Consultant Paediatric Neurologist & Neuromuscular Specialist
MBBS, MRCPCH, FRCPCH, Fellow in Paediatric Neurology, Fellow in Paediatric Stroke, Fellow in Paediatric Epilepsy, Fellow in Paediatric Neuromuscular Disorders
15+ years Experience
Dr. Ann Agnes, completed MBBS as the best outgoing student from St. John’s Medical College. Her Paediatrics and Neonatal training were from Scotland with further training in Paediatric Neurology at Great Ormond Street Hospital, London, leading to specialization in Paediatric epilepsy, childhood stroke and Paediatric neuromuscular disorders from the Dubowitz Neuromuscular Centre. In 2018, she established the country's first Paediatric Neuromuscular Service, pioneering in novel therapies in Spinal Muscular Atrophy, including gene therapy. Being the country’s lead for the BPNA-led, Paediatric Epilepsy Training Courses, she is a keen educator who drives advancements in the field while ensuring world-class care for children.
Dr. Ann Agnes is a leading Pediatric Neurologist specializing in child neurology, epilepsy in children, neuromuscular disorders and rare neurological conditions. She completed her Paediatrics and Neonatal training at Scotland, followed by Pediatric Neurology from Great Ormond Street Hospital, London. In 2018, she established India’s first Pediatric Neuromuscular Service, pioneering in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy. She manages complex epilepsy along with complementary treatments such as ketogenic diet therapy, Vagal Nerve Stimulation and epilepsy surgery evaluations. She continues to lead clinical trials, epilepsy training programs and fellowships, while mentoring specialists across India and beyond.
Merits And Academic Awards:
Clinical Research:
Research And Audit:
National & International Presentations:
MBBS - St. John’s Medical College, Bangalore, 2000 with the Best Outgoing Student Award
MRCPCH, Royal College for Paediatrics and Child Health, UK in 2007
FRCPCH, Royal College for Paediatrics and Child Health, UK in 2021
Fellowship in Paediatric Neurology, Great Ormond Street Hospital for Sick children, London, 2009
Fellowship in Paediatric Epilepsy, Evelina Children's Hospital and Kings Health Partners, London, 2010
Fellowship in Paediatric Stroke, Great Ormond Street Hospital for Sick children, London, 2011
Fellowship in Paediatric Neuromuscular Disorders, Dubowitz Neuromuscular Centre, Great Ormond Street Hospital, London 2012
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Rare Diseases in Children: Challenges, Advocacy and Hope
Developmental Delays in Children: Early Signs and When to Seek Help
Epilepsy in Children Myths, Facts and Advances in Treatment
Can brain surgery cure epilepsy
Developmental Disorders: Should a child be held to a schedule
Why is it important to investigate Infantile or Epileptic Spasms (West syndrome)
Dr. Ann encourages parents and caregivers to:
Dr. Ann advises families to seek:
Dr. Ann actively works to build patient networks and raise awareness for rare diseases.
Dr. Ann strongly advocates dietary and lifestyle interventions for epilepsy, including:
Dr. Ann does not recommend genetic testing for all cases, but genetic testing is often crucial for certain conditions like epilepsy, muscular dystrophy, neurogenetic syndromes, and metabolic disorders. A specialist consultation is required to determine if genetic testing is necessary. Most children and infants are far more likely to have inherited conditions as opposed to the acquired or lifestyle disease seen in older adults.
Dr. Ann may recommend the following tests depending on the condition:
Dr. Ann advises parents to seek medical advice if their child:
Early intervention with speech therapy backed by neurological evaluation leads to better outcomes and esnures opportunities for recovery are not missed.
Dr. Ann diagnoses autism using clinical observation, developmental history, and standardized assessment tests that aim to map the level of the child’s development and his or her deviation from what is expected age in other children their age. Steps after diagnosis include:
Ultimately what it does is uses, strenghths of the child to overcome their weaknesses, bearing in mind neuroplasticity timeline is not wasted.
Dr. Ann provides a multidisciplinary approach to treating muscular dystrophy all of which is tailor made dependent on the type of muscular dystrophy. These are all based on the current international standards of care in this group of conditions. They might include disease modifying therapies such as:
Dr. Ann explains that about 70% of childhood epilepsy is treatable and can go into remission with medication. Some children may outgrow epilepsy, while others might need long-term management. For drug-resistant epilepsy, Dr. Ann might recommend ketogenic diet, Vagal nerve stimulation, or epilepsy surgery along with evaluation for their underlying cause.
Dr. Ann advises parents to look for early signs of developmental delay, including:
If these signs are present, Dr. Ann recommends early assessment and intervention.
Dr. Ann is affiliated with multiple medical centres in Bangalore, India, including:
Yes, Dr. Ann offers teleconsultations for follow-ups and second opinions. However, some conditions require in-person evaluations, especially for developmental assessments and neurological examinations. Tele consultations can be scheduled by contacting +91 99020 01412.
Dr. Ann has always been passionate about helping children with neurological disorders and making a difference in their lives. Her training in the UK and the high burden of paediatric neurological conditions in India inspired her to focus on this field. She is also actively involved in medical education, advocacy, and research
Dr. Ann primarily practices in Bangalore, India. Patients can visit Dr. Ann’s at Synapse Neuro and Child development centre, Jayanagar by calling +91 99020 01412 or at Virgo Healthcare, Brigade Signature Towers, Old Madras Road by contact +91 99019 55252.
Dr. Ann is a paediatric neurologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in children. Dr. Ann treats epilepsy both simple and complex, developmental delays, muscular dystrophies, cerebral palsy, neurogenetic disorders, autism-related neurological concerns and paediatric stroke.
VNS is a device that is implanted under the skin which helps people gain control of their epilepsy. It is particularly beneficial for anyone with poorly controlled epilepsy despite being on two or more medication. But this eligibility needs to be evaluated and recommended by an epilepsy specialist.
Cerebral palsy can be treated by early timely interventions that aim at using the neuroplasticity of young children’s brains. While it cannot be fully cured, we can certainly reduce its impact in the future life of the child.
Ketogenic diet is an alternate treatment for epilepsy where the fuel for the brain is switched from glucose to ketones. This has been a proven way to treat epilepsy, especially drug-resistant epilepsy.
Yes, she provides personalized and holistic treatment plans, not limited to just epilepsy, tone and spasticity management but also dietetics, early intervention where applicable, including therapy guidance such as navigating life, education and society with CP.
Dr. Ann specializes in Paediatric Neurology, Childhood Epilepsy, Refractory and Complex epilepsy, Muscular Dystrophies, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Paediatric Stroke, Cerebral Palsy, Myasthenias, Headaches, Neurodevelopmental Disorders like Autism, ADHD and Intellectual disability.
In person appointments can be booked through Synapse Neuro and Child Development Centre and Virgo Health Care. Online appointment can be booked through
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Yes, she provides personalized treatment plans, including therapy guidance, spasticity management, and assistive technology support for children with Cerebral Palsy.
She is actively involved in clinical trials for neuromuscular disorders and has led research on epilepsy, genetic disorders, and rare paediatric neurological diseases.
25 years as paediatrician and 15 years as paediatric neurologist
The primary specialization of Dr. Ann Agnes is Paediatric Neurology