PACE Hospitals, Hyderabad – India
About Dr. Sandhya Manorenj
Prof. Dr. Sandhya Manorenj is Chief Neurologist at PACE Hospitals, HiTech City, Hyderabad, and Professor & Head of Neurology at Deccan College of Medical Sciences (DCMS) — with 24+ years of experience, FRCP (London), FEBN, MRCP (UK) Neurology SCE, DNB (Gold Medal — National Topper 2004), and a Dr G. Arjundas–K. Jagannathan Award for best paper in Stroke at IAN Conference 2019 — specialising in stroke, movement disorders, sleep medicine, and neurorehabilitation.
- 24+ years of clinical experience; FRCP (London); FEBN (Fellow of the European Board of Neurology); MRCP (UK) Neurology SCE; DNB Neurology; Dr Sam G P Moses Gold Medal — National Topper DNB General Medicine 2004; AP Medical Council Reg. No. 53063
- MBBS — Trivandrum Medical College (1998); DNB General Medicine — Choithram Hospital Indore (Gold Medal, 2004); DNB Neurology — Apollo Health City Hyderabad (2009); MRCP (UK) Neurology SCE; FEBN; FRCP (London)
- Past: Head, Dept of Neurology, ESIC Super Specialty Hospital/ESIC Medical College (2011–2018); Junior Consultant — Apollo Health City, Hyderabad (2009–2010); Consultant — Image Hospital, Hyderabad (2010–2011)
- Award: Dr G. Arjundas–K. Jagannathan Award — Best Paper in Stroke, IAN Annual Conference 2019
- Member: IAN, Movement Disorder Society of India, Stroke Subsection IAN, IMA
OPD Schedule Of Dr. Sandhya Manorenj
Consultation Fees Rs. 600 /-
Pace Hospital, Hyderabad
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Trivandrum Medical College, Kerala, 1998
- DNB — General Medicine (Gold Medal — National Topper), Choithram Hospital and Research Institute, Indore, 2004
- DNB — Neurology, Apollo Institute of Medical Sciences (Apollo Health City), Hyderabad, 2009
- MRCP (UK) — Neurology Specialty Certificate Examination (SCE)
- FEBN — Fellow of the European Board of Neurology
- FRCP — Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians, London
Fellowships & Special Training
- FNR — Fellowship in Neurorehabilitation
- Specialist training in Stroke Thrombolysis — Apollo Health City (JCI accredited for stroke)
- Botulinum Toxin Training — movement disorders and focal dystonia
Certifications & Accreditations
- Andhra Pradesh Medical Council Registration No. 53063
- Member — Indian Academy of Neurology (IAN)
- Member — Stroke Subsection of Indian Academy of Neurology
- Member — Movement Disorder Society of India
- Member — Indian Medical Association (IMA)
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Stroke (Ischaemic — Thrombolysis; Haemorrhagic — ICH)
- Parkinson's Disease & Movement Disorders
- Multiple Sclerosis & Demyelinating Disorders
- Epilepsy (Adult & Childhood)
- Headache, Migraine & Facial Pain
- Sleep Disorders (Sleep Apnoea, Insomnia, RLS)
- Neuromuscular Disorders (GBS, MG, Neuropathy)
- Autoimmune Encephalitis
Sub-specialties
- Stroke Neurology (Thrombolysis) & Neurorehabilitation: Apollo Health City-trained (JCI organ-specific stroke accreditation) stroke thrombolysis specialist and neurorehabilitation fellowship holder — a leading stroke neurologist in Hyderabad. Recipient of the Dr G. Arjundas–K. Jagannathan Award for Best Paper in Stroke (IAN Annual Conference 2019) and FRCP (London)-qualified — at PACE Hospitals, HiTech City.
- Movement Disorders & Botulinum Toxin: Expert in Parkinson's disease, vascular parkinsonism, essential tremor, Wilson's disease, and botulinum toxin administration for focal dystonia and spasticity — a specialist movement disorder neurologist in Hyderabad with European Board of Neurology (FEBN) certification.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Stroke Thrombolysis (IV tPA)
- Neurorehabilitation Protocols (FNR-trained)
- Botulinum Toxin Therapy (Focal Dystonia, Spasticity, Migraine)
- EEG & Video-EEG Monitoring
- Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS) / EMG
- Sleep Study (Polysomnography)
- Neurointensive Care Management
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- PACE Hospitals, HiTech City, Hyderabad — Chief Neurologist & Senior Consultant (Present)
- Deccan College of Medical Sciences (DCMS), Hyderabad — Professor & Head of Neurology (Present)
- Princess Esra Hospital, Old City, Hyderabad — Consultant Neurologist (Present)
Past Affiliations
- ESIC Super Specialty Hospital / ESIC Medical College, Hyderabad — Superspecialist & Head, Dept of Neurology; Associate Professor (2011–2018)
- Image Hospital, Hyderabad — Consultant Neurologist (2010–2011)
- Apollo Institute of Medical Sciences (Apollo Health City), Hyderabad — Junior Consultant Neurologist (2009–2010); Senior Registrar (2008); Registrar Neurology (2005–2008)
- Choithram Hospital & Research Centre, Indore — DNB General Medicine Resident; ICU Intensivist (2001–2005)
Academic & Research Roles
- Professor & Head of Neurology — Deccan College of Medical Sciences (DCMS), Hyderabad
- Multiple research publications in national and international neurology journals
- Active YouTube channel (Dr Sandhya Manorenj) for neurology patient education
- Listed on Google Scholar and ResearchGate
Key Achievements
- 24+ years of clinical neurology practice
- FRCP — Fellow, Royal College of Physicians, London
- FEBN — Fellow, European Board of Neurology
- MRCP (UK) — Neurology Specialty Certificate Examination
- DNB General Medicine Gold Medal — National Topper (Dr Sam G P Moses Gold Medal), 2004
- Dr G. Arjundas–K. Jagannathan Award — Best Paper in Stroke, IAN Annual Conference 2019
- Professor & Head of Neurology — Deccan College of Medical Sciences
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Dr Sam G P Moses Gold Medal: National Topper, DNB General Medicine, 2004
- Dr G. Arjundas–K. Jagannathan Award: Best Paper in Stroke, Indian Academy of Neurology (IAN) Annual Conference, 2019
Professional Memberships
- Indian Academy of Neurology (IAN)
- Stroke Subsection of IAN
- Movement Disorder Society of India
- Indian Medical Association (IMA)
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Multiple publications in national and international neurology journals — available on Google Scholar (Sandhya Manorenj) and ResearchGate. Research spans stroke management, movement disorders, demyelinating disease, and neurointensive care.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Stroke thrombolysis and neurorehabilitation outcomes in Hyderabad
- Movement disorders — Parkinson's disease, vascular parkinsonism, Wilson's disease
- Demyelinating disorders — multiple sclerosis and NMOSD management
- Sleep medicine and sleep disorders in neurology
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Neurology Consultation | ₹800 – ₹1,500 | $10 – $18 |
| EEG / Video-EEG | ₹2,000 – ₹8,000 | $24 – $96 |
| NCS / EMG | ₹3,000 – ₹8,000 | $36 – $96 |
| Botulinum Toxin Therapy (per session) | ₹12,000 – ₹35,000 | $144 – $420 |
| Stroke Thrombolysis / Neurointensive Care | ₹30,000 – ₹1,00,000+ | $360 – $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. Sandhya Manorenj use in Neurology treatment?
Dr. Sandhya Manorenj employs stroke thrombolysis (IV tPA), neurointensive care, botulinum toxin therapy, EEG, NCS/EMG, sleep studies, and neurorehabilitation protocols. Her FRCP (London), FEBN, MRCP (UK) Neurology SCE, and Best Stroke Paper Award at IAN 2019 reflect internationally recognised expertise. She leads the Neurology Department at Deccan College of Medical Sciences and PACE Hospitals, HiTech City, Hyderabad.
2. What conditions does Dr. Sandhya Manorenj specialize in treating?
Dr. Sandhya Manorenj specialises in stroke, Parkinson's disease, movement disorders, multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, migraine, sleep disorders, autoimmune encephalitis, and neuromuscular disorders. International patients seeking the best neurologist in Hyderabad consult her at PACE Hospitals, HiTech City.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Sandhya Manorenj?
Appointments with Dr. Sandhya Manorenj 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. Sandhya Manorenj?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Sandhya Manorenj, 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. Sandhya Manorenj offer second opinions for Neurology cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients who wish to review their neurological diagnosis with an FRCP (London), FEBN, MRCP (UK) qualified stroke and movement disorder specialist at PACE Hospitals, HiTech City, Hyderabad.
