Global Hospitals, Mumbai – India
About Dr Sangeeta Ravat
Dr. Sangeeta Ravat is one of India's foremost Neurologists and Epileptologists, serving as Professor & Head of the Department of Neurology at Seth G. S. Medical College & K.E.M. Hospital, Parel, Mumbai, and as Senior Consultant Neurologist at Gleneagles Global Hospital, Mumbai. With 42+ years of experience, she completed her MBBS, MD, and DM from Seth G. S. Medical College & K.E.M. Hospital (University of Mumbai), ranking 2nd in Mumbai University in MD Medicine, and received advanced training in Paediatric Neurology & Epilepsy Surgery at Royal Children's Hospital, Melbourne, Australia.
- 42+ years of clinical neurological practice; 600+ epilepsy surgeries performed — highest number in Western India
- Professor & Head of Neurology — Seth G. S. Medical College & K.E.M. Hospital, Mumbai
- Founder — Comprehensive Epilepsy Care Centre, K.E.M. Hospital; 400–500 Video-EEGs performed annually
- Fellowship training in Paediatric Neurology & Epilepsy — Royal Children's Hospital, Melbourne, Australia
- Best Paper Award — Journal of the Indian Medical Association (JAPI) 2010; 2nd in Mumbai University, MD Medicine
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Seth G. S. Medical College & K.E.M. Hospital, University of Bombay, Mumbai, India, 1984
- MD (General Medicine) — Seth G. S. Medical College & K.E.M. Hospital, University of Bombay, Mumbai, India, 1988 (2nd in Mumbai University)
- DM (Neurology) — Seth G. S. Medical College & K.E.M. Hospital, University of Bombay, Mumbai, India, 1993
Fellowships & Special Training
- Fellowship in Paediatric Neurology & Epilepsy — Royal Children's Hospital, Melbourne, Australia
- Training in Medical Management of Epilepsy & Pre-Surgical Evaluation — Royal Children's Hospital, Melbourne, Australia
Certifications & Accreditations
- Maharashtra Medical Council Registration
- Indian Academy of Neurology (IAN) — Member
- Indian Epilepsy Society — Executive Committee Member
- Indian Epilepsy Association — Vice President, Mumbai Chapter
- International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE) — Task Force Member
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Epilepsy (Childhood, Adult, Drug-Resistant)
- Status Epilepticus
- Paediatric Neurology
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Neuromuscular Disorders
- Cerebrovascular Disease (Stroke)
- Degenerative Disorders
- Headache & Migraine
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy
Sub-specialties
- Epilepsy Surgery & Comprehensive Epilepsy Care: Founder of the Comprehensive Epilepsy Care Centre at K.E.M. Hospital with 600+ epilepsy surgeries — the highest volume epilepsy surgery programme in Western India, sought internationally for drug-resistant epilepsy treatment.
- Paediatric Neurology: Australian fellowship-trained specialist in childhood epilepsy, infantile spasms, and developmental neurological disorders.
- Video-EEG Monitoring: Expert performing 400–500 long-term and 300–400 short-term Video-EEGs annually on five VEEG machines — one of the most experienced EEG specialists in Mumbai.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Long-Term & Short-Term Video-EEG Monitoring
- Electrocorticography (ECoG)-Guided Epilepsy Surgery
- Temporal Lobe Surgery
- Extratemporal Lesionectomy
- Corpus Callosotomy
- Hemispherectomy
- Botulinum Toxin Injection
- Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS) / EMG
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Seth G. S. Medical College & K.E.M. Hospital, Parel, Mumbai — Professor & Head, Department of Neurology; Chief Epileptologist, Present
- Gleneagles Global Hospital, Parel, Mumbai — Senior Consultant Neurologist, Present
Past Affiliations
- K.E.M. Hospital, Mumbai — Consultant Neurologist (Ongoing senior faculty role)
Academic & Research Roles
- Professor & Head — Department of Neurology, Seth G.S. Medical College & K.E.M. Hospital
- Principal Investigator — Multiple international clinical trials
- Organising Secretary — ECON 2007 (Mumbai); Paediatric Epilepsy Workshop (ILAE-IEA, 2007)
- Board Member — Board of Superspecialty Subjects, Maharashtra University of Health Sciences
- 30+ peer-reviewed publications in national and international journals
Key Achievements
- 600+ epilepsy surgeries performed — maximum in Western India
- 400–500 Long-Term Video-EEGs and 300–400 Short-Term Video-EEGs performed annually on five VEEG machines
- 2nd Rank in Mumbai University, MD Medicine
- Best Paper Award — JAPI 2010
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Best Paper Award — Journal of the Indian Medical Association (JAPI), 2010
- 2nd in Mumbai University — MD (General Medicine)
Professional Memberships
- Indian Academy of Neurology (IAN)
- Indian Epilepsy Society — Executive Committee Member
- Indian Epilepsy Association — Vice President, Mumbai Chapter
- International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE) — Task Force Member
- Maharashtra Association of Neurologists — Ex-President
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Ravat SH, Jain V. Refractory Epilepsy. J Indian Med Assoc. 2010 Jul;108(7):418, 427-30. PMID: 21192500.
- Ravat S, Desai K, Shah M. Status epilepticus related to pregnancy. Neurol India. 2018 Nov-Dec;66(6):1590-1592.
- Muzumdar D, Patil M, Goel A, Ravat S, et al. Mesial temporal lobe epilepsy — surgical techniques. Int J Surg. 2016 Dec;36(Pt B):411-419.
- Bhalla D, Aziz H, Bergen D, Birbeck GL, Ravat S, et al. Undue regulatory control on phenobarbital. Epilepsia. 2015 Apr;56(4):659-62.
- Fong GCY, Shah PU, Gee MN, ... Ravat SH, et al. Childhood Absence Epilepsy: Linkage to Chromosome 8q24. Am J Hum Genet. 63:1117-1129, 1998.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Drug-resistant epilepsy surgical outcomes
- Genetics and molecular aspects of epilepsy
- Paediatric epilepsy syndromes
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Neurology (Epilepsy) Consultation | ₹1,500 – ₹3,500 | $18 – $42 |
| Video-EEG Monitoring (Long-Term) | ₹15,000 – ₹60,000 | $180 – $720 |
| Epilepsy Surgery Work-Up Package | ₹1,00,000 – ₹2,50,000 | $1,200 – $3,000 |
| Botulinum Toxin Injection | ₹15,000 – ₹40,000 | $180 – $480 |
*Indicative estimates only. Actual costs subject to hospital pricing, case complexity, and insurance. Contact Cancer Rounds for a personalised quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What advanced technologies does Dr. Sangeeta Ravat use in Neurology and Epilepsy treatment?
Dr. Sangeeta Ravat employs long-term Video-EEG monitoring (400–500 annually), electrocorticography (ECoG)-guided epilepsy surgery, temporal and extratemporal lesionectomy, corpus callosotomy, hemispherectomy, and botulinum toxin — Australian fellowship-trained skills from Royal Children's Hospital, Melbourne.
2. What conditions does Dr. Sangeeta Ravat specialise in treating?
Dr. Sangeeta Ravat specialises in drug-resistant epilepsy and epilepsy surgery, paediatric neurology, multiple sclerosis, neuromuscular disorders, status epilepticus, and stroke — the founder of Western India's leading epilepsy surgery programme with 600+ surgeries.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Sangeeta Ravat?
Appointments with Dr. Sangeeta Ravat can be booked directly through the Cancer Rounds website or by contacting their international patient department for priority scheduling.
4. Can international patients receive treatment from Dr. Sangeeta Ravat?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Sangeeta Ravat, including medical visa invitation letters, airport transfers, and local accommodation coordination.
5. What support is available for international patients?
International patients benefit from a dedicated concierge service provided by Cancer Rounds, including language interpretation, financial counselling, and pre-travel virtual consultations to review medical records before arrival.
6. Does Dr. Sangeeta Ravat offer second opinions for Epilepsy or Neurology cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations in epilepsy and neurology can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients with drug-resistant epilepsy who wish to review their surgical eligibility or treatment plan.
