Jaslok Hospital launches functional neurosurgery clinic in Hyderabad – ET HealthWorld

Mumbai: Jaslok Hospital & Research Centre announced the launch of its clinic in Hyderabad. The clinic will focus on functional neurosurgery which has been practised in Hyderabad for more than a decade. However, as the depth, expansion and pioneer execution of these procedures is not available, Jaslok Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai decided to bring their services to Hyderabad to address this treatment gap.

Functional neurosurgery is a neurosurgical procedure done for alleviating symptoms of various central nervous system disorders that do not have any gross anatomical abnormality. Functional neurosurgery involves precise surgical targeting of anatomic structures to modulate neurologic function. Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is a surgical procedure which involves the implantation of electrodes in the brain to the targeted nucleus. The electrodes are connected to a pacemaker which is also implanted inside the body. DBS is an approved treatment for Parkinson’s disease, tremors, dystonia, epilepsy, and various other movement disorders.

Speaking on the occasion, Jitendra Haryan, CEO, Jaslok Hospital, said, “We are thrilled to be expanding our neurosciences services and offerings to patients beyond Mumbai. We would like to extend our heartiest gratitude to the government of Hyderabad, who has extended their support in establishing this project. We believe this initiative will be impactful and with the success of this project, we look forward to collaborating with more states in India.

Commenting on this, Dr Swathi Prathipati, Director, Sia Life Hospital, said, “We are glad to join hands with Jaslok Hospital to assist all Telangana citizens through our Hyderabad office. Jaslok Hospital is well-known around India, and we believe this functional neurology clinic will substantially enhance the service delivery and help provide comfort to the patients.”