10 neurology specialists are listed in our India network in Chennai, at 3 hospitals, with 8–35 years of listed experience among them.
This page lists the neurology doctors in our directory for Chennai, India, drawn from hospitals including Dr. Rela Institute and Medical Centre, Apollo Hospital, Chennai, Gleneagles Global Hospital. Each listing links through to the doctor's full profile page.
Why Choose Chennai, India for Neurology?
Chennai, India is one of GAF Healthcare's listed hubs for neurology, with 10 specialists across 3 hospitals in our directory, offering 8–35 years of listed experience among them.
Of the hospitals listed here, 1 holds JCI (Joint Commission International) accreditation, and 2 hold NABH accreditation — recognised international and national benchmarks for hospital patient-safety and clinical-quality standards. Published patient guides on this site put typical India treatment costs at roughly 60–80% less than equivalent care in the US, UK or Gulf.
As with every doctor and hospital you find through GAF Healthcare, choosing Chennai, India comes with our own coordination support: a single itemised quote, visa and travel arrangements, and a language-speaking companion where needed — see "How GAF Healthcare assists" below.
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FeaturedDr. Dhanaraj M
- 35+ years of experience in Neurologist
- Currently serving as Senior Consultant, Neurology at Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai.
- Built a clinical practice spanning over 35 years with a focus on complex neurological disorders including epilepsy, stroke, and movement disorders.
- Epilepsy Diagnosis & Management
- Drug-Resistant Epilepsy Evaluation & Treatment
- Hemorrhagic Stroke Management
- Ischemic Stroke Management & Recovery Planning
- Parkinson's Disease Management
Dr. Geetha Lakshmipathy
- 34+ years of experience in Neurologist
- Currently serving as Senior Consultant, Neurology at Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai.
- Over 34 years of continuous clinical practice in neurology and neurosciences.
- Parkinson's Disease Diagnosis & Management
- Dystonia Management
- Tremor Disorders Management
- Atypical Parkinsonism Management
- Epilepsy Management & Medication Optimization
Dr. Rajendran S
- 30+ years of experience in Neurologist
- Currently serving as Senior Consultant, Neurology at Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai.
- Has practised clinical neurology for over 30 years, managing complex neurological conditions across a broad patient population.
- Epilepsy Diagnosis and Medical Management
- Drug-Resistant Epilepsy Evaluation and Treatment
- Acute Stroke Assessment and Treatment
- Stroke Rehabilitation Planning
- Parkinson's Disease Management
Dr. Shankar Balakrishnan
- 21+ years of experience in Interventional Neurologist
- Clinical Lead — Department of Neurology and Neurosciences, Interventional Neuroradiology, Rela Hospital, Chennai
- Interventional Neurologist, Rela Hospital, Chennai, India
- Mechanical Thrombectomy for Acute Stroke
- Intracranial Aneurysm Coiling and Stenting
- Arteriovenous Malformation Embolization
- Carotid Artery Stenting
- Intracranial Arterial Stenting
Dr. Praveen Chander
- 20+ years of experience in Neurologist
- Currently serving as Head of Department, Neurology at Gleneagles HealthCity Chennai (Gleneagles Hospital, Perumbakkam).
- Senior Neurologist at Dr. Kamakshi Memorial Hospitals, Chennai (2022–2025).
- Acute Stroke Assessment & Thrombolysis
- Stroke Rehabilitation Planning
- Epilepsy Evaluation & Presurgical Assessment
- EEG Interpretation & Monitoring
- Headache & Migraine Management
Dr. Arun Kumar M
- 17+ years of experience in Neurologist & Epileptologist
- Consultant Adult & Pediatric Neurologist and Epileptologist at Rela Hospital, Chennai
- Consultant Neurologist at Apollo Specialty Hospitals, Vanagaram, Chennai
- Epilepsy Pre-Surgical Evaluation and Workup
- Video EEG Monitoring
- Drug-Resistant Epilepsy Management
- Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Evaluation and Programming
- Parkinson's Disease Management
Dr. V Poornam Naveena
- 15+ years of experience in Neurologist
- Currently serving as Associate Consultant, Neurology at Gleneagles HealthCity Chennai, one of South India's leading tertiary care centres.
- Previously associated with Parvathi Hospital, Chennai (December 2024 – February 2026), contributing to neurology services.
- Stroke Diagnosis & Acute Management
- Post-Stroke Rehabilitation Planning
- Epilepsy Evaluation & Treatment
- Management of Drug-Resistant Epilepsy
- Migraine & Chronic Headache Management
Dr. Noorul Ameen S
- 12+ years of experience in Neurologist
- Currently serving as Consultant Neurologist at Gleneagles HealthCity Chennai, one of Tamil Nadu's leading tertiary care hospitals.
- Affiliated with Gleneagles Hospital, Sholinganallur, Chennai — part of the Fortis Hospital Network — providing specialist neurological consultations.
- Epilepsy Diagnosis & Management
- Drug-Resistant Epilepsy Management
- Acute Stroke Treatment
- Stroke Rehabilitation Planning
- Migraine & Chronic Headache Treatment
Dr. Srividhya S
- 10+ years of experience in Neurologist
- Currently serving as Associate Consultant, Neurology at Rela Hospital, Chennai, within the Neurosciences division.
- Completed DM (Neurology) at Madras Medical College, Chennai, gaining hands-on subspecialty training in neurological diagnosis and management.
- Neurological Consultation & Evaluation
- Epilepsy Diagnosis & Medical Management
- Drug-Resistant Epilepsy Assessment & Care
- Stroke Evaluation & Recovery Planning
- Migraine & Chronic Headache Management
Dr. Aswin Govindarajan
- 8+ years of experience in Neurologist
- Currently serving as Consultant Neurologist in the Department of Neurology at Rela Hospital, Chennai.
- Completed a subspecialty Fellowship in Epilepsy at Gleneagles Global Health City and Hospital, Chennai (2022–2023), training alongside leading epilepsy and surgical epilepsy specialists.
- Epilepsy evaluation and long-term management
- Drug-resistant epilepsy assessment and treatment planning
- EEG (Electroencephalography) interpretation
- Migraine and chronic headache management
- Stroke diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation planning
How we selected these doctors
A doctor appears on this page when their listed specialty maps to Neurology in Chennai, India. Doctors are not ranked by a proprietary "best" score — the order follows years of listed experience (highest first), the same field shown on each doctor's profile. This page does not display aggregate star ratings.
Leading Hospitals for Neurology in Chennai, India
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🇮🇳 Chennai, IndiaHow to Select the Best Doctor for Neurology in Chennai, India?
Choosing the right neurology surgeon is one of the most important decisions in your treatment journey. A few factors are worth weighing before you decide:
Experience and Expertise
Look for a surgeon with a strong track record in neurology specifically, not just general surgery. Years of listed experience — shown on every profile below — is a reasonable starting point.
Specialization
Neurology covers a wide range of procedures, from routine endoscopic work to complex organ transplants. Check that the doctor's listed procedures (see "Procedures in neurology" below) actually match the treatment you need.
Hospital Affiliation
The hospital matters as much as the surgeon. Look for an accredited centre with a dedicated gastroenterology/HPB (hepatopancreatobiliary) unit, ICU support, and experience treating international patients — see "Hospitals where these doctors operate" below.
Communication and Second Opinions
You should be able to get clear answers about your case before committing to travel. Ask for a written second opinion on your reports, in a language you're comfortable in, before you decide.
Transparent Costs
Ask for an itemised, all-inclusive estimate — surgeon's fee, hospital charges and stay — before you travel, so there are no surprises once treatment begins. Our cost calculator (linked below) gives a starting estimate.
How GAF Healthcare Assists in Choosing the Best Doctor for Neurology in Chennai, India
Discover the Top Doctors for Neurology in Chennai, India
This page lists 10 neurology specialists across 3 hospitals in Chennai, India, so you can compare experience and hospital affiliation in one place.
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Share your medical reports with us on WhatsApp or email. Our medical team reviews them and comes back with a recommended doctor, hospital and treatment plan for your case.
Transparent, All-Inclusive Costs
We provide a single, itemised quote covering the doctor's fee, hospital charges and stay — no hidden fees, and there's no charge for requesting an estimate. Use our cost calculator alongside this page for a first estimate.
Visa, Travel and Stay Coordination
Once you choose a doctor, we help arrange the medical visa invitation letter, hotel or serviced-apartment booking near the hospital, airport pickup and transport to your appointments.
On-the-Ground and Language Support
A dedicated, language-speaking companion can accompany you to appointments, and our team stays in touch after you return home to check on your recovery.
Curious what treatment might cost for your case? Use our cost calculator for a personalized estimate.
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