Neurology

The Department of Neurology at Aster MIMS Mother Hospital, Areekode, provides comprehensive, patient-centred care for conditions affecting the brain, spinal cord, nerves and muscles. Serving patients from Areekode, Malappuram and surrounding regions, our team of experienced neurologists and trained healthcare professionals focuses on accurate diagnosis, timely intervention and personalised management.

As a trusted centre for Neurology in Malappuram, we provide evaluation and treatment for a wide range of neurological conditions, including stroke, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, dementia, headache and migraine, vertigo, neuropathy, movement disorders and neuromuscular conditions. Our approach combines specialist clinical expertise with appropriate neurological investigations to support timely diagnosis and effective treatment.

Stroke is a medical emergency where every minute matters. Our 24×7 stroke evaluation and emergency care services support rapid assessment and appropriate treatment, including thrombolysis for eligible patients. Early recognition and timely management can help reduce the risk of neurological complications and long-term disability.

The department provides evaluation, treatment and follow-up for both acute and chronic neurological conditions. Patients can receive specialist care for concerns ranging from recurring headaches, migraine and dizziness to seizures, tremors, memory problems, balance difficulties, movement disorders, weakness and nerve-related symptoms. Each treatment plan is developed according to the patient's diagnosis, symptoms, medical history, investigation results and individual healthcare needs.

With advanced neurological investigations and coordinated multidisciplinary support, Aster MIMS Mother Hospital, Areekode, provides dependable neurological care close to home for patients across Malappuram and neighbouring regions.

Services Offered

• Comprehensive neurology consultations, neurological assessment and personalised treatment planning
• 24×7 stroke evaluation and emergency neurological care
• Acute stroke management, including thrombolysis for eligible patients
• Stroke-unit care and coordinated neurocritical care
• TIA and cerebrovascular disorder evaluation and secondary prevention
• Epilepsy and seizure disorder diagnosis, treatment and long-term follow-up
• Acute seizure and status epilepticus management
• Parkinson’s disease and movement disorder assessment and management
• Tremor, dystonia and other movement disorder evaluation
• Dementia, memory loss and cognitive disorder assessment
• Headache, migraine and chronic headache management
• Vertigo, dizziness and balance disorder evaluation
• Peripheral neuropathy, nerve disorders and neuromuscular condition management
• Muscle disease and weakness evaluation
• Neuroimmunological disorder evaluation and management
• Neuroinfectious disease evaluation and management
• Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS)
• Electromyography (EMG)
• Visual Evoked Potentials (VEP)
• Brainstem Auditory Evoked Response (BERA)
• Somatosensory Evoked Potentials (SSEP)
• Neurosurgical and neurointerventional care coordination when clinically indicated
• Neurological rehabilitation and recovery planning
• Physiotherapy and occupational therapy coordination for functional recovery
• Speech, language and swallowing assessment and rehabilitation support
• Cognitive and neuropsychological assessment and support
• Neurological and neuropathic pain assessment with appropriate pain-management coordination
• Long-term neurological follow-up and preventive care