Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about our Neuroscience and Stroke.
1. What services does the KPJ Neuroscience & Stroke COE provide?
We provide comprehensive neurological care, including emergency stroke treatment, advanced imaging and diagnostics, brain and spine neurosurgery, epilepsy and seizure management, movement disorder care (such as Parkinson’s disease and tremors), migraine and vertigo treatment, neurorehabilitation, as well as patient navigation and long-term follow-up support.
2. Why are multidisciplinary teams important in neuroscience?
Neurological conditions often affect multiple body systems and functions. Multidisciplinary teams ensure medical, surgical, rehabilitative, and psychosocial needs are addressed to improve safety, recovery, and quality of life.
3. Who is involved in my care?
Your care may involve neurologists, neurosurgeons, rehabilitation physicians, interventional specialists, nurses, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech-language therapists, psychologists, and a Stroke Nurse Navigator.
4. Is neurological emergency care available 24/7?
Yes. KPJ’s Neurology & Stroke Centre of Excellence provides 24/7 emergency neurological and stroke services, including rapid imaging, thrombolysis, and mechanical thrombectomy.
5. When should I seek urgent neurological care?
Seek emergency care immediately if you experience sudden weakness or numbness, difficulty speaking or understanding speech, sudden vision changes, a severe or unusual headache, new seizures, or sudden loss of balance or consciousness.
6. What diagnostic services are available?
We offer advanced neurological diagnostics, which include EEG for seizures and epilepsy, NCS/EMG for nerve and muscle disorders, 256-slice CT and 3T MRI/MRA for 24/7 stroke and brain imaging and carotid ultrasound for stroke risk assessment. All supported by AI-assisted analysis and PACS integration.
7. What advanced neurological treatments are offered?
We offer advanced neurological treatments, including intravenous thrombolysis (with door-to-needle time under 60 minutes), mechanical thrombectomy, carotid endarterectomy, cranial, spinal, and functional neurosurgery, as well as Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS).
8. Are these procedures safe?
Yes, all treatments follow international evidence-based protocols. With strict patient selection, multidisciplinary review, and SMART ward safety systems.
9. When does rehabilitation start?
Rehabilitation begins early — often within 24–48 hours once medically stable — to improve outcomes and prevent complications.
10. What does neurorehabilitation include?
Neurorehabilitation includes physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and speech-language therapy, robotic-assisted rehabilitation, cognitive and functional retraining, activities of daily living (ADL) labs, as well as therapeutic gardens and living labs.
11. How long does recovery take?
Recovery time varies by condition and severity: the acute phase lasts days to weeks, the rehabilitation phase typically takes 4–12 weeks or longer, and many patients continue to improve with outpatient therapy.
12. What is the role of the Stroke Nurse Navigator?
A single point of contact who coordinates care, educates patients and families, supports discharge planning, and ensures continuity of care after hospitalisation.
13. Are second opinions available?
Yes. Patients may request consultations with KPJ neurology or stroke specialists.
14. Is insurance coverage available?
Most diagnostics and treatments are covered. Subject to individual insurance policy terms.
15. How do I book an appointment?
Appointments and follow-ups can be arranged via online portals and WhatsApp.
