Major Changes Needed in Neurological Disease Identification and Treatment: Dr. Asha Kishore

Major Changes Needed in Neurological Disease Identification and Treatment: Dr. Asha Kishore

Mangalore Today News Network

Mangaluru, Mar 7, 2026: Neurological diseases such as Multiple Sclerosis are increasingly being observed even among young people in India, and their impact is seen across all age groups, said Dr. Asha Kishore, Director of the Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Centre at Aster Cluster, Kerala.

She was speaking after inaugurating the International Clinical Neuroimmunology Workshop organised by the Advanced Neuro Sciences Research Centre of K.S. Hegde Medical Academy, a constituent of Nitte (Deemed to be University), at the Avishkar Auditorium of A.B. Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences in Deralakatte.

Dr. Kishore noted that continuous research is being carried out on disease-modifying therapies considering various factors, including genetic causes. Along with clinical examinations, modern diagnostic methods such as CT scans, biograms and other advanced technologies are now widely used to identify neurological disorders.

She said that beyond steroid therapy, several new treatment methods have been developed for neurological diseases. However, these conditions require long-term treatment and continuous medical monitoring, and managing the side effects that arise during treatment remains a major challenge.

Highlighting developments in the field, Dr. Kishore said new-generation research is progressing rapidly in neurology, with global efforts underway to develop improved treatment methods through translational research. In recent years, significant and transformative changes have taken place in the diagnosis and treatment of neurological diseases, and doctors, researchers and students must be better prepared to address these challenges in the coming years, she added.

Presiding over the programme, Prof. Dr. M. S. Moodithaya, Vice-Chancellor of Nitte (Deemed to be University), said that the research system at Nitte University differs from the conventional education model. Research and extension services, he said, make significant contributions to societal development and lead to new discoveries in medicine and science.

He added that along with education, extension activities that serve society also play an important role, and the university is planning impactful academic programmes next year to further strengthen research and advancements in the medical field.

Guests of honour included Dr. Harsha Halahalli, Registrar of Nitte (Deemed to be University), and Immad Mohammed Ismail, Observer of the Karnataka Medical Council.

Dr. Lekha Pandit, Director of the Advanced Neuro Sciences Research Centre at K.S. Hegde Medical Academy, welcomed the gathering. The programme was compered by Dr. Alexander Lobo and Dr. Suhan, while Dr. Sandeep Rai, Dean of K.S. Hegde Medical Academy, delivered the vote of thanks.