Apollo Medics Super Speciality Hospital, Lucknow – India
About Dr. Gopal Poduval
Dr. Gopal Poduval is a Senior Consultant Neurologist at Apollomedics Super Speciality Hospital, Lucknow, with over 32 years of clinical experience and expertise in Parkinson's disease, movement disorders, stroke, neurointensive care, multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, and headache disorders.
- MBBS — AFMC, Pune; MD (Medicine) — AFMC, Pune; DNB (Medicine); DNB (Neurology); Observership in Movement Disorders — National Institute of Neurology, UCL, Queen Square, London
- 32+ years of clinical experience; formerly at Command Hospital Pune, Command Hospital Lucknow, Base Hospital Delhi; Former Neurologist at Narayana Hrudalaya, Global Gleneagles & Virinchi Hospital, Hyderabad; AFMC-trained physician with UCL London observership
- Member — Association of Physicians of India (Life Member); 109+ verified patient recommendations; fluent in English, Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam
OPD Schedule Of Dr. Gopal Poduval
Consultation Fees Rs. 800 /-
Apollo Medics Super Speciality Hospital, Lucknow
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune, Maharashtra, India
- MD (General Medicine) — Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune, Maharashtra, India
- DNB (General Medicine) — National Board of Examinations, New Delhi
- DNB (Neurology) — National Board of Examinations, New Delhi
Fellowships & Special Training
- Observership in Movement Disorders — National Institute of Neurology, UCL, Queen Square, London, United Kingdom
Certifications & Accreditations
- Uttar Pradesh Medical Council Registration — No. 77755
- Association of Physicians of India — Life Member
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Parkinson's Disease & Movement Disorders
- Stroke & Cerebrovascular Disease
- Multiple Sclerosis (MS) & Demyelinating Diseases
- Epilepsy
- Headache & Migraine
- Neurointensive Care
- Peripheral Neuropathy
- Brain Infections (Meningitis, Encephalitis)
- Dementia & Cognitive Disorders
- Neuromuscular Diseases
Sub-specialties
- Parkinson's Disease & Movement Disorders: UCL London Observership–trained in movement disorders; expert in Parkinson's management, tremor, dystonia, and DBS programme support — a leading Parkinson's neurologist Lucknow India at Apollomedics.
- Stroke & Neurointensive Care: AFMC-trained physician with extensive experience in stroke management and neurointensive care — sought as best stroke neurologist Lucknow UP India for acute and chronic cerebrovascular care.
- Multiple Sclerosis & Demyelinating Diseases: Specialist in MS and CNS demyelinating diseases — providing long-term disease-modifying therapy and monitoring — a dedicated MS neurologist Apollomedics Lucknow.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- EEG (Electroencephalography)
- Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS)
- Electromyography (EMG)
- Lumbar Puncture (CSF Analysis)
- Intravenous Immunoglobulin (IVIG) Therapy
- Botulinum Toxin Injections (Movement Disorders)
- Stroke Thrombolysis
- Neurointensive Care Management
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Apollomedics Super Speciality Hospital, LDA Colony, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India — Senior Consultant Neurologist (Present)
Past Affiliations
- Indian Army / Armed Forces Medical Services — Command Hospital, Pune; Command Hospital, Lucknow; Base Hospital, Delhi (long-term military medical service)
- Narayana Hrudalaya Hospital, Hyderabad — Consultant Neurologist (Past)
- Global Gleneagles Hospital, Hyderabad — Consultant Neurologist (Past)
- Poulomi Hospital, Hyderabad — Consultant Neurologist (Past)
- Virinchi Hospital, Hyderabad — Senior Consultant Neurologist (Past)
Key Achievements
- 32+ years of neurology practice; AFMC Pune-trained with UCL London movement disorders observership
- Extensive Armed Forces medical career across multiple Command Hospitals
- 109+ verified patient recommendations at Apollomedics Lucknow
Awards & Recognitions
Professional Memberships
- Association of Physicians of India — Life Member
Research & Publications
Published Papers
- Multiple research papers and workshop participation in neurology (confirmed via Apollomedics and Practo profiles).
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Neurology Consultation | ₹800 – ₹1,200 | $10 – $14 |
| EEG (Standard) | ₹2,500 – ₹5,000 | $30 – $60 |
| NCS / EMG | ₹2,500 – ₹5,000 | $30 – $60 |
| Botulinum Toxin Injection (Movement Disorders) | ₹8,000 – ₹20,000 | $96 – $240 |
| IVIG Therapy (Per Cycle) | ₹30,000 – ₹80,000 | $360 – $960 |
*Indicative estimates only. Contact Cancer Rounds for a personalised quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What advanced technologies does Dr. Gopal Poduval use?
Dr. Gopal Poduval uses EEG, video-EEG, NCS, EMG, Botulinum Toxin for movement disorders, stroke thrombolysis protocols, IVIG therapy, and neurointensive care monitoring. His UCL Queen Square London observership in movement disorders combined with AFMC training positions him among the most comprehensively trained neurologists in Lucknow, India.
2. What conditions does Dr. Gopal Poduval specialise in treating?
Dr. Gopal Poduval specialises in Parkinson's disease, stroke, multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, headache, neurointensive care, peripheral neuropathy, and brain infections. International patients seeking the best neurologist in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India consult him for complex neurological conditions.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Gopal Poduval?
Appointments with Dr. Gopal Poduval 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. Gopal Poduval?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients, 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. Gopal Poduval offer second opinions for neurology cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients wishing to review their neurological diagnosis or treatment plan with an expert neurologist in Lucknow, India.
