About Dr. Smruti R. Babtiwale
Neurologist in Nagpur
Dr. Smruti R. Babtiwale is a Consultant Neurologist at Swasthyam Superspeciality Hospital, Nagpur, with specialised clinical experience in managing complex neurological conditions across academic and hospital settings. She completed her DM in Neurology from AIIMS, New Delhi and her MD in Medicine from Seth GSMC and KEM Hospital, Mumbai, two of India’s most prestigious medical institutions, bringing a strong foundation in both research and clinical neurology to her practice in Nagpur.
Prior to joining Swasthyam, Dr. Smruti Babtiwale served as an Assistant Professor and Department In charge at AIIMS, Nagpur for two and a half years, where she led high volume patient care alongside active teaching and medical research responsibilities. Her academic and research background is reflected in her published contributions to leading neurology journals and her participation as a collaborator in an ICMR funded project on telestroke management.
At Swasthyam Superspeciality Hospital, Dr. Smruti Babtiwale brings subspecialty expertise in vascular neurology, neuro immunology, and preventive neurology. She is particularly recognised for her work in acute stroke care, epilepsy management, and neurocritical care, making her one of the most clinically experienced neurologists available to patients in Nagpur and the Vidarbha region.
Educational Qualifications
- 2017 to 2020: DM (Neurology), AIIMS, New Delhi
- 2013 to 2016: MD (Medicine), Seth GSMC and KEM Hospital, Mumbai
- 2006 to 2012: MBBS, Shri V N Government Medical College, Yavatmal
Work Experience
Consultant Neurologist
Swasthyam Superspeciality Hospital, Nagpur (Current)
Assistant Professor and Department In charge, Neurology
AIIMS, Nagpur (2.5 Years)
Services Offered
- Comprehensive Stroke Management including Thrombolysis and Secondary Prevention
- Management of Epilepsy and Seizure Disorders
- Neurocritical Care and Acute Neurological Emergencies
- Diagnostic Neurophysiology including EEG, EMG, and Nerve Conduction Velocity studies
- Therapeutic Procedures including Lumbar Puncture and Botox for neurological indications
- Cognitive and Dementia Evaluations
Special Interests and Areas of Expertise
- Vascular Neurology: Expert in acute stroke care and SMART INDIA telestroke protocols, with direct research involvement in smartphone based remote stroke management systems.
- Neuro Immunology: Research focus on connective tissue disorders and their systemic neurological manifestations.
- Preventive Neurology: Clinical focus on long term risk modification strategies to reduce the burden of neurological disease in at risk patient populations.
Awards, Achievements and Research
- Research Leadership: Served as a collaborator for an ICMR-funded project (SMART INDIA) on smartphone-based telestroke management.
- Academic Leadership: Appointed as Department In-charge at AIIMS, Nagpur for 2.5 years.
- Published Researcher: Contributed to prestigious journals such as Neurology India and the Annals of Indian Academy of Neurology (AIAN).
- Public Speaker: Frequently invited to present at national conferences, including GSICON, MAPCON, and NSI CMEs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What conditions does Dr. Smruti Babtiwale treat?
Dr. Babtiwale treats a wide range of neurological conditions including stroke, epilepsy, dementia, neurocritical emergencies, movement disorders, neuropathy, and cognitive disorders at Swasthyam Superspeciality Hospital, Nagpur.
Where did Dr. Smruti Babtiwale complete her neurology training?
Dr. Babtiwale completed her DM in Neurology from AIIMS, New Delhi and her MD in Medicine from Seth GSMC and KEM Hospital, Mumbai, two of India’s leading medical institutions.
Has Dr. Smruti Babtiwale held any academic positions?
Yes. She served as an Assistant Professor and Department In charge at AIIMS, Nagpur for two and a half years, where she combined clinical practice with teaching and research.
Is Dr. Smruti Babtiwale involved in research?
Yes. She served as a collaborator in an ICMR funded project called SMART INDIA, focused on telestroke management using smartphones, and has published research in journals including Neurology India and AIAN.
Is Dr. Smruti Babtiwale available for emergency neurology consultations?
Yes. Swasthyam Superspeciality Hospital provides 24×7 emergency neurological care. For urgent consultations you can reach the hospital at +91 8600888444.
Can I consult Dr. Smruti Babtiwale for a second opinion on a neurological condition?
Yes. Dr. Smruti Babtiwale welcomes patients seeking a second opinion.
How do I book an appointment with Dr. Smruti Babtiwale in Nagpur?
Call +91 8600888444 or visit our OPD at 97/98, Vivekanand Nagar, Near Sai Mandir, Wardha Road, Nagpur 440015. You can also book online through our website.
