Photo Caption – 1415 : ( Left to Right ) : Dr. Geetha Lakshmi, Dr.  U Meenakshisundharam , Dr. Prathap C  Reddy, Executive Chairman, Apollo Hospitals ,  Dr. Arulselvan, Dr. Satyabhama, DMS, Dr. Rajendhran, Mr. V.Subbiah, CEO,  seen during the launch of Apollo Memory – Headache & Migairain Clinics.

A first of its kind initiative with 24×7 care for patients suffering from Headache, Migraine and Dementia

Chennai 18 July 2017: Apollo Hospitals, Asia’s foremost multi-specialty hospitals group today launched a contemporary initiative in the city – the ‘Apollo Memory and Apollo Headache & Migraine Clinics’.

These specialized clinics located at Apollo Hospitals in Greams Road were inaugurated by Dr. Prathap C Reddy, Chairman, Apollo Hospitals Group. The clinics will be headed by team of highly experienced neurosurgeons and neurologists and they will treat all types of chronic headaches, migraines and dementia (memory loss) and psychological problems. The Apollo Headache & Migraine Clinic will work from 11.00 a.m. – 1.00 p.m. and Apollo Memory Clinic will work from 2.00 p.m. – 4.00 p.m. fromMonday to Saturday.

Speaking at the launch event, Dr. Prathap C. Reddy, Executive Chairman Apollo Hospitals Group, said “According to the Migraine Research Foundation, it has been estimated that Migraine affects one billion people worldwide. The pain caused by migraines can be incapacitating and sometimes even debilitating. The launch of the Apollo Memory and Headache – Migraine Clinics are in keeping with Apollo Hospitals’ commitment to introduce personalized and specialized care for its patients. Several lifestyle behaviours are increasingly making headaches commonplace and many a times, they can severely impact productivity. Many individuals tend to ignore headaches or even self-medicate and this is worrying. We believe that the need of the hour is to assist people in seeking timely medical attention and the launch of these specialized clinics is a step ahead in that direction.”

“Commenting on the launch of the one-stop clinics, Ms. Preetha Reddy, Vice Chairperson, Apollo Hospitals Group said, “Specialized Clinics make detection and treatment of an illness much easier. The Apollo Headache & Migraine Clinic will offer a one-stop-clinic for patients, at which they will be examined by a neurology consultant, a psychologist, physiotherapist and a family physician. These clinics underscore the opinion of our specialists which is that a comprehensive examination which includes review by all four specialities is the most effective way to treat headaches and migraines.”

“Similarly, Apollo Memory Clinic will provide multidisciplinary support in the identification, investigation and treatment of memory disorders including dementia and Alzheimer’s at an early stage. People often show several symptoms of memory loss but these are ignored. The memory clinic will help to screen the brain’s functioning and identify cases of Alzheimer’s and dementia”, she further added.

Apollo Headache & Migraine Clinic:

Apollo Headache and Migraine Clinic is a comprehensive is a multi-disciplinary center that uses a collaborative approach to treatment and is experienced in the care of complex or difficult-to-treat headache conditions. The pain can be localised in some cases, whereas at numerous times the same is disabling and can affect the entire brain. Headaches are the major cause of disability all across the world. Headache can also be a major symptom associated with an ailment – sore throat, flu or in some cases it can be associated with major issues such as brain tumour.  Migraine is more prevalent than asthma and diabetes combined, affecting as many as 50 million Indians – around 3 million of them chronically.

Apollo Headache and Migraine clinic has a specialized team that help in diagnosing the underlying cause or the trigger point that is responsible for headaches. The team include neurologists, Interventional pain specialists, physical therapists and pain psychologists to address headache issues.

Types of Headaches:

Depending on the severity and the trigger points, headaches can be of the following types:

• Migraine Headaches:  Headaches are moderate to severe, often one-sided and throbbing. They can be associated with nausea, vomiting and sensitivity to lights and sounds.
• Tension headaches: Headache are dull, mild to moderate and affect both sides of the head.
• Cluster headaches: Headaches are just on one side of the head. They are very severe and can occur up to eight times a day but last less than four hours.
• Trigeminal neuralgia: A facial pain condition that causes episodes of intense facial pain along the trigeminal nerve branches

Apollo Memory Clinic:

Apollo Memory Clinic is comprehensive center that is set up to treat people who are concerned about cognitive and memory problems ranging from mild depression to severe dementia with a diagnosis, information, treatment (when necessary) and advice. For the first time in Chennai, a full-fledged memory clinic is functioning at Apollo Hospitals (Greams road).

Our Services:

• Assessment of memory and cognition
• Assessment of activities of daily living
• Determine accurate diagnosis
• Provide education and training
• Provide support, advice and training to family and caregivers

ABOUT APOLLO HOSPITALS

 It was in 1983, that Dr. Prathap Reddy made a pioneering endeavour by launching India’s first corporate hospital – Apollo Hospitals in Chennai. Over the years Apollo Hospitals has established itself as home to the largest cardiac practice in India with over 160,000 cardiac surgeries. Apollo Hospitals is also the world’s largest private cancer care provider and runs the world’s leading solid organ transplant program.

As Asia’s foremost healthcare group, its presence includes 9,215 beds across 64 Hospitals, 2,500 Pharmacies, over 90 Primary Care and Diagnostic Clinics, 110  plus Telemedicine Centres and 80 plus Apollo Munich Insurance branches spanning   the length and breadth of the Country.

As an integrated healthcare service provider with Health Insurance services, Global Projects Consultancy capability, over 15 medical education centres and a Research Foundation with a focus on global Clinical Trials, epidemiological studies, stem cell & genetic research Apollo Hospitals has been at the forefront of introducing medical advancements, with the most recent investment being that of commissioning of South Asia’s very first Proton Therapy Center.

Every four days, the Apollo Hospitals Group touches a million lives, in its mission to bring healthcare of International standards within the reach of every individual.

In a rare honour, the Government of India issued a commemorative stamp in recognition of Apollo’s contribution, the first for a healthcare organization. Apollo Hospitals Chairman, Dr. Prathap C Reddy, was conferred with the prestigious Padma Vibhushan in 2010. For more than 30 years, the Apollo Hospitals Group has continuously excelled and maintained leadership in medical innovation, world-class clinical services and cutting-edge technology. Our hospitals are consistently ranked amongst the best hospitals globally for advanced medical services and research.