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NMC registration, qualifications, experience with your condition, and follow-up —— the practical checklist for Kathmandu.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Jitendra Prasad Yadav • NMC 8029 • Kathmandu Neurology Clinic & Cognitive Center
Choosing a neurologist in Kathmandu is a decision that shapes months or years of care. Start with the basics: a specialist registered with the Nepal Medical Council (NMC), with recognized qualifications in internal medicine and neurology, and specific experience with your concern —— whether that is headache and migraine, dizziness and vertigo, epilepsy, stroke, or memory and cognitive problems. A neurologist who regularly manages your type of condition recognizes patterns faster. Ask what they see most often. For headache medicine, depth shows in how evaluation is structured: headache-diary review, ICHD-3 classification, red-flag screening, and medication-overuse review —— rather than a quick prescription. Accessibility matters in Kathmandu: location near public routes, phone and online booking, reasonable waiting times, and clear follow-up planning. Neurological conditions are often long-term; you want a provider whose records and continuity system mean you do not repeat your history at every visit. Verify before you travel: NMC number, clinic address, phone line, and what to bring (prior imaging, reports, medication list, and a symptom diary if relevant). A good first visit should produce clarity about diagnosis, next investigations (if any), and a follow-up plan —— not guarantees of cure. Kathmandu Neurology Clinic & Cognitive Center, led by Dr. Jitendra Prasad Yadav (NMC 8029, MBBS, MD Internal Medicine, FICN Neurology, 15+ years, National Trauma Center/NAMS), structures care exactly this way: consultation, diary-based evaluation where relevant, and scheduled follow-up. See /best-neurologist-kathmandu for the full comparison. This article is educational and does not provide individual medical advice.
Frequently asked questions
Answers reviewed by Dr. Jitendra Prasad Yadav • MBBS, MD (Internal Medicine), FICN (Neurology), FCNV, FIHM • NMC 8029
Migraine is a neurological condition; headache is one feature. Associated symptoms and functional impact are important for diagnosis.
Aura refers to visual, sensory, or speech symptoms that precede the headache in some people. Both types are migraine; the presence of aura may influence management discussion.
Frequency may improve with systematic evaluation of types, contributors, and individualized planning, but outcomes vary.
Using pain medication on 10+ days per month can trigger daily headache. Reduction or cessation under medical supervision may help break this cycle.
A neurologist (like Dr. Jitendra Prasad Yadav, NMC 8029) diagnoses and manages brain and nerve conditions medically; a neurosurgeon operates on brain and spine. Most headaches, vertigo, neuropathy, epilepsy, and memory concerns start with neurology; surgery is considered only for specific structural causes.
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References & Review
Reviewed by Dr. Jitendra Prasad Yadav • Last reviewed: 2026-09-04
- International Classification of Headache Disorders, 3rd edition (ICHD-3).
- Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine — Neurology sections.
- American Academy of Neurology guidelines for selected conditions (where applicable).
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