Sparsh Super Speciality Hospital, Infantry Road – India
About Dr. Amit Kulkarni
Dr. Amit Kulkarni is a Senior Consultant Neurologist and Stroke Specialist with over 19 years of medical experience and a unique combined expertise in neurology, stroke, and neurosonology. As a leading Neurology specialist Bangalore, he is among the few practising Indian neurologists trained at the National University Hospital, Singapore, with American Society of Neuroimaging certification and an Executive Committee Member position with the Indian Stroke Association.
- 19+ years of medical and neurology experience
- National Proctor for Transcranial Doppler in India
- Executive Committee Member — Indian Stroke Association
- 15+ research publications and several book chapters
- Senior Consultant & Lead — Neurology and Stroke, Sakra World Hospital, Bangalore
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS), Hubli/Bangalore, 2004
- MD (General Medicine) — M.S. Ramaiah Medical College, Bangalore, 2008
- DM (Neurology) — G.B. Pant Hospital / Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi, 2013
Fellowships & Special Training
- Clinical Fellowship in Stroke and Neurosonology — National University Hospital, Singapore, 2015 (under Prof. V. K. Sharma)
- Comprehensive Certification in Neurosonology — American Society of Neuroimaging, USA
- National Proctor — Transcranial Doppler Training in India
- Specialised training in Carotid Duplex and Transcranial Doppler
Certifications & Accreditations
- Karnataka Medical Council Registration No. 69154 (since 2004)
- American Society of Neuroimaging — Comprehensive Certification in Neurosonology
- Indian Academy of Neurology — Member
- World Stroke Organization — Member
- Indian Stroke Association — Executive Committee Member
- Indian Epilepsy Association (IEA) — Member
- Society of Neurosonology — Member
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Stroke (Ischemic and Hemorrhagic)
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
- Epilepsy and Seizure Disorders
- Headaches and Migraines
- Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders
- Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia
- Multiple Sclerosis and Demyelinating Disorders
- Peripheral Neuropathy
- Neuromuscular Disorders
- Brain and Spinal Cord Injuries
- Neuroinfections
- Sleep Disorders
- Vertigo and Balance Disorders
- Fibromyalgia
Sub-specialties
- Stroke and Neurosonology: Acute stroke management with thrombolysis and mechanical thrombectomy — patients seeking the best Neurology doctor India for stroke in Bangalore consult Dr. Kulkarni.
- Transcranial Doppler and Carotid Duplex: National Proctor for Transcranial Doppler — among a handful of practising Indian neurologists with this advanced ultrasound expertise.
- Epilepsy and Seizure Disorders: EEG and Video EEG monitoring for seizure evaluation.
- Movement Disorders and Neurodegenerative Diseases: Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and complex movement disorders.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Acute Stroke Management with IV Thrombolysis
- Mechanical Thrombectomy Coordination
- Transcranial Doppler (TCD) Ultrasound
- Carotid Duplex Ultrasound
- Comprehensive Neurosonology Studies
- Stroke Rehabilitation and Secondary Prevention
- EEG and Video EEG Monitoring
- Neurocritical Care for Acute Neurological Emergencies
- Deep Brain Stimulation (Pre-Surgical Neurology Workup)
- Migraine, Headache, and Pain Management
- Sleep Disorder Evaluation
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Senior Consultant & Lead — Neurology and Stroke, Sakra World Hospital, Bangalore (Present)
- Founder and Director — Kulkarni Speciality Care Center Brain & Spine, Banashankari, Bangalore
Past Affiliations
- BGS Gleneagles Global Hospital, Bangalore — Department of Neurology Lead
- National University Hospital, Singapore — Clinical Fellow in Stroke and Neurosonology, 2015
- BGS Global Hospital, Bangalore — Consultant Neurology
- Apollo BGS Hospital, Mysore — Consultant Neurology
- Maulana Azad Medical College and G.B. Pant Hospital, New Delhi — DM Neurology Trainee, 2010–2013
- M.S. Ramaiah Medical College, Bangalore — MD General Medicine Trainee, 2005–2008
- Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS), Bangalore — MBBS Trainee, 1998–2004
Academic & Research Roles
- National Faculty and Invited Speaker at Indian Neurosonology conferences and workshops
- Live Workshop Faculty — Asia Pacific Stroke Conference, Kuala Lumpur (2015) and other international forums
- 15+ research publications and several book chapters
- Trainer of doctors and technicians in transcranial Doppler and neurosonology
Key Achievements
- 19+ years of medical practice; ~12 years as a specialist neurologist
- National Proctor for Transcranial Doppler in India
- Executive Committee Member — Indian Stroke Association
- 15+ research publications and book chapters
- International faculty at the Asia Pacific Stroke Conference, Kuala Lumpur
- American Society of Neuroimaging — Comprehensive Neurosonology Certification
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- American Board Certified in Neurosonology — American Society of Neuroimaging, USA
- National Proctor — Transcranial Doppler in India
- Executive Committee Member — Indian Stroke Association
Professional Memberships
- Indian Academy of Neurology
- World Stroke Organization
- Indian Stroke Association — Executive Committee Member
- Indian Epilepsy Association (IEA)
- Society of Neurosonology
- American Society of Neuroimaging — Certified
- Karnataka Medical Council
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- 15+ peer-reviewed publications and several book chapters on neurology, stroke, and neurosonology (full bibliography available on PubMed and ResearchGate).
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Acute stroke management and thrombolysis
- Transcranial Doppler and neurosonology
- Stroke prevention and rehabilitation
- Epilepsy and seizure disorders
- Parkinson's disease and movement disorders
- International medical tourism in neurology
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Neurology Consultation | ₹500 – ₹1,500 | $6 – $18 |
| Acute Stroke Management with IV Thrombolysis | ₹2,50,000 – ₹6,00,000 | $3,000 – $7,200 |
| Mechanical Thrombectomy (full package) | ₹6,00,000 – ₹15,00,000 | $7,200 – $18,000 |
| Transcranial Doppler (TCD) | ₹4,000 – ₹12,000 | $48 – $144 |
| Carotid Duplex Ultrasound | ₹3,000 – ₹8,000 | $36 – $96 |
| EEG / Video EEG (per session) | ₹3,500 – ₹15,000 | $42 – $180 |
| Neurology Hospital Admission (per day) | ₹15,000 – ₹50,000 | $180 – $600 |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What advanced technologies does Dr. Amit Kulkarni use in Neurology treatment?
Dr. Amit Kulkarni uses acute stroke management with IV thrombolysis and mechanical thrombectomy coordination, transcranial Doppler (TCD) and carotid duplex ultrasound for real-time cerebral blood flow assessment, comprehensive neurosonology studies, EEG and video EEG monitoring, and structured neurocritical care — drawing on his Singapore fellowship and American Society of Neuroimaging certification.
2. What conditions does Dr. Amit Kulkarni specialize in treating?
Dr. Amit Kulkarni specialises in stroke (ischemic and hemorrhagic), TIA, epilepsy and seizure disorders, headaches and migraines, Parkinson's disease and movement disorders, Alzheimer's and dementia, multiple sclerosis, peripheral neuropathy, neuromuscular disorders, brain and spinal cord injuries, neuroinfections, sleep disorders, and vertigo. As a leading Neurology specialist Bangalore, he is widely consulted for stroke and complex neurological cases.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Amit Kulkarni?
Appointments with Dr. Amit Kulkarni 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. Amit Kulkarni?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Amit Kulkarni, 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. Amit Kulkarni offer second opinions for Neurology cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients who wish to review their diagnosis or treatment plan with a Singapore- and US-trained Neurologist and Stroke Specialist in Bangalore, India.
