Dr. Kunal Kalra

Dr Kunal Kalra is a highly distinguished Senior Consultant Paediatric Neurologist in Delhi with 18 years of experience in delivering world-class neurological care for children.

Backed by a prestigious MRCPCH (UK) and advanced pediatric fellowships from Great Ormond Street Hospital, he delivers exceptional expertise in complex brain disorders, neuro-metabolic conditions, and severe epilepsy.

He provides trusted, expert paediatric neurological care at Max Super Speciality Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, CK Birla Hospital, and IBS Hospital in Delhi, offering fluent support in English and Hindi.

Area of Expertise

Dr Kunal Kalra brings profound knowledge to the precise diagnosis and targeted medical management of severe childhood neurological disorders and complex developmental delays.

His unparalleled proficiency utilizing advanced neurophysiological interpretations and highly specialized therapeutic diets ensures optimal brain development and rapid seizure control for his young patients.

Complex Paediatric Epilepsy and Neurophysiology

For patients in Delhi, Dr Kalra provides precise medical interventions for severe childhood epilepsy, neonatal seizures, and complex brain wave abnormalities.

• Advanced medical and surgical management for highly complex Paediatric Epilepsy
• Targeted therapeutic interventions utilizing the Ketogenic Diet and Vagal Nerve Stimulator (VNS) implantation
• Expert clinical review and highly precise interpretation of complex Pediatric and Neonatal EEGs

Neuromuscular and Neuro-Metabolic Disorders

As a leading specialist in Delhi, Dr Kunal Kalra offers comprehensive care for severe muscle weakness, genetic brain disorders, and neuro-metabolic conditions.

• Advanced medical management protocols for complex Neuromuscular diseases including Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
• Targeted diagnostic and therapeutic interventions for rare Neurometabolic and Genetic Disorders
• Comprehensive neurophysiological diagnostics including highly advanced nerve studies and brain scans

Movement Disorders and Neuro-Inflammation

Dr Kalra provides secure medical solutions for children suffering from severe developmental delays, demyelination, and complex movement disorders in Delhi.

• Comprehensive therapeutic management for complex Movement Disorders, Autism, and severe ADHD
• Targeted immunosuppressive therapies for complex Neuro-inflammation and Demyelinating conditions
• Expert multidisciplinary clinical pathways integrating advanced pediatric neuro-disability care

Credentials and Education

Dr Kunal Kalra completed his comprehensive medical education and elite paediatric neurological training from highly prestigious national and international institutions:

• MBBS from Dr B.R Ambedkar Medical College (Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences), Bengaluru (2008)
• DNB in Paediatrics from Hindu Rao Hospital and Associated NDMC Medical College, New Delhi (2013)
• MRCPCH from the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, UK (2023)

Dr Kunal Kalra is registered with the Delhi Medical Council (No. 38408, 2008) and the General Medical Council, UK (No. 7590181).

Fellowships and Certifications

• Fellowship in Paediatric Neuromuscular from Great Ormond Street Hospital, London, UK
• Senior Clinical Fellow in Acute Paediatric Neurology at Evelina Children’s Hospital, London and Alder Hey Children's Hospital, Liverpool, UK
• Senior Clinical Fellow in Paediatric Complex Medical and Surgical Epilepsy at Birmingham Children’s Hospital, UK
• Honorary Fellow in Paediatric Neurophysiology and Neuro-metabolic Medicine at Great Ormond Street Hospital, London, UK
• European Paediatric Neurology Society Exam Certified (2025)

Professional Experience

Dr Kunal Kalra currently serves as a Consultant Paediatric Neurologist at Max Super Speciality Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, CK Birla Hospital, and IBS Hospital in Delhi.

Previously, he gained exceptional international and national clinical leadership experience as:

• Consultant Paediatric Neurologist at Manipal Hospital, Dwarka and Pushpawati Singhania Research Hospital, New Delhi
• Consultant at Great Ormond Street Hospital, Evelina London Children’s Hospital, and Birmingham Children’s Hospital, UK
• Specialty Registrar at Queen Elizabeth Hospital, London and St. Mary’s Hospital, London, UK
• Attending Consultant at Fortis Flt Lt Rajan Dhall Hospital, Vasant Kunj and Max Smart Super Speciality Hospital, Saket
• Senior Resident at Dr Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital (PGIMER), New Delhi

Memberships

• British Paediatric Neurology Association (BPNA)
• European Paediatric Neurology Society (EPNS)
• International Child Neurology Association (ICNA)
• Association of Child Neurology (AOCN), India
• Asian and Oceanian Child Neurology Association (AOCNA)
• Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH), UK
• Indian Academy of Paediatrics (IAP)

Achievements, Talks, and Publications

• Conducted a highly specialized clinical audit evaluating the use of Sodium Valproate in women of childbearing age at St Mary’s Hospital, London.
• Extensively trained in Advanced Pediatric Life Support (APLS) and Neonatal Life Support (NLS) protocols from the United Kingdom.
• Authored a highly critical medical case report titled "Vancomycin induced neonatal thrombocytopenia," published in the indexed journal Drug Metabolism and Personalized Therapy.
• Delivered five exceptional poster presentations detailing advanced pediatric neurology research at the prestigious BPNA Pediatric Neurology Conference (2021) in the UK.

Book an Appointment with Dr Kunal Kalra, Paediatric Neurologist in Delhi

Schedule your priority consultation with Dr Kunal Kalra at Max Hospital, Shalimar Bagh or CK Birla Hospital for expert pediatric epilepsy management and advanced neuro-metabolic care. Check his contact details and consultation fee on HexaHealth today to book a seamless appointment.