Dr. Bindu Menon is a distinguished neurologist based in Nellore, Andhra Pradesh, with over 21 years of experience in the field. She currently serves as the Professor and Head of the Neurology Department at Apollo Specialty Hospitals in Nellore. Dr. Menon is renowned for her patient-centric approach, emphasizing personalized care and comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual needs. She is fluent in multiple languages, including English, Hindi, Telugu, and Malayalam, enabling her to effectively communicate with a diverse patient population.
Educational Qualifications:
- MBBS: Gandhi Medical College, Bhopal Bharkatlla University, 1994
- MD - Medicine: Jiwaji University Gwalior Agra Raja Medical College, 1997
- DM - Neurology: University of Mumbai, Mumbai, 2002
- DNB - Neurology
- PGDCN(Neuro)- Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Neurology from University College London
- FRCP, MNAMS, FICP
Professional Experience:
- Currently, Professor and Head of Neurology at Apollo Specialty Hospitals.
Notable Achievements:
- H.C. Bajoria Oration Award in the 16th Joint Annual Conference of Indian Epilepsy Association and Indian Epilepsy Society
- Started Dr. Bindu Menon foundation which provides free treatment to persons with epilepsy and stroke every month
- Launched "EPILEPSY HELP" App for epilepsy patients
- Started a novel project "Neurology On Wheels" which goes to rural areas for detection and treatment of Epilepsy/Stroke
- Received Woman's achievement award Vaidya Siromani Award for social service in the field of epilepsy
- Dr. Karimullah Indian Medical Association Oration Gold Medal award
- Junior Chamber International JCI 'Ten Outstanding Young Persons of the world' (TOYP) for medical innovation
- 'UGADI VAIDYA RATNA' from the Sir C V Raman Academy
- Neurology Service Excellence award
- District Level Epilepsy service award
- Dr. K V Naidu Memorial state-level Best award
- Published 50 Articles in National & International Journals
Professional Memberships:
- Andhra Pradesh Medical Council
- Governing Council member- Indian Epilepsy Association
- Executive Council Member- Indian Epilepsy Society
- Indian Epilepsy Society- Valporate Consensus document- Advisory Board member
- Indian Epilepsy Society- Epilepsy & Indian Law Advisory Board member