About
Dr Prem Pillay is a Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon in Singapore with over 30 years of specialist experience. He specialises in comprehensive brain and spine surgery, including endovascular neurosurgery and minimally invasive techniques, using advanced image-guided, robotic, and endoscopic approaches. A graduate of the National University of Singapore (MBBS) with fellowships and training at world-leading institutions such as the Cleveland Clinic, MD Anderson Cancer Center, and the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, Dr Pillay has led innovation in neurosurgery in Singapore. Known for his precision, compassion, and patient-centred approach, he has performed over 10,000 procedures for both adults and children.
At the Singapore Brain Spine Nerves Centre, located at Mount Elizabeth Medical Centre (and also practicing at Mount Elizabeth Novena, Gleneagles, and Mount Alvernia hospitals), Dr Pillay provides evidence-based, minimally invasive care for a full spectrum of brain, spine, and nerve conditions. Leveraging cutting-edge diagnostics such as MRI and PET scans alongside robotics and computer-guided surgery, he delivers personalised and compassionate treatment to help patients reclaim health with confidence and reassurance. Patients are invited to consult Dr Pillay at the clinic for expert, cutting-edge neurosurgical care.
Education & Credentials
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MBBS (Singapore), FRCS Edinburgh (General Surgery), FRCS Canada (Neurosurgery), FAMS (Neurosurgery), FACS (USA)
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Chief Neurosurgery Resident, Cleveland Clinic – received William E Lower Award and Pudenz Award
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Fellowships: Epilepsy Surgery (Cleveland Clinic), Neuro‑Oncology (MD Anderson), Paediatric Neurosurgery (Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto)
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Introduced high‑end technology in Singapore: computer/image‑guided surgery, 3D microsurgery, Gamma Knife, neuro‑endoscopy, pain treatments
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Awards: Mahaley Award, National Brain Tumour Foundation Award, Singapore Medical Association Medal, Howard Eddie Gold Medal, others
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Memberships: AANS, CNS (Tumour, Spine & Peripheral Nerve, Stereotactic & Functional, Paediatric, Pain Section
Clinical Experience
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Advanced brain tumour surgery, including epilepsy resections, stereotactic and neuro-oncology procedures
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Minimally invasive spine and peripheral nerve surgery
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Endovascular neurosurgery for aneurysms and vascular spine conditions
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Paediatric neurosurgery and trauma
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Neuro-endoscopy, computer-guided and robotic spine/brain procedures
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Gamma Knife and functional neurosurgery for pain & epilepsy
Community Involvement
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Shares expertise through public education on spine and nerve health
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Contributes regularly to clinic blog articles
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Featured in media segments such as Understanding Your Spine
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Contributed to educational features including The Hidden Dangers of Distracted Walking
Doctor's Quote
“ I advocate for regular heart and health screenings. It’s about prevention and “We offer compassionate, evidence-based care and cutting-edge techniques to ensure the best outcomes in brain, spine and nerve surgery”, ensuring each heartbeat echoes vitality and well‑being. ”
Convenient Locations
Singapore Brain Spine Nerves Center
Mount Elizabeth Medical Centre #15‑03, 3 Mount Elizabeth, Singapore 228510
