Dr Geetha Lakshmipathy

Dr. Geetha Lakshmipathy holds an MBBS, MD in General Medicine, and DM in Neurology. With over 34 years of experience in neurology, she is one of the most senior and reputed neurologists in Chennai, having served as professor and Head of Neurology at Madras Medical College.

She treats a wide range of neurological conditions, including stroke, epilepsy, Parkinson's disease, dementia, multiple sclerosis, migraines, peripheral neuropathy, ALS, CNS infections, sleep disorders, vertigo, and movement disorders, among others.

You can book an appointment with Dr. Geetha Lakshmipathy through Cancer Rounds.

Yes. Dr. Lakshmipathy is fluent in English, Hindi, and Tamil, making her accessible to a diverse patient population, including Tamil-speaking patients, Hindi-speaking patients from North India, and international patients.

Dr. Lakshmipathy has extensive experience in epilepsy management, including intractable epilepsy. She was instrumental in setting up a computerized epilepsy clinic at Government General Hospital, Chennai, which enabled systematic follow-up and significantly improved outcomes for hundreds of epilepsy patients. She also participated in a multicentric drug trial for Clobazam in intractable seizures.

Yes. Stroke management is a core area of Dr. Lakshmipathy's expertise. She was involved in establishing the Stroke Ward at Government General Hospital, Chennai, and regularly speaks and chairs sessions on stroke care for general practitioners and specialists alike.

Yes. She has an active research background, including published papers and presentations on topics such as Vitamin D in neurological disorders, leptospirosis, ALS, mitochondrial cytopathies, and neurological complications of systemic diseases. She is currently conducting a retrospective study on the role of Vitamin D in neurological conditions and is planning a study on Edaravone in ALS.

Absolutely, Dr. Lakshmipathy's multilingual skills and Cancer Rounds dedicated International Patient Services make the process seamless. Pre-treatment virtual consultations can be arranged, and the hospital provides support for medical visas, accommodation, and airport transfers.

Dr. Lakshmipathy's credentials include over 34 years of clinical experience, a distinguished academic career as HOD of Neurology at Madras Medical College, active membership in the Indian Academy of Neurology and American Academy of Neurology, the prestigious FIAMS fellowship, and a patient-centric approach that combines deep clinical expertise with compassionate, individualized care.

Yes. Movement disorders, including Parkinson's disease, are a significant part of her clinical practice. She has attended specialized movement disorder courses (including the FINE Weekend Movement Disorder Course, Bangalore 2017), conducted community talks on Parkinson's disease, and participated in teleconferences with international physicians on the condition.