Gleneagles Hospital, Parel, has achieved a significant milestone in neurological care by becoming the only hospital in Mumbai to receive the prestigious World Stroke Organization (WSO)–National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers (NABH) Advanced Stroke Centre Certification. This recognition underscores the hospital’s excellence in emergency stroke response, advanced infrastructure, expert-led clinical care, and consistently strong patient outcomes.
Rigorous Evaluation and Global Recognition
The certification followed a comprehensive and stringent assessment process that reviewed Gleneagles Hospital’s infrastructure, clinical pathways, emergency response systems, and stroke care outcomes. As a result, the hospital demonstrated its readiness to deliver timely, evidence-based, and life-saving stroke treatment—an essential capability as stroke incidence continues to rise rapidly across India.
Notably, Gleneagles Hospital is Mumbai’s first and only facility certified under the NABH Certification Program for Advanced Stroke Centres, thereby setting a new benchmark for comprehensive stroke care in the region.
Expert-Led Multidisciplinary Stroke Programme
The hospital’s advanced stroke programme is led by a highly experienced multidisciplinary team comprising senior specialists Dr. Shirish Hastak, Dr. Nitin Dange, and Dr. Pankaj Agarwal, supported by interventional experts and critical care physicians. Together, the team works in seamless coordination from early diagnosis through acute intervention and rehabilitation.
Importantly, the programme focuses on optimizing Door-to-Needle Time (DTNT) and Door-to-Groin Time (DTGT), two critical metrics that directly influence stroke recovery and long-term outcomes.
Dedicated Neuro Critical Care and Rapid Intervention
Gleneagles Hospital operates a dedicated Neuro Critical Care Unit designed exclusively for patients with severe neurological conditions, including acute stroke. Furthermore, the hospital strictly adheres to international protocols for rapid thrombolysis, ensuring treatment is delivered within the critical “golden window” of 4.5 hours. This timely intervention minimizes brain damage and significantly improves recovery prospects.
WSO and Angels Awards Committee Recognition
In addition to NABH certification, Gleneagles Hospital has also earned recognition from the World Stroke Organization (WSO)/Angels Awards Committee. This international acknowledgment honors hospitals that demonstrate excellence in stroke data reporting, treatment quality, and measurable patient outcomes.
Moreover, Gleneagles Hospital received the WSO–NABH Advanced Stroke Centre Certificate, the highest level of recognition, for consistently maintaining exceptional stroke care standards across multiple consecutive evaluation cycles.
Leadership Perspective on the Achievement
Commenting on the achievement, Dr. Bipin Chevale, CEO of Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai, said, “Receiving both NABH and WSO recognition validates the strength of our systems, teamwork, and clinical discipline. We continuously analyze our stroke data to identify gaps and improve response times, which helps us deliver consistent outcomes even in complex and high-risk cases.”
He added, “This certification is a proud moment for our entire team. Being the only hospital in Mumbai to receive the WSO–NABH Advanced Stroke Centre recognition reflects our unwavering commitment to clinical excellence, patient safety, and global quality standards. As stroke cases continue to rise, we remain focused on strengthening emergency response systems and delivering timely, coordinated, and compassionate care.”