Neurology
11+ Years Experience
MD, DM (Neurology), Fellow in European Board of Neurology (Germany), Fellow in Movement Disorders & Fellow in Movement Disorders - Surgical -DBS (Toronto, Canada)
Apollo Hospitals Greams Road Chennai
English,Hindi,Telugu,Tamil
Mon - Sat
09:00 -17:30
Neurology
11+ Years Experience
MD, DM (Neurology), Fellow in European Board of Neurology (Germany), Fellow in Movement Disorders & Fellow in Movement Disorders - Surgical -DBS (Toronto, Canada)
Apollo Hospitals Greams Road Chennai
English,Hindi,Telugu,Tamil
Mon - Sat
09:00 -17:30
Dr Vijay Shankar is a distinguished Neurologist based at Apollo Hospitals Greams Road Chennai. With an impressive 11 years of experience in the medical field, he has dedicated his career to providing exceptional healthcare services to patients. He holds MD, DM (Neurology), Fellow in European Board of Neurology (Germany), Fellow in Movement Disorders & Fellow in Movement Disorders - Surgical -DBS (Toronto, Canada), showcasing his extensive training and commitment to medical excellence. He is proficient in multiple languages, ensuring effective communication with a diverse range of patients.
He is known for his patient-centric approach, emphasizing the importance of understanding each patient’s unique needs and medical history. He expertise encompasses a wide range of conditions related to Neurologist, enabling he to deliver precise diagnoses and treatments. He ensures that patients receive care tailored to their individual health requirements.
In his practice, Dr Vijay Shankar goes beyond treatments by educating patients about their health conditions. This empowers individuals to take active roles in managing their health and making informed decisions. By fostering a supportive and understanding environment, he builds trust and ensures long-term health management strategies for patients.
Dedicated to staying updated with advancements in his field, Dr Vijay Shankar actively collaborates with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care. He commitment to improving health outcomes continues to leave a lasting impact on the lives of his patients, solidifying his reputation as a trusted name in Neurologist.
Work experience: 7 years
2014: Short time training in epilepsy with Prof. Norman Delanty, Beaumont Hospital, Dublin, Ireland.
2015-2016: Training in movement disorders with Prof.Timothy Lynch a renowned movement disorders specialist from Mater Misericordiae university hospital, Dublin, Ireland which is one of the premier institutes for Movement Disorders in Ireland.
2016-2017: Consultant Neurologist, Gleneagles Global hospital, Chennai, India
2017 -2018: Fellowship in Deep Brain Stimulation with Prof.Alfonso Fasano and Prof.Renato Munhoz at the prestigious Toronto Western Hospital, Toronto, Canada
2018 -2019: Fellowship in Movement Disorders with Prof.Susan Fox and Prof. Anthony Lang at the prestigious Toronto Western Hospital, Toronto, Canada
2019- 2021: Assistant Professor in Neurology, Sri Ramachandra medical college, Chennai, India.
Teaching experience:
Parkinson disease and movement disorder,
Deep brain stimulation,
BOTOX Injection
Headache
Stroke.
Alzheimer’s Disease/ Dementia
International Movement disorders society
Movement disorders society of India
American Academy of Neurology
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