Brief About Dr. Anaita Udwadia Hegde
Dr. Anaita Udwadia Hegde is a highly regarded Paediatric Neurologist with over 24 years of successful practice. She specializes in the treatment of Pediatric Epilepsy, Neurodegenerative Disorders, Neurohereditary Disorders, Neurometabolic Disorders, and various other conditions such as Disability-Cerebral Palsy Autism, ADHD, Behavior Disorders, Neurogenetics, Neuromuscular Disorders, Acute Neurology, Pediatric Stroke, Movement Disorders in Children, and Infections. Throughout her career, she has treated a total of 5010 patients, showcasing her expertise and dedication to her field.
Dr. Anaita Udwadia Hegde is not only committed to providing excellent patient care but also to teaching and mentoring. She has taught Post Graduate Students of Pediatric Neurology at Bai Jerbai Wadia Children’s Hospital and Jaslok Hospital. Additionally, she runs a 2-year Pediatric Neurology Fellowship Programme to train aspiring Pediatric Neurologists. Her contributions extend beyond the hospital setting as she played a pivotal role in establishing the Rural Pediatric Neurology Programme in various districts of Maharashtra.
Dr. Anaita Udwadia Hegde is a respected member of numerous prestigious associations, including the International Child Neurology Association, American Epilepsy Society, British Pediatric Neurology Association, International Epilepsy Bureau, International League against Epilepsy, Association of Child Neurology, Child Neurology Chapter of IAP, Childhood Disabilities Chapter of IAP, Indian Association of Neurology, and Neurology Society of India. These memberships reflect her standing in the medical community and her commitment to staying updated with the latest advancements in her field.
Dr. Anaita Udwadia Hegde’s educational background is impressive, having completed her MBBS from Seth G.S. Medical College, KEM Hospital in 1991. She further pursued DCH in 1993 and MD in Pediatrics at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital Mumbai in 1994. To enhance her knowledge and skills, she obtained MRCPCH from London University in 2000 and completed a Fellowship in Neurosciences from the Institute of Child Health and Great Ormond Street Child Hospital, London in 2001.
With a special interest in Epilepsy Surgery, Pediatric Epilepsy, and various other neurological disorders, Dr. Anaita Udwadia Hegde is a highly accomplished and respected Paediatric Neurologist who continues to make significant contributions to her field.
