Pediatric Neurologists in Bangalore

Pediatric Neurologist in Bangalore

Dr. Vikas Krishnananda is the paediatric neurologist at Cadabam's Child Development Centre, providing neurological evaluation, diagnosis, and medical management for children with neurological and neurodevelopmental conditions. As the senior medical specialist on the CDC team, he plays a critical role in complex diagnostic cases, medication management, and coordinating care for children whose conditions have neurological underpinnings.

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Our Neurology Specialist

Dr. Vikas Krishnananda — Paediatric Neurologist

6 years of experience | Languages: English The most senior specialist on the Cadabam's CDC team. Conducts neurological evaluations, manages epilepsy and other neurological conditions, oversees ADHD medication when indicated, and provides medical guidance to the therapy team on neurological factors affecting a child's progress.

When to See a Pediatric Neurologist

A paediatric neurologist evaluation at Cadabam's CDC is recommended when a child shows developmental regression (losing skills they previously had), seizures or unusual involuntary movements, persistent severe headaches, significant motor delays not explained by other conditions, developmental plateau (progress has stalled despite therapy), suspected genetic or metabolic neurological conditions, or when a standard developmental assessment suggests an underlying neurological cause.

Many parents are referred to a paediatric neurologist by their child's therapist or pediatrician when therapy progress is slower than expected, suggesting a neurological factor that needs medical investigation.

What Our Neurologist Does

Diagnostic Evaluation

Dr. Vikas conducts comprehensive neurological examinations, orders and interprets diagnostic investigations (EEG for seizure activity, MRI for brain structure, genetic testing for suspected genetic conditions), differentiates between conditions with overlapping symptoms, and provides definitive neurological diagnoses that guide the entire therapy plan.

Medical Management

For conditions requiring medication — epilepsy, severe ADHD where behavioral strategies alone are insufficient, or spasticity management in cerebral palsy — Dr. Vikas takes a conservative, evidence-based approach, recommending pharmacological intervention only when clear evidence supports its benefit.

Team Coordination

Unlike a standalone neurologist, Dr. Vikas works within Cadabam's CDC's multidisciplinary team. His neurological insights inform therapy goals — for example, understanding a child's seizure patterns helps the OT and SLP plan sessions around the child's most alert periods, and knowing the neurological basis of a child's motor difficulties helps the physiotherapist target the right movement patterns.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does my child need to see a neurologist?

Not every child at Cadabam's CDC needs a neurologist. Children with straightforward developmental delays, speech delays, or behavioral issues typically benefit from therapy alone. A neurologist is needed when there are seizures, developmental regression, suspected genetic conditions, or when therapy is not producing expected progress — suggesting an underlying neurological factor.

Will my child need medication?

Not necessarily. Dr. Vikas takes a conservative approach — medication is recommended only when there is clear evidence it will benefit the child. For epilepsy, medication is typically essential. For ADHD, medication is considered when behavioral strategies alone are insufficient. All decisions are made collaboratively with parents, with thorough discussion of benefits, risks, and alternatives.

What tests might my child need?

Depending on the clinical presentation, Dr. Vikas may recommend an EEG (electroencephalogram) to check for seizure activity, an MRI to examine brain structure, blood tests for metabolic or genetic conditions, or genetic testing (microarray, exome sequencing) for suspected genetic syndromes. He explains the purpose and process of each test clearly before recommending it.