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KIMS Hospitals, Mahadevapura, Launches Institute Of Neurosciences And Centre Of Excellence In Neuromodulation.

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Bengaluru, Karnataka, 6th of April, 2026 : KIMS Hospitals (Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences), Mahadevapura, announced the launch of the Institute of Neurosciences and Centre of Excellence in Neuromodulation, marking a significant step in advancing specialized neurological care in the region. The state-of-the-art facility aims to provide comprehensive diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation for a wide range of neurological disorders under one roof.

This newly launched center is designed to address the needs of patients with various neurological conditions. These include Parkinson’s disease, epilepsy, and chronic pain. It is designed to offer the latest treatment options, including neuromodulation and minimally invasive surgery. It is a multidisciplinary team of neurologists, neurosurgeons, and rehabilitation specialists.

The center also hosts an event in observance of World Parkinson’s Day on April 11th, Celebrating the Strength of Patients Living with Parkinson’s Disease.This is to increase the awareness on Parkinson’s disease and talk about the advancements in neurosciences treating simple to complex ailments and explaining the benefits to the patients. This gathering provided patient and care givers a platform to share their story and showcase the strength of togetherness.

Ms. Kala Krishnaswamy, IPS (DIG Crime), inaugurated the center in the presence of Chief Guest Mr. Prashanth Prakash, along with Dr. Nitish Shetty and Mr. Sreenath Reddy. The ceremony also saw the participation of distinguished Guests of Honour including Dr. Nandakumar Jairam, noted healthcare leader; Dr. H. V. Srinivas, renowned neurologist; Dr. Balaji Pai, Professor and Head of Neurosurgery at BMCRI.

Congratulating to the entire team on this milestone, Ms. Bhavana Rao, renowned Indian Actor, said, “I am certain that this commitment to advanced medical care will transform the patient experience, making world-class treatment more accessible and effective for everyone.”

Chief Guest, Prashanth Prakash, Entrepreneur & Venture Capitalist, Padma Shri Awardee, said, “The advent of such high-end neurological facilities is a major milestone in the development of the health sector of India. With the right technology being made available to the public, it is changing the face of healthcare for patients. Such a facility is essential in developing the health sector for those who are suffering from such complex health conditions.”

Dr. Nitish Shetty, Managing Director, KIMS Hospitals, Bengaluru, said,“We are committed to delivering timely, personalized neurological care to address the rising burden of brain and spine disorders. With the launch of the Institute of Neurosciences and Centre of Excellence in Neuromodulation at Mahadevapura, we aim to bring advanced, technology-driven treatments closer to patients, supported by specialised infrastructure and expert multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless, end-to-end care.”

The Centre of Excellence in Neuromodulation serves as a definitive breakthrough in how we address complex neurological conditions. By combining cutting edge technology with specialized medical management, we are now able to offer a wide range of care for Parkinson’s disease, essential tremors, and other movement disorders. This combination of expertise and technology, including rTMS and emerging MR-guided focused ultrasound, is revolutionizing patient outcomes,” stated Dr. Guruprasad Hosurkar, Director & Lead Consultant in Neurology. He further highlighted that the center’s strength lies in its surgical accuracy, with Dr. Raghuram Gopalakrishnan, Director & Senior Consultant and Head of Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery, adding, “Our facility possesses expertise to deliver the next generation of restorative interventions. From stereotactic and functional neurosurgery to minimally invasive techniques and targeted therapies like Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS), spinal cord stimulation, and sacral nerve stimulation, we are providing patients with precise, life-changing surgical solutions for previously intractable conditions.

As part of this initiative, the hospital is focusing on Parkinson’s disease as part of the World Parkinson’s Day awareness program. This program is aimed at patients as well as caregivers, where the importance of early diagnosis and intervention is emphasized. The hospital is also focusing on the continuous comprehensive care required to ensure that the patient is taken through the entire spectrum of the condition. The result is to enhance the quality of life for those suffering from Parkinson’s disease as well as other neurological conditions.

With the launch of the Institute of Neurosciences, KIMS Hospitals reaffirms its dedication to the delivery of world-class healthcare while tackling the growing prevalence of neurological diseases through innovation, expertise, and compassionate care.

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