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The best neurologists for Uppal, Hyderabad include Dr. K Amareshwar Rao, Dr. A Goutami Priyadarsani, Dr. H Rahul, Dr. Sandeep Gurram and Dr. Suresh Reddy Challamalla. Two practise at TX Hospitals, Uppal, two at Apollo Hospitals, Secunderabad, about 7 km away, and one at Gleneagles AWARE Hospital, LB Nagar. Last updated: October 2026.
Uppal is a growing residential and commercial area in north-east Hyderabad on the Warangal Highway, known for its cricket stadium and its Blue Line metro station. TX Hospitals has a multispeciality hospital in Uppal itself, and larger hospitals such as Apollo Hospitals at Secunderabad and Gleneagles AWARE and Kamineni Hospitals at LB Nagar are within about 7 km.
This guide lists five neurologists for patients in and around Uppal. Qualifications and experience come from the hospitals’ own doctor profiles and the Apollo 24|7 directory where available, with patient recommendation figures from HexaHealth and Apollo 24|7. HexaHealth does not show qualifications, so please confirm these with the hospital. Doctors outside Uppal are marked as nearby. Please confirm current availability, timings and fees before you visit, and check the days your neurologist sees outpatients.
Top 5 Neurologists in Uppal at a Glance
| # | Doctor | Focus | Experience / Credential |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. K Amareshwar Rao | Neurology | 21+ years |
| 2 | Dr. A Goutami Priyadarsani | Epilepsy, stroke, movement disorders | 6+ years |
| 3 | Dr. H Rahul | Neurology | 10 years |
| 4 | Dr. Sandeep Gurram | Movement disorders | 12 years |
| 5 | Dr. Suresh Reddy Challamalla | Stroke, epilepsy, dementia | 18 years |
1. Dr. K Amareshwar Rao — Neurologist, TX Hospitals Uppal
| Qualifications | Not listed on the directory page |
| Experience | 21+ years |
| Hospital | TX Hospitals, Uppal, Hyderabad |
| Patient feedback | 97% recommend (92 ratings) on HexaHealth |
Dr. K Amareshwar Rao is listed as a neurologist at TX Hospitals, Uppal, with more than 21 years of experience on HexaHealth.
97% of 92 ratings recommend him; his qualifications are not shown on the directory, so please confirm them with the hospital.
Why choose Dr. Amareshwar Rao: The most experienced neurologist in Uppal, with strong feedback.
2. Dr. A Goutami Priyadarsani — Consultant Neurologist, TX Hospitals Uppal
| Qualifications | MBBS (Osmania Medical College), MD (Internal Medicine, Osmania Medical College), DM (Neurology, Stanley Medical College, Chennai), DNB (Neurology) |
| Experience | 6+ years in neurology |
| Hospital | TX Hospitals, Uppal, Hyderabad |
Dr. A Goutami Priyadarsani is a consultant neurologist at TX Hospitals, Uppal. She completed her DM in neurology at Stanley Medical College, Chennai, in 2019 and also holds a DNB in neurology.
She treats epilepsy, stroke, movement disorders and brain infections, and performs EEG and nerve conduction studies.
Why choose Dr. Goutami: DM and DNB qualified, for patients who prefer a woman neurologist.
3. Dr. H Rahul — Neurologist, Apollo Hospitals Secunderabad
| Qualifications | MBBS, MD (General Medicine), DM (Neurology) |
| Experience | 10 years |
| Hospital | Apollo Hospitals, Secunderabad, Hyderabad (nearby, about 7 km) |
| Patient feedback | 98% recommend (125+ patients) on Apollo 24|7 |
Dr. H Rahul is a neurologist at Apollo Hospitals, Secunderabad, listed about 7 km from Uppal, with 10 years of experience.
He holds an MD and a DM in neurology, and 98% of more than 125 patients on Apollo 24|7 recommend him.
Why choose Dr. Rahul: The strongest patient feedback among nearby neurologists.
4. Dr. Sandeep Gurram — Neurologist, Apollo Hospitals Secunderabad
| Qualifications | MBBS, MD (Internal Medicine), DM (Neurology), PDF in Movement Disorders (NIMHANS) |
| Experience | 12 years |
| Hospital | Apollo Hospitals, Secunderabad, Hyderabad (nearby, about 7 km) |
Dr. Sandeep Gurram is a neurologist at Apollo Hospitals, Secunderabad, with 12 years of experience.
He completed a post-doctoral fellowship in movement disorders at NIMHANS, which suits patients with Parkinson’s disease, tremor or dystonia.
Why choose Dr. Sandeep Gurram: NIMHANS training in Parkinson’s disease and movement disorders.
5. Dr. Suresh Reddy Challamalla — Senior Consultant Neurologist, Gleneagles AWARE Hospital LB Nagar
| Qualifications | MBBS (Gandhi Medical College), MD (General Medicine), DM (Neurology, NIMS) |
| Experience | 18 years |
| Hospital | Gleneagles AWARE Hospital, LB Nagar, Hyderabad (nearby, about 7 km) |
Dr. Suresh Reddy Challamalla is a senior consultant neurologist at Gleneagles AWARE Hospital, LB Nagar, about 7 km from Uppal, with 18 years of experience.
He trained at NIMS, Hyderabad, and treats stroke, epilepsy, headache and nerve infections, with an interest in dementia and Parkinson’s disease.
Why choose Dr. Suresh Reddy: A senior NIMS-trained neurologist a short drive away.
How to Choose the Right Neurologist in Uppal
- Check the qualification: look for a DM or DrNB in Neurology. Neurosurgeons (MCh) operate on the brain and spine, while neurologists treat these conditions mainly with medicines and procedures that do not need open surgery.
- Match the subspecialty: epilepsy, stroke, Parkinson’s disease, headache, neuromuscular disease and dementia each have doctors with a special interest.
- Look at the set-up: EEG, EMG, MRI and a 24-hour stroke and emergency team save time when symptoms are sudden.
- Bring your records: earlier MRI or CT films, EEG reports, blood tests and a list of current medicines make a first visit more useful.
- Ask about follow-up: long-term conditions such as epilepsy or migraine need regular review, so check the clinic’s follow-up plan.
Symptoms That Should Not Wait
Red-Flag Alert
Call emergency services or go to the nearest emergency department at once for sudden weakness or numbness on one side, facial drooping, slurred speech, sudden loss of vision, the worst headache of your life, a first-ever seizure, or loss of consciousness. Every minute counts in a stroke.
When to See a Doctor in Hyderabad
For recurring headaches, dizziness or tingling, a first assessment with a general physician is a sensible start. At Suguna Clinic, Dr. Ram Kumar can examine you, check your blood pressure and sugar, arrange basic tests and refer you to a neurologist if needed. See also our guide on headache treatment. A referral is not compulsory, and you can see a neurologist directly if symptoms are significant.
Areas Near Uppal Served by These Neurologists
Uppal is a growing residential and commercial area in north-east Hyderabad on the Warangal Highway, home to the Uppal cricket stadium and a Blue Line metro station. The neurologists in this guide are also a practical choice for patients living in nearby localities such as Ramanthapur, Habsiguda, Nagole, Boduppal, Peerzadiguda, Chilkanagar, Mallapur, Nacharam, Beerappagadda, Uppal Bhagayath and Kalyanpuri. If you live in one of these neighbourhoods, the hospitals listed above are usually among the closest options for specialist care. Travel time varies with traffic, so check the route before your appointment.
Looking in a different part of the city? See our guides to the best neurologists in LB Nagar, best neurologists in Dilsukhnagar and best neurologists in Secunderabad.
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Disclaimer: This article is for general information only and is not medical advice or a ranking endorsed by any hospital. Doctor profiles are compiled from publicly available hospital directory listings and may change; confirm details with the hospital. Consult a qualified neurologist for diagnosis and treatment.
