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About Parkinson's Disease 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.
Parkinson's Disease Management doctors
FeaturedDr. 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
Neurologist & Neurophysiologist Experience: 20+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Medicover Hospital, Navi MumbaiHospital accreditation: NABH
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
Neurologist Experience: 25+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Medicover Hospital, Navi MumbaiHospital accreditation: NABH
Dr. Prashant Makhija
MBBS, MD (General Medicine), DM (Neurology), Certified Sleep Disorders Specialist
Consultant Neurologist, Neurology · Specialty: Neurologist
Wockhardt Hospital Mumbai, India10+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 10+ years of experience in Neurologist
- Currently serving as Consultant Neurologist at Wockhardt Hospitals, South Mumbai and Mumbai Central.
- Has managed over 10,000 patients across a broad spectrum of neurological conditions throughout his career.
Expertise & Procedures
- Stroke Treatment & Acute Neurological Intervention
- Stroke Rehabilitation & Recovery Planning
- Epilepsy Diagnosis & Medical Management
- Drug-Resistant Epilepsy Evaluation & Care
- Migraine & Chronic Headache Treatment
Neurologist Experience: 10+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Wockhardt HospitalHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
Dr. Sheetal Goyal
MBBS, MD (General Medicine), DM (Neurology)
Consultant Neurologist, Neurology · Specialty: Neurologist
Wockhardt Hospital Mumbai, India11+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 11+ years of experience in Neurologist
- Currently serving as Consultant Neurologist at Wockhardt Hospital, South Mumbai – Mumbai Central.
- Has managed neurological care for a large and diverse patient base over more than eleven years of clinical practice.
Expertise & Procedures
- Stroke Diagnosis and Acute Management
- Post-Stroke Rehabilitation Planning
- Epilepsy Treatment and Long-Term Management
- Drug-Resistant Epilepsy Evaluation and Management
- Migraine and Chronic Headache Treatment
Neurologist Experience: 11+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Wockhardt HospitalHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
Dr. Siddharth Kharkar
MBBS, MD Neurology, MHS (Master of Health Sciences), Fellowship in Epilepsy, Fellowship in Parkinson's Disease
Consultant Neurologist, Neurology · Specialty: Neurologist
KIMS Hospitals, Thane Mumbai, India22+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 22+ years of experience in Neurologist
- Currently serving as Consultant Neurologist at KIMS Hospitals, Thane, Mumbai.
- Completed advanced Fellowship in Parkinson's Disease at King's College, London, UK — one of Europe's foremost centres for movement disorder research.
Expertise & Procedures
- Epilepsy Diagnosis and Medical Management
- Drug-Resistant Epilepsy Evaluation and Treatment
- Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS) for Epilepsy
- Parkinson's Disease Management
- Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Coordination
Neurologist Experience: 22+ YearsHospital Affiliation: KIMS Hospitals, ThaneHospital accreditation: NABH
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
Neurologist Experience: 10+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Medicover Hospital, Navi MumbaiHospital accreditation: NABH
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
Neurologist Experience: 16+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospitals, Navi MumbaiHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Hospitals where these doctors practise
🇮🇳 Navi Mumbai, IndiaStarting from$500
Medicover Hospital, Navi Mumbai
Est. 2023
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Parkinson's Disease ManagementNeurologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
3+
Doctors for Parkinson's Disease Management
4.6
143 reviews
310+
Beds
3+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Mumbai, IndiaStarting from$500
Wockhardt Hospital
Est. 2014
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCI — Joint Commission International accreditation
Parkinson's Disease ManagementNeurologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
2+
Doctors for Parkinson's Disease Management
4.4
30 reviews
350+
Beds
12+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Mumbai, IndiaStarting from$500
KIMS Hospitals, Thane
Est. 2025
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Parkinson's Disease ManagementNeurologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
1+
Doctors for Parkinson's Disease Management
4.6
58 reviews
300+
Beds
1+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Mumbai, IndiaStarting from$500
Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai
Est. 2016
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Parkinson's Disease ManagementNeurologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
1+
Doctors for Parkinson's Disease Management
4.8
512 reviews
500+
Beds
10+
Years Since Founded
Why consider treatment in India?
Many international patients consider India for parkinson's disease 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 Parkinson's Disease Management?
Parkinson's Disease Management involves a comprehensive neurological approach to diagnose, treat, and control the motor and non-motor symptoms of Parkinson's disease using medication optimization, advanced surgical interventions like Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS), or non-invasive techniques such as MRI-guided Focused Ultrasound. The goal is to improve quality of life, reduce tremors, rigidity, and slowness of movement, and minimize medication-related complications in patients who no longer respond adequately to standard drug therapy.
Who may be considered?
Parkinson's Disease 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 structured neurologist-led evaluation and adjustment of dopaminergic and adjunct medications to control symptoms in early to moderate stage Parkinson's disease.
3 approaches available for this procedure:
Medical Management & Medication Optimization
Most CommonA structured neurologist-led evaluation and adjustment of dopaminergic and adjunct medications to control symptoms in early to moderate stage Parkinson's disease.
Comprehensive Investigations
Estimated cost: $300 - $900
Neurological examination, MRI brain, blood tests (CBC, liver/kidney function), DaTscan (if needed), cognitive and mood assessment
Treatment / Procedure Estimate
Estimated cost in India: $500 - $2,500
Stay in India
Pre-procedure stay (outside hospital): ~1-2 days
Hospitalisation: ~2-3 days
Recovery period (outside hospital): ~3-5 days recommended
Total stay: approx 5-7 days
Usually Included in Hospital Package
- Neurology consultations
- Medication titration protocol
- Nursing and monitoring
- Physiotherapy assessment
- Follow-up plan
Usually Not Included
- Long-term medication costs
- International travel
- Advanced imaging beyond baseline
- Accommodation for caregiver
Recovery and follow-up
Recovery timelines vary by approach: medication optimization requires ongoing outpatient follow-up, while DBS and MRgFUS patients typically need a few weeks of monitored recovery with periodic device programming or symptom reassessment before returning home.
Risks
Risks vary by approach and may include medication side effects, infection or bleeding at the surgical site for DBS, or temporary balance/speech disturbances following focused ultrasound treatment.
Alternatives
Alternatives include continued conservative medication management, physical and speech therapy programs, or lesioning procedures such as radiofrequency ablation, depending on disease stage and patient suitability.
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 MRI brain report
- Neurologist's clinical notes and disease staging (Hoehn & Yahr scale)
- DaTscan results if performed
- Current medication list and dosages
- Cognitive/neuropsychological assessment
- Cardiac clearance/ECG report
- Blood investigation reports (CBC, coagulation, renal/liver function)
Patient information needed
- Age and duration since Parkinson's diagnosis
- Current motor and non-motor symptom severity
- Response to current medications (on/off periods)
- History of tremor, rigidity, or dyskinesia
- Any prior brain surgery or implants
- Comorbid conditions (heart, diabetes, etc.)
- Caregiver/attendant availability for travel
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 (Parkinson's Disease Management) and procedure (Parkinson's Disease 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 Parkinson's Disease Management in Mumbai, India
What is Parkinson's Disease?
Parkinson's disease is a chronic, progressive disorder of the central nervous system primarily affecting movement control, caused by the loss of dopamine-producing neurons in the brain. It is the second most common neurodegenerative condition worldwide after Alzheimer's disease.
What are the symptoms and health risks of Parkinson's Disease?
The most recognised motor symptoms include resting tremor (often starting in one hand), muscle rigidity, slowness of movement (bradykinesia), and postural instability that increases fall risk; non-motor symptoms such as reduced sense of smell, constipation, sleep disturbances, anxiety, and depression frequently appear years before motor features become obvious. As the condition progresses, individuals may also experience speech and swallowing difficulties, cognitive impairment, and significant fatigue. The presence of these symptoms is not sufficient to confirm a diagnosis, as several other conditions can produce similar features and require clinical differentiation.
How is Parkinson's Disease diagnosed?
Parkinson's disease is primarily a clinical diagnosis made by a specialist neurologist based on the presence of characteristic motor features — particularly bradykinesia combined with either tremor or rigidity — alongside a careful history of symptom onset and progression. The Hoehn and Yahr scale and the Movement Disorder Society Unified Parkinson's Disease Rating Scale (MDS-UPDRS) are commonly used clinical tools to assess disease severity and functional impact. Supporting investigations such as brain MRI may be performed to exclude other causes, and specialist imaging such as a DaTscan (dopamine transporter scan) can help confirm dopaminergic deficit in uncertain cases, though no single blood test or scan definitively diagnoses Parkinson's disease.
How is Parkinson's Disease treated?
Treatment is tailored to each person's symptom burden, disease stage, overall health, and personal priorities, and is determined following individual assessment by a qualified clinician. Non-procedural management — primarily pharmacological therapy and allied health support — forms the foundation of care for most people across all stages of the condition. For carefully selected individuals whose motor symptoms are no longer adequately controlled by medication, procedural intervention such as Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) may be considered as part of a multidisciplinary treatment plan.
Can Parkinson's Disease be treated without a procedure?
The mainstay of non-surgical management is medication — most commonly levodopa-based therapies and dopamine agonists — aimed at replenishing or mimicking dopamine to reduce motor symptoms; the specific regimen, doses, and timing are determined by a specialist based on individual assessment. Physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, and regular exercise programmes play a meaningful role in maintaining mobility, function, and quality of life at all stages. Psychological support, dietary guidance, and management of non-motor symptoms such as sleep disorders and depression are also integral parts of a comprehensive care plan.
When is Parkinson's Disease Management considered for Parkinson's Disease?
Parkinson's Disease 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 Parkinson's Disease?
Parkinson's disease is typically evaluated and managed by a consultant neurologist, ideally one with a specialist interest in movement disorders. For patients being considered for Deep Brain Stimulation, a multidisciplinary team including a functional or neurosurgical specialist and a neuropsychologist is also involved in the assessment process.
How do I choose a doctor for Parkinson's Disease?
When comparing providers, look for a neurologist with demonstrable experience in movement disorder management, access to a multidisciplinary Parkinson's team (including physiotherapy, speech therapy, and neuropsychology), and a clear plan for long-term follow-up — since Parkinson's disease requires ongoing monitoring and medication adjustment over time. If DBS is being considered, confirm the centre's surgical caseload, outcomes data, and the availability of post-operative device programming by a specialist.
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.