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Parkinson's Disease 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. Anuja Patil
MBBS, MD (General Medicine), DM (Neurology), Fellowship in Epilepsy, Fellowship of the European Board of Neurology
Consultant, Neurology · Specialty: Neurologist
KIMS Hospitals, Secunderabad Hyderabad, India17+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 17+ years of experience in Neurologist
- Consultant, Neurology — KIMS Hospitals, Secunderabad, Hyderabad (current role, following fellowship training).
- Fellowship in Epilepsy — KIMS Hospitals, Hyderabad, under Dr. Sita Jayalakshmi (July 2018 – June 2019).
Expertise & Procedures
- Epilepsy Evaluation & Medical Management
- Drug-Resistant Epilepsy Assessment & Treatment
- Parkinson's Disease Management
- Dystonia Management
- Tremor Disorders Management
Neurologist Experience: 17+ YearsHospital Affiliation: KIMS Hospitals, SecunderabadHospital 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. Arun Kumar M
MBBS, MD (Paediatrics), DM (Neurology), Fellowship in Epilepsy, DrNB (Neurology)
Consultant Adult & Pediatric Neurologist and Epileptologist · Specialty: Neurologist & Epileptologist
Rela Hospital Chennai, India17+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 17+ years of experience in Neurologist & Epileptologist
- Consultant Adult & Pediatric Neurologist and Epileptologist at Rela Hospital, Chennai (November 2022 – Present)
- Consultant Neurologist at Apollo Specialty Hospitals, Vanagaram, Chennai (October 2020 – October 2022)
Expertise & Procedures
- Epilepsy Pre-Surgical Evaluation and Workup
- Video EEG Monitoring
- Drug-Resistant Epilepsy Management
- Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Evaluation and Programming
- Parkinson's Disease Management
Neurologist & Epileptologist Experience: 17+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Rela HospitalHospital accreditation: NABH, NABL
Dr. Arunav Garg
DM (Neurology), MD (Internal Medicine), MBBS
Associate Consultant, Neurology · Specialty: Neurologist
Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket New Delhi, India9+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 9+ years of experience in Neurologist
- Currently serving as Associate Consultant, Neurology at Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi under Max Healthcare.
- Completed DM (Neurology) at G.B. Pant Hospital, Delhi — one of India's premier neurology training programmes (2025).
Expertise & Procedures
- Stroke Diagnosis & Acute Management
- Post-Stroke Rehabilitation Planning
- Epilepsy Evaluation & Long-Term Management
- Drug-Resistant Epilepsy Assessment
- Migraine & Chronic Headache Treatment
Neurologist Experience: 9+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Max Super Speciality Hospital, SaketHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
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
Hospitals where these doctors practise
🇮🇳 New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$500
Apollo Hospitals
Est. 1983
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Parkinson's Disease ManagementNeurologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
4+
Doctors for Parkinson's Disease Management
4.9
1240 reviews
1000+
Beds
43+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Hyderabad, IndiaStarting from$500
KIMS Hospitals, Secunderabad
Est. 2000
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Parkinson's Disease ManagementNeurologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
5+
Doctors for Parkinson's Disease Management
4.8
743 reviews
8300+
Beds
26+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$500
Indian Spinal Injuries Center
Est. 1995
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationNABL — National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories accreditation
Parkinson's Disease ManagementNeurologySpine SurgerySurgical Gastroenterology
2+
Doctors for Parkinson's Disease Management
4.5
76 reviews
200+
Beds
31+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$500
BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital
Est. 1959
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Parkinson's Disease ManagementNeurologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
5+
Doctors for Parkinson's Disease Management
3.8
48 reviews
650+
Beds
67+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Chennai, IndiaStarting from$500
Dr. Rela Institute and Medical Centre
Est. 2018
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationNABL — National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories accreditation
Parkinson's Disease ManagementNeurologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
2+
Doctors for Parkinson's Disease Management
4.7
108 reviews
450+
Beds
8+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$500
Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket
Est. 2005
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCI — Joint Commission International accreditation
Parkinson's Disease ManagementNeurologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
3+
Doctors for Parkinson's Disease Management
3.8
49 reviews
539+
Beds
21+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Bangalore, IndiaStarting from$500
Apollo Hospital, Bannerghatta Road
Est. 2007
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Parkinson's Disease ManagementNeurologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
5+
Doctors for Parkinson's Disease Management
4.2
25 reviews
250+
Beds
19+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Hyderabad, IndiaStarting from$500
Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills
Est. 1988
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Parkinson's Disease ManagementNeurologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
5+
Doctors for Parkinson's Disease Management
4.1
44 reviews
550+
Beds
38+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Bengaluru, IndiaStarting from$500
Medicover Hospital, Bangalore
Est. 2024
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Parkinson's Disease ManagementNeurologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
1+
Doctors for Parkinson's Disease Management
4.7
68 reviews
300+
Beds
2+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Gurgaon, IndiaStarting from$500
Medanta - The Medicity
Est. 2009
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Parkinson's Disease ManagementNeurologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
7+
Doctors for Parkinson's Disease Management
4.9
2150 reviews
1600+
Beds
17+
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 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.