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Dr. U Meenakshisundaram

Neurologist, Neurosurgeon, Spine Surgeon

Dr. U Meenakshisundaram

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years of experience
DM, MBBS, MD
- India

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    Areas of Expertise

    Dr. U Meenakshisundaram

    Major Conditions Treated

    • Stroke & Cerebrovascular Disease
    • Epilepsy & Seizure Disorders
    • Parkinson's Disease & Movement Disorders
    • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
    • Neuromyelitis Optica (NMO)
    • Headache & Migraine
    • Neuromuscular Diseases & Neuropathy
    • Dementia & Alzheimer's Disease
    • Spine & Nerve Disorders

    Sub-specialties

    • Stroke Management & Neurorehabilitation: Expert in acute stroke thrombolysis, secondary prevention, and long-term neurological rehabilitation — a leading choice for patients seeking best neurologist in Chennai for stroke care.
    • Movement Disorders: Specialised management of Parkinson's disease, tremors, and related disorders; member of the International Association of Parkinsonism and Related Disorders.
    • Neuroimmunology (MS & NMO): Expert in managing multiple sclerosis and neuromyelitis optica — served on the Pan-Asian Advisory Board for NMO in 2010.

    Advanced Procedures & Treatments

    • Brain Mapping (EEG)
    • Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS) & Electromyography (EMG)
    • Botulinum Toxin Therapy (for movement disorders and spasticity)
    • Thrombolysis / Stroke Intervention
    • Lumbar Puncture & CSF Analysis
    • Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Collaboration

    Qualifications & Credentials

    Medical Degrees

    • MBBS — Madurai Kamaraj University (Madurai Medical College), 1988
    • MD — General Medicine, The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University (TNMGRMU), 1993
    • DM — Neurology, Madras Medical College, Chennai, 1997

    Fellowships & Special Training

    • FAAN — Fellow, American Academy of Neurology
    • FIAN — Fellow, Indian Academy of Neurology
    • FRCP — Fellow, Royal College of Physicians, Edinburgh
    • FRCP — Fellow, Royal College of Physicians, Glasgow
    • FPRD — Fellow, International Association of Parkinsonism & Related Disorders
    • FMDSI — Fellow, Movement Disorders Society of India

    Certifications & Accreditations

    • Tamil Nadu Medical Council Registration No. 44867
    • Secretary — Indian Academy of Neurology
    • Pan-Asian Advisory Board Member — Neuromyelitis Optica, 2010
    • Peer Reviewer — Elsevier Publications, 2016

    Professional Experience

    Current Affiliation

    • Apollo Speciality Hospitals, Teynampet, Chennai — Senior Consultant, Neurology (Present)
    • MGM Healthcare, Chennai — Senior Consultant Neurologist (Present)

    Past Affiliations

    • Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai — Senior Consultant, Neurology (2016–2019)
    • Sri Ramachandra Medical College & Research Institute, Porur, Chennai — Professor of Neurology & Senior Consultant (2006–2016)
    • SIMS Hospital, Vadapalani, Chennai — Senior Consultant (Past)

    Academic & Research Roles

    • Professor of Neurology — Sri Ramachandra University, Chennai
    • Pan-Asian Advisory Board Member — Neuromyelitis Optica (2010)
    • Peer Reviewer — Elsevier Publications (2016)
    • Secretary — Indian Academy of Neurology

    Key Achievements

    • 35+ years of clinical neurology practice
    • 'Inspiring Neurologist of India' Award — Economic Times, 2018
    • C.V. Chari Prize and Medal for Neurology — Madras Medical College, 1996
    • 'Vocational Excellence' Award — Rotary Club of Madras Chennapatna, 2016
    • Delivered the 'Gemini Ganesan Oration' — IMA Kodambakkam, 2011
    • Delivered lecture at Dr. Balaparameshwar Rao Symposium — AP NEUROCON, 2016

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