What is Neurology?
Neurology is the branch of medicine concerned with the study and treatment of neurological disorders.
Department of Neurology: Global Hospitals, Mumbai
Global Hospital, Department of Neurology in Mumbai is one of the largest and most comprehensive neurology hospitals in Mumbai, with the best neurological team in Western India. Neuro science and Neurology is the branch of medicine concerned with the study and treatment of nervous system disorders. Ably assisted by the latest Neuroradiology, Neuro interventional services, and Neuro-Intensive Care facilities, our Neurologists achieve outcomes in neurological disease & treatments matching those of the leading institutions across the country.
Our unique, fully integrated model strengthens our current standard of care, allows us to measure quality and outcomes continually, and enhances our ability to provide healthcare solution to our patients, making it the best neurology hospital in Mumbai.
Why Choose us for Neuro Care services?
At Neurology Hospital, we provide care across the spectrum of neurological disorders, including stroke, movement disorders such as Parkinson’s disease, essential tremor and dystonia; primary and metastatic tumors of the brain, spine, and nerves; pediatric and adult epilepsy; headache, facial pain syndromes and associated disorders; hydrocephalus; cerebral aneurysms; brain and spinal vascular malformations; carotid stenosis; intracranial atherosclerosis; nerve and muscle diseases, including peripheral neuropathy, myasthenia gravis and myopathies; sleep disorders.
With a Department of Neurology in Mumbai team led by some of the best neurologists in India, preserving all functions, shorter hospital stays, and avoiding pain and discomfort are considered important as saving a patient’s life. The integrated team of neurologists, neurosurgeons, neuro interventionists, neuro anesthetists, and neuro Intensivist, along with rehabilitation specialists, are dedicated to this goal.
Our neurologists constantly seek new knowledge to improve diagnosis and therapies for brain and neurology disorders. The physicians at Global Hospital, Department of Neurology in Mumbai collaborate with researchers worldwide, contributing to advances in medicine that will enhance the neurological care of the patients.
Diagnosis of Neurological Disorders
Our medical team at neurosurgery hospital in Mumbai uses advanced state-of-the-art techniques and technologies to evaluate and treat neurological conditions, including rare or complex disorders. They work with a team of neurology doctors trained in many areas to determine the most appropriate neurology treatment for your individual needs. Some of the neurology tests carried out at our hospital are:
Nerve Conduction Tests:
A nerve conduction velocity (NCV) test measures how fast an electrical impulse moves through your nerve and can identify nerve damage.
Electromyography Studies:
Electromyography (EMG) measures muscle response. This test helps detect neurological abnormalities by inserting one or more small needles through the skin.
Evoked Potential Studies:
Sensory evoked potentials studies measure electrical activity in the brain in response to stimulation of sight, sound, or touch.
Non- Invasive Video EEG Tests:
Non-Invasive EEG uses a set of electrodes placed on the scalp to diagnose the patient’s neurological disease condition.
High-speed CT imaging:
The CT scan can quickly provide a 3D view of all indications.
Interventional Angiography:
Interventional angiography is a procedure in which blood vessels are injected with a dye that shows up on X-Ray to detect blockages.
Neuropsychological evaluations:
These evaluations help determine the cause of memory loss in a patient and assess anxiety and depression.
High Definition MRI:
4D CT scan imaging has been widely adopted as an essential clinical modality for neurological applications.
Treatment of Neurological Disorders
Global Hospital, Department of Neurology in Mumbai offers many services and procedures for neurology treatment, including but not limited to those listed below
Thrombolysis:
Thrombolysis is a treatment to dissolve dangerous clots in blood vessels to prevent stroke
Botulinum Toxin Injection:
Botox is injected into the patient’s muscles as a treatment when necessary.
Deep Brain Stimulation:
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is a surgery to implant a device that sends electrical signals to brain areas responsible for body movement.
Intraoperative EEG:
Electroencephalography (EEG) is a monitoring method to record the brain’s electrical activity.
Functional Brain Mapping:
Functional brain mapping (FBM) is an integral part of contemporary neurosurgery.
Best Neurologists in Mumbai
Heart related ailments have been progressively on the rise across the country over the last few decades. The increasing stressful lives, unhealthy lifestyles, and predisposition of individuals to heart ailments have resulted in what can easily be termed a cardiac pandemic in the country. Almost 1 out of 4 individuals in the country today has a heart ailment and requires advanced medical attention. At the Department of Cardiology in Global Hospitals, Mumbai – we acutely understand this alarming situation and remain committed to providing excellent and comprehensive cardiac care.
Dr Shirish Hastak
MBBS, MD, DM, E.C.F.M.G (FMGEMS)
Regional Director - Neurology, Stroke and Neurocritical Care
Dr Pankaj Agarwal
MBBS, MD, DNB , DM, Movement Disorders Fellowship
Senior Consultant – Neurology, Head, Movement Disorders Clinic & In-Charge, Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Program
FAQs Related To Neurology
Which is the best neuro hospital in India?
Global Hospitals Parel, Mumbai is considered to be one of the best neurology hospitals in Mumbai. Ably assisted by the latest Neuroradiology, Neuro interventional services, and Neuro-Intensive Care facilities for the treatment of various neurological conditions.
What does a neurologist treat?
Neurologists provide neuro care and treatment across the spectrum of neurological diseases, including stroke, movement disorders such as Parkinson’s disease, brain tumors, spine, and nerves disorders, headache, facial pain syndromes and associated disorders.
What are the most common neurological disorders?
A few common neurological diseases are Parkinson’s disease, brain and spinal vascular malformations, carotid stenosis, intracranial atherosclerosis, nerve and muscle diseases, myasthenia gravis and myopathies also sleep disorders and more.
