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Padma Shri Dr. (Prof.) M.V. Padma Srivastava

Dr. M.V. Padma Srivastava, currently the Chairperson of Neurology at Paras Health, Gurugram, is a distinguished figure in the field of neurosciences. With over four decades of unparalleled expertise, she has redefined the standards of stroke management, Alzheimer's disease research, and neurological care in India.

Her groundbreaking efforts in establishing hyperacute thrombolysis programs for acute ischemic stroke have transformed stroke care delivery, making life-saving treatments more accessible and cost-effective across the nation. As the former Head of Neurology and Chief of the Neurosciences Center at AIIMS, New Delhi, she played a pivotal role in shaping national guidelines for stroke thrombolysis and developing stroke registries to enhance care and prevention strategies.

Dr. Padma Srivastava's commitment to advancing stroke care, particularly in underserved areas, has earned her prestigious national and international recognition. Her legacy of innovation continues to inspire excellence in neurological care and research.

Medical Qualification:

  • MBBS from Osmania Medical College
  • MD from All India Institute of Medical Sciences
  • DM from All India Institute of Medical Sciences

Specialization and Expertise:

  • Stroke Management
  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Cerebrovascular Diseases

Certifications:

  • FAMS (Fellowship of the National Academy of Medical Sciences)
  • FRCP (Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians)
  • FNA (Fellowship to Indian National Science Academy)
  • Awards and Honours

    • 1. Awarded “Padma Shri” by President of India, 2016
    • 2. Awarded the Excellence in Innovations for Health Care Improvement by NCD, Rajasthan for the year 2016.
    • 3. Awarded the National Award for Science and Technology Communication from DST, Govt. of India for the year 2017.
    • 4. Nomination to WOMEN in STROKE for the year 2022 by the WSA and WSO.
    • 5. WINNER of the prestigious METRODORA Awards for women in science excellence award by the International Alliance of Patients Organizations ( IAPO) for the year 2022.
    • 6. Membership to The Indian Academy of Science Communication under the aegis of NCSTC, DST, Govt. of India, 2022.
    • 7. Member SERB BOARD, DST, Govt. of India, 2022.
    • 8. Faculty for the FLP, WSO, 2022.
    • 9. Awarded Anandibai Joshee oration by INSA, 2022. Indian National Science Academy (INSA)
    • 10. Fellow of Indian National Science Academy ( INSA), 2021 National Academy of Sciences Allahabad (NASI)
    • 11. Fellow of National Academy of Sciences, India, (F.N.A.Sc), 2015
    • 12. Awarded the Mridula Kambhoj Oration by NASI in year 2017.
    • 13. Awarded the V.P.SHARMA ORATION by the National Academy of Sciences Allahabad, 2021 Page 3 of 75 National Academy of Medical Sciences (N.A.M.S)
    • 14. Awarded the membership to the National Academy of Medical Sciences (MNAMS), in March, 1999.
    • 15. Awarded the Fellowship to the National Academy of Sciences, India 2007.
    • 16. Awarded the “Vimla Virmani Oration” for outstanding work in the field of Neuro-rehabilitation for the year 1998-1999, by the National Academy of Medical Sciences.
    • 17. Awarded the “Achanta Laxmipathy Oration” by the NAMS for the year 2006-2007.
    • 18. Awarded the “Baldev Singh Oration” by National Academy of Medical Sciences for the year 2018.
    • 19. Awarded Fellowship to Indian Academy of Neurology, 2017

    Professional Memberships

    • 1. Fellow of National Academy of Medical Sciences (FAMS)
    • 2. Fellow of National Academy of Sciences, India, (F.N.A.Sc)
    • 3. Fellow of Indian National Science Academy ( INSA), 2021
    • 3. Awarded Fellowship to Indian Academy of Neurology, 2017
    • 4. Member of World Stroke Organization (WSO) -3221
    • 5. Indian Stroke Association – President for the year 2013-2014
    • 6. Invited Member of the Geriatric Society of India
    • 7. Delhi Neurological Association – DNP-067
    • 8. Member of the “Speciality Advisory Board” for “Neurology” by the NBE, Govt. of India.
    • 9. Member, Task Force for PBSR and HBSR monitoring and mentoring; ICMR.
    • 10. Member “Task Force Neurosciences” in DBT, Govt. of India
    • 11. Member of the “Standing Committee” for the “CME Program Committee” for NAMS.
    • 12. Member of the “Standing Committee” for the “Publication Advisory Committee” for NAMS.
    • 13. Member “Task Force for Neurosciences” for ICMR, Govt. of India.
    • 14. Member, Building Committee, NAMS, Govt. of India.
    • 15. Member, FIST committee, DST, Govt. Of India
    • 16. Member, Dean Committee, AIIMS
    • 17. Member, Staff Council, AIIMS
    • 18. Member, Drug Selection Committee, AIIMS
    • 19. Member “Task Force for Translational Neurosciences”, for ICMR, Govt. of India
    • 20. Chairman of the PRC for Neurosciences Board for ICMR
    • 21. Ex-Member “Scientific Advisory Board” for Thrombosis Research Institute Bangalore.
    • 22. Member – Expert Advisory Panel, for “Regenerative medicine and Toxicology” for Fellowship to NAMS.
    • 23. Ex-Member of Institute Body” SCTIMS.
    • 24. Ex-Member of “Governing Body” SCTIMS
    • 25. Ex-Member of “Technical Advisory Committee”, SCTIMS.
    • 26. Mentor for the Neurology departments of Indira Gandhi Medical College Shimla and R.P. G Medical College Tanda, Govt. of Himachal Pradesh
    • 27. Ex-Council Member for NAMS, elected 2014. Page 6 of 75
    • 28. Ex-Member, Academic Committee, NIMHANS, Bangalore 28. Ex-Member, Selection Committee, NIMHANS, Bangalore
    • 29. Appointed as External Examiner for DM Neurology in SGPGI, Lucknow
    • 30. Appointed as External Examiner for DM Neurology in GB Pant Hospital, New Delhi.
    • 31. Appointed as External Expert for Initiation of DM Course in Gujarat University, Anand.
    • 32. Appointed as External Examiner for DM Neurology, in VJ Medical College, Ahmedabad
    • 33. Appointed as External Examiner for DNB Course in Neurology in NIMHANS Bangalore, NIMS Hyderabad, PGIMER Chandigarh.
    • 34. Appointed as External Examiner for DM Neurology in NIMS Hyderabad, SCTIMS Thiruvananthapuram, PGIMER Chandigarh, DMC Ludhiana, Bangur Institute Kolkata.
    • 35. Appointed as External Examiner for PhD programs in KGMC Lucknow, NIMS Hyderabad, SGPGI Lucknow.
    • 36. Member, Fellowship Scrutiny Committee, NASI, Allahabad, 2015.
    • 37. External expert for Telestroke Guidelines Formulation, , ICMR.
    • 38. Member, PAC committee for DST.
    • 39. Ex-Member, PIRE committee, DST.
    • 40. Member SEC , DGHS, Govt. Of India
    • 41. External expert for DHR, Govt. Of India
    • 42. Member, Task Force, SATYAM, DST, Govt. Of India
    • 43. Member Task Force for NSCRT, DST, Govt. Of India, 2018.
    • 44. Member Task Force for MSU for North-East, under ICMR.
    • 45. Member, PMC, for Indo-Japan, ASHD Project, DBT.
    • 46. Member DST-FIST Subject Expert Committee , Govt of India
    • 47. Member DST-BHC-PAC.CD
    • 48. Chairperson, PRC -NCD division, ICMR
    • 49. SEC for Neurology and Mental Health, DCGI, Govt. of India
    • 50. Member Institute Body, PGIMER, Chandigarh.
    • 51. Member Institute Body, AIIMS, Rae Bareli.
    • 52. Member, Building Committee, AIIMS, Rae Bareli.
    • 53. Member, Governing Body, AIIMS, Rae Bareli.
    • 54. Member, Governing Body, Ambedkar University, Mohali, Govt. of Punjab.
    • 55. Chairman, Academic Committee, Ambedkar University, Govt. of Punjab. Page 7 of 75
    • 56. Chairman, Standing Academic Committee, PGIMER, Chandigarh
    • 57. Member, Standing Selection Committee, PGIMER, Chandigarh.
    • 58. Chairman, Standing Selection Committee, AIIMS Raebareli.
    • 59. Member of the Governing Body of All India Institute of Ayurveda ( AIIA), Govt. of India, 2020.
    • 60. Member SERB, DST, Govt of India, 2021