Gleneagles Global Hospital, Chennai – India
About Dr.V.Murugan
Dr. V. Murugan is a Senior Consultant Paediatric Neurologist at Gleneagles Global Hospital, Chennai, with over 30 years of clinical experience including 12 years in the UK — a trusted best Paediatric Neurologist doctor in India for childhood epilepsy, cerebral palsy, autism, ADHD, and neurodevelopmental disorders. He holds CCT-UK in Paediatric Neurology and previously served as Consultant Paediatric Neurologist at Great Ormond Street Children's Hospital, London.
- 30+ years of combined clinical experience including 12 years in the UK (including Great Ormond Street Children's Hospital, London)
- MRCPCH (UK) and CCT-UK in Paediatric Neurology
- MD (Paediatrics) from MGM Medical College, Indore; MBBS from Thanjavur Medical College / Bharathidasan University (1992)
- Tamil Nadu Medical Council Reg. No. 50744
- Member — American Epilepsy Society, European Paediatric Neurology Society, British Paediatric Neurology Association, RCPCH UK, GMC UK
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Thanjavur Medical College (Bharathidasan University), Tamil Nadu, 1992
- MD (Paediatrics) — MGM Medical College, Indore, 1996
- MRCPCH — Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, London, UK, 2000
- CCT-UK (Certificate of Completion of Training) — Paediatric Neurology, UK
Fellowships & Special Training
- UK Paediatric Training — Bristol, Southampton, and London
- UK Paediatric Neurology Training — Great Ormond Street Children's Hospital, London
Certifications & Accreditations
- Tamil Nadu Medical Council Registration No. 50744 (1992)
- Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH), UK — Member
- General Medical Council (GMC), UK — Registered Practitioner
- Indian Academy of Paediatrics (IAP) — Member
- Indian Medical Association (IMA) — Member
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Childhood Epilepsy (Special Interest)
- Paediatric Headaches & Migraine
- Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Cerebral Palsy
- Acquired Brain Injury in Children
- Muscular Dystrophies
- Paediatric Stroke
- Intellectual Disability & Developmental Delay
- Neuroinfections & Neuroinflammatory Disorders in Children
Sub-specialties
- Paediatric Epilepsy: Special interest in childhood and adolescent epilepsy — a trusted Paediatric Neurologist specialist in Chennai for complex drug-resistant childhood epilepsy.
- Paediatric Neurodevelopmental Disorders: Extensive expertise in autism, ADHD, intellectual disability, and developmental delay — a best Paediatric Neurologist doctor in India with UK training for neurodevelopmental care.
- Paediatric Neurorehabilitation: Expert in cerebral palsy, acquired brain injury, and muscular dystrophy care.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Comprehensive Paediatric Neurological Evaluation
- Childhood Epilepsy Drug Management & Video EEG
- Autism & ADHD Multidisciplinary Assessment
- Cerebral Palsy Multidisciplinary Care
- Paediatric Headache Management
- Muscular Dystrophy Management
- Neurodevelopmental Assessment
- Paediatric Stroke Care
- Neuroinfection Management
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Consultant — Paediatric Neurology, Gleneagles Global Hospital, Perumbakkam, Chennai (Present)
- Consultant — Kamakshi Memorial Hospital, Chennai (Present)
- Consultant — Chennai Children's Speciality Clinic, Adyar, Chennai (Present)
Past Affiliations
- Great Ormond Street Children's Hospital, London, UK — Consultant Paediatric Neurologist (Past)
- 12 years of UK practice as Paediatrician and Paediatric Neurologist (Bristol, Southampton, London)
Academic & Research Roles
- Paper presentations at American Epilepsy Society, European Paediatric Neurology Society, and British Paediatric Neurology Association conferences
Key Achievements
- 30+ years of combined clinical experience
- 12 years of UK practice, including consultancy at Great Ormond Street Children's Hospital, London
- CCT-UK and MRCPCH qualifications from the UK
- International conference presentations across USA, Europe, and UK
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Information not publicly available for named awards.
Professional Memberships
- American Epilepsy Society
- European Paediatric Neurology Society
- British Paediatric Neurology Association
- Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH), UK
- General Medical Council (GMC), UK
- Indian Academy of Paediatrics (IAP)
- Indian Medical Association (IMA)
- Tamil Nadu Medical Council
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Scientific papers presented at American Epilepsy Society, European Paediatric Neurology Society, and British Paediatric Neurology Association conferences — Information not publicly available for complete bibliographic citations.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Childhood and adolescent epilepsy
- Autism spectrum disorders and ADHD
- Cerebral palsy multidisciplinary care
- Paediatric stroke and acquired brain injury
- Muscular dystrophies and intellectual disability
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Paediatric Neurology Consultation | ₹1,000 – ₹2,500 | $12 – $30 |
| EEG / Video EEG | ₹3,000 – ₹10,000 | $36 – $120 |
| Childhood Epilepsy Management Package | ₹15,000 – ₹40,000 | $180 – $480 |
| Autism / ADHD Multidisciplinary Assessment | ₹10,000 – ₹30,000 | $120 – $360 |
| Cerebral Palsy Care Programme (per month) | ₹25,000 – ₹75,000 | $300 – $900 |
| Neurodevelopmental Evaluation | ₹8,000 – ₹25,000 | $96 – $300 |
*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. V. Murugan use in Neurologist treatment?
Dr. V. Murugan uses modern paediatric neurological evaluation tools including Video EEG for childhood epilepsy, structured neurodevelopmental assessments for autism and ADHD, multidisciplinary cerebral palsy care, and evidence-based paediatric headache and muscular dystrophy management. Virtual consultations are available for international patients through Cancer Rounds.
2. What conditions does Dr. V. Murugan specialize in treating?
Dr. V. Murugan is a specialist Paediatric Neurologist in Chennai who treats childhood epilepsy, paediatric headaches, autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, cerebral palsy, acquired brain injury, muscular dystrophies, paediatric stroke, intellectual disability, and paediatric neuroinfections. As a best Paediatric Neurologist doctor in India with UK CCT training and previous consultancy at Great Ormond Street Children's Hospital, London, he sees paediatric patients from across India and abroad.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. V. Murugan?
Appointments with Dr. V. Murugan 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. V. Murugan?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. V. Murugan, 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. V. Murugan offer second opinions for Neurologist cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations with Dr. V. Murugan — a UK-trained Paediatric Neurologist specialist in Chennai with Great Ormond Street experience — can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for families who wish to review their child's diagnosis or treatment plan for epilepsy, autism, cerebral palsy, or other paediatric neurological conditions.
