About
Dr Prem Pillay is a highly distinguished neurosurgeon with over 30 years’ experience in minimally invasive brain, spine, vascular and nerve surgeries. Trained at top centres like Cleveland Clinic, Mayo Clinic, MD Anderson, and Toronto’s SickKids, he combines surgical precision with compassionate, patient-focussed 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
Dr Pillay shares his expertise through public education on spine and nerve health, contributing regularly to clinic blogs and media features such as “Understanding Your Spine” and “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. ”
