Name: Dr. Veena Kalra
Specialty: Pediatric Neurologist, Pediatrician, Neurologist
Qualification/Board Certification: MBBS, MD – Pediatrics
Affiliation: The Child Centre, Apollo Hospital Delhi
Locations: Delhi, India
Languages Spoken: English, Hindi
Accepting New Patients: Yes
NPI Number: Not applicable
About the Doctor
Dr. Veena Kalra is a highly respected and renowned pediatric neurologist based in Delhi with over 52 years of experience (over 37 years as per detailed description; the listing states 52 years). She completed her MBBS from the University of Delhi and her MD in Pediatrics from the prestigious AIIMS, New Delhi. Dr. Kalra has been instrumental in establishing and developing pediatric neurology as a distinct specialty in India, initiating the first DM Pediatric Neurology program. She has supervised over 50 theses and served as Head of Department at AIIMS (2008–2017). Her outstanding contributions have been recognized with numerous awards, including the President of India’s Medal, Pfizer Scroll of Honour, Sorell Katherine Award from AIIMS, ST Achar Endowment Award, Kanishka Shiromani Award (1991), Maulana Azad Alumnus Award (2007), and Pediatric & Neurology Alumni Award (2008). She was also a WHO Research Training Grant Awardee, having worked at MRC Cambridge University, UK, and the WHO Laboratory in Geneva. Dr. Kalra is a member of the National Academy of Medical Sciences, Indian Academy of Paediatrics (IAP), and Indian Academy of Neurology. She accepts new patients at The Child Centre and Apollo Hospital Delhi.
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52+ years of experience in pediatric neurology, pediatrics, and general neurology
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Pioneer of pediatric neurology in India – initiated the first DM Pediatric Neurology program
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Former Head of Department at AIIMS, Delhi
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Recipient of the President of India’s Medal and multiple national/international awards
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WHO Research Training Grant awardee – trained at MRC Cambridge University and WHO Geneva
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Currently accepting new patients at two Delhi locations
Education & Training
Medical School – MBBS, University of Delhi
Residency – MD (Pediatrics), All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi
Fellowship – WHO Research Training Grant at MRC Cambridge University, UK, and WHO Laboratory, Geneva
Medical Conditions Treated
As a pediatric neurologist, Dr. Veena Kalra treats a wide range of neurological disorders in children, including:
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Epilepsy and seizure disorders
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Cerebral palsy
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Developmental delay and intellectual disability
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Autism spectrum disorder (neurological aspects)
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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
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Headaches and migraines in children
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Neuromuscular disorders
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Neuroinfections
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Metabolic and genetic neurological disorders
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Movement disorders
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Neurodevelopmental disorders
Medical Procedures Performed
As a pediatric neurologist, Dr. Veena Kalra performs and interprets various diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including:
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Electroencephalogram (EEG) – explicitly listed in services
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Detailed neurological examination of infants and children
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Interpretation of neuroimaging (MRI, CT brain)
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Lumbar puncture (when indicated for diagnosis of infections or raised intracranial pressure)
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Neurodevelopmental assessment and screening
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Antiepileptic drug monitoring and management
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Botulinum toxin injections for spasticity
Services Offered
Dr. Veena Kalra offers comprehensive pediatric neurology services, focusing on accurate diagnosis, family‑centred care, and long‑term management of neurological disorders in children. Patients receive a thorough evaluation including detailed history, neurological examination, and appropriate diagnostic tests such as EEG and neuroimaging. The practice provides medical management for epilepsy, cerebral palsy, headaches, neurodevelopmental disorders, and neuromuscular conditions. Dr. Kalra emphasises multidisciplinary care, working closely with pediatricians, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and speech therapists. Family counselling and education are integral to her approach, empowering parents to manage their child’s condition effectively. While online consultation is not explicitly listed, patients can enquire directly.
Detailed services include:
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Pediatric neurology consultation – comprehensive evaluation of seizures, developmental delay, movement disorders, headaches
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Electroencephalogram (EEG) – routine, sleep‑deprived, or prolonged EEG for epilepsy diagnosis
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Epilepsy management – anticonvulsant selection, dose optimisation, seizure diary guidance, ketogenic diet referral
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Cerebral palsy care – spasticity management (oral medications, botulinum toxin), contracture prevention, rehabilitation coordination
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Neurodevelopmental assessment – evaluation of developmental milestones, early intervention for delays
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Autism and ADHD management – behavioural and pharmacological support (in conjunction with developmental pediatricians)
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Headache management – migraine prophylaxis and acute treatment in children
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Neuromuscular disorder management – diagnosis and supportive care for muscular dystrophies
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Neuroinfection treatment – acute management of meningitis/encephalitis and post‑infectious follow‑up
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Family education and counselling – disease explanation, medication safety, emergency seizure management, school accommodations
Practice Locations
Location 1 – The Child Centre
Address: Kailash Nagar, Near Haldiram, Lajpat Nagar, Delhi, India
Phone: Not Available
Location 2 – Apollo Hospital Delhi
Address: Mathura Road, Sarita Vihar, Opposite Jasola Metro Station, New Delhi, India
Phone: Not Available
Hospital Affiliations
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The Child Centre, Lajpat Nagar, Delhi
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Apollo Hospital Delhi, Sarita Vihar, Delhi
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All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi – Head of Department
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