Neurology
Precision diagnosis and compassionate care for stroke, epilepsy, movement disorders, neuropathies and complex neurological conditions.
Overview
The Department of Neurology at SMIMS is dedicated to diagnosis, treatment and long-term management of a wide spectrum of neurological disorders. The department combines the expertise of neurologists and neurosurgeons, adopting a multidisciplinary approach to comprehensive patient-centred care.
Using advanced diagnostic facilities and evidence-based protocols, the department manages stroke, epilepsy, movement disorders, headaches, dementia, neuropathies and neuromuscular diseases — an important referral centre for neurological services in the region.
Dr. Robert Mathew
MD, DM
Professor & HODMission
To develop competent, ethical healthcare professionals with a strong foundation in anatomical sciences and lifelong learning.
Department Infrastructure
EEG Laboratory
EMG Laboratory
Neurosonography Lab
Dedicated Neuro ICU
Specialty Clinics
Neurodiagnostic & Electrophysiology
- Electroencephalography (EEG)
- Video EEG Monitoring (VEEG) for detailed seizure evaluation
- Polysomnography (PSG) for sleep disorders
- Nerve Conduction Studies (NCV) for peripheral nerve disorders
- Evoked Potential Studies for CNS pathway evaluation
- Needle Electromyography (EMG) for neuromuscular disorders
- Neurosonography for vascular and intracranial assessment
Clinical Services & Procedures
- Comprehensive inpatient & outpatient neurological care
- Stroke management and neurocritical care
- Interventional Neurology services
- Plasmapheresis for selected neurological disorders
- Management of neuromuscular disorders and neuropathies
- Neuro-rehabilitation programs
- Neurological counselling and long-term follow-up
Neuro ICU
Specialized monitoring and management for critically ill patients with severe neurological conditions — designed for rapid, evidence-based care of neurological emergencies and complex neurocritical cases.
Academic Activities
- ▸MD Postgraduate training with regular bedside teaching
- ▸Clinical training for MBBS students
- ▸Neuro-Radiology interdepartmental meetings
- ▸Seminars, journal clubs and academic discussions
- ▸Interdisciplinary case discussions with neurosurgery & critical care
- ▸Participation in CME programs and conferences
Research
Current research initiatives include prospective observational studies and patient registries, with a particular focus on Dementia and Movement Disorders.
Research findings are regularly published in peer-reviewed PubMed-indexed journals and presented at state and national neurology conferences.
Faculty
| S.No | Name | Designation | Date of Joining |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Robert Mathew | Professor & HOD | 2-5-2016 |
| 2 | Dr. Sunitha Raj | Assistant Professor | 2-5-2016 |