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Best Neurologists for Acute Ischemic Stroke Management in Hyderabad, India

This page lists 3 acute ischemic stroke management doctors in Hyderabad, India. Review each doctor's experience, specialty and hospital, then contact our care team for help with the next step.

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This page lists 3 acute ischemic stroke management doctors in Hyderabad, India. Review each doctor's experience, specialty and hospital, then contact our care team for help with the next step.

About Acute Ischemic Stroke Management doctors in Hyderabad, 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.

Acute Ischemic Stroke Management doctors

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Dr. C Rajesh Reddy

MBBS, MD (Internal Medicine), DM (Neurology), Certification — Movement Disorders (Telangana APISN Course), Certified Qualified Rater — ADCS-CGIC & MoRI (SLL), Certification — ICHGCP (PR), Advanced Institute of Research
Consultant Neurologist, Neurology · Specialty: Neurologist
Apollo Hospital, Jubilee Hills Hyderabad, India22+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 22+ years of experience in Neurologist
  • Currently serving as Consultant Neurologist at Apollo Health City, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad.
  • Served as principal investigator and co-investigator in multiple clinical trials in neurology.
Expertise & Procedures
  • Epilepsy diagnosis and long-term management
  • Drug-resistant epilepsy evaluation and treatment
  • Acute ischemic stroke management
  • Hemorrhagic stroke management
  • Stroke prevention and secondary care
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Neurologist Experience: 22+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospital, Jubilee HillsHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
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Dr. Madhuri Khilari

MBBS, MD / DNB (Medicine), DM (Neurology), Certification in Clinical Governance and Quality
Consultant, Neurology · Specialty: Neurologist & Epilepsy Specialist
Apollo Hospital, Jubilee Hills Hyderabad, India11+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 11+ years of experience in Neurologist & Epilepsy Specialist
  • Currently serving as Consultant, Neurology at Apollo Hospital, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad (Apollo Health City).
  • Gained international clinical exposure at Harvard-affiliated hospitals — Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women's Hospital — in Boston, USA.
Expertise & Procedures
  • Epilepsy Diagnosis & Management
  • Drug-Resistant Epilepsy Evaluation & Care
  • Seizure Disorder Management
  • Parkinson's Disease Management
  • Dystonia Management
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Neurologist & Epilepsy Specialist Experience: 11+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospital, Jubilee HillsHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
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Dr. Subhashini Prabhakar

MBBS, MD (Medicine/Neurology), MNAMS
Senior Consultant, Neurology · Specialty: Neurologist
Apollo Hospital, Jubilee Hills Hyderabad, India40+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 40+ years of experience in Neurologist
  • Senior Consultant, Neurology — Apollo Hospital, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad (current role)
  • Head of Neurology — Royal Hospital, Muscat, Oman (long-term leadership position in clinical and academic neurology)
Expertise & Procedures
  • Acute Ischemic Stroke Management
  • Hemorrhagic Stroke Management
  • Post-Stroke Neurological Rehabilitation Planning
  • Stroke Prevention & Secondary Care
  • Epilepsy Diagnosis & Management
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Neurologist Experience: 40+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospital, Jubilee HillsHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
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Hospitals where these doctors practise

Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills🇮🇳 Hyderabad, India
Starting from$1,500

Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills

Est. 1988
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Acute Ischemic Stroke ManagementNeurologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
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4.1
44 reviews
550+
Beds
38+
Years Since Founded
Dr. C Rajesh ReddyDr. Madhuri KhilariDr. Subhashini Prabhakar
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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 Acute Ischemic Stroke Management?

Acute Ischemic Stroke Management refers to the emergency evaluation and treatment of a stroke caused by a blocked blood vessel in the brain, aimed at restoring blood flow as quickly as possible to minimize brain damage. Treatment options range from clot-dissolving medication to minimally invasive procedures that physically remove the clot, chosen based on how soon the patient reaches the hospital after symptom onset and imaging findings. Rapid, specialized care significantly improves the chances of survival and functional recovery.

Who may be considered?

Acute Ischemic Stroke Management 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 clot-dissolving medication is administered intravenously within the eligible time window (typically 4.5 hours of symptom onset) to break down the blood clot blocking the brain artery.

3 approaches available for this procedure:

IV Thrombolysis (Alteplase/Tenecteplase)

Time-Critical

A clot-dissolving medication is administered intravenously within the eligible time window (typically 4.5 hours of symptom onset) to break down the blood clot blocking the brain artery.

Comprehensive Investigations

Estimated cost: $300 - $800

Non-contrast CT brain, CT angiography, CBC, coagulation profile (PT/INR, APTT), blood glucose, ECG, renal function tests

Treatment / Procedure Estimate

Estimated cost in India: $1,500 - $4,000

Stay in India

Pre-procedure stay (outside hospital): ~0-1 day (emergency admission)
Hospitalisation: ~3-5 days
Recovery period (outside hospital): ~2-4 weeks recommended
Total stay: approx 4-6 days

Usually Included in Hospital Package

  • Emergency neurology consultation
  • Thrombolytic drug and administration
  • ICU/stroke unit monitoring
  • Nursing and intensivist care
  • Follow-up CT scan

Usually Not Included

  • Mechanical thrombectomy if required afterward
  • Rehabilitation therapy
  • International travel and accommodation
  • Long-term medications after discharge

Recovery and follow-up

Recovery typically involves inpatient neuro-rehabilitation followed by outpatient physiotherapy, speech therapy, and occupational therapy over several weeks to months, with regular neurology follow-up to monitor for recurrence risk factors.

Risks

Risks include bleeding (including intracranial hemorrhage), allergic reaction to contrast or medication, vessel injury during catheter-based procedures, and incomplete restoration of blood flow leading to residual neurological deficits.

Alternatives

For patients outside the treatment window or ineligible for thrombolysis/thrombectomy, conservative supportive care with antiplatelet therapy, blood pressure control, and secondary prevention measures may be the primary approach.

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 CT or MRI brain scan
  • CT/MR angiography if performed
  • Doctor's referral note with onset time of symptoms
  • Recent ECG report
  • Recent blood test reports (CBC, coagulation profile, renal function)
  • List of current medications including blood thinners
  • Cardiac evaluation report (echo, if available)
  • Discharge summary from initial treating hospital, if applicable

Patient information needed

  • Exact time of symptom onset or last known well
  • History of blood pressure, diabetes, or heart disease
  • Current medications, especially blood thinners or anticoagulants
  • History of prior stroke or bleeding disorders
  • Allergy history
  • Smoking or alcohol use history
  • Baseline functional/mobility status before the stroke
  • Emergency contact and caregiver availability

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.

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How this directory is built

Doctors are matched using the specialty, location, condition (Acute Ischemic Stroke Management) and procedure (Acute Ischemic Stroke Management) recorded in their profiles. Inclusion is not an endorsement and does not guarantee a treatment outcome.

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Common questions

FAQs about Acute Ischemic Stroke Management in Hyderabad, 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 Acute Ischemic Stroke Management considered for Acute Ischemic Stroke?
Acute Ischemic Stroke Management 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.
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