Dr. Safal Sachidananda Shetty is a highly accomplished neurologist and interventional pain management specialist with over a decade of experience. Trained at premier institutions like the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS), Bangalore, and King Edward Memorial Hospital, Pune, he is currently pursuing advanced fellowships in Neurovascular Intervention and Interventional Pain Management.
His expertise spans a wide range of advanced procedures, including:
Neurology:
Comprehensive management of stroke, epilepsy, trigeminal neuralgia, and pediatric neurological disorders.
Neurovascular Intervention:
Mechanical thrombectomy, aneurysm coiling, flow diverters, and embolization of vascular malformations.
Interventional Pain Management:
USG and C-arm guided nerve blocks, spinal cord stimulators, endoscopic discectomy, vertebroplasty, and regenerative therapies like PRP and prolotherapy.
Dr. Shetty has independently managed outpatient and inpatient departments at renowned institutions like Manipal Hospitals, Goa, and Kasturba Medical College Hospital, Mangalore. He is also a passionate educator, having developed 48 hours of specialist-level neurology course content for Prepladder Pvt. Ltd., a subsidiary of Unacademy, to aid medical aspirants.
Research & Contributions
Dr. Shetty is actively involved in advancing medical knowledge through research and publications. His notable works include:
Research on neurosyphilis and neuronal intranuclear inclusion disease published in journals like Asian Journal of Psychiatry and Alzheimer’s Disease and Associated Disorders.
A dissertation comparing recovery patterns in arterial ischemic stroke and cerebral venous thrombosis.
Manuscripts in preparation on stroke recovery and flow diverters for intracranial aneurysms.
Presented a poster on stroke intervention at the Delhi Course of Neurointervention (SNIF, 2019).
He has also attended specialized training, including the PLANET course in Chiang Mai, Thailand, in 2023 and 2024, to stay at the forefront of neurovascular intervention.
Beyond Medicine
Dr. Shetty’s commitment to excellence extends beyond his medical practice. An accomplished cricketer, he captained his college team at Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore, and won numerous accolades, including ‘Cricketer of the Year’ (2009, 2010), ‘Man of the Match’ (2010), and ‘Man of the Series’ (2011) in intercollegiate tournaments. He also represented his alma mater in badminton and served as president of the student council (2009-2010) and intern’s council (2012-2013).
Fluent in Kannada, Tulu, Hindi, Telugu, and English, Dr. Shetty connects effortlessly with patients from diverse backgrounds. His personal life reflects his dedication to family, as a proud husband to Dr. Apoorva Shetty, an ophthalmologist, and father to his daughter, Veera.
Community Engagement
Dr. Shetty is deeply committed to raising awareness about neurological health. He has conducted:
A ‘Stroke Day’ awareness program for hospital staff and caregivers at Manipal Hospitals, Goa.
A talk on Alzheimer’s disease at an old-age home in Ponda, Goa, on ‘Alzheimer’s Day.’
Free medical camps in rural areas of Goa to provide accessible healthcare.
Why Choose Us?
With a unique blend of advanced medical expertise, a patient-centric approach, and a passion for innovation, Dr. Safal Shetty offers unparalleled care in neurology and pain management. Whether you’re seeking treatment for a neurological condition, neurovascular intervention, or chronic pain relief, Dr. Shetty and his team are here to guide you toward better health.
