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Dr. Vibhor Upadhyay
SPECIALIZED NEUROLOGICAL CARE

Expertise & Specialization

Comprehensive clinical evaluation and evidence-based treatment for brain, spine, nerve, and movement disorders under Dr. Vibhor Upadhyay.

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Most Promising Neurologist in North India · Lucknow

Dr. Vibhor Upadhyay

Senior Consultant Neurologist
Apollo Hospitals & Medanta Alumni · Lucknow

Dynamic Senior Consultant in Apollomedics Super Speciality Hospitals, Lucknow with 12+ years of clinical excellence, including 6 years at AIIMS New Delhi and 4 years at Medanta Hospital, Lucknow. Specializing in acute stroke management (IV thrombolysis in window period), BOTOX therapy in movement disorders & chronic migraine, and case selection for DBS and epilepsy surgery.

✓1. Stroke Patient Care
✓2. Botox Therapy
✓3. Migraine Management
✓4. Epilepsy & Seizure Care
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National Award 2026
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3. Migraine & Headache Care
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4. Epilepsy & Seizures
Emergency & Acute Stroke Care

Acute Stroke Intervention & Golden 4.5-Hour Window

A stroke is a medical emergency where rapid intervention saves brain tissue. With over 11,600+ thrombolysis cases evaluated and managed, Dr. Vibhor Upadhyay provides immediate neurovascular assessment, rapid neuroimaging correlation, and protocol-driven acute stroke management at Apollomedics Super Speciality Hospitals.

F.A.S.T. Screening
Face, Arms, Speech, Time
4.5-Hour Golden Window
Emergency IV Thrombolysis
CT & MRI Stroke Protocol
Advanced Neurovascular Imaging
Comprehensive Recovery
Secondary Prevention & Rehab

Suspecting a Stroke?

Every minute counts during an acute ischemic stroke. Seek immediate emergency evaluation at Apollo Hospitals Lucknow.

Public Health & Clinical Leadership

Advancing Stroke Awareness Through Knowledge & Collaboration

Transforming acute stroke care requires a unified continuum—uniting families through early symptom awareness, emergency first-responders with protocol-driven triage, and medical peers through continuous clinical education.

Pillar 01

Community & Public Education

B.E. F.A.S.T. Symptom Recognition

Empowering patients, families, and caregivers across Lucknow and peripheral regions to recognize non-obvious stroke warning signs—loss of balance, eye changes, facial drooping, and sudden weakness.

  • Public awareness drives & caregiver workshops
  • Highlighting the critical "Golden Hour" concept
Pillar 02

"Code Stroke" Emergency Triage

Rapid 4.5-Hour IV Thrombolysis

Collaborating with emergency room teams, ambulance paramedics, and diagnostic suites to achieve rapid Door-to-Needle thrombolysis times and preserve vital brain tissue.

  • Streamlined emergency neuro-imaging triage
  • Over 8,600+ stroke care cases evaluated
Pillar 03

Physician CMEs & Symposia

Academic Conclaves & Clinical Sharing

Active participation in national stroke conclaves, scientific forums, and continuing medical education (CME) sessions for primary care physicians on secondary prevention and acute referral.

  • Clinical sessions on acute stroke protocols
  • INSC Best Paper Award winning research
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Integrated Neuro-Rehabilitation

Holistic Post-Stroke Recovery

Partnering with physical therapists, speech language pathologists, and neuro-psychologists to design individualized rehabilitation pathways that restore function and prevent stroke recurrence.

  • Personalized mobility & speech therapy plans
  • Targeted vascular risk reduction & follow-up

“Every minute saved during an acute ischemic stroke preserves nearly 1.9 million brain cells. Through collective awareness, seamless physician partnerships, and rapid hospital action, we transform stroke from an emergency into an opportunity for full recovery.”

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Dr. Vibhor UpadhyaySenior Consultant Neurologist · Apollo Hospitals & Medanta Alumni
8,600+Cases Managed
4.5 HrsGolden Window
24/7Code Stroke

Neurology Treatments & Procedures at Apollomedics Super Speciality Hospitals

Comprehensive care for Acute Stroke IV Thrombolysis, Botox for Movement Disorders & Migraine, DBS Candidate Selection for Parkinson's, Refractory Epilepsy Surgery Workup, and Transcranial Doppler (TCD) Ultrasound.

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Patient Testimonials & Google Reviews

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“When my father suffered a stroke, Dr. Vibhor Upadhyay treated him within the critical window period at Apollomedics Hospital Lucknow. Thanks to his prompt IV thrombolysis treatment, my father has completely recovered.”

— Rameshwar Prasad (Lucknow)

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“I suffered from unbearable chronic migraine for over 7 years. Dr. Vibhor's Botox treatment protocol changed my life completely. I haven't had a single severe headache episode in 6 months.”

— Anjali S. (Lucknow)

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“Dr. Vibhor's guidance on Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for my brother's Parkinson's disease was extremely thorough and reassuring. His expertise from AIIMS Delhi and Medanta truly shows.”

— S. K. Verma (Kanpur)

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“Extremely compassionate doctor and highly accurate diagnosis for complex neurological issues. His stroke protocol awareness is lifesaving.”

— Meenakshi Malhotra (Lucknow)

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“Dr. Vibhor diagnosed my epilepsy condition accurately after years of misdiagnosis elsewhere. His treatment plan has given me my normal life back.”

— Rajesh Kumar (Gorakhpur)

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“Very patient listener and exceptionally skilled neurologist. The Botox treatment for my cervical dystonia provided immediate and lasting relief.”

— Priya Sharma (Kanpur)

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“Consulted Dr. Vibhor Upadhyay at Apollomedics Hospital Lucknow for my mother's dementia and memory decline. His thorough cognitive evaluation and guidance helped us tremendously.”

— Sunita Yadav (Lucknow)

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“Suffered severe nerve pain and sciatica. Dr. Vibhor's precise treatment strategy and non-surgical nerve therapy relieved my backache within weeks.”

— Alok Pandey (Barabanki)

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“Best neurologist in Lucknow! His Transcranial Doppler (TCD) evaluation caught my vascular stenosis early and prevented a major stroke.”

— Dr. N. K. Srivastava (Lucknow)

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“Trigeminal neuralgia pain was unbearable. Dr. Vibhor's specialized medication plan provided rapid relief when no other doctor could help.”

— Vikrant Singh (Prayagraj)

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“Excellent clinical care and warm approach. He explained every aspect of Parkinson's medication schedule in simple detail to our family.”

— Harish Chandra (Varanasi)

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“Outstanding experience at Apollomedics Lucknow with Dr. Vibhor. Highly recommended for any complex brain or nerve disorder.”

— Pooja Rastogi (Lucknow)

PATIENT GUIDANCE & CLARITY

FAQ’s on Neurology & Stroke Care

Frequently asked clinical questions regarding neurological symptoms, headache management, acute stroke care, and outpatient consultations with Dr. Vibhor Upadhyay.

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What is the 'window period' in acute stroke management?
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The window period refers to the critical first 4.5 hours after the onset of stroke symptoms when intravenous thrombolytic medications (clot-busters) can be administered to dissolve brain blood clots and prevent permanent neurological disability.
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How does BOTOX therapy work for chronic migraine and dystonia?
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Who is a candidate for Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) in Parkinson's Disease?
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What are the OPD days and timings for Dr. Vibhor Upadhyay?
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Videos & Patient Awareness

Clinical Features & Video Interviews

Apollo Hospital Awareness SessionWorld Alzheimer's Day: Patient Awareness & Early Symptoms
Dr. Vibhor Upadhyay Interview — Comprehensive Care
Clinical Insights & Patient Guidance
Neurological Examination & Patient Evaluation
Emergency Stroke Thrombolysis & Acute Protocol

YouTube Patient Awareness Series

Evidence-Based Clinical Science

Published Clinical Studies & Research

Peer-reviewed papers, clinical trials, and conference abstracts authored by Dr. Vibhor Upadhyay across international and national medical journals. Click any study to read the published article directly.

#012021 · Annals of Indian Academy of Neurology
PubMed

Cobalamin C Disease: Cognitive Dysfunction, Spastic Ataxic Paraparesis, and Cerebral White Matter Hyperintensities in a Genetic but Easily Treatable Cause!

Authors: Agarwal A, Upadhyay V, Gupta A, Garg A, Vishnu VY, Rajan R, Singh MB, Bhatia R, Srivastava MVP.

Investigation of inborn errors of cobalamin metabolism presenting with progressive cognitive dysfunction and spastic paraparesis, highlighting complete clinical reversibility with early therapy.

AIIMS ResearchRead Article ↗
#022022 · Microorganisms (MDPI)
PubMed

Mucormycosis in COVID-19 Patients: A Case-Control Study.

Authors: Pandit AK, Tangri P, Misra S, Srivastava MVP, Bhatnagar S, Thakar A, Sikka K, Panda S, Vishnu VY, Singh RK, Das A, Radhakrishnan DM, Srivastava AK, Subramaniam R, Trikha A, Agarwal A, Rajan R, Upadhyay V, Parikipandla S, Singh A, Kairo A.

Comprehensive multi-departmental case-control study evaluating clinical risk factors, rhinosinusitis, and cranial neuropathy outcomes in secondary rhino-orbital-cerebral mucormycosis.

High-Impact Multi-Center StudyRead Article ↗
#032019 · American Journal of Emergency Medicine
PubMed

Fasciculating toxicity.

Authors: Ranjan A, Jamshed N, Aggarwal P, Upadhyay V.

Clinical presentation and emergency resuscitation protocol for acute neuro-muscular fasciculation toxicity presenting to the tertiary emergency care department.

Emergency MedicineRead Article ↗
#042025 · Journal of Applied Bioanalysis
DOI

Etiological Profile Of Dizziness And Vertigo In A Neurological Outpatient Setting

Authors: Dr. Pooja Tripathi, Dr. Keerthiraj DB, Dr. Vibhor Upadhyay, Dr. A K Thakkar, Dr. Ritwiz Bihari.

Prospective evaluation analyzing central vs peripheral etiologies, vestibular migraine diagnostic criteria, and benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) management pathways.

Clinical EpidemiologyRead Article ↗
#052026 · SVOA Neurology
DOI

Autonomic Dysfunction as a Paraneoplastic Syndrome in Hodgkin's Lymphoma: A Case Report

Authors: Upadhyay V, Tripathi P, Thacker AK.

Rare case identification of acute pandysautonomia presenting as an early paraneoplastic herald of occult Hodgkin's lymphoma, resolving with systemic therapy.

Case ReportRead Article ↗
#062026 · Pain, Joints, Spine
DOI

A Comprehensive Review of Pharmacological Management of Chronic Pain in Joint and Spine Disorders: Efficacy, Safety, and Therapeutic Advances

Authors: Dr. Ketaki Marodkar, Dr. Rachana Naitam, Sayli Kulkarni, Dr. Vibhor Upadhyay, D. Munirajasekhar.

Systematic pharmacological review detailing neuropathic pain pathways, spinal radiculopathy interventions, central sensitization mechanisms, and multimodal non-opioid strategies.

Review ArticleRead Article ↗
#072026 · Genetics and Molecular Research
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Optic Nerve Sheath Diameter And Intracranial Pressure: Molecular Pathophysiology And Multidisciplinary Applications In Ophthalmology, Radiology, And General Surgery

Authors: Dr. Aliya Shabir, Dr. Junaid Nabi Wani, Dr. Muzaffar Hussain Sherwani, Dr. J.K. Bansal, Dr. Jatin Bansal, Dr. Vibhor Upadhyay.

Evaluation of non-invasive bedside ocular ultrasonography (ONSD) for real-time intracranial hypertension monitoring in neuro-critical care and surgical triage.

Bedside DiagnosticsRead Article ↗
#082023 · Annals of Indian Academy of Neurology (IANCON)
PMCID

Case Series of Rescue Stenting for Acute Ischemic Stroke Due to Intracranial Atherosclerotic Stenosis Related Major Vessel Occlusion

Authors: Vibhor Upadhyay, A. Thacker, Ritwiz Bihari, Sudhakar Pandey, Pradeep Gupta, Rohit Agrawal, Rakesh Mishra, Amrin Ir.

Clinical analysis of emergency rescue intracranial stenting protocols in large vessel occlusions refractory to mechanical thrombectomy, achieving successful TICI 2b/3 revascularization.

Code Stroke SeriesRead Article ↗
#092022 · Annals of Indian Academy of Neurology (AIIMS New Delhi)
PMCID

A Prospective Study of Burden Among Care Giver of Patients who Underwent Decompressive Hemicraniectomy Following Malignant Middle Cerebral Artery Infarction

Authors: Vibhor Upadhyay, M. V. Padma Srivastav, Rohit Bhatia, Deepti Vibha, Awadh K. Pandit.

Prospective longitudinal study at AIIMS New Delhi quantifying physical, emotional, and economic burdens on caregivers following life-saving malignant MCA decompressive surgery.

AIIMS Platform AwardRead Article ↗
#102023 · Annals of Indian Academy of Neurology (IANCON)
PMCID

Unusual Case of Autoimmunity: Multiple Sclerosis with Myasthenia Gravis

Authors: Vibhor Upadhyay, Anoop Thacker, Ritwiz Bihari, Sudhakar Pandey, Pradeep Gupta, Rakesh Mishra.

Detailed case report exploring central and peripheral autoimmune overlap between demyelinating central CNS multiple sclerosis and acetylcholine receptor-positive neuromuscular junction myasthenia.

Autoimmune NeurologyRead Article ↗
#112024 · Clinical Case Reports International
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Uncommon Side Effect of Commonly Used Over the Counter Medicine

Authors: Vibhor U*, Anup KT.

Diagnostic vigilance report highlighting an unheralded neurological complication associated with chronic over-the-counter self-medication.

Open Access PDFRead Article ↗
#122017 · International Journal of Medical Research Review
DOI

Association of Subclinical Hypothyroidism with Atherosclerosis in Central India

Authors: Upadhyay V, Deopujari K, Dubey TN, Sharma A, Tripathi P.

Epidemiological cohort study establishing carotid intima-media thickness (CIMT) progression and subclinical thyroid dysregulation as early biomarkers of ischemic vascular risk.

Vascular PreventionRead Article ↗
National & International Recognition

Peer-Reviewed Evidence in Leading Medical Archives

Dr. Vibhor Upadhyay's research is archived in NCBI National Library of Medicine (PubMed / PMC), Europe PMC, and DOI-registered international scientific publishers.

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Meet the Neurologist

Dr. Vibhor Upadhyay

Senior Consultant Neurologist · Apollomedics Super Speciality Hospitals

Dr. Vibhor Upadhyay is a Senior Consultant in Neurology with experience in managing a wide range of neurological conditions. Key areas of interest include acute stroke management, headache & migraine, movement disorders, Botox therapy, Parkinson's disease, DBS evaluation, epilepsy surgery evaluation, and demyelinating diseases. Professional experience includes work at AIIMS Delhi, Medanta Hospital Lucknow, and Apollo Hospitals Lucknow.

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