Dr. Sandhya Cherkil

Dr. Sandhya Cherkil is a leading Psychologist specializing in neuropsychology, cognitive neuroscience, and psychotherapy. With over two decades of experience, she brings deep expertise in neurocognitive assessment, cognitive rehabilitation, and intraoperative neurocognitive monitoring for patients undergoing neurosurgical procedures.

At Aster Medcity’s Department of Neurosciences, she plays a key role in evaluating and supporting patients with brain tumours, traumatic brain injury, infections, dementia, and other neurological conditions. Her clinical work seamlessly integrates evidence-based psychological practice with advanced neuropsychological techniques, enabling precise cognitive mapping and rehabilitation planning.

Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Sandhya is known for her psychotherapeutic work with individuals coping with neurological illness, stress, and emotional challenges. She also mentors students and clinicians in the art and science of neuropsychological evaluation and psychotherapy.

Her research contributions span neurocognition, quality of life, stress and coping, and the development and validation of psychological tools. She has co-authored numerous publications in leading international journals and continues to bridge the gap between psychology and neuroscience through her multidisciplinary collaborations.