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About Endovascular Stroke Intervention doctors in India
This directory is based on doctors currently listed in GAF Healthcare's registry. Clinical suitability varies by patient; a doctor should review your history and investigations before any treatment decision.
Endovascular Stroke Intervention doctors
FeaturedDr. Anshu Mahajan
MBBS, MD, DM, Fellowship in Intervention Neuroradiology
Associate Director — Interventional Neuroradiology · Specialty: Interventional Neuroradiologist
Medanta — The Medicity Gurgaon, India10+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 10+ years of experience in Interventional Neuroradiologist
- Associate Director, Interventional Neuroradiology — Medanta — The Medicity, Gurgaon
- Interventional Neuroradiologist — Medanta — The Medicity, Gurgaon (10+ years experience in neurovascular interventions)
Expertise & Procedures
- Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM) Embolization
- Intracranial Aneurysm Coiling
- Mechanical Thrombectomy for Acute Stroke
- Dural Arteriovenous Fistula Embolization
- Pre-operative Tumor Embolization
Interventional Neuroradiologist Experience: 10+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Medanta — The MedicityHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Gaurav Goel
MBBS, MD, DM, Fellowship in Neurointervention
Senior Director — Neurointervention Surgery & Interventional Neuroradiology · Specialty: Interventional Neuroradiologist
Medanta - The Medicity Gurgaon, India22+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 22+ years of experience in Interventional Neuroradiologist
- Senior Director — Neurointervention Surgery & Interventional Neuroradiology, Medanta – The Medicity, Gurgaon
- Senior Consultant & Director in Neurointervention, Medanta – The Medicity, Gurgaon (22+ years of progressive clinical responsibility)
Expertise & Procedures
- Intracranial Aneurysm Coiling
- Flow Diverter Stent Placement
- Arteriovenous Malformation Embolization
- Mechanical Thrombectomy for Acute Stroke
- Carotid Artery Stenting
Interventional Neuroradiologist Experience: 22+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Medanta - The MedicityHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Sriharish Vankayalapati
MBBS, DNB Radiology, DM Neuroimaging & Interventional Radiology, MNAMS, EDiR (European Diploma in Radiology), Diplomate of ICRI
Consultant Interventional Neuroradiologist · Specialty: Interventional Neuroradiologist
Yashoda Hospitals Hyderabad, India9+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 9+ years of experience in Interventional Neuroradiologist
- Consultant Interventional Neuroradiologist, Yashoda Hospitals, Somajiguda, Hyderabad (Present)
- DM Neuroimaging & Interventional Radiology trainee, NIMHANS, New Delhi (2019–2022)
Expertise & Procedures
- Mechanical thrombectomy for acute stroke
- Intracranial aneurysm coiling
- Arteriovenous malformation embolization
- Carotid artery stenting
- Dural fistula embolization
Interventional Neuroradiologist Experience: 9+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Yashoda Hospitals
Dr. Kushal Bhatia
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), MCh (Neurosurgery), FSNVI (Fellowship in Stroke & NeuroVascular Interventions)
Consultant Neurosurgeon, Neurosurgery · Specialty: Neurosurgeon
Gleneagles Hospital Mumbai, India14+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 14+ years of experience in Neurosurgeon
- Currently serving as Consultant Neurosurgeon in the Neurosurgery Department at Gleneagles Hospital, Parel, Mumbai.
- Served as Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery at Seth GS Medical College & KEM Hospital, Mumbai, contributing to surgical training and academic research.
Expertise & Procedures
- Skull Base Tumor Surgery
- Craniotomy
- Brain Aneurysm Clipping
- Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM) Surgery
- Epilepsy Surgery
Neurosurgeon Experience: 14+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Gleneagles HospitalHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
Dr. Mayur Gharat
MBBS, DNB (General Surgery), MCh (Neurosurgery)
Consultant Neurosurgeon & Interventional Neurology Specialist · Specialty: Neurosurgeon
Gleneagles Hospital, Parel Mumbai, India13+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 13+ years of experience in Neurosurgeon
- Currently serving as Consultant Neurosurgeon and Interventional Neurology Specialist at Gleneagles Hospital, Parel, Mumbai.
- Established practice as a Hybrid Neurosurgeon performing both open and endovascular procedures across brain, spine, and vascular neurology.
Expertise & Procedures
- Brain Tumor Surgery
- Endoscopic Brain Surgery
- Craniotomy
- Brain Aneurysm Clipping
- Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM) Surgery
Neurosurgeon Experience: 13+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Gleneagles Hospital, Parel
Dr. Nitin Dange
MBBS, MS, M.Ch (Neurosurgery), Fellowship — OBNI, Fellowship — FFHU
Consultant Neurosurgeon, Neurosurgery · Specialty: Neurosurgeon
Gleneagles Hospital Mumbai, India25+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 25+ years of experience in Neurosurgeon
- Consultant Neurosurgeon at Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai — current role, managing complex cranial and spinal cases.
- Consultant Neurosurgeon at Lilavati Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai — serving one of the city's premier private hospitals.
Expertise & Procedures
- Brain Tumor Surgery
- Brain Aneurysm Clipping
- Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM) Surgery
- Skull Base Tumor Surgery
- Craniotomy
Neurosurgeon Experience: 25+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Gleneagles HospitalHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
Dr. Venkatesan Sanjeevi
Fellowship in Neuroendovascular Surgery & Stroke Intervention, Endoscopic Spine Surgery Fellowship, MCh – Neurosurgery (Gold Medalist & University Rank Holder), MS – General Surgery, MBBS
Consultant Neurosurgeon, Neurosurgery · Specialty: Neurosurgeon
Gleneagles HealthCity Chennai Chennai, India10+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 10+ years of experience in Neurosurgeon
- Currently serving as Consultant Neurosurgeon at Gleneagles HealthCity Chennai (Perumbakkam), managing a wide range of brain and spine conditions.
- Completed advanced Neuroendovascular Surgery and Stroke Intervention fellowship training at Kameda Medical Center, Japan (2025).
Expertise & Procedures
- Brain Tumour Surgery
- Skull Base Tumour Surgery
- Endoscopic Brain Surgery
- Brain Aneurysm Clipping
- Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM) Surgery
Neurosurgeon Experience: 10+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Gleneagles HealthCity ChennaiHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
Dr. Rakesh Agarwal
MBBS, MD (Medicine/Neurology), DABPN (Diplomate, American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology)
Senior Consultant, Neurology · Specialty: Neurologist
Indraprastha Apollo Hospital New Delhi, India43+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 43+ years of experience in Neurologist
- Currently serving as Senior Consultant in Neurology at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi — one of India's foremost multi-specialty tertiary care hospitals.
- Has practised clinical neurology for over 43 years, managing a broad spectrum of neurological conditions across inpatient, outpatient, and emergency settings.
Expertise & Procedures
- Stroke Treatment & Recovery
- Endovascular Stroke Intervention
- Hemorrhagic Stroke Management
- Epilepsy Treatment
- Drug-Resistant Epilepsy Management
Neurologist Experience: 43+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Indraprastha Apollo HospitalHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Hospitals where these doctors practise
🇮🇳 Gurgaon, IndiaStarting from$8,500
Medanta - The Medicity
Est. 2009
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Endovascular Stroke InterventionCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
2+
Doctors for Endovascular Stroke Intervention
4.9
2150 reviews
1600+
Beds
17+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Parel, Mumbai, IndiaStarting from$8,500
Gleneagles Global Hospitals (Global Hospitals)
Est. 1996
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCI — Joint Commission International accreditation
Endovascular Stroke InterventionLiver TransplantCardiac SurgeryOrthopedics
2+
Doctors for Endovascular Stroke Intervention
4.6
183 reviews
450+
Beds
30+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Chennai, IndiaStarting from$8,500
Gleneagles Global Hospital
Est. 1999
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCI — Joint Commission International accreditation
Endovascular Stroke InterventionCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
1+
Doctors for Endovascular Stroke Intervention
4.7
112 reviews
1000+
Beds
27+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$8,500
Apollo Hospitals
Est. 1983
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Endovascular Stroke InterventionCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
1+
Doctors for Endovascular Stroke Intervention
4.9
1240 reviews
1000+
Beds
43+
Years Since Founded
Why consider treatment in India?
Many international patients consider India for acute ischemic stroke treatment for several reasons, including:
More affordable estimates
Competitive indicative costs compared with many other countries, for similar clinical standards.
Internationally accredited hospitals
Hospitals experienced in treating international patients.
Experienced specialists
Doctors who regularly manage similar cases.
Care coordination support
A team to help with planning, medical translation and follow-up.
About the Procedure
What is Endovascular Stroke Intervention?
Endovascular Stroke Intervention, commonly known as mechanical thrombectomy, is a minimally invasive neurointerventional procedure performed to physically remove a blood clot blocking a major artery in the brain during an acute ischemic stroke. It is typically performed within a critical time window (usually up to 24 hours from symptom onset in selected patients) to restore blood flow and significantly reduce the risk of permanent disability or death. This procedure is performed by an interventional neuroradiologist or neurosurgeon using catheter-based techniques through the groin or wrist artery.
Who may be considered?
Endovascular Stroke Intervention may be considered after a qualified specialist reviews your reports and medical history. Suitability varies from person to person and must be assessed by your treating doctor.
How does it work?
A self-expanding stent-like device is deployed across the clot, capturing it so it can be withdrawn through a catheter, mechanically restoring blood flow.
3 approaches available for this procedure:
Stent Retriever Thrombectomy
Most CommonA self-expanding stent-like device is deployed across the clot, capturing it so it can be withdrawn through a catheter, mechanically restoring blood flow.
Comprehensive Investigations
Estimated cost: $400 - $900
Non-contrast CT head, CT angiography (CTA) brain and neck, CBC, coagulation profile (PT/INR/aPTT), blood glucose, renal function test, ECG
Treatment / Procedure Estimate
Estimated cost in India: $9,000 - $16,000
Stay in India
Pre-procedure stay (outside hospital): ~0-1 day (emergency admission)
Hospitalisation: ~5-7 days
Recovery period (outside hospital): ~4-8 weeks rehabilitation recommended
Total stay: approx 7-10 days hospital-related
Usually Included in Hospital Package
- ICU/NICU monitoring
- Neurointervention suite and device (stent retriever)
- Neurologist and interventional radiologist fees
- Post-procedure imaging (CT/MRI)
- Standard ward accommodation after ICU
Usually Not Included
- Long-term rehabilitation and physiotherapy after discharge
- Speech and occupational therapy
- Repeat imaging beyond standard protocol
- International travel and accommodation for attendants
- Home nursing care post-discharge
Recovery and follow-up
Patients are typically monitored in the ICU/NICU for 24-48 hours post-procedure, followed by transfer to a step-down unit; structured neuro-rehabilitation including physiotherapy, speech therapy, and occupational therapy is strongly recommended for optimal functional recovery. Follow-up brain imaging and neurologist review are scheduled before discharge and again at 4-6 weeks.
Risks
Potential risks include intracranial hemorrhage, vessel perforation or dissection, incomplete or failed recanalization, clot fragmentation causing new-territory stroke, and access-site complications; in rare cases the procedure can be life-threatening despite intervention.
Alternatives
Alternatives include intravenous thrombolysis (tPA) alone in eligible patients within the treatment window, or conservative medical management with antiplatelet therapy and supportive care for patients who are not candidates for endovascular intervention.
What we need to prepare a formal estimate
Share whatever you have — the care team will confirm the final checklist after reviewing your case.
Reports required
- Recent Non-contrast CT head report
- CT angiography (CTA) or MR angiography of brain and neck
- CT/MR perfusion imaging (if performed)
- NIHSS stroke severity score and neurological examination notes
- Coagulation profile (PT/INR/aPTT) and CBC
- ECG and cardiac evaluation for AFib or arrhythmia
- Documented time of symptom onset/last known well
- List of current medications, especially anticoagulants/antiplatelets
Patient information needed
- Patient's age and body weight
- Exact time of stroke symptom onset
- Pre-existing conditions (hypertension, diabetes, atrial fibrillation, prior stroke)
- Current medications, especially blood thinners
- Baseline functional and mobility status before the stroke
- Allergy history, especially to contrast dye
- Emergency contact details of accompanying family member
- Insurance or payment arrangement details for urgent admission
Costs shown are indicative planning estimates based on typical pricing across leading Indian hospitals. They are not a quote — actual pricing depends on your case complexity, hospital choice, and length of stay. Share your reports for a personalized estimate.
How this directory is built
Doctors are matched using the specialty, location, condition (Endovascular Stroke Intervention) and procedure (Endovascular Stroke Intervention) recorded in their profiles. Inclusion is not an endorsement and does not guarantee a treatment outcome.
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Common questions
FAQs about Endovascular Stroke Intervention in India
What is Acute Ischemic Stroke?
Acute ischemic stroke is a medical emergency in which a blockage in a brain artery—most commonly a blood clot—interrupts blood flow to part of the brain, causing sudden neurological damage. It accounts for roughly 85% of all strokes and requires immediate evaluation.
What are the symptoms and health risks of Acute Ischemic Stroke?
Common signs include sudden weakness or numbness on one side of the face or body, abrupt difficulty speaking or understanding speech, unexplained vision loss, severe sudden headache, and loss of balance or coordination. These symptoms can vary considerably depending on which artery is affected and how large the territory of reduced blood flow is. Experiencing these signs warrants emergency medical attention, but their presence alone does not confirm a stroke diagnosis—only clinical evaluation and imaging can do that.
How is Acute Ischemic Stroke diagnosed?
Diagnosis begins with a rapid neurological examination, often guided by standardized tools such as the NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS), which scores the severity of deficits and helps direct urgency of intervention. Brain imaging—typically a non-contrast CT scan performed immediately to rule out bleeding, followed by CT angiography or MRI/MRA to define the location and extent of the blockage—is central to confirming the diagnosis. Blood tests, cardiac monitoring (including ECG and sometimes prolonged heart rhythm monitoring), and vascular ultrasound may also be performed to identify the underlying cause and assess eligibility for specific treatments.
How is Acute Ischemic Stroke treated?
Treatment depends heavily on the time elapsed since symptom onset, the location and size of the blockage, and the patient's overall health status. For eligible patients presenting within the approved time window, intravenous thrombolysis (clot-dissolving medication, commonly tPA or tenecteplase) may be administered to restore blood flow rapidly. When a large vessel is blocked, endovascular procedures such as mechanical thrombectomy—in which a specialist physically retrieves the clot through a catheter—can significantly improve outcomes, sometimes up to 24 hours from onset in carefully selected patients; the appropriate approach is determined by a qualified stroke specialist based on individual assessment.
Can Acute Ischemic Stroke be treated without a procedure?
Non-procedural management is central to acute stroke care and continues long after the acute phase: blood pressure control, antiplatelet or anticoagulant medications, cholesterol-lowering therapy, and cardiac monitoring all play important roles in the immediate and longer-term setting. Intravenous thrombolysis itself is a medical (non-surgical) treatment option for suitable candidates. Rehabilitation—including physiotherapy, speech therapy, and occupational therapy—is a critical non-procedural component that begins as early as the patient is medically stable and significantly influences long-term recovery.
When is Endovascular Stroke Intervention considered for Acute Ischemic Stroke?
Endovascular Stroke Intervention may be considered only when it is appropriate for the confirmed diagnosis and the expected benefit outweighs the individual risks. The decision may depend on symptom severity, investigation results, previous treatment, overall health and the patient's goals. A specialist should discuss alternatives and recovery before any procedure is planned.
Which doctor treats Acute Ischemic Stroke?
Acute ischemic stroke is typically evaluated and managed by a vascular neurologist or stroke neurologist, often working as part of a dedicated stroke team that may include an interventional neuroradiologist or endovascular neurosurgeon for procedural cases. In centers with comprehensive stroke programs, neurointensivists, neuroradiologists, and rehabilitation specialists also contribute to care.
How do I choose a doctor for Acute Ischemic Stroke?
When comparing providers, look for a center with a certified or accredited stroke unit, a stroke neurologist with specific experience in acute stroke management, and on-site access to 24-hour brain imaging and an endovascular team for thrombectomy—the time from arrival to treatment is a key quality indicator. Ask about the center's door-to-needle and door-to-groin times, case volume for mechanical thrombectomy, and the availability of structured post-stroke rehabilitation and follow-up care.
What documents do international patients need to share for a medical evaluation?
Share a concise medical summary, symptom timeline, previous diagnoses, investigation and imaging reports, procedure or biopsy reports where relevant, current medicines, allergies and related treatment records. Provide clear copies with translations when needed. The reviewing doctor may request additional information before giving an opinion.
How does GAF Healthcare help international patients plan treatment in India?
Our care coordination team can review the initial information, help identify suitable doctors and hospitals, request a medical opinion where available, explain next steps and indicative cost information, and support practical planning before travel. A remote opinion does not replace an in-person examination or emergency care.