Institute of Neurosciences, Kolkata – India
About Dr. Jayanta R
Dr. Jayanta Roy is Director & Head of Neurology and Advisor for Academics and Research at Manipal Hospitals (AMRI), Mukundapur, Kolkata, with 30+ years of experience, Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (FRCP, London), Fellowship in Cerebrovascular Diseases from University of Calgary, Canada, specialist in acute stroke, young stroke, Moyamoya disease, rare stroke aetiologies, neurosonology, and clinical research in stroke and vascular biology.
- 30+ years of specialised experience in Neurology, Stroke, and Cerebrovascular Medicine
- MBBS — Calcutta National Medical College (1991); MD — SCB Medical College, Cuttack (1997); DM — Bangur Institute of Neurosciences / IPGMER, Calcutta University (2001); Fellowship Cerebrovascular Diseases — University of Calgary, Canada; FRCP — London
- Expert in acute stroke management, young stroke, Moyamoya disease, stroke imaging, neurosonology, and secondary stroke prevention
- Director & Head — Neurology, Manipal Hospitals (AMRI), Mukundapur; Advisor Academics and Research, Manipal Hospitals Eastern Region
- Member — AAN, IAN, ISA, American Stroke Association, World Stroke Organization, European Stroke Organisation; West Bengal Medical Council Reg. No. 50207; 99% recommendation rate
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Calcutta National Medical College (National Medical College), University of Calcutta, 1991
- MD (General Medicine) — S.C.B. Medical College, Cuttack, Utkal University, 1997
- DM (Neurology) — Bangur Institute of Neurosciences / IPGMER (SSKM Hospital), University of Calcutta, 2001
Fellowships & Special Training
- Fellowship in Cerebrovascular Diseases and Stroke Neurology — University of Calgary, Canada
- FRCP — Fellow, Royal College of Physicians, London
- American Society of Neuroimaging — Certification in Neurosonology
Certifications & Accreditations
- American Academy of Neurology (AAN) — Member
- Indian Academy of Neurology (IAN) — Member
- Indian Stroke Association (ISA) — Member
- American Stroke Association — Member
- World Stroke Organization — Member
- European Stroke Organisation — Member
- West Bengal Medical Council — Registration No. 50207
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Acute Ischaemic & Haemorrhagic Stroke
- Young Stroke
- Moyamoya Disease
- Rare Stroke Aetiologies (Carotid Web, Vasculitis)
- TIA (Transient Ischaemic Attack)
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Atrial Fibrillation & Cardioembolic Stroke
- Epilepsy
- Parkinson's Disease
- General Neurological Conditions
Sub-specialties
- Cerebrovascular Disease & Stroke: Fellowship-trained at University of Calgary (Canada); FRCP (London); specialist in acute stroke management, neurosonology, stroke imaging, and clinical research in stroke and vascular biology — a leading Neurologist and Stroke Specialist in Kolkata for best cerebrovascular neurology in Eastern India.
- Young Stroke & Rare Aetiologies: Expert in managing young stroke associated with Moyamoya disease, Carotid Web, vasculitis, and other rare causes of cerebrovascular events.
- Neurosonology: Certified by American Society of Neuroimaging in Neurosonology — specialist in carotid duplex and transcranial Doppler (TCD) for stroke evaluation.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- IV Thrombolysis (tPA) for Acute Ischaemic Stroke
- Stroke Unit Protocol Management
- Neurosonology (Carotid Duplex, TCD)
- Stroke Imaging Evaluation (MRI DWI, CTA, MRA)
- Secondary Stroke Prevention Strategies
- EEG Interpretation
- Neurological ICU Management
- Clinical Research in Stroke (Regulatory Trials)
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Manipal Hospitals (AMRI Hospitals), Mukundapur, Kolkata — Director & Head, Neurology; Advisor, Academics and Research, Manipal Hospitals Eastern Region (Present)
- Institute of Neurosciences Kolkata (I-NK) — Senior Neurologist & Stroke Specialist (Past / Visiting)
Past Affiliations
- AMRI Neurosciences Center, Mukundapur, Kolkata — Director and Head, Dept of Neuromedicine (August 2015–2020)
- Apollo Gleneagles Hospitals, Kolkata — Senior Consultant, Stroke and General Neurology (April 2012–July 2015)
- National Neurosciences Centre, Kolkata — Consultant Neurologist (April–October 2005)
- AMRI Hospitals, Kolkata — Neurologist (November 2005–December 2011)
- University of Calgary, Canada — Cerebrovascular Diseases Fellowship
Key Achievements
- 30+ years of clinical experience in Neurology and Stroke Medicine
- FRCP (London) and Fellowship in Cerebrovascular Diseases — University of Calgary, Canada
- Director & Head of Neurology — Manipal Hospitals (AMRI), Mukundapur
- Diagnosed rare Carotid Web in a patient who had been misdiagnosed for 1.5 years (recent case)
- 99% patient recommendation rate (HexaHealth verified)
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- FRCP — Fellow, Royal College of Physicians, London
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Neurology (AAN)
- Indian Academy of Neurology (IAN)
- Indian Stroke Association (ISA)
- American Stroke Association
- World Stroke Organization
- European Stroke Organisation
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Clinical and translational research focused on stroke and vascular biology (multiple publications; specific titles not all publicly listed).
- Research in young stroke, Moyamoya disease, and rare stroke aetiologies.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Acute stroke management and thrombolysis
- Young stroke and rare cerebrovascular aetiologies
- Neurosonology and stroke imaging
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Neurology / Stroke Consultation | ₹1,000 – ₹2,000 | $12 – $24 |
| Acute Stroke Management (per admission) | ₹1,50,000 – ₹4,00,000 | $1,800 – $4,800 |
| Neurosonology (TCD / Carotid Duplex) | ₹3,000 – ₹8,000 | $36 – $96 |
| EEG | ₹2,500 – ₹7,000 | $30 – $84 |
| Comprehensive Stroke Evaluation | ₹5,000 – ₹15,000 | $60 – $180 |
*Indicative estimates only. Actual costs subject to hospital pricing, case complexity, and insurance. Contact Cancer Rounds for a personalised quote.
