Dr. Kameshwar Prasad 
MBBS, MD, DM, MSc, FAMS
Neurologist
Principal Director
40 Years Years of Experience
Fortis Flt. Lt. Rajan Dhall Hospital, Vasant Kunj
Hindi, English
About Dr. Kameshwar Prasad
Dr. Kameshwar Prasad, Padma Shri awardee and internationally acclaimed neurologist, brings over 40 years of exemplary experience in the field of neurology. Before joining Fortis Hospital, Vasant Kunj, he served as the Professor and Head of Neurology at AIIMS, New Delhi, where he played a pivotal role in advancing stroke care and neurological research in India. A pioneer in stem cell therapy for stroke and multiple sclerosis, Dr. Prasad has also been instrumental in developing national neurological guidelines and introducing evidence-based medicine into clinical practice in India. His groundbreaking research and leadership have made a lasting impact on neurology education and patient care across the country.
In addition to his clinical achievements, Dr. Prasad actively contributes to global neurological health as a member of the WHO Strategic and Technical Advisory Group on Brain Health. His vast expertise covers stroke, dementia, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, and neuroinfections, reflecting a deep commitment to improving neurological outcomes through innovation and compassionate care. With over 400 publications and multiple prestigious awards, Dr. Prasad continues to inspire excellence in neurology through research, teaching, and patient advocacy.
Qualifications of Dr. Kameshwar Prasad
- MBBS
- MD (Medicine) – All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi
- DM (Neurology) – All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi
- MMSc (Clinical Epidemiology) – McMaster University, Canada
- FAMS – Fellow, National Academy of Medical Sciences
Special Area of Interest
- Stroke and Thrombolysis
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders
- Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease
- Neuroinfections (Meningitis, Brain TB, Encephalitis)
- Neuropathy and Myopathy
- Stem Cell Therapy in Neurological Disorders
Work Experience of Dr. Kameshwar Prasad
- Professor and Head, Department of Neurology, AIIMS, New Delhi.
- Chairperson, Evidence-Based Medicine Unit, AIIMS, New Delhi.
Awards & Recognitions
- Padma Shri Award – One of India’s highest civilian honors, for outstanding contribution to medicine.
- AIIMS Excellence Award – for innovation and leadership in clinical neurology and medical education.
Memberships
- Indian Stroke Society (Founding President)
- World Stroke Organization (WSO)
- World Federation of Neurology (WFN)
- Multiple Sclerosis International Federation (MSIF)
- WHO Meningitis Guidelines Group
- Indian Academy of Neurology (IAN)
- National Academy of Medical Sciences (FAMS)
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