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NASA Hospitals opened its Comprehensive Brain Stroke Center in Hyderabad to treat acute neurological conditions. Located on LB Nagar Main Road in Chintal Kunta, the facility manages strokes, Parkinson’s disease, and dementia. To encourage early testing, patients currently receive a 50% price reduction on preventive screening packages and imaging scans.
Who leads the new brain stroke center?
Dr. Venigalla Naveen Kumar serves as the unit’s clinical director, managing a primary medical team that includes spine and neurological surgeons.
NASA Hospitals founder and executive director Dr. Riyaz announced the launch during a press conference at the Bashir Bagh Press Club. He stated the department targets an increase in stroke and paralysis cases linked to lifestyle factors and mental stress.
The medical roster features spine surgeon Dr. G.P.V. Subbiah and brain and spine surgeon Dr. V. Sridhar Narayana. Three additional physicians – Dr. Venu Turumilli Rakesh, Dr. M. Karthik, and Dr. K. Prithvi Raj – complete the primary clinical team.
How much do stroke prevention packages cost?
To facilitate early detection, the hospital offers an introductory 50% discount on all stroke prevention packages, including necessary imaging.
| Diagnostic Scan | Standard Price (Est.) | Discounted Price (50% Off) |
|---|---|---|
| CT Scan | ₹1,500 – ₹5,000 | ₹750 – ₹2,500 |
| MRI Scan | ₹5,000 – ₹15,000 | ₹2,500 – ₹7,500 |
According to Justdial’s directory, standard prices for CT scans at NASA Hospitals range from ₹1,500 to ₹5,000, while MRI scans cost between ₹5,000 and ₹15,000. These specific imaging services will be discounted by half under this launch initiative.
What are the ‘Be Fast’ stroke symptoms?
The “Be Fast” program trains the public to seek emergency care for sudden loss of balance, vision impairment, facial drooping, arm weakness, or slurred speech.
Dr. Naveen Kumar introduced this awareness initiative alongside the center’s launch. Immediate medical intervention upon symptom onset lowers the probability of permanent paralysis.
This urgency prompted the center to operate a dedicated neurological intensive care unit (ICU) – a specialized hospital department providing continuous monitoring and treatment for critically ill patients – for acute events.
Does the center handle chronic neurological rehabilitation?
Yes, medical teams at the facility manage broad neurological disorders beyond emergency strokes, including seizure management, Parkinson’s disease, dementia, meningitis, and chronic back pain.
Following acute medical care, patients transition to the center’s rehabilitation wing. The facility provides long-term disease-control programs to manage chronic neurological decline and support physical recovery.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the NASA Hospitals Comprehensive Brain Stroke Center located? The facility is located on LB Nagar Main Road in Chintal Kunta, Hyderabad.
Who is the clinical director of the stroke unit? Dr. Venigalla Naveen Kumar serves as the clinical director of the unit, overseeing a team of neurologists and spine surgeons.
What discounts are available for new patients? The center currently offers a 50% discount on stroke prevention packages, which includes price reductions on CT scans and MRI scans.
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