Dr. Joy M A
Thrissur
Summary
Highly experienced neurologist with over 24 years of clinical and academic experience, specialising in movement disorders and advanced neurological care. Trained in India and Canada, with fellowship-level expertise in deep brain stimulation (DBS) and complex movement disorders. Demonstrated leadership across multiple tertiary-care institutions, combining academic excellence with high-volume private and hospital-based practice.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Consultant Neurologist
Multiple Institutions
Thrissur
01.2025 - Current
- Aswini Hospital & Sun Hospitals, Thrissur
- Azeezia Hospital, Alathur
- Hemaas Clinic, Thrissur
- Meera Pattabhiraman Trust, Thrissur
Consultant Neurologist
Aswini Hospital & Sun Hospitals
Thrissur
01.2005 - Current
Senior Consultant Neurologist
Apollo Adlux Hospital
Angamali
01.2020 - 12.2024
Movement Disorders Fellowship
Foothills Medical Centre, University of Calgary
Alberta
01.2004 - 12.2005
- Advanced training in movement disorders and DBS
- Specialized management of Parkinson's disease, dystonia, and tremor
- Research collaboration with international faculty
- University of Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Clinical Assistant Professor - Neurology
Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences (AIMS)
Kochi
01.2001 - 12.2004
- Undergraduate and postgraduate neurology teaching
- Clinical supervision, ward rounds, and case discussions
- Development of movement disorders clinical services
Education
Movement Disorders Fellowship - Movement disorders and DBS
Foothills Medical Centre, University of Calgary
Canada01-2005
DM - Neurology
SCTIMST
Trivandrum, Kerala01-2000
MD - Medicine
Govt. Medical College
Kottayam, Kerala01-1997
MBBS -
Govt. Medical College
Thrissur, Kerala01-1993
Skills
- Clinical assessments
- Neurological diagnostics
- Treatment planning
- Patient education
- Research collaboration
- Healthcare management
- Evidence-based practice
Affiliations
- Indian Academy of Neurology
- Neurological Society of India
- International Parkinson & Movement Disorder Society
Clinical Expertise
Parkinson's disease & atypical parkinsonism, Essential tremor, dystonia, myoclonus, Ataxia, chorea, tics, Complete DBS patient pathway (pre-op to long-term follow-up), Stroke and cerebrovascular disorders, Epilepsy, Dementia and neurodegenerative diseases, Neuromuscular disorders, Headache & neuro-ophthalmology, Botulinum toxin injections, Lumbar puncture, EEG & EMG interpretation, Advanced neuroimaging analysis (CT, MRI)
Academic And Research Contributions
Bilateral chorea-ballism associated with hyperthyroidism, Movement Disorders, 05/15/05, PMID: 15732125 | DOI: 10.1002/mds.20436, Extensive radiculopathy: another false localising sign in intracranial hypertension, Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery & Psychiatry, 07/01/04, Case discussion: Late-onset chorea - Nature Clinical Practice Neurology (2005), Invited speaker at Neurology CME programs - Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi, Contributor to headache management clinical protocols (Thrissur hospitals), Patient education initiatives: sleep disorders and movement disorders, Neurometabolic Disorders in Children - AIMS Experience. Asia-Oceania Child Neurology Conference, Autoimmune Neurological Disorders Associated with Anti-thyroid Antibodies.
Languages
- English (Fluent)
- Hindi (Conversational)
- Malayalam (Native)
- English (Fluent)
- Hindi (Conversational)
Personal Information
Title: Senior Consultant Neurologist & Movement Disorders Specialist
Medical Qualifications
- DM Neurology, SCTIMST, Trivandrum, Kerala, 695011, 01/01/00
- MD Medicine, Govt. Medical College, Kottayam, Kerala, 686001, 01/01/97
- MBBS, Govt. Medical College, Thrissur, Kerala, 680001, 01/01/93
Professional Highlights
- 24+ years of sustained clinical excellence
- International fellowship training in Canada (University of Calgary)
- Senior leadership across multiple institutions simultaneously
- Key contributor to development of the Thrissur-Angamali neurology referral network
- Balanced academic, hospital-based, and private practice career
Languages
Malayalam
Native
Native
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
C1
Timeline
Senior Consultant Neurologist
Multiple Institutions
01.2025 - Current
Senior Consultant Neurologist
Apollo Adlux Hospital
01.2020 - 12.2024
Consultant Neurologist
Aswini Hospital & Sun Hospitals
01.2005 - Current
Movement Disorders Fellowship
Foothills Medical Centre, University of Calgary
01.2004 - 12.2005
Clinical Assistant Professor - Neurology
Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences (AIMS)
01.2001 - 12.2004
Movement Disorders Fellowship - Movement disorders and DBS
Foothills Medical Centre, University of Calgary
DM - Neurology
SCTIMST
MD - Medicine
Govt. Medical College
MBBS -
Govt. Medical College