Mr Kanna Gnanalingham

After studying Medicine in Manchester, Mr Gnanalingham completed his Neurosurgical training in London. This included specialist training in Complex spinal surgery, Pituitary surgery, at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery. He learned minimally invasive techniques at several centres in the UK and US and was appointed as a Consultant at the Greater Manchester Neuroscience Centre at Salford Royal Foundation Trust (SRFT) in 2005. He is also an honorary senior lecturer at the University of Manchester.

His sub-speciality interests include pituitary, neurooncology and complex spine surgery, utilising minimally invasive techniques. He is the lead consultant for Pituitary surgery in Manchester and introduced the endoscopic approach to the region. With respect to the spine, Mr Gnanalingham has particular interests in degenerative spinal disease, spinal trauma, tumours, spinal arthroplasty and other motion preserving technologies. 

Mr Gnanalingham believes in a multi-disciplinary approach to the management of brain and spinal disorders. Surgery is usually considered when other medical and non-operative treatments have not been successful. Surgery is frequently undertaken using minimally invasive (ie ‘key hole’) techniques. This allows for reduced blood loss, tissue damage, less post-operative pain and faster recovery.

In recognition of his expertise, Mr Gnanalingham is frequently invited to speak at national and international meetings and conduct workshops for spinal and pituitary disorders. He has a strong interest in clinical and basic science research in Neuroscience, qualified to a doctorate level, with over 100 publications and international presentations.

• Pituitary and endoscopic surgery
• Complex spinal surgery
• Minimally invasive techniques

• Member of the Society of British Neurological Surgeons
• Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England