Before Consultation
Bring previous reports, prescriptions, medicines and relevant school or developmental notes.
Consultant – Paediatric Neurology
Expert Paediatric Neurology Care for Your Child
Consult Dr. Ankit Panday, a paediatric neurologist in Thane, for neurological care for infants, children and adolescents at MRR Children's Hospital. Care includes seizure assessment, developmental evaluation and personalised treatment planning.
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Dr. Ankit Panday
Consultant · Paediatric Neurology
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Thoughtful care.
For every stage of childhood.
For every stage of childhood.
MBBS
MD
DM
FIPN
Consultant – Paediatric Neurology
Evidence-Based Care
Personalised Treatment
Child & Family-Centred Care
Paediatric Neurology
Understanding the developing brain means understanding the whole child.
Neurological concerns in children can appear through seizures, development, movement, muscle strength, coordination, learning, behaviour or symptoms in early infancy. Paediatric neurology brings these clues together with the child’s age, developmental history and clinical examination.
The goal is not simply to label a symptom. It is to understand what parents are seeing, assess the child carefully and build a clear plan for the next step.
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When Specialist Attention Helps
Concerns parents may bring to a child neurologist
These signs can have many causes. A specialist assessment looks at the pattern, timing, development and clinical context rather than one symptom in isolation.
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Seizures
Repeated or unexplained seizure-like episodes can need specialist neurological assessment.
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Developmental Delay
Development that is slower than expected may benefit from structured developmental and neurological review.
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Loss of Skills
Loss of previously acquired abilities is an important concern to discuss promptly.
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Balance & Walking
Persistent problems with balance, walking or coordination may need neurological evaluation.
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Unusual Movements
Repeated movements, tremor, stiffness or other movement changes can have different causes.
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Muscle Weakness
Ongoing weakness, fatigue or difficulty with age-appropriate motor activities can warrant assessment.
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Headaches
Frequent or concerning headaches should be evaluated in the context of the child’s overall health.
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Learning & Behaviour
Learning, attention and behavioural concerns sometimes overlap with neurodevelopmental conditions.
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Areas of Expertise
Specialist care across child neurology
Each concern is approached in the context of age, development, symptoms and family priorities.
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Childhood Epilepsy & Seizures
Seizures, infantile spasms and epilepsy syndromes evaluated in the context of the child’s age and development.
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Developmental Delay
Structured assessment of developmental concerns, regression and related neurological features.
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Neurodevelopmental Conditions
Neurological perspective for autism, ADHD and other developmental concerns.
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Neuromuscular Disorders
Assessment of weakness, fatigue and concerns involving muscles, nerves and movement.
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Movement Disorders
Evaluation of unusual movements, coordination difficulties and motor concerns.
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Neonatal & Infant Neurology
Neurological assessment for newborns and infants, including seizure and brain-injury concerns.
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Conditions We Evaluate
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Advanced Care for the Developing Brain
More than a diagnosis — understanding the whole child.
Clinical assessment in paediatric neurology connects neurological symptoms with development, function, family observations and the child’s everyday life.
Doctor's Clinical Approach
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Listen Carefully
Parent observations and the child’s history shape the assessment.
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Assess Thoroughly
Symptoms are considered with neurological examination and development.
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Understand Development
Milestones, change over time and daily function matter.
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Plan Individually
Next steps are tailored to the child rather than a generic pathway.
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Support the Family
Clear explanations help families understand decisions and follow-up.
Care by Age & Development
Neurological concerns can look different as children grow
Age changes how symptoms are interpreted. Developmental stage, history and function help provide context.
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Newborns
Early neurological concerns may include unusual movements, seizures, feeding-related neurological concerns or follow-up after brain injury.
This information is educational and does not replace individual medical assessment.
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Infants
Milestones, tone, motor development, seizure concerns and unusual movements are considered in the context of early development.
This information is educational and does not replace individual medical assessment.
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Toddlers
Language, motor development, regression, coordination and behaviour may be reviewed alongside developmental history.
This information is educational and does not replace individual medical assessment.
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School-Age Children
Headaches, learning concerns, attention, movement, seizures, weakness and coordination can affect school and daily life.
This information is educational and does not replace individual medical assessment.
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Adolescents
Neurological symptoms are assessed alongside growth, school demands, sleep, activity and increasing independence.
This information is educational and does not replace individual medical assessment.
Focus Area
Childhood Epilepsy & Seizure Disorders
Seizure assessment starts with understanding what happened before, during and after an episode, the child’s age and development, and whether similar events have occurred before.
- Childhood seizures and seizure-like episodes
- Infantile spasms and early recognition
- Epilepsy syndromes and developmental context
- Parent observations and safely recorded videos when available
Development & Neurodevelopment
Looking at development as a pattern, not a single milestone
Developmental concerns may involve movement, communication, learning, attention, behaviour or loss of previously acquired skills. A neurological assessment considers the timeline and how different areas of development relate to one another.
Developmental Delay
Autism-related concerns
ADHD-related evaluation
Regression
Learning & Behaviour
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Consultation Experience
What parents can expect during a neurology visit
A clear consultation begins before the examination—with history, observations and questions from the family.
Clinical History
Discuss what you have observed, when it began, how often it happens and what has changed.
Neurological Assessment
The child is assessed in a way appropriate to age, symptoms, development and comfort.
Understanding Findings
The available information is brought together and explained in parent-friendly language.
Care Planning
Next steps may involve observation, investigations, treatment planning, therapy coordination or follow-up, depending on the child.
Follow-Up
Progress and new observations can be reviewed over time when ongoing support is needed.
Patient Journey
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A clear path from concern to ongoing support
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Book Consultation
Share the reason for consultation and preferred timing.
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Clinical Assessment
History and neurological assessment help organise the concern.
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Understand the Concern
Findings are discussed in clear language.
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Personalised Care Plan
Next steps are selected for the individual child.
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Follow-Up & Support
Progress can be reviewed and the plan adjusted when needed.
Prepare for the Visit
A little preparation can make the consultation more useful.
Parents do not need to have every answer. Bringing observations and existing records can help organise the discussion.
Useful things to bring
- Previous medical reports and prescriptions
- Current medicines and allergy information
- Developmental, therapy or school notes when relevant
- Videos of unusual movements if they were safely recorded
- A simple timeline of symptoms or episodes
- Questions you want to discuss during the visit
Parent Education
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Resources designed to make complex topics easier to understand
Epilepsy
Epilepsy · Parent Guide
Understanding Seizures in Children
What parents may observe, what information helps during assessment and why context matters.
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Development
Development · Parent Guide
Developmental Milestones Parents Should Know
A parent-friendly overview of milestones and when persistent concerns may deserve discussion.
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Parent Education
Parent Education · Parent Guide
Preparing Your Child for a Neurology Consultation
A practical checklist to help families organise reports, observations and questions before a visit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Questions parents often have before a paediatric neurology consultation
These answers are general. Individual symptoms and next steps depend on the child’s history and assessment.
View All FAQsWhere does Dr. Ankit Panday consult in Thane?
Dr. Ankit Panday consults in paediatric neurology at MRR Children’s Hospital, 1st Pokhran Road, Shastri Nagar, Thane (West), Mumbai – 400606.
How can I book a child neurology appointment in Thane?
Call +91 83569 10566 or complete the appointment request form. The hospital team confirms availability; sending a request does not confirm a booking.
Which age groups does the paediatric neurology service support?
The service supports infants, children and adolescents with neurological and developmental concerns. The consultation considers the child’s age, symptoms and development.
What does a paediatric neurologist do?
A paediatric neurologist evaluates and manages neurological conditions affecting infants, children and adolescents, including seizures, developmental concerns, movement disorders, neuromuscular conditions and other nervous-system problems.
When should my child see a neurologist?
A specialist review may be considered for recurrent seizures, developmental regression, persistent weakness, unusual movements, significant coordination problems or other neurological symptoms.
What happens during a paediatric neurology consultation?
The consultation typically includes a detailed history, developmental review and age-appropriate neurological examination, followed by discussion of whether further investigations or follow-up are needed.
What should I bring?
Bring previous reports, prescriptions, medicine lists, developmental or school notes when relevant, and videos of unusual events only if they were recorded safely.
What is childhood epilepsy?
Epilepsy is a condition characterised by a tendency to have recurrent unprovoked seizures. Diagnosis depends on clinical history and, when appropriate, investigations.