Aravindhan Veerapandiyan, M.D. Pediatric Neurologist
Overview
- Area of Expertise
- Neurology
- Patient Type
- Children and Adolescents
- Language
- English
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Primary Appointment Location
Arkansas Children’s Hospital
1 Children's Way
Little Rock, 72202
- Appointment Phone Number
- (501) 364-1202
New and Returning Patients
About Dr. Veerapandiyan
Clinical Biography
Aravindhan Veerapandiyan, M.D. (Dr. Panda) is a child neurologist and assistant professor with specialized interest and training in neuromuscular disorders in children. He is the director of the Comprehensive Neuromuscular Program and co-director of the Muscular Dystrophy Association Care Center at ACH. He brings in training and expertise to perform electromyography and nerve conduction studies in children. Dr. Panda also has a particular interest in evaluating and treating children with headache disorders. He is the medical director of the Headache Clinic at ACH.
Dr. Veerapandiyan earned his medical degree from the K.A.P. Vishwanatham Government Medical College in India. He completed a residency in child neurology at Rutgers University-New Jersey Medical School in Newark, New Jersey, and a fellowship in Neuromuscular Medicine at the University of Rochester — Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, New York. He also has post-doctoral research experience in child neurology at Duke University Medical Center.
Dr. Veerapandiyan has a passion for clinical research and education. He has published more than 25 peer-reviewed articles and has presented his work at national meetings. He is actively involved in industry-sponsored clinical trials focusing on neuromuscular disorders and headaches in children.
Dr. Veerapandiyan is a member of the American Academy of Neurology, the Child Neurology Society, and the American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine.
Dr. Veerapandiyan's Areas of Expertise
Dr. Veerapandiyan's Academic Background
Faculty Appointments
- Pediatrics — Neurology
- Assistant Professor
Education
- Medical School
- K.A.P. Vishwanatham Government Medical College
- Residency
- Rutgers University
Child Neurology - Fellowship
- University of Rochester/Strong Memorial Hospital
Neuromuscular Medicine - Postdoctoral Training
- Duke University Medical Center
Child Neurology Research
Associations
- American Academy of Neurology
- American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine
- Child Neurology Society
Locations Where Dr. Veerapandiyan Practices
Arkansas Children’s Hospital , Primary Location
1 Children's Way
Little Rock, AR 72202
Arkansas Children’s Northwest
2601 Gene George Blvd.
Springdale, AR 72762
Childhood Post-infectious Autoimmune Encephalopathy (CPAE) Clinic (Part of Arkansas Children's Hospital)
1 Children's Way
Little Rock, AR 72202