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Hemorrhagic Stroke Management doctors
FeaturedDr. Anoop Kohli
MBBS, MD, DM (Neurology)
Senior Consultant, Neurology · Specialty: Neurologist
Indraprastha Apollo Hospital New Delhi, India28+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 28+ years of experience in Neurologist
- Currently serving as Senior Consultant in Neurology at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi.
- Has spent a significant part of his career at Apollo Hospitals, building a specialised practice in movement disorders, epilepsy, and stroke care.
Expertise & Procedures
- Parkinson's Disease Management
- Epilepsy Management
- Drug-Resistant Epilepsy Evaluation & Treatment
- Acute Ischemic Stroke Management
- Hemorrhagic Stroke Management
Neurologist Experience: 28+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Indraprastha Apollo HospitalHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Aparna Gupta
MBBS, MD (Medicine), DNB (Neurology)
Associate Director, Neurology · Specialty: Neurologist
Indian Spinal Injuries Centre New Delhi, India14+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 14+ years of experience in Neurologist
- Currently serving as Associate Director, Neurology at Indian Spinal Injuries Centre (ISIC), New Delhi.
- Earlier held the role of Senior Resident in the Department of Cardiology and Neurology at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi — a centre known for tertiary-level neurological care.
Expertise & Procedures
- Acute Ischemic Stroke Management
- Hemorrhagic Stroke Management
- Stroke Prevention & Secondary Care
- Post-Stroke Neurological Care
- Epilepsy Management
Neurologist Experience: 14+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Indian Spinal Injuries CentreHospital accreditation: NABH, NABL
Dr. Arnesh Bhattacharya
Post DM Fellowship — Headache Medicine, DM (Neurology) — Gold Medalist, MD (General Medicine)
Associate Consultant, Neurology · Specialty: Neurologist
BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital New Delhi, India8+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 8+ years of experience in Neurologist
- Associate Consultant, Neurology — BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi (current role).
- Post DM Fellowship in Headache Medicine — GIPMER, New Delhi, under Dr. Debashish Chowdhury (July 2025 – January 2026).
Expertise & Procedures
- Epilepsy Evaluation and Management
- Drug-Resistant Epilepsy Assessment
- Seizure Disorder Management
- Acute Ischemic Stroke Management
- Hemorrhagic Stroke Management
Neurologist Experience: 8+ YearsHospital Affiliation: BLK-Max Super Speciality HospitalHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Ashish Kumar Sahani
DM (Neurology), DNB (Neurology), MD (Medicine)
Director & Chief of Neurology, Indian Spinal Injuries Centre · Specialty: Neurologist
Indian Spinal Injuries Centre New Delhi, India32+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 32+ years of experience in Neurologist
- Director & Chief of Neurology, Indian Spinal Injuries Centre (ISIC), New Delhi — current senior leadership role overseeing the Neuro Sciences department.
- Specialised clinical training in neurophysiology, stroke, epilepsy, and Botox therapy at San Raffaele Hospital, Milan, Italy.
Expertise & Procedures
- Acute Ischemic Stroke Management
- Hemorrhagic Stroke Management
- Stroke Prevention & Secondary Care
- Post-Stroke Neurological Rehabilitation
- Epilepsy Diagnosis & Treatment
Neurologist Experience: 32+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Indian Spinal Injuries CentreHospital accreditation: NABH, NABL
Dr. Ashok Kumar Singhal
MBBS, MD (General Medicine), DM (Neurology)
Senior Consultant, Neurology · Specialty: Neurologist
Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road Bengaluru, India24+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 24+ years of experience in Neurologist
- Currently serving as Senior Consultant, Neurology at Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru.
- Has practiced clinical neurology for over 24 years, managing complex neurological cases across stroke, epilepsy, and movement disorders.
Expertise & Procedures
- Acute Ischemic Stroke Management
- Hemorrhagic Stroke Management
- Post-Stroke Neurological Care
- Stroke Prevention & Secondary Care
- Epilepsy Management
Neurologist Experience: 24+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta RoadHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Atul Prasad
MBBS, DM (Neurology)
Vice Chairman & Head of Department, Neurology · Specialty: Neurologist
BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital New Delhi, India40+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 40+ years of experience in Neurologist
- Vice Chairman & Head of Department, Neurology — BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi (current)
- Senior Consultant & Head of Neurology — Fortis Escorts, New Delhi
Expertise & Procedures
- Epilepsy Management
- Drug-Resistant Epilepsy Management
- Parkinson's Disease Management
- Acute Ischemic Stroke Management
- Hemorrhagic Stroke Management
Neurologist Experience: 40+ YearsHospital Affiliation: BLK-Max Super Speciality HospitalHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
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
Neurologist Experience: 22+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospital, Jubilee HillsHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. C. Udaya Shankar
MBBS, DM (Neurology)
Senior Consultant, Neurology · Specialty: Neurologist
Medicover Hospitals, Bangalore Bengaluru, India27+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 27+ years of experience in Neurologist
- Senior Consultant Neurologist, Medicover Hospitals, Bengaluru — Current role, managing a full spectrum of neurological conditions including stroke, epilepsy, and movement disorders.
- Head of Neurology, NH Bommasandra (Narayana Health), Bengaluru — Led the neurology department at one of India's prominent multi-specialty hospital networks.
Expertise & Procedures
- Acute Ischemic Stroke Management
- Hemorrhagic Stroke Management
- Post-Stroke Neurological Care
- Stroke Prevention and Secondary Care
- Epilepsy and Seizure Disorder Management
Neurologist Experience: 27+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Medicover Hospitals, BangaloreHospital accreditation: NABH
Dr. Charu Gauba
MBBS, MD, MRCP (UK), DNB in Neurology
Senior Consultant, Neurology · Specialty: Neurologist
Indraprastha Apollo Hospital New Delhi, India18+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 18+ years of experience in Neurologist
- Senior Consultant, Neurology — Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi (current role).
- Over 18 years of clinical practice spanning epilepsy, stroke, movement disorders, and neuro rehabilitation.
Expertise & Procedures
- Epilepsy Treatment & Management
- Drug-Resistant Epilepsy Management
- Parkinson's Disease Treatment
- Atypical Parkinsonism Management
- Stroke Treatment & Recovery Planning
Neurologist Experience: 18+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Indraprastha Apollo HospitalHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Dhanaraj M
MD (General Medicine), DM (Neurology), MNAMS (General Medicine), MNAMS (Neurology)
Senior Consultant, Neurology · Specialty: Neurologist
Apollo Hospital, Chennai Chennai, India35+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 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.
Expertise & Procedures
- Epilepsy Diagnosis & Management
- Drug-Resistant Epilepsy Evaluation & Treatment
- Hemorrhagic Stroke Management
- Ischemic Stroke Management & Recovery Planning
- Parkinson's Disease Management
Neurologist Experience: 35+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospital, Chennai
Hospitals where these doctors practise
🇮🇳 New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$4,000
Apollo Hospitals
Est. 1983
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Hemorrhagic Stroke ManagementNeurologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
4+
Doctors for Hemorrhagic Stroke Management
4.9
1240 reviews
1000+
Beds
43+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$4,000
Indian Spinal Injuries Center
Est. 1995
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationNABL — National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories accreditation
Hemorrhagic Stroke ManagementNeurologySpine SurgerySurgical Gastroenterology
3+
Doctors for Hemorrhagic Stroke Management
4.5
76 reviews
200+
Beds
31+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$4,000
BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital
Est. 1959
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Hemorrhagic Stroke ManagementNeurologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
5+
Doctors for Hemorrhagic Stroke Management
3.8
48 reviews
650+
Beds
67+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Bangalore, IndiaStarting from$4,000
Apollo Hospital, Bannerghatta Road
Est. 2007
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Hemorrhagic Stroke ManagementNeurologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
3+
Doctors for Hemorrhagic Stroke Management
4.2
25 reviews
250+
Beds
19+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Hyderabad, IndiaStarting from$4,000
Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills
Est. 1988
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Hemorrhagic Stroke ManagementNeurologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
2+
Doctors for Hemorrhagic Stroke Management
4.1
44 reviews
550+
Beds
38+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Bengaluru, IndiaStarting from$4,000
Medicover Hospital, Bangalore
Est. 2024
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Hemorrhagic Stroke ManagementNeurologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
1+
Doctors for Hemorrhagic Stroke Management
4.7
68 reviews
300+
Beds
2+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Shalimar Bagh, New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$4,000
Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh
Est. 2010
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCI — Joint Commission International accreditation
Hemorrhagic Stroke ManagementNeurologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
2+
Doctors for Hemorrhagic Stroke Management
4.5
68 reviews
262+
Beds
16+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Noida, IndiaStarting from$4,000
Fortis Hospital, Noida
Est. 2004
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCI — Joint Commission International accreditation
Hemorrhagic Stroke ManagementNeurologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
1+
Doctors for Hemorrhagic Stroke Management
4.5
88 reviews
236+
Beds
22+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Gurgaon, IndiaStarting from$4,000
Medanta - The Medicity
Est. 2009
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Hemorrhagic Stroke ManagementNeurologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
8+
Doctors for Hemorrhagic Stroke Management
4.9
2150 reviews
1600+
Beds
17+
Years Since Founded
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 CommonFor 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.
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 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.