Dr. M V PADMA SRIVASTAVA

Dr. M V PADMA SRIVASTAVA

Brief Profile:

Padma Shri Dr. (Prof.) M.V Padma Srivastava, who is presently the Chairperson of Neurology at Paras Health Gurugram, exemplifies innovation and excellence within the realm of neurosciences. With a remarkable career that spans over forty years, Dr. Padma Srivastava has consistently advanced the frontiers of stroke management, Alzheimer's disease research, and neurological care in India. Her groundbreaking efforts in the establishment of hyperacute thrombolysis programs for acute ischemic stroke have transformed stroke care delivery systems throughout the nation, enhancing the accessibility and cost-effectiveness of essential treatments. As the previous Head of the Department of Neurology and Chief of the Neurosciences Center at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, she has played a pivotal role in formulating national guidelines for thrombolysis in stroke and in creating stroke registries designed to enhance care and prevention strategies. Dr. Padma Srivastava's commitment to addressing deficiencies in stroke care delivery, especially in underserved areas, has garnered her numerous awards and recognition on both national and international stages.

She has participated as a member of multiple governmental and institutional task forces and advisory boards, including the Specialty Advisory Board for Neurology established by the National Board of Examinations (NBE), as well as various task forces associated with the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) under the Government of India.

Education:

• MBBS from Osmania Medical College, India
• MD in General Medicine from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, India
• DM in Neurology from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, India
• Dr. Srivastava holds several prestigious fellowships, including MAMS, FAMS, F.N.A.Sc, FIAN, FRCP (Edinburgh, UK), and FNA.

AWARDS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS

• Padma Shri by the President of India (2016).
• National Icon in Stroke Care at the Stroke Innovations & Excellence Awards (2024).
• National Award for Science and Technology Communication from the Department of Science & Technology, Government of India (2017).
• Excellence in Innovations for Health Care Improvement by NCD, Rajasthan (2016).
• Janani Award for dedicated efforts towards a healthier India, conferred by the Hon'ble Minister of State for Health & Family Welfare (2021).
• Guardian of Health Award (2020).
• Anandibai Joshee Oration (2022)
• V.P. Sharma Oration (2021)
• Baldev Singh Oration (2018)
• Mridula Kambhoj Oration (2017)
• Veer Raghavareddy Oration (2015)
• Endowment Oration (2015)
• K.L. Wig Oration (2012)
• Achanta Laxmipathy Oration (2006-2007)
• Vimla Virmani Oration (1998-1999).

MEMBERSHIPS & CERTIFICATIONS

• Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (FRCP), Edinburgh, UK
• Fellow of the National Academy of Medical Sciences (FAMS)
• Fellow of the Indian National Science Academy (FNA)
• Fellow of the National Academy of Sciences, India (F.N.A.Sc)
• Fellow of the Indian Academy of Neurology (FIAN)
• World Stroke Organization (WSO) (Member)
• Indian Stroke Association (Past President for 2013-2014)
• Delhi Neurological Association (Member)
• Geriatric Society of India (Invited Member)
• Neurological Society of India (NSI) (Member)
• Indian Epilepsy Association (IEA) (Life Member)
• Indian Academy of Science Communication (Member)