Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket – India
About Dr. Puneet Agarwal
Dr. Puneet Agarwal is a Principal Consultant and Director of Neurology in New Delhi with over 25 years of clinical experience in acute stroke management, sonothrombolysis, deep brain stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's disease, botulinum toxin therapy, epilepsy management, and movement disorders. He is regarded among leading Neurologist specialists in New Delhi, India with recognition for Europe's largest thrombolysed stroke case series presented from India.
- MBBS from King George's Medical University, Lucknow (1993); DM Neurology from G.B. Pant Hospital, New Delhi (2000) — secured first rank.
- International fellowships: Critical Care Neurology and Stroke at UCLA (Los Angeles) and Sentara Hospital (Virginia, USA); Sonothrombolysis, TCD, Carotid Doppler and Sleep Study at National University Hospital, Singapore; DBS, Parkinson's Disease and Botulinum Toxin in Spain and Amsterdam.
- Pioneer of sonothrombolysis in acute stroke in North India; among the first in India to study inflammatory genes in stroke patients and IV valproate in status epilepticus.
- Health Excellence Award in Neurology (2016, Central Health Minister) for Best Neurologist Delhi; biography published in WHO's WHO IN THE WORLD 2006, New Jersey, USA.
- 25+ years of experience with 100% patient recommendation on HexaHealth and 89% ratings; Thesis guide to PhD students at IIT Delhi and DM Neurology candidates.
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Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — King George's Medical College, Lucknow University, India, 1993
- DM (Neurology) — G.B. Pant Hospital, New Delhi, India, 2000 (secured first rank)
Fellowships & Special Training
- Fellowship in Critical Care Neurology and Stroke — University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), USA
- Fellowship in Critical Care Neurology and Stroke — Sentara Hospital, Virginia, USA
- Training Fellowship in Sonothrombolysis, TCD, Carotid Doppler and Sleep Study — National University Hospital, Singapore
- Training Fellowship in Deep Brain Stimulation, Parkinson's Disease and Botulinum Toxin Injection — Spain and Amsterdam
Certifications & Accreditations
- Delhi Medical Council — Registered
- Member — American Academy of Neurology
- Life Member — Indian Medical Association (IMA)
- Life Member — Indian Academy of Neurology (IAN)
- Life Member — Neurological Society of India (NSI)
- Life Member — Indian Epilepsy Society (IES)
- Life Member — Delhi Neurological Association
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Acute Ischaemic Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease
- Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders
- Epilepsy (including refractory epilepsy)
- Migraine and Chronic Headache
- Multiple Sclerosis and Demyelinating Disorders
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorders
- Sleep Disorders including Obstructive Sleep Apnoea
- Post-Stroke Spasticity
- Neurocritical Care conditions including Status Epilepticus
- Snoring and Sleep Disordered Breathing
Sub-specialties
- Stroke & Neurocritical Care: Pioneer of sonothrombolysis and thrombolysis for acute stroke — a trusted Neurologist specialist in New Delhi, India for international patients seeking the best Neurologist doctor in India.
- Movement Disorders & DBS: Deep brain stimulation for Parkinson's disease and refractory epilepsy, along with botulinum toxin injections for dystonia and spasticity.
- Epilepsy Care: Medical and surgical management of refractory epilepsy, including IV valproate in status epilepticus.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Thrombolysis (IV tPA) for Acute Ischaemic Stroke
- Sonothrombolysis with Transcranial Doppler (TCD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's Disease and Epilepsy
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Movement Disorders, Post-Stroke Spasticity and Chronic Migraine
- Carotid Doppler Ultrasound
- Sleep Study / Polysomnography
- Comprehensive Epilepsy Evaluation and Epilepsy Surgery Work-up
- Neurocritical Care Management
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi — Principal Consultant & Director, Department of Neurology (Present)
- Max Multi Speciality Centre, Panchsheel Park, New Delhi — Consultant Neurologist (Present)
Past Affiliations
- All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi — Assistant Professor / Associate Professor, Department of Neurology (Past)
- G.B. Pant Hospital, New Delhi — DM Neurology trainee (Past)
Academic & Research Roles
- Thesis Guide to PhD students of IIT Delhi on Brain Wave Signal Processing in various brain disorders
- Thesis and Research Project Guide for DM (Neurology) and MD (Medicine) candidates
- Former Assistant Professor, Department of Neurology, AIIMS New Delhi
Key Achievements
- 25+ years of clinical practice in Neurology
- Pioneer of Sonothrombolysis in acute stroke patients in North India and at Max Super Specialty Hospital
- Among the first in India to study inflammatory genes in stroke patients and IV valproate in status epilepticus
- Presented Europe's largest series of thrombolysed stroke cases from India
- Rated Best (Top) Neurologist Delhi by majority of Google reviewers
- 100% recommendation rate on HexaHealth; 89% patient rating
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Health Excellence Award in Neurology — Best Neurologist, Delhi, India, awarded by the Central Health Minister (December 2016 / January 2017)
- Biography published in WHO's WHO IN THE WORLD, 2006 (New Jersey, USA)
- Best Platform Paper Presentation Award — Indian Academy of Neurology (IAN) 2002 and U.P. Neuracon
- Best Young Teacher Award, 2003
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Neurology
- Indian Medical Association (IMA)
- Indian Academy of Neurology (IAN)
- Neurological Society of India (NSI)
- Indian Epilepsy Society (IES)
- Delhi Neurological Association
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Multiple peer-reviewed publications in indexed journals including Cochrane, The Lancet, Seizure, Brain Research, and Epilepsia on stroke, epilepsy and movement disorders.
- Information on specific publication titles not publicly available in a citable format.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Sonothrombolysis and advanced thrombolysis in acute ischaemic stroke
- Inflammatory genes in stroke patients
- IV valproate in status epilepticus
- Deep brain stimulation outcomes in Parkinson's disease and refractory epilepsy
- Brain wave signal processing (collaborative research with IIT Delhi)
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Neurology Consultation | ₹1,500 – ₹2,500 | $18 – $30 |
| Thrombolysis for Acute Stroke | ₹1,50,000 – ₹3,00,000 | $1,800 – $3,600 |
| Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Surgery | ₹12,00,000 – ₹20,00,000 | $14,400 – $24,000 |
| Botulinum Toxin Injection (per session) | ₹15,000 – ₹60,000 | $180 – $720 |
| Sleep Study / Polysomnography | ₹6,000 – ₹15,000 | $72 – $180 |
| MRI Brain with Contrast | ₹7,000 – ₹15,000 | $85 – $180 |
| Comprehensive Epilepsy Evaluation | ₹25,000 – ₹1,00,000 | $300 – $1,200 |
*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. Puneet Agarwal use in Neurologist treatment?
Dr. Puneet Agarwal uses advanced neurological platforms including sonothrombolysis with transcranial Doppler (TCD), IV thrombolysis protocols, deep brain stimulation (DBS) systems, botulinum toxin injection for movement disorders and spasticity, carotid doppler ultrasound, and polysomnography for sleep disorders. Virtual second opinions are available to international patients through Cancer Rounds.
2. What conditions does Dr. Puneet Agarwal specialize in treating?
Dr. Puneet Agarwal specialises in Neurologist care, treating acute ischaemic stroke, Parkinson's disease, movement disorders, refractory epilepsy, migraine, multiple sclerosis, dementia, Alzheimer's disease, peripheral neuropathy, sleep disorders, post-stroke spasticity, and status epilepticus. He is a trusted stroke and DBS specialist in New Delhi for international patients seeking the best Neurologist doctor in India.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Puneet Agarwal?
Appointments with Dr. Puneet 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. Puneet Agarwal?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Puneet 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. Puneet Agarwal offer second opinions for Neurologist cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients who wish to review their diagnosis or treatment plan with an expert Neurologist specialist in New Delhi, India.
