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Dinesh Sivakolundu, M.D., Ph.D.

Neurologist
Multiple Sclerosis, Neuroinflammation, Botox for Headaches and Spasticity
813-855-2900
Accepting new patients
Speaks English & Tamil

Biography

Dr. Dinesh Sivakolundu is a board-certified neurologist and fellowship-trained neuroimmunologist who specializes in caring for people with multiple sclerosis and other complex autoimmune and inflammatory disorders of the nervous system. He completed his neurology residency at the Yale University School of Medicine, where he served as Chief Resident of Innovation and Research, followed by fellowship training in neuroimmunology and neuroinflammation at Weill Cornell Medicine. With rigorous training as both a physician and neuroscientist (Ph.D. in brain health and imaging from the University of Texas at Dallas), Dr. Sivakolundu is positioned at the forefront of neurological care and research. His research focuses on how the brain’s blood vessels, lymphatic system, and immune pathways contribute to symptoms such as fatigue, cognitive decline, and disease progression in multiple sclerosis. He continues to publish widely in top-tier journals, and has earned national research awards, including the National Multiple Sclerosis Society Clinician Scientist Development Award. Clinically, Dr. Sivakolundu possesses specialized expertise in advanced neuroimaging interpretation, lumbar punctures, spasticity management (including botulinum toxin injections), and headache treatment. He is dedicated to partnering with individuals and families in their care, combining cutting-edge, evidence-based therapies with compassion to work toward the best possible outcomes and quality of life. Beyond the clinic, Dr. Sivakolundu is an innovator and entrepreneur. He founded Solliva, a digital platform designed to improve communication between patients and their clinical providers, and Shrudin Solutions, a consulting firm for healthcare innovation. Outside of medicine, he is a table tennis athlete and moreover enjoys piano, coding, and spending time with his wife and dog.

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Credentials

Fellowship

Neuroimmunology & Neuroinflammation; Weill-Cornell Medical College, New York, NY

Residency

Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, CT

Internship

Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, CT

Medical Education

• The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R Medical University, Kilpauk Medical College, India (M.D.) • The University of Texas at Dallas (Ph.D.)

Board Certifications

• American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology ABPN)

Honors and Awards

• National MS Society Travel Award

• Americas Committee for Treatment and Research in Multiple Sclerosis Travel Grant

• Best poster award from the American Indian Neurologic Association

• AAN Resident Research Scholarship

• European & Americas Committee for Treatment and Research in Multiple Sclerosis Travel Grant

• AAN Futures in Neurologic Research Award

Hobbies & Interests

Competitive table tennis, piano, coding, and spending time with his wife and dog

What Our Patients Have to Say

I am a new patient and so far everything has been great.

Mariana Valencia
Patient of
Dinesh Sivakolundu, M.D., Ph.D.

Im so happy I found him he is caring and listens and will give you the best treatment.

Sonia Vasquez
Patient of
Dinesh Sivakolundu, M.D., Ph.D.

Dr. Sivakolundu is an excellent doctor. He’s knowledgeable and competent. He and his staff are very friendly. I’d absolutely recommend this place.

Kacie Vaccarella
Patient of
Dinesh Sivakolundu, M.D., Ph.D.

Dr Sivakolundu was very thorough, caring, and listened to all my questions. He took his time and I felt I had his undivided attention through the entire appointment.

Réa Mackenzie
Patient of
Dinesh Sivakolundu, M.D., Ph.D.

Dr. Sivakolundu is incredibly knowledgeable and genuinely kind. He takes his time, listens carefully, and never makes you feel rushed or dismissed. I truly appreciated his patience and professionalism. Highly recommend.

Ashley
Patient of
Dinesh Sivakolundu, M.D., Ph.D.

I saw Dr Sivakolundu for the first time yesterday and he did more for me in one appointment then my previous neuro did in 6 months. I feel blessed to have found him and totally trust my care in his hands.

Holly G.
Patient of
Dinesh Sivakolundu, M.D., Ph.D.

I am a new patient and so far everything has been great.

Mariana Valencia
Patient of
Dinesh Sivakolundu, M.D., Ph.D.

Im so happy I found him he is caring and listens and will give you the best treatment.

Sonia Vasquez
Patient of
Dinesh Sivakolundu, M.D., Ph.D.

Dr. Sivakolundu is an excellent doctor. He’s knowledgeable and competent. He and his staff are very friendly. I’d absolutely recommend this place.

Kacie Vaccarella
Patient of
Dinesh Sivakolundu, M.D., Ph.D.

Dr Sivakolundu was very thorough, caring, and listened to all my questions. He took his time and I felt I had his undivided attention through the entire appointment.

Réa Mackenzie
Patient of
Dinesh Sivakolundu, M.D., Ph.D.

Dr. Sivakolundu is incredibly knowledgeable and genuinely kind. He takes his time, listens carefully, and never makes you feel rushed or dismissed. I truly appreciated his patience and professionalism. Highly recommend.

Ashley
Patient of
Dinesh Sivakolundu, M.D., Ph.D.

I saw Dr Sivakolundu for the first time yesterday and he did more for me in one appointment then my previous neuro did in 6 months. I feel blessed to have found him and totally trust my care in his hands.

Holly G.
Patient of
Dinesh Sivakolundu, M.D., Ph.D.

I am a new patient and so far everything has been great.

Mariana Valencia
Patient of
Dinesh Sivakolundu, M.D., Ph.D.

Im so happy I found him he is caring and listens and will give you the best treatment.

Sonia Vasquez
Patient of
Dinesh Sivakolundu, M.D., Ph.D.

Dr. Sivakolundu is an excellent doctor. He’s knowledgeable and competent. He and his staff are very friendly. I’d absolutely recommend this place.

Kacie Vaccarella
Patient of
Dinesh Sivakolundu, M.D., Ph.D.

Dr Sivakolundu was very thorough, caring, and listened to all my questions. He took his time and I felt I had his undivided attention through the entire appointment.

Réa Mackenzie
Patient of
Dinesh Sivakolundu, M.D., Ph.D.

Dr. Sivakolundu is incredibly knowledgeable and genuinely kind. He takes his time, listens carefully, and never makes you feel rushed or dismissed. I truly appreciated his patience and professionalism. Highly recommend.

Ashley
Patient of
Dinesh Sivakolundu, M.D., Ph.D.

I saw Dr Sivakolundu for the first time yesterday and he did more for me in one appointment then my previous neuro did in 6 months. I feel blessed to have found him and totally trust my care in his hands.

Holly G.
Patient of
Dinesh Sivakolundu, M.D., Ph.D.

I am a new patient and so far everything has been great.

Mariana Valencia
Patient of
Dinesh Sivakolundu, M.D., Ph.D.

Im so happy I found him he is caring and listens and will give you the best treatment.

Sonia Vasquez
Patient of
Dinesh Sivakolundu, M.D., Ph.D.

Dr. Sivakolundu is an excellent doctor. He’s knowledgeable and competent. He and his staff are very friendly. I’d absolutely recommend this place.

Kacie Vaccarella
Patient of
Dinesh Sivakolundu, M.D., Ph.D.

Dr Sivakolundu was very thorough, caring, and listened to all my questions. He took his time and I felt I had his undivided attention through the entire appointment.

Réa Mackenzie
Patient of
Dinesh Sivakolundu, M.D., Ph.D.

Dr. Sivakolundu is incredibly knowledgeable and genuinely kind. He takes his time, listens carefully, and never makes you feel rushed or dismissed. I truly appreciated his patience and professionalism. Highly recommend.

Ashley
Patient of
Dinesh Sivakolundu, M.D., Ph.D.

I saw Dr Sivakolundu for the first time yesterday and he did more for me in one appointment then my previous neuro did in 6 months. I feel blessed to have found him and totally trust my care in his hands.

Holly G.
Patient of
Dinesh Sivakolundu, M.D., Ph.D.

I am a new patient and so far everything has been great.

Mariana Valencia
Patient of
Dinesh Sivakolundu, M.D., Ph.D.

Im so happy I found him he is caring and listens and will give you the best treatment.

Sonia Vasquez
Patient of
Dinesh Sivakolundu, M.D., Ph.D.

Dr. Sivakolundu is an excellent doctor. He’s knowledgeable and competent. He and his staff are very friendly. I’d absolutely recommend this place.

Kacie Vaccarella
Patient of
Dinesh Sivakolundu, M.D., Ph.D.

Dr Sivakolundu was very thorough, caring, and listened to all my questions. He took his time and I felt I had his undivided attention through the entire appointment.

Réa Mackenzie
Patient of
Dinesh Sivakolundu, M.D., Ph.D.

Dr. Sivakolundu is incredibly knowledgeable and genuinely kind. He takes his time, listens carefully, and never makes you feel rushed or dismissed. I truly appreciated his patience and professionalism. Highly recommend.

Ashley
Patient of
Dinesh Sivakolundu, M.D., Ph.D.

I saw Dr Sivakolundu for the first time yesterday and he did more for me in one appointment then my previous neuro did in 6 months. I feel blessed to have found him and totally trust my care in his hands.

Holly G.
Patient of
Dinesh Sivakolundu, M.D., Ph.D.

I am a new patient and so far everything has been great.

Mariana Valencia
Patient of
Dinesh Sivakolundu, M.D., Ph.D.

Im so happy I found him he is caring and listens and will give you the best treatment.

Sonia Vasquez
Patient of
Dinesh Sivakolundu, M.D., Ph.D.

Dr. Sivakolundu is an excellent doctor. He’s knowledgeable and competent. He and his staff are very friendly. I’d absolutely recommend this place.

Kacie Vaccarella
Patient of
Dinesh Sivakolundu, M.D., Ph.D.

Dr Sivakolundu was very thorough, caring, and listened to all my questions. He took his time and I felt I had his undivided attention through the entire appointment.

Réa Mackenzie
Patient of
Dinesh Sivakolundu, M.D., Ph.D.

Dr. Sivakolundu is incredibly knowledgeable and genuinely kind. He takes his time, listens carefully, and never makes you feel rushed or dismissed. I truly appreciated his patience and professionalism. Highly recommend.

Ashley
Patient of
Dinesh Sivakolundu, M.D., Ph.D.

I saw Dr Sivakolundu for the first time yesterday and he did more for me in one appointment then my previous neuro did in 6 months. I feel blessed to have found him and totally trust my care in his hands.

Holly G.
Patient of
Dinesh Sivakolundu, M.D., Ph.D.

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I have been to a few neurologists in the area and this is the best. I've seen both Dr. Schneider and ARNP Dawn Rush-Wilde. They never make me feel rushed and always listen to my concerns. The office staff is also helpful and nice. I know that several staff members are bilingual, but speak English very clearly. If you're looking for a neurologist, I highly recommend this office.

Becky K.
Patient

I saw Dr Sivakolundu for the first time yesterday and he did more for me in one appointment then my previous neuro did in 6 months. I feel blessed to have found him and totally trust my care in his hands.

Holly G.
Patient

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