Global Hospitals, Mumbai – India
About Dr Pankaj A Agarwal
Dr. Pankaj A. Agarwal is a Director of Neurology, Stroke, and Neuro Critical Care at Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai, and one of India's very few internationally fellowship-trained Movement Disorders specialists. He completed his MBBS, MD, DNB, and DM from Mumbai University institutions, including Bombay Hospital, and in 2012 completed a 2.5-year Clinical and Research Postdoctoral Fellowship in Movement Disorders and Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) at the Pacific Parkinson Research Center, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada.
- 26+ years of neurological experience; Director of Neurology — Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai
- Fellowship in Movement Disorders & DBS — Pacific Parkinson Research Center, UBC, Vancouver, Canada (2012)
- One of very few internationally fellowship-trained Movement Disorders specialists in India
- Head of Movement Disorders Clinic & founder of DBS Programme — Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai
- IPMDS Video Challenge 2020 Silver Medal — International Parkinson's and MDS Congress Philadelphia (Virtual) 2020
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — University of Bombay / Mumbai, India
- MD (General Medicine) — University of Bombay, India
- DNB (General Medicine) — National Board of Examinations, India
- DM (Neurology) — University of Mumbai, India
Fellowships & Special Training
- Clinical & Research Postdoctoral Fellow — Pacific Parkinson Research Center, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada (2.5 years, completed 2012; supervised by Prof. Jon Stoessl)
- Movement Disorders & Deep Brain Stimulation Fellowship — Vancouver General Hospital, Vancouver Coastal Health, Canada
- Residency in Neurology — Bombay Hospital Institute of Medical Sciences (with Dr. B. S. Singhal, Director of Neurology)
Certifications & Accreditations
- Maharashtra Medical Council Registration
- Indian Academy of Neurology (IAN) — Member
- Recognized Trainer — Botulinum Toxin Injection (National & International Workshops)
- Honorary Teaching Faculty — Department of Neurology, KEM Hospital & Seth GS Medical College, Mumbai
- Honorary Lecturer — Department of Neurology, Grant Medical College & Sir JJ Group of Hospitals, Mumbai
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Parkinson's Disease
- Essential Tremor
- Dystonia (Focal, Segmental, Generalised)
- Cervical Dystonia (Spasmodic Torticollis)
- Hemifacial Spasm
- Blepharospasm & Writer's Cramp
- Spasticity
- Huntington's Disease
- Stroke & Neuro Critical Care
- Epilepsy & General Neurology
Sub-specialties
- Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's, Tremor & Dystonia: One of India's few internationally fellowship-trained DBS specialists — expertise in intraoperative microelectrode recording and advanced post-operative DBS programming for optimal outcomes.
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Movement Disorders: Internationally recognised trainer for botulinum toxin injection in dystonia, spasticity, hemifacial spasm, and migraine — considered among the best Botox injection specialists in Mumbai for neurological indications.
- Parkinson's Disease Research: Canadian fellowship research at UBC with Prof. Jon Stoessl — expert in genetic aspects, biomarkers, and functional neuroimaging in Parkinson's disease.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Surgery — Programme Leadership
- Intraoperative Microelectrode Recording (MER)
- Advanced DBS Programming
- Botulinum Toxin Injection (Dystonia, Spasticity, Migraine, Hemifacial Spasm)
- EMG-Guided Botulinum Toxin Injection
- EEG & Neurophysiology
- Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS) / EMG
- IV Thrombolysis (Stroke)
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Gleneagles Hospital, Parel, Mumbai — Director, Neurology, Stroke & Neuro Critical Care; Head, Movement Disorders Clinic & DBS Programme, Present
Past Affiliations
- Global Hospitals, Parel, Mumbai — Consultant Neurologist (Past)
- Aditya Birla Memorial Hospital, Pune — Consultant Neurologist (Past)
- Grant Medical College & Sir JJ Group of Hospitals, Mumbai — Honorary Lecturer, Neurology (Past)
- Bombay Hospital Institute of Medical Sciences — Residency in Neurology (Training Period)
- Pacific Parkinson Research Center, UBC, Vancouver, Canada — Postdoctoral Fellow (2010–2012)
Academic & Research Roles
- Honorary Teaching Faculty — Department of Neurology, KEM Hospital & Seth GS Medical College, Mumbai
- Professor — Department of Neurology, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada (during fellowship)
- Recognized Trainer for Botulinum Toxin Injection — National & International Workshops
- Multiple articles and book chapters in international and national neurology journals
Key Achievements
- 26+ years of neurological practice
- One of very few internationally fellowship-trained Movement Disorders specialists in India
- Founded the Movement Disorders Clinic and DBS Programme at Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai
- IPMDS Video Challenge 2020 Silver Medal — International Parkinson's and MDS Congress Philadelphia (Virtual), 2020
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- IPMDS Video Challenge 2020 Silver Medal (KEM Mumbai team) — International Parkinson's and Movement Disorders Congress, Philadelphia (Virtual), 2020
Professional Memberships
- Indian Academy of Neurology (IAN)
- International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society (MDS)
- Indian Medical Association (IMA)
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Multiple articles and book chapters in national and international neurology journals on Parkinson's disease, movement disorders, DBS, and botulinum toxin (titles available through Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai profile).
- Research publications in functional neuroimaging, genetic aspects of Parkinson's disease, and clinical phenomenology of movement disorders from UBC fellowship period.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Genetic aspects and pathophysiology of Parkinson's disease
- Biomarkers in Parkinson's disease
- Functional neuroimaging in movement disorders
- Botulinum toxin injection optimisation in dystonia and spasticity
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Neurology / Movement Disorders Consultation | ₹2,350 – ₹4,000 | $28 – $48 |
| Botulinum Toxin Injection (Dystonia / Spasticity) | ₹15,000 – ₹60,000 | $180 – $720 |
| DBS Pre-Surgical Evaluation | ₹1,00,000 – ₹2,50,000 | $1,200 – $3,000 |
| DBS Surgery (all-inclusive) | ₹10,00,000 – ₹20,00,000 | $12,000 – $24,000 |
| EMG-Guided Botulinum Toxin | ₹20,000 – ₹60,000 | $240 – $720 |
*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. Pankaj A. Agarwal use in Neurology and Movement Disorders treatment?
Dr. Pankaj A. Agarwal employs Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) with intraoperative microelectrode recording, advanced DBS programming, EMG-guided botulinum toxin injection, and advanced Parkinson's disease neuroimaging — internationally fellowship-trained at the Pacific Parkinson Research Center, UBC, Vancouver, Canada.
2. What conditions does Dr. Pankaj A. Agarwal specialise in treating?
Dr. Pankaj A. Agarwal specialises in Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, dystonia, hemifacial spasm, blepharospasm, spasticity, and Huntington's disease — one of India's very few internationally fellowship-trained movement disorders specialists and DBS neurologists in Mumbai.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Pankaj A. Agarwal?
Appointments with Dr. Pankaj A. Agarwal 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. Pankaj A. Agarwal?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Pankaj A. Agarwal, 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. Pankaj A. Agarwal offer second opinions for Neurology and Movement Disorders cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations in movement disorders and DBS candidacy can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients with Parkinson's disease, dystonia, or essential tremor who wish to explore DBS or botulinum toxin treatment options.
