
Neurosurgical Specialist With Over 30 Years of Experience

Dr. Prem Pillay specialises in comprehensive neurosurgery, brain and spine surgery, endovascular neurosurgery, and non-surgical treatments.
Based in Singapore, he operates at Mt Elizabeth Medical Centre and provides comprehensive neurosurgical care at multiple leading hospitals, including Mount Elizabeth Orchard, Mount Elizabeth Novena, Gleneagles Hospital, and Mount Alvernia Hospital. Our team ensures convenient access to professional treatment tailored to your needs. delivering expert care.
Meet Dr. Prem Pillay
Neurosurgery
with dedication and precision


Dr. Prem Pillay, is a neurosurgeon with over 30 years of experience, who specialises in brain and spine surgery, endovascular neurosurgery, and non-surgical treatments. His expertise includes treating brain tumours, spinal disorders, nerve conditions and performing minimally invasive procedures.
He integrates advanced technology like image-guided and robotic surgery to ensure precision and excellent patient outcomes.
Education & Professional Experience


Dr. Prem Pillay holds an MBBS from Singapore and FRCS credentials (UK, Canada), specialising in neurosurgery. Trained at the Cleveland Clinic, USA, where he was Chief Resident, he completed fellowships at MD Anderson Cancer Center and Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto. With over 30 years of experience, Dr. Pillay has introduced advanced technologies like image-guided surgery, robotics, and neuro-oncology techniques, offering expert care globally.
Internationally Trained Neurosurgeon with Advanced Expertise
Awards & Recognitions
Singapore Medical Association Medal
Howard Eddie Gold Medal , FRACS
Pudenz Award, Congress of Neurological Surgeons, Seattle, USA
William E Lower Award: First Prize from the Cleveland Clinic, USA
Congress of Neurosurgeons Fellowship Award , USA
Mahaley Clinic Research Award by American Association of Neurological Surgeons / Congress of Neurological Surgeons Tumor Section, USA
National Brain Tumor Foundation (USA) Award
Neurosurgery Residency Training, Cleveland Clinic, USA
Chief Resident, Neurosurgery, Cleveland Clinic, USA
Fellowship in Epilepsy Surgery, Cleveland Clinic, USA
Fellowship in Adult and Pediatric Neurosurgical Oncology (Brain/Spine Tumors)
MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, USA. Fellowship in Paediatric Neurosurgery, Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Canada