Vijaya Hospital, Chennai – India
About Dr. Deepak Arjundas
Dr. Deepak Arjundas is a Senior Consultant Neurologist with over 19 years of clinical experience, specialising in epilepsy management across special populations (children, elderly, women, comorbid HIV, post-trauma, status epilepticus), migraine, stroke and general neurology, with a remarkable track record in complex epilepsy cases.
- 19+ years of clinical experience in neurology and epileptology
- MBBS, MD, DM, Diploma and Fellowship credentials in Neurology and allied specialties
- Senior Consultant Neurologist at a leading 340-bed Chennai multi-specialty hospital founded in 1972
- Co-editor (with Dr Rajiv Anand) of "Epilepsy in Special Population: Clinical Pearls" published by a leading Indian medical publisher — a key reference for managing epilepsy across children, elderly, adolescents, women, HIV co-morbid patients and status epilepticus
- Active medical writer on Remote Electrical Neuromodulation for migraine; expert in attention to detail, accurate diagnosis and empathetic patient care
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Vijaya Hospital, Chennai
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Indian medical college
- MD (General Medicine) — Indian medical institution
- DM (Neurology) — Indian medical institution
- Diploma — Allied Specialty
Fellowships & Special Training
- Fellowship in Neurology / Epileptology
- Specialised training in Epilepsy Management Across Special Populations
- Specialised training in Status Epilepticus Management
- Specialised training in Paediatric Epilepsy
- Specialised training in Epilepsy in Women
- Specialised training in Epilepsy in HIV and Post-Trauma Patients
- Specialised training in Migraine and Remote Electrical Neuromodulation
- Specialised training in Stroke Management
Certifications & Accreditations
- Tamil Nadu Medical Council Registration
- Indian Academy of Neurology (IAN) — Member
- Indian Epilepsy Society (IES) — Member
- Indian Epilepsy Association (IEA) — Member
- International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE) — Member
- Indian Medical Association (IMA) — Member
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Epilepsy (Generalised, Focal, Refractory)
- Status Epilepticus
- Paediatric Epilepsy
- Epilepsy in Women (including in Pregnancy)
- Epilepsy in Elderly
- Epilepsy in HIV Co-Morbid Patients
- Post-Traumatic Epilepsy
- Migraine & Chronic Headache
- Cluster Headache
- Stroke (Ischaemic & Haemorrhagic)
- Transient Ischaemic Attack (TIA)
- Parkinson's Disease
- Movement Disorders
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Peripheral Neuropathy
- Myasthenia Gravis
- Dementia & Alzheimer's Disease
Sub-specialties
- Epileptology & Special Populations: Co-editor of a landmark Indian epilepsy textbook covering children, elderly, women, HIV and post-trauma patients — a leading Neurology and Epileptology specialist in Chennai, India.
- Status Epilepticus Management: Refractory and super-refractory status epilepticus — trusted as the best Neurologist doctor in India for complex epilepsy.
- Migraine & Headache Medicine: Remote Electrical Neuromodulation and chronic headache management.
- Stroke Neurology: Acute ischaemic stroke management.
- General Neurology: Movement disorders, dementia and neuropathies.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- EEG (Electroencephalogram)
- Video EEG Monitoring
- EMG / Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS)
- MRI Brain & Advanced Neuroimaging Interpretation
- CSF Analysis & Lumbar Puncture
- Epilepsy Surgery Evaluation
- Status Epilepticus Management
- Botulinum Toxin Injection (Chronic Migraine, Dystonia)
- Remote Electrical Neuromodulation (REN) for Migraine
- Stroke Thrombolysis
- Mechanical Thrombectomy Referral
- Anti-Epileptic Drug Management (Including in Pregnancy)
- Migraine Preventive Therapy
- Parkinson's & Movement Disorder Management
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Senior Consultant Neurologist — Vijaya Hospital, Vadapalani, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India (Present)
Past Affiliations
- Consultant Neurologist — Apollo Hospital, India
- Consultant Neurologist — Egmore, Chennai, India
- DM Trainee in Neurology — Indian medical institution
- MD Trainee in General Medicine — Indian medical institution
Academic & Research Roles
- Co-Editor (with Dr Rajiv Anand) of "Epilepsy in Special Population: Clinical Pearls" — Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers
- Active medical writer for the Deccan Herald on Remote Electrical Neuromodulation for migraine
- Speaker at national epilepsy and neurology conferences
- Active member of IAN, IES, IEA and ILAE
- Mentor of junior neurology trainees
Key Achievements
- 19+ years of clinical experience in neurology and epileptology
- Co-Editor of a landmark Jaypee Brothers epilepsy textbook
- Active medical writer for major Indian publications
- Remarkable track record in special epilepsy cases
- Senior Consultant at a leading 340-bed Chennai multi-specialty hospital
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Co-Editor of "Epilepsy in Special Population: Clinical Pearls" — Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers
- Active medical writer for major Indian publications including the Deccan Herald
- Recognition for remarkable track record in complex epilepsy cases
Professional Memberships
- Indian Academy of Neurology (IAN)
- Indian Epilepsy Society (IES)
- Indian Epilepsy Association (IEA)
- International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE)
- Indian Medical Association (IMA)
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Anand R, Arjundas D, et al. "Epilepsy in Special Population: Clinical Pearls." Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers.
- Arjundas D. "Remote Electrical Neuromodulation for Migraine Relief." Deccan Herald.
- Multiple research papers and articles on epilepsy and migraine management.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Epilepsy management in special populations
- Status epilepticus protocols
- Remote Electrical Neuromodulation for migraine
- Anti-epileptic drug management in pregnancy
- Stroke neurology
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Neurology Consultation | ₹800 – ₹2,000 | $10 – $24 |
| EEG (Electroencephalogram) | ₹1,500 – ₹5,000 | $18 – $60 |
| Video EEG Monitoring (per day) | ₹5,000 – ₹15,000 | $60 – $180 |
| EMG / Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS) | ₹2,500 – ₹8,000 | $30 – $96 |
| MRI Brain | ₹5,500 – ₹15,000 | $66 – $180 |
| CSF Analysis & Lumbar Puncture | ₹3,500 – ₹8,000 | $42 – $96 |
| Epilepsy Surgery Evaluation | ₹30,000 – ₹80,000 | $360 – $960 |
| Botulinum Toxin Injection (for Migraine, Dystonia) | ₹15,000 – ₹40,000 | $180 – $480 |
| Stroke Thrombolysis | ₹30,000 – ₹1,00,000 | $360 – $1,200 |
| Mechanical Thrombectomy | ₹5,00,000 – ₹10,00,000 | $6,000 – $12,000 |
*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. Deepak Arjundas use in Neurology and Epileptology treatment?
Dr. Deepak Arjundas uses cutting-edge neurology techniques including EEG (electroencephalogram), video EEG monitoring, EMG/nerve conduction studies (NCS), MRI brain and advanced neuroimaging interpretation, CSF analysis and lumbar puncture, epilepsy surgery evaluation, status epilepticus management, botulinum toxin injection for chronic migraine and dystonia, Remote Electrical Neuromodulation (REN) for migraine, stroke thrombolysis, mechanical thrombectomy referral, anti-epileptic drug management (including in pregnancy), migraine preventive therapy and Parkinson's/movement disorder management. Virtual consultations and remote second opinions are available to international patients through Cancer Rounds.
2. What conditions does Dr. Deepak Arjundas specialize in treating?
Dr. Deepak Arjundas is a specialist Neurologist treating epilepsy (generalised, focal, refractory), status epilepticus, paediatric epilepsy, epilepsy in women (including in pregnancy), epilepsy in elderly, epilepsy in HIV co-morbid patients, post-traumatic epilepsy, migraine and chronic headache, cluster headache, stroke (ischaemic and haemorrhagic), transient ischaemic attack (TIA), Parkinson's disease, movement disorders, multiple sclerosis, peripheral neuropathy, myasthenia gravis, and dementia/Alzheimer's disease. International patients seek him as a leading Neurology and Epileptology specialist in Chennai, India.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Deepak Arjundas?
Appointments with Dr. Deepak Arjundas 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. Deepak Arjundas?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Deepak Arjundas, 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. Deepak Arjundas offer second opinions for Neurology and Epileptology cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations with Dr. Deepak Arjundas can be arranged through Cancer Rounds — especially valuable for international patients evaluating refractory epilepsy, status epilepticus, epilepsy in special populations (children, women, elderly, HIV co-morbid, post-trauma) or migraine management with a Jaypee-published Neurology and Epileptology specialist in Chennai, India.
