Marengo Asia Hospitals launches Center for Functional Neurosurgery

Marengo Asia Hospitals, Gurugram, commemorated World Parkinson’s Day with an awareness initiative focused on early diagnosis, advanced treatment options, and comprehensive long-term care for Parkinson’s disease. On the occasion, the hospital launched its Center for Functional Neurosurgery, strengthening access to advanced neurological care in North India.

Dr Praveen Gupta, Chairman, MAIINS, Marengo Asia Hospitals, Gurugram, said, “Parkinson’s disease is often diagnosed late in India. With strong scientific evidence supporting Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS), there has been a paradigm shift in managing advanced Parkinson’s disease. DBS can significantly improve motor function, reduce medication dependence, and restore independence in appropriately selected patients. The establishment of our Center for Functional Neurosurgery will make such advanced care more accessible.”

Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) involves implanting electrodes in targeted brain regions to regulate abnormal neural activity. Studies indicate that 70–75% of appropriately selected patients experience significant motor improvement following DBS, along with reduced medication requirements.

Dr Himanshu Champaneri, Clinical Director and Chief Functional & Epilepsy Neurosurgeon, Marengo Asia Hospitals, Gurugram said “Most of the people are scared when it comes to brain surgeries. However, things have come a long way. Procedures such as DBS are highly accurate and less invasive than expected. A large amount of time is taken in planning the surgery using MRIs. When the surgery finally takes place, it entails placing a thin wire at specific places in the brain where you have done your planning beforehand. It is not painful during the actual process. Patients begin experiencing improvements in mobility almost immediately, and after some time, the device helps the brain perform better.”

Recognising the progressive nature of Parkinson’s disease, the hospital also launched a Movement-Based Dance Therapy Program designed specifically for Parkinson’s patients. This structured program integrates guided rhythmic movements, balance training, and coordination exercises to improve gait, posture, flexibility, and stability.

Experts emphasised that movement-based therapies play a critical role in Parkinson’s management. Regular, structured motor training helps stimulate neural pathways, promote neuroplasticity, reduce fall risk, and may help delay functional decline. The program follows a multidisciplinary model involving neurologists, physiotherapists, trained movement therapists, psychologists, and dietitians. Psychological counseling supports emotional well-being, while personalized nutritional guidance optimises treatment response and overall health. This integrated approach ensures structured development and long-term monitoring of each patient.

According to Harpreet Singh, Facility Director, Marengo Asia Hospitals, Gurugram, “We aim at educating people about neurological disorders and making state-of-the-art treatment methods available in their localities. By organizing such engaging events and opening the Center for Functional Neurosurgery, we have succeeded in bringing world-class treatments to our patients. Another emphasis was put on engaging our community and giving caregivers knowledge and skills in managing the disease.”