Fortis Escorts Hospital, Faridabad, has launched the city’s first dedicated Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Clinic, expanding access to specialised neurological care for patients across Faridabad and neighbouring regions.

The clinic will operate every Friday from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and will offer comprehensive care for Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders, including dystonia, writer’s cramp, pharyngospasm, tremors and other abnormal movements.

The clinic was inaugurated by a 62-year-old woman who recently underwent successful treatment for advanced Idiopathic Parkinson’s Disease, highlighting the role of timely intervention, advanced therapies and structured rehabilitation in managing the condition and improving quality of life.

A multidisciplinary team led by Dr. (Prof) Vinit Banga and Dr. Neha Pandita performed a complex five-hour Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) procedure. The patient experienced immediate relief from stiffness and involuntary movements, recovered without complications and was discharged in a stable condition.

Dr. Vinit Banga, Director and Head, Neurology, Fortis Escorts Hospital, Faridabad, said, “Parkinson’s disease is becoming increasingly prevalent, yet many of its early warning signs remain unrecognized or are often dismissed as a normal part of ageing. Our dedicated Parkinson’s Clinic is designed to provide a comprehensive, one-stop solution for early diagnosis, multi-disciplinary evaluation, personalized treatment, and ongoing care, ensuring that patients receive the right support at every stage of treatment.”

Dr. Neha Pandita, Senior Consultant, Neurology, Fortis Escorts Hospital, Faridabad, said, “The clinic will provide a full spectrum of advanced services beyond basic medical management. Facilities include assessment for Deep Brain Stimulation, post-operative programming, ultrasound and EMG guided botulinum toxin injections, neurorehabilitation guidance, long term disease management counselling, and complementary wellness approaches such as music, dance, and yoga.”

Dr. Kamal Verma, Director, Neurosurgery, Fortis Escorts Hospital, Faridabad, said, "For patients whose motor symptoms no longer respond effectively to medication, surgical options like Deep Brain Stimulation offer life-changing outcomes. This dedicated clinic ensures meticulous patient selection, high surgical precision, and regular post-operative fine-tuning to deliver long-term motor stability."

Dr. Abhishek Sharma, Facility Director, Fortis Escorts Hospital, Faridabad, said, "As the region’s first dedicated facility of its kind, the Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Clinic bridges a critical gap in specialized neurocare for Faridabad and neighbouring areas. Backed by cutting-edge clinical infrastructure and proven surgical excellence in advanced neuro-interventions, this launch reinforces our enduring commitment to making world-class, multidisciplinary healthcare accessible right here in our community."