Dr. Shweta Kadaba

Dr Shweta Kadaba is an experienced consultant neuropsychologist in Bangalore with over 31 years of experience in neuropsychological assessment, cognitive rehabilitation, dementia care, traumatic brain injury management, and caregiver support.

She currently practises as a Consultant at Manipal Hospital, Sarjapur Road, Bangalore and at Sakra World Hospital, Marathahalli, Bangalore.

Patients searching for the best neuropsychologist in Bangalore or a trusted cognitive rehabilitation specialist near Sarjapur Road will find in Dr Shweta the international training, deep clinical expertise, and holistic approach that help individuals with brain injuries and neurological conditions regain independence and quality of life.

Whether you or a family member needs expert care for dementia, traumatic brain injury, stroke recovery, epilepsy, adult ADHD, or any cognitive or behavioural concern following a neurological condition, she provides comprehensive, evidence-based neuropsychological care. She consults in English, Hindi, and Marathi.

Area of Expertise

Neuropsychological Assessment and Cognitive Rehabilitation

Comprehensive cognitive evaluation and structured rehabilitation for individuals with neurological conditions.

• Neuropsychological assessment for dementia, TBI, stroke, and epilepsy
• Cognitive rehabilitation for attention, memory, and executive function deficits
• Adult ADHD evaluation and management
• Functional cognitive disorder assessment
• Neuropsychological sequelae of acquired brain injury including hypoxia, movement disorders, and multiple sclerosis
• Vocational rehabilitation and reintegration support

Dementia Care and Caregiver Support

Specialised care for patients with dementia and structured support programs for their families and caregivers.

• Dementia assessment, management, and cognitive enrichment
• Caregiver counselling and psychosocial interventions
• Support group facilitation for patients and families
• Community-based cognitive enrichment programs
• Brain fitness and healthy ageing guidance

Therapeutic Interventions and Brain Injury Rehabilitation

Evidence-based psychological and therapeutic approaches for individuals living with neurological and behavioural challenges.

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for neurological conditions
• Traumatic brain injury (TBI) rehabilitation
• Stroke recovery and post-injury cognitive support
• Epilepsy psychosocial management
• Behavioural and emotional regulation following brain injury

Professional Experience

Dr Shweta Kadaba is currently associated with:

• Consultant, Manipal Hospital, Sarjapur Road, Bangalore
• Consultant, Sakra World Hospital, Marathahalli, Bangalore

She has previously worked at the Cognitive Neurology Clinic (CNC), Bangalore, the Paediatric Neurology Department at P D Hinduja Hospital, Mumbai, and the Department of Neuropsychiatry at Rajiv Gandhi Medical College Hospital, Thane.

Credentials, Qualifications, and Memberships

Educational Qualifications

• BA in Psychology from Sophia College, Mumbai, 1995
• MA in Clinical Psychology (First Class) from University of Mumbai, 1998
• PhD in Psychology from University of Mumbai, 2005
• PG Diploma in Applied Neuropsychology (Distinction) from University of Bristol, UK, 2021

Dr Shweta completed a 3-month intensive training in Neuropsychological Assessment and Neurorehabilitation at NIMHANS, Bangalore, and has undertaken international courses in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and clinical observation in neuropsychological rehabilitation in the USA.

She also completed the Comprehensive Epilepsy Course from the Indian Epilepsy Association and the ILAE Neuropsychological Evaluation in Epilepsy Course in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Awards and Research

Dr Shweta Kadaba was elected as Co-Chair of the Brain Injury Special Interest Group of the International Neuropsychological Society (2023-2026).

She has presented research at national and international conferences and received the Best Poster Award at SCARF's International Conference on Schizophrenia (2006). She has also coordinated a norming project for the Wechsler Memory Scale-3 at KEM Hospital, Mumbai.

Memberships

• International Neuropsychological Society
• Indian Federation for Neurorehabilitation (Life Member)
• Indian Epilepsy Society (Life Member)
• Association for Contextual Behavioral Science (ACBS)

Book an Appointment

For expert consultation on dementia, traumatic brain injury, stroke recovery, epilepsy, adult ADHD, cognitive rehabilitation, or any neuropsychological concern in Bangalore, book an appointment with Dr Shweta Kadaba through HexaHealth for a smooth and priority consultation experience.