Dr. Sushma Keshav

Dr. Sushma Keshav has more than 15 years of experience in child neurology and is a Consultant at SPARSH Hospital, Yeshwanthpur, Bangalore. Alongside routine cases, Dr. Keshav handles more complex work, such as evaluation of neurodevelopmental delays, autism spectrum disorders, and cerebral palsy.

Consultations with Dr. Keshav begin with a careful review of symptoms and previous reports, followed by a plain explanation of the diagnosis, the treatment options, and the benefits and risks of each.

When to See a Paediatric Neurologist

Parents typically consult for seizures or epilepsy, delayed milestones, developmental concerns, cerebral palsy, muscle weakness, or recurring headaches in their child.

Treatments and Procedures

• Diagnosis and management of intractable childhood seizures and epileptic encephalopathies
• Evaluation of neurodevelopmental delays, autism spectrum disorders, and cerebral palsy
• Multidisciplinary rehabilitation for neuromuscular diseases and spinal muscular atrophy
• Paediatric headache disorders, CNS demyelination, and neurogenetic syndromes

Education and Training

• MBBS, M.S. Ramaiah Medical College, Bengaluru (2011)
• MD (Paediatrics), Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bengaluru (2015)
• Postdoctoral Fellowship in Paediatric Neurology, Indira Gandhi Institute of Child Health, Bengaluru

Research and Memberships

Dr. Keshav stays involved in research and teaching in child neurology and has published in peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Keshav is a member of the Association of Child Neurology (AOCN) and the Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP).

If you live outside Bangalore or in another country, you can share your medical reports in advance for review and plan your appointment with Dr. Keshav before travelling.