Best Doctors for Stroke in India

• Dr. Neha Kapoor is a well-known Neurologist practicing for more than 10 years.
• She holds a special interest in Nerve/Muscle Biopsy, Lumbar Puncture, Neuromuscular Disorders, Migraine Treatment, and many more.
• After completing MBBS in 2010, she pursued MD in Medicine in 2014 followed by DM in Neurology in 2017.
• She is an active member of the Indian Academy of Neurology (IAN).
• In 2009, she was honored with the ISBAL Student of the Year Award by MAMCOS.

Dr B.K. Madhusudhan is a prominent neurologist with over 2 decades of experience in both acute and chronic neurological disorders. Dr Madhusudhan B K’s special interests lie in the treatment of neurological problems, epilepsy, Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS), neuromuscular disorders, neurophysiology, nerve and muscle disorders, stroke rehabilitation, neurological dysfunction, peripheral nerve disorders, migraine treatment, sleep disorder treatment, dementia treatment, vertigo treatment, fibromyalgia treatment, spondylosis, neck and back pain, paralysis, Parkinson’s disease treatment, Alzheimer’s disease and more. 

Why Choose Dr B.K. Madhusudhan?

• Extensive Experience: With over 20 years of experience as a distinguished neurologist, he is an expert in handling the most complex neurological cases. 
• Areas of Expertise: Dr Madhusudhan specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of stroke, epilepsy (including advanced pre-surgical evaluation and VNS), Parkinson’s disease, spondylosis, headaches, migraine, neuropathies, neuromuscular disorders, and neurosonology, with expertise in managing acute neurological conditions such as ADEM, meningitis, GBS, and autoimmune encephalopathies.
• Clinical Trials: He has contributed to the assessment and development of innovative treatment strategies by acting as the Principal Investigator in a number of national and international multicentre clinical studies, mostly in the fields of stroke, epilepsy, and migraine. In addition to ongoing trials in migraine (EMPOWER – Novartis) and epilepsy care (FYCOMPA trial), he is involved in important studies like the ATTEND, ENCHANTED, INSTRUCT, and SPRINT stroke trials.
• Publications: He continues to be actively involved in research aimed at improving neurological treatment and patient outcomes, and he has several publications in prestigious national and international journals in the disciplines of stroke and epilepsy.

• Dr. Deepika Sirineni is a Neurologist, based in Hyderguda, Hyderabad with 8+ years of experience.
• Her area of expertise lies in Stroke, Headache, Epilepsy, Parkinson’s Disease, Alzheimer’s Disease, Dementia, Movement Disorders, Muscle and Nerve disorders, BOTOX Injection, Cranial Cyber-Knife Radiosurgery, Foot Drop, Brain Mapping, Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt, and Cerebrospinal Fluid Shunt, etc.
• Dr. Deepika completed her MBBS from the reputed Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences, Andhra Pradesh, followed by an MD in General Medicine from the Kakatiya Medical College, Warangal. Later, she did DM in Neurology from Nizam Institute of Medical Sciences, Hyderabad.
• She is a member of the Indian Academy of Neurology, Indian Medical Council, Indian Society of Neurologists, The American Neurological Association, The World Federation of Neurology.
• The Neurologist has both national and international publications under her credit.

• Dr. Vinod Puri is a highly experienced Neurologist, practicing successfully for about 34 years.
• His area of specialization covers Clinical Neuroelectrophysiology, Nerve and Muscle Disorders, Epilepsy and Stroke.
• He has acquired wide recognition as a Professor for his profound knowledge in the subject.
• His dedicated and sincere services in Health Care in Delhi fetched him the State Award in the year 2010-2011.
• He has the membership of several prestigious associations like: Delhi Neurological Association, Neurological Society of India and Indian Academy of Neurology.
• He also holds some key positions in these associations. Such as: Treasurer of Delhi Neurological Association (1998-2002), Secretary of Delhi Neurological Association (2002-2006), Member of National Executive Body of Neurological Society of India (2003-2006), Member of Executive Committee of Indian Academy of Neurology (2011-2014). At present he honors the chair of the President of Delhi neurological Association (2017-till date).

• Dr. Shankar Balakrishnan is an eminent neurologist with experience of nearly 35 years.
• He has expertise in the treatment of Brain Tumor Surgery, Deep Brain Stimulation, Epilepsy surgery, Brain Suite, and Vagus Nerve Stimulation (Epilepsy).
• He has a keen interest in research & development which leads to various publications of his international as well as national medical journals.
• Dr. Shankar has done STIMO (Stimulation Movement Overground) at MIOT International.
• He has received awards for his incredible achievements in medical sciences.

Dr. Praveen Kumar Yada is a distinguished Neurologist with over 22 years of experience. Specialising in complex neurological disorders, Dr. Praveen brings deep clinical expertise in stroke management, epilepsy, and movement disorders like Parkinson's disease. He also integrates advanced diagnostic techniques and evidence-based medicine to improve results for patients facing critical neurodegenerative and neuromuscular conditions. 

Why Choose Dr. Praveen Kumar Yada?

• Comprehensive Stroke Care: Dr. Praveen Kumar Yada has proficiency in managing ischemic strokes and non-atherosclerotic vasculopathy, actively researching risk factors and epidemiological features to deliver life-saving interventions.
• Expertise in Epilepsy Management: He is highly recognised for his advanced research and clinical success in treating new-onset refractory status epilepticus (NORSE) and super-refractory status epilepticus, achieving favourable functional outcomes for his patients.
• Advanced Movement Disorder Interventions: Dr. Yada utilises Microelectrode Recording (M.E.R.) as a precise clinical guide for the final placement of electrodes in Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) procedures for Parkinson's disease.

• Dr. Koushik Dutta is a renowned Neurologist with an experience of more than 20 years.
• His expertise lies in Spinal Canal Stenosis, Neurosis, Spondylolisthesis (Waist Shift), Brain Tumors, Brain Diseases, Nerve entrapment, and Hand numbness.
• He has publications in international as well as national journals.
• Dr. Dutta has received awards for his contribution to neurological science.

• Dr. Puneet Agarwal is a Neurologist with experience of 21 years.
• He is the pioneer of initiating Sonothrombolysis in patients suffering from severe stroke in North India as well as in Max Hospital.
• He is among the first few doctors in India to have studied Inflammatory Genes in Stroke Patients and IV Valproate in Status epilepticus.
• Besides, he offers treatment for Cerebrovascular Disease, Epilepsy, Multiple Sclerosis, Movement Disorders, Nerve Disorders, Thrombotic Diseases, Strokes, Snoring and Sleep Disorders.
• He takes keen interest in teaching and has been appointed as thesis guide to PhD students of IIT Delhi on Brain Wave Signal Processing in various cases of brain disorders.
• He is also a guide for Thesis and Research Project of DM (Neurology) and MD (Medicine) students.
• He received the Health Excellence Award in Jan 2017 in Neurology for "best Neurologist Delhi, India”.
• He was the recipient of the Best Platform Paper Presentation Award in the most distinguished Indian Academy of Neurology (IAN) 2002 and U.P. Neuracon.
• He also received the Best Teacher Award in 2003.
• The publication of his biography in WHO’s WHO IN THE WORLD 2006 book, New Jersey, USA added to his accolades.
• He regularly attends workshops and conferences and presents papers. He has delivered lectures at different conferences in various parts of India.
• He has the membership of American Academy of Neurology and Life Membership of Indian Medical Association (IMA), IAN, IES, Neurology Society of India (NSI) and Delhi Neurology Association.
• He is regularly engaged in research work and publication. He has published numerous papers in Peer Reviewed and famous Indexed Journals and authored chapters in books like: Cochrane, Lancet, Seizure Brain Research and Epilepsia etc. The paper titled “Largest series of Thrombolysed Cases of Stroke in India” presented in European Stroke Conference received high acclaim.
• After graduating with MBBS from King George College, Lucknow, he pursued DM in Neurology in G. B. Pant hospital and stood first. Later he did Fellowship in Critical Care Neurology and Stroke from UCLA, Los Angeles, USA and Santara Hospital, Virginia, USA. He also did Training Fellowship in Sonothrombolysis, TCD, Cartoid Doppler, and Sleep Study in National University Hospital, Singapore. This was followed by other Training Fellowships in DBS, Parkinson’s disease and Botulinum Toxin Injection in Spain and Amsterdam.

• Dr. S Vani is a renowned Neurologist with experience of more than 23 years.
• The doctor has specialized in Paediatric Neurology.
• She offers treatment for epilepsy, cerebral palsy, migraine, and neuromuscular disorder, etc.
• She is a member of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, UK

• Dr. Shamsher Dwivedee is a neurologist with 33+ years of experience.
• He has performed more than 500 Intravenous Thrombolysis in acute Ischemic Stroke patients and was the first neurologist to have initiated the same in India.
• He is a member of Indian Academy of Neurology, American Academy of Neurology, International Stroke Association, World Stroke Organization and Bihar Health Society.
• He has more than 50 publications in reputed International and National journals
• He is a principal investigator of more than 30 International Clinical Trials in Neurology.
• He has many firsts in his credit such as he did the first thrombolysis in stroke in India at VIMHANS and established the stroke programme.
• Dr. Shamsher established the Multiple Sclerosis Clinic at VIMHANS, which was inaugurated by Mrs. Sheila Dixit the former CM of Delhi.

• Dr Aravinda R V is a well-known Neurologist with experience of more than 14 years.
• His interest lies in clinical medicine and neurology with its basic diagnostic electrophysiology and its applied therapeutics.
• He obtained a fellowship in Intensive Care Medicine in 2013.
• He has presented papers at state- and national-level conferences and has many publications in well-known journals.
• Dr. Aravinda has received award in 2012 for the best oral presentation.

• Dr. Aarthi Deepesh is an Interventional Neuroradiologist with 15+ years of experience.
• She did MBBS from PSG Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Coimbatore, MD in Radiodiagnosis from Government Medical College, Amritsar and DM in Neuroimaging and Interventional Radiology from National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS), Bengaluru.
• Her expertise includes minimally-invasive surgery for neurological and neurosurgical conditions including tumors, aneurysms, stroke treatment, etc.
• She participates in various social awareness initiatives to share the knowledge of the ‘golden hour’ in paralytic stroke management.
• She is a member of World Federation of Intervention and Therapeutic Neuroradiology (WFITN), Indian Society of Neuro-Radiology (ISNR), Indian Society of Vascular and Interventional Radiology (ISVIR) and Indian Radiological and Imaging Association (IRIA).
• She has won recognitions:
  • Best Paper award, First National Medical Student Research Conference, Pune, 2006
  • University first rank holder in MD Radiodiagnosis, Baba Farid University of Health Sciences, 2011
  • Golden Jubilee Award for DM Neuroimaging and Interventional Radiology from NIMHANS, Bengaluru, 2018