Best Neurology & Neurosurgery Hospitals in India

• Fortis Memorial Research Institute (FMRI) is a multi-super speciality quaternary care hospital equipped with a team of reputed clinicians, including superspecialists and speciality nurses, supported by cutting-edge technology.
• It was established in 2001 and is a flagship hospital of Fortis Healthcare, one of the country's top healthcare providers.
• The hospital is accredited by JCI, NABH, and NABL.
• It received recognition for excellence in Bone Marrow Transplant at the Bangladesh International Healthcare Expo in 2023.
• In 2023, it was awarded at the Advantage Healthcare India's Medical Value Travel Awards.
• Additionally, in 2023, the hospital received a Certificate of Appreciation from the Ministry of Health of the Republic of South Sudan.
• FMRI was listed as the Best Hospital in North India for Oncology, Cardiology, and Gastroenterology by the Economic Times Healthcare Awards in 2021.
• It was the only Indian hospital to be featured on Newsweek’s top 25 ‘World’s Best Smart Hospitals 2021’ list.
• It ranked No. 2 in Delhi NCR’s Best Private Hospital by The Week Magazine Survey in 2019, 2020, and 2021.
• FMRI was awarded Best Oncology Hospital – Regionally by the Economic Times Healthworld Hospital’s Award in 2020.
• The hospital won the FICCI Medical Value Specialist Travel Award in 2019 for Neurosciences, Spine Surgery, and Bone Marrow Transplant.
• It was awarded Pharmacie De Qualite for Good Pharmacy Practices in 2019.
• FMRI was recognised as The Best Hospital to Work for by AHPI in 2019.
• It achieved global acclaim for quality and innovation, ranking 2nd in a study of the world’s 30 most technologically equipped hospitals.
• It received a Certificate of Merit at the 2015 DL SHAH Awards for Quality Improvement Projects on Improving Compliance with the Surgical Safety Checklist.
• The Asia Pacific Society of Infection Control (APSIC) awarded FMRI's CSSD the Centre of Excellence designation.
• International patient services;
  • The hospital covers over 175 countries with more than 20 international government tie-ups.
  • Its International patient services include personalised treatment plans and estimates, visa assistance, airport pickup and drop, a relationship manager, accommodation and food, discharge, departure, and post-hospitalisation care.

• Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, the Apollo Hospitals Group's flagship, is India's premier multi-super specialty hospital. It was founded as a joint venture with the Government of Delhi and has constantly ranked at the top of medical quality.

• Indraprastha Apollo, India's first hospital to be globally recognised by JCI in 2005, has established itself as a worldwide leader in organ transplantation and cardiac sciences.

• Indraprastha Apollo has earned numerous prestigious awards and recognitions, including:

  • It is the first hospital in India to be accredited by JCI (2005) and has been consecutively re-accredited.

  • Featured among the World's Best Hospitals in the Newsweek survey (2025).

  • FICCI Medical Value Travel Award for the Best Private Hospital for Medical Tourism (2019).

  • Golden Peacock Award for excellence in Risk Management.

• The hospital has achieved many groundbreaking milestones and holds extensive records in clinical excellence, such as:

  • Performed India's first successful paediatric liver transplant in 1998.

  • One of the world's busiest solid organ transplant centres, with over 500 paediatric liver transplants performed by 2011.

  • Achieved a 99.6% success rate in cardiac bypass (CABG) surgeries, with 91% performed on a beating heart.

  • A pioneer in robotic surgery across multiple specialties.

International Patient Services

Indraprastha Apollo is a preferred destination for international patients, offering comprehensive and personalised care:

• Pre-arrival Consultation and Case Review: Patients can receive medical opinions and treatment cost estimates from senior consultants prior to their visit.

• Visa & Travel Assistance: The hospital provides medical visa invitation letters and support for travel arrangements.

• Airport Pick-up/Drop-off: Complimentary transportation is arranged from and to the airport for a seamless arrival and departure.

• Multilingual Interpreters: Professional interpreters are available to ensure clear communication between patients and the medical team.

• Express Check-in, Dedicated Lounge & Personal Coordinators: A dedicated international patient lounge and personal coordinators ensure fast-tracked services and continuous support.

• Assistance with Accommodation and Food Arrangements: The team assists in finding suitable hotels or guesthouses and arranges customised meal plans.

• Artemis Hospital, founded in 2007 and spanning across 9 acres, stands as a premier multi-specialty hospital in Gurgaon, India.
• This esteemed hospital has been recognised with NABH, NABL along with JCI accreditation a remarkable three times, pioneering among other hospitals in Gurgaon.
• In 2011, it was honoured with the Asia Pacific Hand Hygiene Excellence Award by WHO.
• For its high-led technology, which ensures medical excellence, the hospital has been regarded as the Best Super Specialty Hospital in Delhi NCR by the Indian Excellence Award in 2017 and, consecutively, in 2018, the Best Multi-Specialty Hospital in Delhi NCR by the Health Care Awards.
• In 2019, the hospital received the Kayakalp Award from the Quality Council of India in association with the Government of India for promoting cleanliness, hygiene, and infection control.
• International patient services: It extends seamless international patient services by providing medical visa assistance, air ambulances, language interpretation services, and other services, thus ensuring a seamless experience for its cross-border patients.
• It actively collaborates with a range of insurance providers, striving to make top-quality healthcare services more accessible and affordable for the patients.

• Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, one of the most modern and state-of-the-art multi-speciality tertiary care hospitals in Mumbai, was launched in 2008 by Reliance Group.
• It is the only hospital in Mumbai with all four renowned accreditations, including the National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers (NABH), National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL), India, Joint Commission International (JCI), and College of American Pathology (CAP), USA.
• It is the only Indian hospital to perform the fastest 1000 robotic surgeries within 48 months of launch and overall over 3615 robotic surgeries.
• The hospital has established 18 advanced cancer care centres which have performed over 21022 complex cancer surgeries with excellent outcomes.
• The hospital has received the following awards:
  • FE Healthcare Awards 2024
  • Winner of the Organizational Report Competition during Quality Month 2023
  • No. 1 Multispeciality Hospital in Mumbai and Western India
  • Best Multispeciality Hospital in Mumbai Award at the Navbharat Healthcare Awards 2023
  • Hospital of the Year 2023 - Multispeciality, National Award
  • Ranked No. 1 Multispecialty Hospital in Mumbai and Western India by The Week Magazine - 7th year in a row
  • Best Multispeciality Hospital of Western India 2022
  • FE Best Hospital Awards 2022 for excellence in Multispeciality, Oncology, Orthopaedics and Neurology
  • Univants of Healthcare Excellence Certificate of Achievement 2021
  • Trusted Hospital in Mumbai 2021 award
  • Best Multispeciality Hospital in Mumbai award at the Nava Bharat Healthcare Awards 2021
  • Best Multispeciality Hospital Western Region Award at ET Health Awards 2021
  • Univants of Healthcare Excellence 2020 Certificate of Achievement
  • Best Multispeciality Hospital - National, Best Hospital for Oncology and Diabetology - Western India at ET Healthworld Hospital Awards 2020
  • Reader's Digest Most Trusted Hospital award
  • Best Multispeciality Hospital Award 2018
  • Centre for Excellence Award for Neurology at the India Healthcare and Wellness Awards
  • Excellence in Multispecialty Hospital Award at the India Today Excellence Healthcare Awards 2018
  • Reader's Digest's Trusted Hospital Award 2017 for Oncology
  • Best Multispecialty Hospital at BW Businessworld Healthcare & Summit Awards on 29th June 2016
  • One of the Reader's Digest Trusted Hospitals, 2016
  • Smartest Hospital Building by Honeywell
• International Patient Services -
  • The hospital offers specialised services for patients from around the world, guaranteeing them a pleasant and comfortable experience during their visit.
  • It was amongst the first hospitals in India to accept international patients, with COVID-related protocols in practice for doctors, support staff, patients, and relatives.

• BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, established in 1959 by Dr. B. L. Kapur and inaugurated by the then-Prime Minister of India, Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru is one of the biggest and most prestigious private tertiary care hospitals in Delhi NCR.
• Internationally accredited by JCI and nationally by NABH and NABL, BLK-Max is a benchmark for clinical excellence, patient safety, and innovation. 
• The hospital has been honoured with numerous awards, including:
  • ET Healthworld Award for Best Multi-Speciality Hospital.
  • AHPI Award for "Quality Beyond Accreditation" (2017-2018).
  • CNBC-TV18 Award for Best Multi-Speciality Hospital (Metro) in 2017.
  • India Today recognised it as a "Trusted Hospital" in 2018.
• The hospital has achieved many pioneering milestones and holds an extensive record of clinical excellence:
  • Home to North India's Largest Bone Marrow Transplant Centre, one of the biggest in Asia, performing 100+ transplants annually.
  • Performed the First MUD (Matched Unrelated Donor) Transplant in Delhi.
  • Pioneered the use of advanced radiosurgery, becoming the first in Asia (and 7th globally) to install the CyberKnife VSI.
  • Among the First private centres in India to successfully perform Liver and Heart Transplants.
  • One of the first hospitals in NCR to introduce the TomoTherapy system for precision radiotherapy.

International Patient Services

BLK-Max caters to over 20,000 international patients annually from 80+ countries, offering a seamless and supportive healthcare journey:

• Pre-arrival Consultation & Case Review: Patients can consult with specialists online to receive a detailed treatment plan and cost estimate before travelling.
• Visa & Travel Assistance: The dedicated international team provides medical visa invitation letters and assists with travel arrangements.
• Airport Pick-up/Drop-off: Complimentary transportation is arranged to and from the airport for a hassle-free arrival and departure.
• Multilingual Interpreters: Professional interpreters are available to ensure clear communication between patients, families, and the medical team.
• Express Check-in, Dedicated Lounge & Personal Coordinators: A dedicated international lounge and personal care coordinators provide expedited services and personalised assistance.
• Assistance with Accommodation and Local Services: The team helps arrange nearby hotels, guesthouses, currency exchange, and customised meal plans.

• Established in 1988, Fortis Escorts Heart Institute (FEHI), part of the Fortis group, is recognised worldwide for its clinical excellence in cardiac care.
• Quality awards and accreditations include JCI Accreditation since 2010, NABH Accreditation for the hospital in 2008 for its Blood Bank, Lab, and Nursing Excellence, and NABL for Laboratory Services in 2013.
• It is a premier multi-disciplinary hospital providing tertiary care, particularly known for its path-breaking work in Cardiac Sciences.
• Fortis Escorts Heart Institute has received numerous accolades for excellence in patient care and medical innovation.
• Awards include:
  • Best Hospital in Cardiology by Times Healthcare Achievers Awards
  • Excellence in Healthcare by AHPI
  • Best Hospital in Cardiology by ICICI Lombard & CNBC TV 18 Healthcare Awards
  • Excellence in Cardiac Care by ABP Healthcare Leadership
  • Best Cardiology Hospital by ET Healthcare Awards
  • Gold Award in Healthcare Delivery Brand
  • Best Hospital in Cardiology Specialty by The Week Magazine in India
  • Best Private Cardiac Hospital in India by The Week magazine (2014)
  • Best Comprehensive Cardiac Care Service Provider in India by Frost & Sullivan (2014)
  • Best Institution Award by Delhi Medical Association (2013)
  • Leading Heart Care Centre in North India at the Global Healthcare Excellence Awards 2013
  • Finest Single Specialty Hospital – Cardiology at India Healthcare Awards 2012
• It is the first hospital in India to conduct Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) and bioresorbable vascular scaffold (BVS) and is a pioneer of the TAVR Centre in India to start Percutaneous Transcatheter Replacement of Aortic Valve.
• The facility conducted Asia Pacific’s first Directional Atherectomy, Angioscopy, and Drug-Eluting Stenting.
• Fortis Escorts Heart Institute set a Guinness World Record for organising the largest-ever initiative to test cholesterol levels in the NCR region to combat heart disease.
• International Patient Services;
  • Fortis Escorts Heart Institute provides affordable healthcare services for international patients, with a global reach covering 175+ countries and 20+ international government tie-ups.
  • It receives a large number of international patients every year and has been honoured with numerous awards for “Best Hospital in Cardiology,” Patient Experience, and Nursing Experience.
  • Comprehensive services for international patients include visa invitation letters, airport pickup, travel arrangements, accommodation near the hospital, interpreters and translators, money exchange, and SIM services.

• Established in 2005, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, is considered one of the best hospitals in the country. 
• The hospital is accredited with NABH and JCI and provides the highest quality of patient safety and care.
• It is a regional hub for complex procedures, including targeted cancer treatments, neurovascular intervention, heart surgeries, orthopaedic surgeries, liver & kidney transplants, and fertility treatments.
• Max Institute of Minimal Access and Bariatric Surgery, Saket is accredited as the First and Founder Center of Excellence in ‘Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery’ (2011 - 2014) by the Surgical Review Corporation, USA.
• Max Hospital has also received many awards, including:
  • Awarded for its initiatives towards customer experience improvement & for patient safety at FICCI Healthcare Excellence Awards
  • Express Healthcare Awards for Excellence in Healthcare
  • Honoured with the First Global Green OT Accreditation
  • D L Shah National Award on 'Economics of Quality' by Quality Council of India
• International Patient Services - With highly experienced, internationally renowned doctors and advanced medical technology, the hospital provides tailored services to ensure a seamless experience for international patients. 

• Inaugurated in 1951 by India’s first prime minister - Jawaharlal Nehru, Nanavati Super Specialty Hospital has been at the forefront of healthcare for 65 years.
• Accredited by NABH, the hospital has multiple achievements to its credit including E-India Award in 2010, Edge Awards in 2011 and 2012, Healthcare Excellence Award, CISCO Technology Award and Medical Excellence Award.
• One of the most advanced centers for Digestive and Hepatobiliary diseases, Gastro-Intestinal Surgery and Minimal Access & Bariatric Surgery in North India.
• Hospital has won the NABH Nursing Excellence Certification award due to the quality of nursing care.

• Fortis Hospital, Bannerghatta Road, a multi-speciality hospital, commenced operations in Bangalore in 2006. 
• Accredited with NABH and JCI, USA, the hospital has established itself as a premier medical facility in the field of healthcare.
• It is the only Indian Hospital to be featured by the Medical Travel Quality Alliance (MTQUA) among the world’s top five destinations for medical tourism.
• The hospital has won many awards, including the following:
  • Ranked no. 2 in the ‘Best Multi-Specialty Hospital in Bangalore’ by The Week in AC Nielsen survey
  • Ranked as the ‘Best Hospital in Bengaluru for Cardiac Care’ by the 8th Outlook Hospital Survey, 2002
  • International Medical Tourism Accreditations for Excellence in Care
  • National Energy Conservation Award 2014 
  • Healthcare and Social Care Support Award
  • Global Marketing Excellence Award
  • Breastfeeding Promotion Network India Award
  • Excellence in Facility Management Award
  • AHPI Award and Asian Patient Safety Award 
• International Patient Services - Fortis Hospital offers assistance to patients from over 175 countries through its international patient services.

• Medanta - The Medicity Hospital, Gurgaon, founded by Dr. Naresh Trehan, a world-renowned cardiovascular and cardiothoracic surgeon.
• It is one of India's largest and most reputed Multi-Super Specialty Health Institutes.
• The hospital holds NABH and NABL accreditations at the National level & JCI, USA accreditations on an International level.
• It has received several prestigious awards, including
  • Ranked as the Best Private Hospital in India for four consecutive years (2020-2023)
  • Featured in the top 250 World's Best Hospitals Survey by Newsweek in 2023
  • Ranked Among the top hospitals in 9 categories according to the Time Health Survey in 2022
  • Recognised as the Best Multi-Specialty Hospital in India by the Time Health Survey in 2021
  • Awarded the Best Hospital for Medical Tourism by the India Healthcare Award in 2020.
  • Recognised as the Best Hospital for Neurosurgery and Neurology by the India Today Award in 2018.
  • Awarded the VCCircle Healthcare Awards for the Single Specialty Healthcare Entity category in 2013.
  • Asia’s First Bloodless Bone Marrow Transplant HealthCare Global Enterprises (HCG) awarded the hospital the title of Best Multispecialty Hospital in 2010

• It was the first hospital in the country to offer Robotic Surgeries in Cardiology, Urology, and Gynaecology.
• They launched India's first Air Ambulance, known as 'Flying Doctors India' in 2013.
• International Patient Services;
  • More than 20,000 patients from over 30 countries come to Medanta Hospital each year for treatment.
  • The hospital partners with insurance providers like Cigna, NHIF, AON-Minet, Jubilee Insurance (Kenya), AON-Minet, Sanlam/Soras, Radiant, and Prestige (Rwanda), the Ministry of Health in Zambia, and the Bank of Uganda.
  • Services for international patients include case assessment, telecommunication if needed, help with appointments and visas, pick-up and drop-off, foreign language interpreters, express check-in to the international lounge, dedicated staff, food arrangements, affordable guest house options, and ambulance services.

• Fortis Hospital, Noida, is a NABH-accredited multi-speciality tertiary care hospital established in 2004, providing outstanding medical care spanning a broad range of specialties.
• It is part of Fortis Healthcare Limited, one of India's largest healthcare organisations, which is listed on the BSE Ltd and the National Stock Exchange (NSE).
• With the trust of 1.2 million patients, it has been ranked among the best private hospitals in Delhi NCR by the Week magazine survey 2019 along with some other recognitions such as:
  • Diamond Category Award for Brain Stroke management by World Stroke Organisation
  • Silver & Bronze Awards at Government of India National Energy Conservation Awards
  • Award of Merit received from American Heart Association for being an International Training Centre for ACLS & BLS
  • Best Super Speciality Hospital in North India at National Business Leadership and Service Excellence Awards
  • Gold Award at UP State Energy Conservation Awards in 2017
  • Patient Safety and Quality Award in 2017
  • Pharmacie De Qualite Gold Certification in 2017
• Fortis Noida exemplified its expertise by performing a life-saving treatment on a 2-month-old infant who had been diagnosed with the first reported case of Rhodotorula infection along with CMV Meningitis.
• International patient services: It provides airport pickup and drop by facilitating Fortis Kiosk at IGI, New Delhi airport, a SIM card to contact any of their relatives back home, VISA/FRRO assistance, language interpreters, foreign exchange conversion at the hospital and many other amenities for streamlined assistance.

• Jaslok Hospital Mumbai was established on 6th July 1973 by philanthropist Seth Lokoomal Chanrai and surgeon Shantilal Jamnadas Mehta. 
• The facility has been accredited by the National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers (NABH) and ISO Certifications.
• Jaslok Hospital Mumbai achieved several milestones, including;
  • 1973: Launched as the first private urology department in India and performed the first renal transplant.
  • 1974: Introduced an Artificial Kidney Department (AKD), a pioneering effort in the private sector for kidney treatments.
  • Late 1970s: Established the endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolism unit and was the first to set up Radioimmunoassay (RIA) in the country.
  • 1977: Became the first in Mumbai to introduce 2D Echocardiography and performed various pioneering cardiac procedures.
  • 1984: Established the Imaging and Interventional Radiology department, known for its diagnostic and interventional radiology services.
  • 1988: Initiated a comprehensive Functional Neurosurgical program, providing specialised care for various neurological conditions.
  • 1990: Launched the Department of Assisted Reproduction and Genetics, treating over 6000 couples and resulting in the birth of over 20,000 babies.
  • 1995: Introduced the first Headache Clinic in the country to cater to chronic headache patients.
  • 1997: Performed the first bladder pacemaker implantation in India.
  • 1998: Achieved several milestones, including the first successful living-related liver transplant in India and Western India.
  • 1999: Began offering Neuropsychiatry services, a pioneering effort in combining neurology and psychiatry.
  • 2000: Became the first to perform a successful bone marrow transplant in India and set up a specialised Bone Marrow Transplant department.
  • 2003: Performed the first endovenous Laser treatment for Varicose Veins in the country.
  • 2005: Achieved several firsts, including the world’s first Cumulus Aided Transfer (CAT) IVF procedure and introduced advanced imaging technologies.
  • 2010: Pioneered the first Intracranial Aneurysm Coil procedure in India and incorporated MRGFUS technology.
  • 2018: Launched a new ICU, a Heart Failure Clinic, and was recognised as a Centre of Excellence for Wilson’s Disease.
  • 2020: Restarted renal transplants post-COVID-19 pandemic and administered over 5 lakh vaccines during the pandemic.
  • 2021: Introduced TrueBeam Linear Accelerator for advanced radiation therapy and continued excellence in critical care services.
  • 2022: Built the Jaslok Annexe, a new facility with advanced healthcare services, and expanded the Renal Sciences Department.
  • 2023: Introduced several new services, including a state-of-the-art Mammography Department, the first Restorative and Regenerative Medicine department, and a Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery fellowship.
• It is one of India’s largest research centres, conducting various clinical trials and research projects in collaboration with institutions both in India and abroad.
• It plays a significant role in serving the less fortunate sections of society, with 20% of its beds allocated to disadvantaged and weaker sections of the community.
• International Patient Services;
  • Pre-Travel Support: The hospital offers virtual medical consultations, medical history assessments, and travel logistics support for international patients.
  • During Stay: It provides various room options, translator services, and assistance for a comfortable stay.
  • Post-Visit Support: It offers medical records and virtual consultation facilities for patients preparing to return home.
  • Special Facilities for international patients include:
    • Airport Pickup
    • Ambulance Services
    • Translator Services
    • Appointment Coordination
    • Locker Facilities
    • Health Insurance Coordination
    • Diet on Request
    • International Cuisine