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Best Neurologists for Hemorrhagic Stroke Management in Mumbai, India

This page lists 4 hemorrhagic stroke management doctors in Mumbai, 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 4 hemorrhagic stroke management doctors in Mumbai, India. Review each doctor's experience, specialty and hospital, then contact our care team for help with the next step.

About Hemorrhagic Stroke Management doctors in Mumbai, 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.

Hemorrhagic Stroke Management doctors

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Dr. Nishu Ojha

MD in Physiology, Certificate Course in Neurophysiology
Consultant Neurophysiologist, Neurology · Specialty: Neurologist & Neurophysiologist
Medicover Hospital, Navi Mumbai Mumbai, India20+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 20+ years of experience in Neurologist & Neurophysiologist
  • Currently serving as Consultant Neurophysiologist in the Neurology department at Medicover Hospitals, Navi Mumbai.
  • Held a long-tenure clinical position at Hiranandani (Fortis) Hospital from 2009 to 2025, building extensive expertise across a wide range of neurological conditions.
Expertise & Procedures
  • Acute Ischemic Stroke Management
  • Hemorrhagic Stroke Management
  • Stroke Prevention & Secondary Care
  • Post-Stroke Neurological Care
  • Epilepsy & Seizure Disorder Management
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Neurologist & Neurophysiologist Experience: 20+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Medicover Hospital, Navi MumbaiHospital accreditation: NABH
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Dr. Pawan Ojha

DM (Neurology), DNB (Neurology), FCSP — Fellowship in Stroke
Regional Director of Neurosciences, Neurology · Specialty: Neurologist
Medicover Hospital, Navi Mumbai Mumbai, India25+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 25+ years of experience in Neurologist
  • Regional Director of Neurosciences, Medicover Hospital, Navi Mumbai — Current role leading the neurosciences department.
  • Senior Neurologist, Hiranandani (Fortis) Hospital, Navi Mumbai — A long-standing position spanning 2009 to 2025.
Expertise & Procedures
  • Acute Ischemic Stroke Management
  • Hemorrhagic Stroke Management
  • Post-Stroke Neurological Care
  • Post-Stroke Neuro-Rehabilitation
  • Stroke Prevention & Secondary Care
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Neurologist Experience: 25+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Medicover Hospital, Navi MumbaiHospital accreditation: NABH
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Dr. Suranjana Basak

DrNB (Neurology), MD (Internal Medicine), DNB (Internal Medicine), PG Diploma in Advanced Diabetes Care & Clinical Endocrinology
Consultant Neurologist, Neurology · Specialty: Neurologist
Medicover Hospital, Navi Mumbai Mumbai, India10+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 10+ years of experience in Neurologist
  • Currently serving as Consultant Neurologist at Medicover Hospitals, Navi Mumbai, providing comprehensive inpatient and outpatient neurological care.
  • Worked at Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital and Research Centre, New Chandigarh, and Mukat Hospital and Heart Institute, Chandigarh (Aug–Nov 2023), contributing to neuro-oncology and general neurology services.
Expertise & Procedures
  • Acute Ischemic Stroke Management
  • Hemorrhagic Stroke Management
  • Stroke Prevention and Secondary Care
  • Epilepsy Management
  • Drug-Resistant Epilepsy Management
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Neurologist Experience: 10+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Medicover Hospital, Navi MumbaiHospital accreditation: NABH
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Dr. Vishal C

MBBS, MD (Medicine), DM (Neurology), DNB (Neurology), Fellowship in Interventional Neurology
Consultant, Neurology · Specialty: Neurologist
Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai Mumbai, India16+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 16+ years of experience in Neurologist
  • Currently serving as Consultant, Neurology at Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai.
  • Has practised clinical neurology for over 16 years, managing a broad spectrum of neurological conditions across inpatient and outpatient settings.
Expertise & Procedures
  • Acute Ischemic Stroke Management
  • Hemorrhagic Stroke Management
  • Post-Stroke Neurological Care
  • Epilepsy Management
  • Drug-Resistant Epilepsy Treatment
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Neurologist Experience: 16+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospitals, Navi MumbaiHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
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Hospitals where these doctors practise

Medicover Hospital, Navi Mumbai🇮🇳 Navi Mumbai, India
Starting from$4,000

Medicover Hospital, Navi Mumbai

Est. 2023
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Hemorrhagic Stroke ManagementNeurologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
3+
Doctors for Hemorrhagic Stroke Management
4.6
143 reviews
310+
Beds
3+
Years Since Founded
Dr. Nishu OjhaDr. Pawan OjhaDr. Suranjana Basak
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Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai🇮🇳 Mumbai, India
Starting from$4,000

Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai

Est. 2016
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Hemorrhagic Stroke ManagementNeurologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
1+
Doctors for Hemorrhagic Stroke Management
4.8
512 reviews
500+
Beds
10+
Years Since Founded
Dr. Vishal C
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Why consider treatment in India?

Many international patients consider India for hemorrhagic 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 Hemorrhagic Stroke Management?

Hemorrhagic Stroke Management refers to the urgent medical and surgical care provided when bleeding occurs within or around the brain due to a ruptured blood vessel. Treatment aims to control bleeding, reduce intracranial pressure, prevent secondary brain damage, and support neurological recovery. The approach depends on the size, location, and cause of the bleed, ranging from intensive medical monitoring to emergency neurosurgery.

Who may be considered?

Hemorrhagic 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?

For small or stable bleeds, treatment focuses on blood pressure control, reversal of anticoagulation, intracranial pressure management, and close neuro-monitoring in a specialized ICU.

3 approaches available for this procedure:

Conservative Medical Management (ICU-based)

Most Common

For small or stable bleeds, treatment focuses on blood pressure control, reversal of anticoagulation, intracranial pressure management, and close neuro-monitoring in a specialized ICU.

Comprehensive Investigations

Estimated cost: $300 - $900

CT brain, MRI brain, CBC, coagulation profile (PT/INR, aPTT), blood glucose, renal and liver function tests, ECG, blood typing

Treatment / Procedure Estimate

Estimated cost in India: $4,000 - $9,000

Stay in India

Pre-procedure stay (outside hospital): ~1 day
Hospitalisation: ~7-10 days
Recovery period (outside hospital): ~4-6 weeks recommended
Total stay: approx 10-14 days

Usually Included in Hospital Package

  • ICU/neuro-critical care stay
  • Neurologist and intensivist consultations
  • Daily imaging as needed
  • Medications during hospitalization
  • Basic physiotherapy assessment

Usually Not Included

  • Long-term rehabilitation therapy
  • Post-discharge medications
  • Travel and accommodation for attendants
  • Follow-up imaging after discharge

Recovery and follow-up

Recovery typically involves a structured rehabilitation program including physiotherapy, speech therapy, and occupational therapy, with regular neurological follow-up and imaging to monitor healing over several weeks to months.

Risks

Potential risks include re-bleeding, infection, seizures, increased intracranial pressure, and permanent neurological deficits depending on the size and location of the hemorrhage.

Alternatives

Depending on the case, alternatives may include purely medical management without surgery, minimally invasive catheter-based clot aspiration, or in select cases, decompressive craniectomy for severe swelling.

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 brain scan (plain and angiography if available)
  • MRI brain report, if performed
  • Detailed neurological examination notes
  • Coagulation profile and CBC reports
  • History of anticoagulant/antiplatelet use
  • Blood pressure and glucose records
  • Previous stroke or cardiac history documents
  • Any prior imaging showing aneurysm or vascular malformation

Patient information needed

  • Current level of consciousness and neurological status
  • Time of symptom onset
  • History of hypertension, diabetes, or cardiac disease
  • Current medications, especially blood thinners
  • Known allergies
  • Previous surgeries or strokes
  • Family history of stroke or bleeding disorders
  • Attendant/caregiver availability for post-op care

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 (Hemorrhagic Stroke Management) and procedure (Hemorrhagic 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 Hemorrhagic Stroke Management in Mumbai, India

What is Hemorrhagic Stroke?
A hemorrhagic stroke is a life-threatening condition in which a ruptured blood vessel causes bleeding inside or around the brain, depriving surrounding tissue of oxygen and triggering a dangerous rise in intracranial pressure. It is broadly categorized as either intracerebral hemorrhage (bleeding within the brain tissue itself) or subarachnoid hemorrhage (bleeding into the fluid-filled space surrounding the brain).
What are the symptoms and health risks of Hemorrhagic Stroke?
Common warning signs include a sudden, severe headache often described as 'the worst headache of my life,' abrupt weakness or numbness on one side of the body, slurred speech, vision disturbances, loss of coordination, confusion, and in serious cases, rapid loss of consciousness. Complications can include brain herniation, hydrocephalus, seizures, vasospasm (particularly after subarachnoid hemorrhage), and permanent neurological deficits affecting movement, speech, memory, or behavior. The presence of these symptoms should prompt immediate emergency evaluation — they do not by themselves confirm a hemorrhagic stroke or any other specific diagnosis.
How is Hemorrhagic Stroke diagnosed?
Diagnosis begins with an urgent non-contrast CT scan of the brain, which can identify most active bleeds within minutes of symptom onset; CT angiography or MRI may follow to pinpoint the underlying cause, such as an aneurysm or AVM. Clinicians also use standardized grading tools to estimate severity and guide decisions: the Hunt and Hess Scale and the Fisher Scale are commonly applied in subarachnoid hemorrhage, while the ICH Score is used for intracerebral hemorrhage to assess 30-day mortality risk. Blood tests, coagulation studies, and blood pressure readings are part of the standard workup, and the overall picture — including the patient's age, neurological status, and bleed volume — shapes the management plan.
How is Hemorrhagic Stroke treated?
Treatment depends on the type, location, and size of the hemorrhage, the patient's neurological condition, and the underlying cause identified during evaluation. Immediate priorities in all cases include stabilizing blood pressure within targets set by the treating team, reversing any anticoagulation if applicable, managing intracranial pressure, and close monitoring in a neurological or neurosurgical intensive care unit. For selected patients, procedural intervention — such as surgical clot evacuation, endovascular coiling or clipping of a ruptured aneurysm, or AVM treatment — may be recommended, with the choice between approaches determined on a case-by-case basis by the multidisciplinary team.
Can Hemorrhagic Stroke be treated without a procedure?
Many patients, particularly those with small bleeds in surgically inaccessible locations or those who are medically unstable for an operation, are managed with intensive medical therapy alone: this includes strict blood pressure control, reversal of coagulopathy, seizure prophylaxis where indicated, prevention of secondary complications such as deep vein thrombosis, and structured rehabilitation once the patient is stable. Medical management is a recognized primary pathway, not simply a fallback, and the decision between medical and procedural care depends on the individual's full clinical picture as assessed by their care team.
When is Hemorrhagic Stroke Management considered for Hemorrhagic Stroke?
Hemorrhagic 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 Hemorrhagic Stroke?
Hemorrhagic stroke is typically managed by a team that includes a vascular neurologist or stroke neurologist, and — depending on the cause and severity — a neurosurgeon or an interventional neuroradiologist specializing in endovascular procedures. Rehabilitation specialists, including physiatrists, speech-language pathologists, and physiotherapists, become central to care once the acute phase has passed.
How do I choose a doctor for Hemorrhagic Stroke?
When comparing providers, look for centers with a dedicated stroke or neurovascular unit, on-site 24-hour neurosurgical and endovascular capability, and documented experience managing both intracerebral hemorrhage and ruptured aneurysms; asking about case volume, multidisciplinary team composition, and the availability of structured post-acute rehabilitation can help you make a more informed comparison.
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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