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First medical college at Madurai was inaugurated by then chief minister Mr. K. Kamarajar
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Department of Neurology and Neurosurgery was started from 1963
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Department of Neurology was started in 1971 under Prof. Dr. K. Srinivasan
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Dr. K. Srinivasan is a well known consultant across the world for his enormous contribution to the field of neurology He is an effective teacher and an able clinician. He has to his credit over 1000 publications
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Out Patient Ward no 50 (10 TO 12 PM ON ALL DAYS EXCEPT SUNDAYS)
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Neurology Ward no 64 (Male beds:40 Female beds: 25 )
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Stroke ward no 64 (Stroke beds: 10 )
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Neurology ICU Ward no 101 ( number of ventilator beds :4)
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EEG ward number 104 ( 2) GRH 210(1)
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EMG and NCS ward number 70
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Physiotherapy ward number 104
Starting of the Department
The Department of Neurology at Government Rajaji Hospital and Madurai Medical College was established in 1970 by Prof. Dr. K. Srinivasan. Over the decades, the department has played a vital role in delivering advanced neurological care to the population of southern Tamil Nadu while maintaining excellence in teaching and research. The department celebrated its Golden Jubilee in 2020, marking more than five decades of service in neurology.
Under the dynamic leadership of Prof. Dr. P. K. Murugan, Professor & Head of the Department, the department has witnessed remarkable growth and academic advancement. Since 2019, the number of postgraduate seats has increased from two to five, reflecting the department’s expanding academic strength and commitment to training excellence.
The Golden Jubilee celebrations (1970–2020) were conducted in a grand manner, marking fifty years of dedicated neurological service and education.
The department has made significant strides in Interventional Neurology, with neurointervention services initiated in the Biplane Cath Lab and the successful completion of the first Digital Subtraction Angiography (DSA) procedure. Faculty members and postgraduate trainees were deputed to the Department of Cardiology and Kalaignar Centenary Hospital, Chennai, for specialized training in neurointervention, further strengthening clinical expertise.
Academic and public health initiatives have also flourished, including the World Stroke Day awareness rally conducted in October 2025. Specialized CMEs on Botulinum toxin intervention and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) with live demonstrations were organized, providing valuable academic exposure. A Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) workshop was also successfully conducted in July 2025 to enhance expertise in advanced movement disorder management.
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Dr. P. K. Murugan | Professor & Head of the Department | Neurology |
Facilities Available in the Department
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Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS)
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Electromyography (EMG)
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Vestibular Evoked Myogenic Potentials (VEMP)
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Brainstem Evoked Response Audiometry (BERA)
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Polysomnography
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Electroencephalography (EEG)
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Video EEG Monitoring
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Transcranial Doppler (TCD)
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Stroke Unit
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Neurointervention – Digital Subtraction Angiography (DSA) and Botulinum Toxin Therapy
The department routinely performs Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS) and Electromyography (EMG) to evaluate patients presenting with weakness, numbness, or neuropathies. These investigations help in identifying nerve and muscle involvement and aid in early diagnosis and appropriate treatment, especially for conditions such as diabetic neuropathy, Guillain–Barré syndrome, and motor neuron diseases.
The Electroencephalography (EEG) service plays an essential role in evaluating epilepsy, encephalopathy, and critically ill patients by assessing real-time brain electrical activity.
Advanced auditory and vestibular tests such as Brainstem Auditory Evoked Potentials (BERA) help assess hearing pathways and brainstem function, especially in children, stroke patients, and those with demyelinating disorders.
Vestibular Evoked Myogenic Potentials (VEMP) help evaluate balance pathways and inner ear function, aiding accurate diagnosis of vertigo and dizziness.
These diagnostic services are complemented by a strong neuro-physiotherapy and rehabilitation program focused on early mobilization, functional recovery, and improving the quality of life through a multidisciplinary approach.
The department is equipped with comprehensive neurodiagnostic and therapeutic facilities including NCS, EMG, VEMP, BERA, Polysomnography, EEG, Video EEG Monitoring, and Transcranial Doppler (TCD) along with a dedicated Stroke Unit and advanced Neurointervention services such as DSA and Botulinum toxin therapy.
CME Conferences Conducted
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CME on Parkinson’s Disease
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CME on Deep Brain Stimulation
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CME on Epilepsy
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CME on Stroke
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World Stroke Day Celebration
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CME on Neuro Innovation and Modulation – Road to Parkinson’s
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CME on Demyelinating Disease
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CME on Autoimmune Encephalitis
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CME on Sleep Neurology
ACHIEVEMENTS
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Department of Neurology celebrated Golden Jubilee in 2020
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Department of Neurology participated in Guinness World Records attempt for Most Pledges received for a Stroke awareness Campaign in one week
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Faculties have published papers in reputed international journals and penned books
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Post Graduates from Department of Neurology have won the young neurologist award for three consecutive years
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Post Graduate from Department of Neurology has won First place in International Quiz organized in November 2022
Awards
Department Medals
Dr. Chaitra – Gold Medalist (2023)
Dr. Vinutna – Gold Medalist (2024)
Dr. Venkatesh – Gold Medalist (2025)
Dr. Apsara – Gold Medalist (2026)
University Rank Holder
Dr. Apsara – Second Rank (2026)
Other Awards
Dr. Shamili – 3rd Prize in Paper Presentation, TANCON 2024
Dr. Arvind – 1st Prize in All India Neurology Poster Presentation, Delhi
Dr. Vignesh – 1st Prize in Quiz, TANCON 2024
Dr. Aravind & Dr. Venkatesh – 2nd Prize in Quiz, TANCON 2024
Dr. Apsara & Dr. Vikram – 3rd Prize in Quiz, TANCON 2024
Dr. Thuslim Banu – 3rd Prize in Poster Presentation
Dr. Venkatesh
Dr. Chiranjeevi & Dr. Abi Ghokale – 3rd Prize in Quiz, SHINE Neurology Program
FAP (Faculty Academic Projects / Research Activities)
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Cross-sectional study to analyze the clinical profile of patients with cerebral small vessel disease and genetic association with Apolipoprotein E4.
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Association of HLAB alleles with CBZ induced SJS/TEN in South Indian population of Tamil Nadu.
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CYP2C19 genetic polymorphism study to determine Clopidogrel resistance in recurrent ischemic stroke.
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Status of Neurofascin and Contactin in autoimmune nodopathy and its correlation with clinical and prognostic insights.
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Measuring IL-6 levels of NMOSD patients and correlation with disease activity.
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Parkin gene mutations in early onset Parkinson’s disease patients of tertiary care hospital, Madurai.
PG
Dr. Kasi Rajan
Dr. Thuslim Banu
Dr. Abi Ghokale
Dr. Jeena Leema Singha
Dr. Chiranjeevi
Dr. Vishnu
Dr. Deepak Raj
Dr. Sravani
Dr. Arun Kumar
Dr. Mohamed Abdullah