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Mr Mano Shanmuganathan

BSc, MBChB, MRCS, FRCS

Neurosurgeon

24 years of experience

Belfast, BT9 7GX

(+2 more)

4 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Professor Mark O'Donnell

5

/5

(61 reviews)

24 years of experience

Belfast, BT9 7GX

(+2 more)

4 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Professor Mark O'Donnell

Areas of expertise

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Reviews
Endorsements
Back Pain
29
Spinal Pain
18
Degenerative Disc Disease
15

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About Mr Mano Shanmuganathan

Mr. Mano Shanmuganathan completed his initial medical training from the University of Leeds in 2001, completing his Basic Surgical Training at the Yorkshire School of Surgery in 2006 and his Neurosurgical training in Edinburgh and Aberdeen in 2012.

Following his surgical training, Mr. Shanmuganathan went on to undertake higher sub-speciality training in Paediatric Neurosurgery and Craniofacial Surgery in Great Ormond Street Hospital and the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, London. He continuously strives to add to his professional portfolio and in 2015 he widened his expertise by undertaking an Orthopaedic / Neurosurgical Spinal Surgery and Pain Management sabbatical in Aberdeen.

Mr. Shanmuganathan's practice is based at the Royal Victoria Hospital and Royal Belfast Hospital for Sick Children as a Consultant Adult and Paediatric Neurosurgeon. He is one of two Paediatric Neurosurgeons that serve Northern Ireland. He practices privately at in the Maypole Clinic, Holywood and Kingsbridge Private Hospital, Belfast.

His interests include general Neurosurgery, Paediatric Neurosurgery, Endoscopy, Craniofacial Deformities, disorders of CSF including Chiari Malformation, Syringomyelia and complex spinal surgery. He also treats pain relating to the neck, back and pain radiating down both arms and legs.

Mr Shanmuganathan is also a keen educator and is involved in teaching and research at Queens University, Belfast in both the Medical School and Aerosciences Department. He has published and presented work both nationally and internationally.


Subspecialties

  • Paediatric Neurosurgery
  • Spinal Surgery

Areas of expertise

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Reviews
(102)
Endorsements
(2)

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Back Pain
29
Spinal Pain
18
Degenerative Disc Disease
15
Sciatica
10
Spinal Surgery
9
Brain Surgery
3
1
Spondylolisthesis & Spondylosis
3
Complex Spinal Disorders
3
Upper Back Pain
2
Chiari Malformation
2
Artificial Disc Replacement (Cervical)
1
1
Neck Pain
1
Lumbar Back Surgery
1
Spinal Deformity
1
Sciatica Surgery
1
Lower Back Pain
1
Meningiomas
1
Minimally Invasive Disc Surgery (Keyhole)
1
Cervical (Neck) Surgery
Complex Revision Spinal Surgery
Complex Spinal Reconstructive Surgery
Craniocervical Junction Surgery
Craniofacial Reconstruction
Craniotomy
Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery
Shunt for Hydrocephalus
Spinal Deformity Correction
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Fracture Surgery
Spine Fractures and Trauma
Surgery for Myelopathy
Thoracic (Back) Surgery
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Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 6026887


Education

University of Leeds

Medicine

Graduated 2001


Qualifications

  • FRCS Neurosurgery Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh 2011
  • MRCS Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh 2006
  • MBChB University of Leeds 2001
  • BSc(Hons)Psychology in relation to Medicine University of Leeds 2000
  • Additional training:
  • Post CCT Fellowship in Paediatric Neurosurgery Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children
  • Post CCT Fellowship in Craniofacial Surgery, Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children, 2013
  • Spinal Sabbatical Aberdeen Royal Infirmary 2015

Affiliations / memberships:

  • Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
  • Society of British Neurological Surgeons
  • British Association of Spinal Surgeons
  • British Paediatric Neurosurgical Group

Languages spoken

  • English

Consultation fees

  • New appointment: £230
  • Follow-up appointment: £150

Insurers

  • AXA Health
  • Aviva Health
  • Vitality
  • Cigna
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • WPA

Location

All locations for Mr Mano Shanmuganathan

Kingsbridge Private Hospital Belfast

4.8

(13123)

801-815 Lisburn Road, Belfast, United Kingdom, BT9 7GX

4.87

(7899)

Church Hill house, Main Street, Ballykelly, United Kingdom, BT49 9HS

4.84

(4027)

Building One Dataworks King's Hall Life Sciences Park, Belfast, United Kingdom, BT9 6GW

Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Mr Mano Shanmuganathan is friendly and provides excellent care. He gives patients straightforward explanations for all conditions and procedures. Patients receive clear, concise information about diagnoses, treatment options, and outcomes for complex spinal disorders and surgeries. Many patients consult Mr Shanmuganathan for back pain, spinal pain, degenerative disc disease, and sciatica.

5.0
verified patient
04 Jan 2026

Mano was so professional and helpful it totally put me at ease knowing I was in good hands Much Appreciated!

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5.0
verified patient
14 Dec 2025

My recent visit was very nice. 10/10. He gives me hope that I’m in a safe hands. Honestly he is a good man. Thanks so much Dr Mano.

5.0
verified patient
29 Nov 2025

Brilliant I was very nervous. He soon put me at ease explained everything in layman's terms.i felt at ease and in safe hands.

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5.0
verified patient
29 Nov 2025

Could'nt have been treated any better

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5.0
verified patient
14 Nov 2025

Very friendly and down to earth. Excellent.

Patient seen for:
5.0
verified patient
07 Nov 2025

Very friendly and courteous gentleman who explained everything very clearly

5.0
verified patient
21 Oct 2025

Everything was excellent from start to finish I couldn’t fault a thing

5.0
verified patient
01 Oct 2025

A very friendly but professional consultant who took time to explain what he was doing and why Very reassuring in explaining what was happening in my body whilst also explaining the need for a scan to to confirm any diagnosis and any possible treatment etc Very pleased

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Reply from Mano Shanmuganathan
06 Oct 2025
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Thanks for taking the time to review and your kind comments.

5.0
verified patient
29 Sep 2025

Dr Mano provided me, from the very first visit with clear consise information on my condition and the surgery I would be having. I cannot praise him enough, my surgery was a complete success, the pain I was in before surgery is completely gone now. Dr Manu has a lovely bedside manner which made me so relaxed and comfortable.

Reply from Mano Shanmuganathan
06 Oct 2025
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Thanks for taking the time to review and your kind comments. Hope you are recovering well!

5.0
verified patient
22 Sep 2025

So grateful to all the staff and of course Mr Mano Shanmugathan for the excellent care you have given me! Thankyou!

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Reply from Mano Shanmuganathan
22 Sep 2025
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Thanks for the kind review. Will pass on your message to the staff!

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Endorsements

Mr Mano is an excellent clinician and provides a robust and honest service to all his patients which is essential in modern medicine.

28 Feb 2024
Endorsed for
Artificial Disc Replacement (Cervical)
Brain Surgery

Professor Mark O'Donnell

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Mr Mano Shanmuganathan's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 61 reviews.

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Mr Mano Shanmuganathan speaks English

Where is Mr Mano Shanmuganathan located?

Mr Mano Shanmuganathan primarily practices at Kingsbridge Private Hospital Belfast, located at 801-815 Lisburn Road, Belfast, United Kingdom, BT9 7GX
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Mr Mano Shanmuganathan is working Tuesday (18:00 - 20:30), Thursday (08:30 - 12:30)

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