Dr. Anaita Udwadia Hegde is a highly experienced Consultant in Paediatric Neurology with over 20 years of expertise in diagnosing and managing complex neurological conditions in children. She is currently associated with Jaslok Hospital and Research Centre, where she provides specialized, compassionate care tailored to young patients and their families.

She completed her MBBS from Seth G.S. Medical College and trained at KEM Hospital. She went on to pursue her DCH and MD in Paediatrics, followed by MRCPCH (London). To further specialize, she completed a Fellowship in Neurosciences at the Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children and the Institute of Child Health, London—one of the world’s leading centres for paediatric neurology.

Dr. Hegde has extensive teaching experience, having trained postgraduate students at Bai Jerbai Wadia Hospital for Children and Jaslok Hospital. She is actively involved in research, has published in national and international journals, and runs a fellowship program in Paediatric Neurology to mentor the next generation of specialists.

Her areas of expertise include paediatric epilepsy and epilepsy surgery programs, neurogenetic and neurometabolic disorders, cerebral palsy, autism, ADHD, neuromuscular disorders, paediatric stroke, movement disorders, and acute neurological conditions. She is also deeply committed to community care through rural neurology initiatives, having treated thousands of children over the years.

Known for her empathetic and patient-focused approach, Dr. Hegde works closely with families to provide clear guidance, advanced treatment options, and long-term support for children with neurological conditions.