Neurosciences

Neurosciences at UMC Hospitals

The Neurology service delivers end-to-end care spanning prevention, rapid diagnosis, acute intervention, and long-term management, supported by protocol-driven pathways and seamless collaboration with internal medicine, critical care, cardiology, radiology, physiotherapy, and mental health.

Why choose UMC

• Consultant-led, evidence-based care for common and complex neurological conditions with clear escalation and second-opinion pathways.
• Rapid diagnostics and emergency response for stroke, seizures, and neuromuscular crises, integrated with ICU support.
• Personalized long-term programs for epilepsy, movement disorders, headaches, cognitive decline, demyelinating disease, and neuropathies.

Conditions Treated

• Cerebrovascular: transient ischemic attack, ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke, cerebral venous thrombosis.
• Epilepsy and seizures: new-onset, refractory, medication optimization, and preconception counseling.
• Movement disorders: Parkinson’s disease, tremors, dystonia, gait disorders.
• Headache and pain: migraine, cluster headache, trigeminal neuralgia, medication-overuse headache.
• Demyelinating and neuroimmunology: multiple sclerosis, NMOSD, autoimmune encephalitis.
• Neuromuscular: peripheral neuropathy, myopathy, myasthenia gravis, radiculopathy, plexopathy.
• Cognitive and behavioral neurology: mild cognitive impairment, Alzheimer’s disease, frontotemporal disorders.
• Neuro-infections and metabolic: meningitis, encephalitis, TB-related neurology, electrolyte and metabolic encephalopathies.
• Pediatric neurology: developmental delay, pediatric epilepsy, neuromuscular and movement disorders in children.

Diagnostics

• Neurophysiology: EEG for seizure and encephalopathy evaluation; EMG and nerve conduction studies for neuropathy, radiculopathy, and myopathy.
• Imaging: CT brain and CT angiography for emergency triage, stroke pathways, trauma, and tumor assessment; additional advanced neuroimaging via coordinated referrals when indicated.
• Laboratory panels: metabolic, autoimmune, infectious, and genetic testing as clinically appropriate.
• Functional tests: vestibular assessment, cognitive screening, and autonomic parameters where required.

Stroke Program

• Protocol-based triage with CT-led rapid decision-making for thrombolysis eligibility and blood pressure, glucose, temperature, and seizure control.
• Coordination for endovascular therapies and neurocritical care support when indicated.
• Secondary prevention plans covering antithrombotics, statins, risk-factor control, and stroke rehabilitation.

Epilepsy Care

• Structured pathways for diagnosis, medication initiation and titration, lifestyle triggers, and safety counseling.
• Rescue plans for breakthrough seizures and status epilepticus management protocols.
• Women’s health, driving fitness, work-readiness, and preconception counseling integrated into care.

Movement Disorders Clinic

• Comprehensive assessment with standardized scales, medication optimization, and fall-risk reduction.
• Tailored physiotherapy, speech and swallowing therapy, and nutrition guidance to maintain function and quality of life.

Headache and Facial Pain

• Phenotype-based treatment plans for migraine, cluster, and neuralgias, with stepwise preventive and abortive therapies.
• Lifestyle, sleep hygiene, trigger management, and work-fit guidance to reduce disability.

Neuromuscular Program

• EMG/nerve conduction–guided diagnosis with targeted medical therapy, infusion protocols when indicated, and rehabilitation.
• Foot care, orthotics, and fall-risk reduction for sensory loss and weakness.

Cognitive and Elder Neurology

• Memory clinic evaluation with cognitive staging, reversible-cause screening, and caregiver education.
• Behavior, sleep, safety, and daily routine strategies aligned to disease stage and family context.

Pediatric Neurology

• Child-friendly assessment, development tracking, school/learning support, and family-centered education.
• Coordination with pediatrics, ophthalmology, physiotherapy, and nutrition as needed.

Rehabilitation and Recovery

• Goal-based physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech and swallowing therapy, and cognitive rehab.
• Return-to-work planning, assistive devices, home exercise plans, and caregiver training.

Technology and Safety

• CT-enabled acute neuro pathways, standardized EEG and EMG/NCS protocols, and ICU escalation when required.
• Medication safety checks, anticoagulation management in stroke, and infection-control bundles for high-risk patients.
• Written care plans with red-flag guidance and emergency contact instructions.

The Care Journey

• First visit: focused history, examination, targeted tests, and a clear plan with goals, timelines, and follow-up milestones.
• Treatment: stepwise therapy prioritizing effectiveness, safety, and adherence, with regular monitoring of outcomes.
• Follow-up: scheduled reviews for medication optimization, rehab progress, complication prevention, and lifestyle reinforcement.

Preparing for Consultation

• Bring prior records: CT or other imaging reports, EEG/EMG results, lab panels, medication list, and allergy information.
• Maintain a simple diary of symptoms, triggers, sleep, and medications for 1–2 weeks to support precise planning.

FAQs

• Are tests done the same day? Many evaluations and CT scans are completed promptly based on clinical priority, with additional tests arranged as needed.
• Is long-term follow-up necessary? Chronic neurological conditions benefit from periodic reviews to sustain control and prevent complications.
• Can multiple specialists be involved? Multidisciplinary input is coordinated to create one integrated plan and timeline.

Team and Support

• Neurologists, emergency physicians, intensivists, radiologists, physiotherapists, speech and swallowing therapists, occupational therapists, psychologists, nurses, and care coordinators work as one team.

Book an Appointment

For a neurology consultation, stroke risk assessment, or neurodiagnostic testing at UMC Hospitals, Navi Mumbai, request a call-back or schedule a visit; the care team will guide preparation, timelines, and next steps.