About Dr. Preetha Purushotaman
Dr. Preetha Purushotaman is a Consultant Neurologist at Fortis Hospital Vadapalani, Chennai, India and Dr. Kamakshi Memorial Hospital Pallikaranai, Chennai, with over 16+ years of clinical experience. Sri Ramachandra University Chennai-trained MBBS (2007), TNMGRMU-trained MD (General Medicine) (2012), and Madras Medical College Chennai-trained DM (Neurology) (2017), she is widely recognised for her expertise in epilepsy, movement disorders, non-invasive stroke management, headache, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, migraine, head injury, muscle weakness, numbness, and neurocritical care — and treats patients aged 2 to 94 years with a calm, reassuring approach.
- 16+ years of experience in neurology and neurocritical care
- DM (Neurology) — Madras Medical College, Chennai, 2017
- MD (General Medicine / Internal Medicine) — TNMGRMU, 2012
- MBBS — Sri Ramachandra University, Chennai, 2007
- Treats patients aged 2-94; multilingual (English, Tamil, Telugu)
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Sri Ramachandra University, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, 2007
- MD (General Medicine / Internal Medicine) — The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University (TNMGRMU), 2012
- DM (Neurology) — Madras Medical College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, 2017
- DNB (Neurology) — National Board of Examinations
Fellowships & Special Training
- Specialised training in Epilepsy Management
- Specialised training in Movement Disorders
- Specialised training in Non-Invasive Stroke Management
- Specialised training in Headache and Migraine
- Specialised training in Parkinson's Disease
- Specialised training in Multiple Sclerosis
- Specialised training in Head Injury Management
- Specialised training in Muscle Weakness and Neuropathy
- Specialised training in Neurocritical Care
- Specialised training in Pediatric Neurology (treats from age 2)
- Specialised training in Geriatric Neurology (treats up to age 94)
Certifications & Accreditations
- Tamil Nadu Medical Council Registration
- Multilingual practice — fluent in English, Tamil, and Telugu
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Epilepsy and Seizure Disorders
- Movement Disorders (Tremor, Dystonia, Chorea, Tics)
- Stroke (Non-Invasive Management)
- Headache and Migraine
- Parkinson's Disease
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Head Injury
- Muscle Weakness and Numbness
- Neuropathies
- Vertigo and Dizziness
- Dementia
- Cerebrovascular Accidents
- Encephalitis
- Meningitis
- Neurocritical Care Conditions
Sub-specialties
- Epilepsy & Seizure Disorders: Madras Medical College DM-trained specialist — making her a sought-after neurologist specialist in Chennai, India.
- Movement Disorders: Specialist in Parkinson's disease, tremor, dystonia.
- Non-Invasive Stroke Management: Specialist in acute stroke care without invasive procedures.
- Headache & Migraine: Specialist in chronic headache and migraine management.
- Multiple Sclerosis: Specialist in MS evaluation and treatment.
- Neurocritical Care: Specialist in ICU-level neurology management.
- Wide-Age Practice: Treats patients aged 2 to 94 — pediatric to geriatric neurology.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Epilepsy Management
- Movement Disorder Treatment
- Non-Invasive Stroke Management
- Headache & Migraine Treatment
- Parkinson's Disease Management
- Multiple Sclerosis Treatment
- Head Injury Management
- Muscle Weakness Workup
- Numbness Evaluation
- Vertigo Treatment
- Dementia Care
- Neurocritical Care
- Pediatric Neurology Consultation (age 2+)
- Geriatric Neurology Consultation (up to age 94)
- Stroke Prevention Counselling
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Fortis Hospital, Vadapalani, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India — Consultant Neurologist (Present)
- Dr. Kamakshi Memorial Hospital, 1, 200 Feet Radial Rd, Pallikaranai, Chennai, India — Consultant Neurologist (Present)
Past Affiliations
- Various reputed neurology departments across Chennai during 16-year career
- Madras Medical College, Chennai, India — DM (Neurology) Resident, 2014–2017
- The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University (TNMGRMU) — MD (General Medicine) Resident, 2009–2012
- Sri Ramachandra University, Chennai, India — MBBS tenure, 2001–2007
Academic & Research Roles
- Madras Medical College Chennai DM (Neurology) — premier Tamil Nadu neurology training
- Continuing medical education in epilepsy, movement disorders, and stroke management
- Active involvement in neurocritical care
- Multilingual practitioner — fluent in English, Tamil, and Telugu
Key Achievements
- 16+ years of clinical experience
- Madras Medical College Chennai DM (Neurology) — premier Indian neurology training
- TNMGRMU MD (General Medicine) — strong internal medicine foundation
- Sri Ramachandra University MBBS — premier Chennai medical institution
- Wide-age practice (2-94 years) — pediatric to geriatric neurology coverage
- Consultant at Fortis Hospital Vadapalani — premier Chennai hospital chain
- Calm, reassuring patient approach
- Multilingual practitioner (English, Tamil, Telugu)
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Information not publicly available regarding specific named awards.
Professional Memberships
- Tamil Nadu Medical Council
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Information not publicly available regarding specific peer-reviewed publications.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Epilepsy and seizure disorders
- Movement disorders and Parkinson's disease
- Non-invasive stroke management
- Migraine and headache outcomes
- Multiple sclerosis management
- Neurocritical care
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Neurology Consultation | ₹800 – ₹2,000 | $10 – $24 |
| Epilepsy Workup & Treatment | ₹15,000 – ₹50,000 | $180 – $600 |
| Stroke Management (Non-Invasive) | ₹35,000 – ₹1,20,000 | $420 – $1,440 |
| Parkinson's Disease Workup | ₹15,000 – ₹50,000 | $180 – $600 |
| Multiple Sclerosis Workup | ₹25,000 – ₹70,000 | $300 – $840 |
| Headache / Migraine Management | ₹2,500 – ₹15,000 | $30 – $180 |
*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. Preetha Purushotaman use in Neurologist treatment?
Dr. Preetha Purushotaman uses advanced epilepsy and movement disorder evaluation platforms, modern non-invasive stroke management protocols, contemporary headache and migraine treatment systems, Madras Medical College Chennai DM-trained evidence-based neurology approaches, and Fortis Hospital-standard neurocritical care infrastructure.
2. What conditions does Dr. Preetha Purushotaman specialize in treating?
Dr. Preetha Purushotaman specialises in epilepsy, movement disorders, non-invasive stroke management, headache, migraine, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, head injury, muscle weakness, numbness, and neurocritical care — making her a sought-after neurologist specialist in Chennai, India and best epilepsy and movement disorder doctor in India treating patients across all age groups (2-94 years).
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Preetha Purushotaman?
Appointments with Dr. Preetha Purushotaman 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. Preetha Purushotaman?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Preetha Purushotaman, including medical visa invitation letters, airport transfers from Chennai International Airport, and local accommodation coordination in Chennai. Her multilingual practice (English, Tamil, Telugu) makes her well-suited to diverse international patients.
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. Preetha Purushotaman offer second opinions for Neurologist cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations with Dr. Preetha Purushotaman can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for international patients seeking expert review of epilepsy, movement disorder, stroke, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, migraine, head injury, muscle weakness, or neurocritical care cases from a Madras Medical College DM-trained Consultant Neurologist at Fortis Hospital Vadapalani Chennai, India with 16+ years of experience.
