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• One-stop Neurosciences Unit for adults and children at KEM Hospital, Pune.
• 24x7 Stroke & Epilepsy Care with advanced diagnostics and treatment.
• Integrated Mental Health & Rehab with pediatric neurology focus.

In a major step towards revolutionizing neurological healthcare, KEM Hospital, Pune, has inaugurated its Comprehensive Department of Neurosciences, a unified, patient-centric unit offering integrated neurological, neurosurgical, and mental health services under one roof. Designed to cater to both adult and pediatric patients, the department consolidates decades of expertise across various neuroscience specialties into a single, streamlined facility.

Speaking at the launch, Dr. Pradeep Divate, Head of Department and Senior Neurologist, described the new unit as a 'significant leap forward' in patient care. With cutting-edge infrastructure and a collaborative medical team, the department embodies a holistic model ensuring smooth coordination from diagnosis through treatment to rehabilitation.

A key highlight of the facility is its round-the-clock acute stroke care services, led by Dr. Anand Alurkar, Senior Consultant Interventional Neurologist. Patients have access to advanced therapies including thrombolysis and bi-plane Cath Lab interventions like thrombectomy and aneurysm coiling. The department also provides comprehensive epilepsy care, utilizing the latest diagnostic and management technologies.

For patients with balance-related disorders, the Vertigo and Balance Clinic offers dedicated services such as vestibular rehabilitation and Videonystagmography (VNG) testing. The neurosurgical team, headed by Dr. Nitinkumar Londhe, covers a wide range of conditions including brain and spinal tumors, trauma, pediatric neurosurgical conditions, and degenerative spine disorders. The department is fully equipped with modern neurodiagnostic tools like EEG, EMG, nerve conduction studies, and evoked potentials.

Mental health services form a vital part of the department’s vision. Dr. Vasudeo Paralikar, HOD, Psychiatry, emphasized the availability of emergency psychiatric support, adolescent-focused interventions, and neuropsychological care. The department also integrates rehabilitation services including speech therapy, neuro-physiotherapy, and cognitive rehabilitation for a holistic recovery process.

Paediatric neurology remains a cornerstone at KEM Hospital. Dr. Nandan Yardi highlighted the department's focused approach toward managing childhood neurological disorders such as epilepsy, cerebral palsy, autism spectrum disorders, and infections, all of which have a long-term impact on quality of life. The centralized unit is expected to significantly enhance outcomes in pediatric care.

Dr. Rakesh Shah, COO of KEM Hospital, noted the hospital’s legacy as a trusted referral center for neurological disorders since the 1970s. “This newly launched department is a reflection of our continued commitment to provide world-class neurological care that is accessible and affordable for the common man”, he stated.

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The department boasts a robust team of specialists including neurologists Dr. Dhairashil Saste, Dr. Pradeep Divate, and Dr. Vishal Deshpande; epileptologist Dr. Mudassar Kharadi; pediatric neurologists Dr. Nandan Yardi and Dr. Abhijit Botre; neurosurgeons Dr. Sarang Rote, Dr. Nitinkumar Londhe, and Dr. Pravin Jain Harawat; psychiatrists Dr. Suchita Agarwal, Dr. Kishor Jadhavar, Dr. Amit Nulkar, Dr. Vasudev Paralikar, Dr. Niket Kasar, and Dr. Hrishikesh Behere; and interventional neurologist Dr. Anand Alurkar.

With this launch, KEM Hospital, Pune reinforces its position as a leader in comprehensive, multidisciplinary neurological care, combining compassionate service with cutting-edge medical expertise.