Delegate: Dr. Manvir Bhatia
Affiliation: MD, DM Senior Neurologist & Sleep Specialist
Short Bio: Dr. MANVIR BHATIA is a Senior Neurologist and Sleep Specialist with > 30 years of experience. Dr.Manvir is the Director of Neurology Sleep Centre, New Delhi. She is currently the Vice President of the Indian Society for Sleep Research.
She is a founder of the Sleep Medicine Institute, co-founder of the Ace School of Sleep Medicine for training physicians and paramedics in the field of sleep medicine. She is the author of the book “The Sleep Solution,” the first non-fiction book on sleep in India. She is one of the pioneers in developing the specialty of Neurophysiology and sleep Medicine in the country. Completed the Ambassadors program at ISB for the 10K Women Entrepreneurs’ program and the master’s prog at ISB. Has been awarded the Indira Gandhi Mahila Ratan Award, and the AAPIOS (American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin) Boston in 2017. She has contributed to the national OSA and Insomnia Guidelines. She has also been invited as a speaker by FICCI FLOW at Wellness Conclave-Chennai to deliver a talk on Sleep as a major domain of wellness. She has conducted Awareness Programs on Sleep Disorders in the community for creating awareness about SLEEP and its importance, and celebrated World Sleep Day for > 10 years. Interviews were given on TV and print media about sleep.
Areas of Interest- Epilepsy, Sleep Medicine, Headache, neuromuscular disorders
She is a member of various societies, National and International, related to Epilepsy, Neurology, and Sleep.
Past Positions-
• Additional Professor and In-charge of Neuro-Electrophysiology, Sleep Medicine at AIIMS, New Delhi.
• Chairperson Sleep Medicine, Senior Neurology Consultant at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi
• Chairperson Sleep Medicine, Senior Consultant Neurology, Medanta, Gurgaon.
• Director of Sleep Medicine and Senior Neurologist at Fortis Escorts Heart Institute-New Delhi.
Activity: “Patient Forum on Sleep & Weight: Highlighting the Crucial Connection”
In celebration of World Sleep Day, we organized a patient forum highlighting the crucial connection between sleep and weight management. The event underscored the importance of prioritizing quality sleep as a fundamental pillar of overall health and well-being.
The discussions focused on the impact of sleep apnea and weight gain, featuring insights from distinguished experts:
•Dr. Manvir Bhatia, Senior Neurologist & Sleep Specialist, emphasized that good sleep is essential for weight management and overall health.
•Dr. Dhiraj Bhatia, Senior Consultant in Cardiology, discussed key contributors to weight gain, shedding light on insulin resistance and the necessary investigations for proper evaluation.
•Nutrition Consultant Dt. Tarmeen from VLCC Health Care Ltd shared practical dietary strategies, including:
✅ Calculating optimal daily water intake for proper hydration
✅ Managing sugar cravings effectively
✅ Avoiding late-night snacking to support sleep and metabolic balance
The event also featured a yoga session, where participants engaged in Pranayam and loosening exercises, designed to enhance sleep quality and promote overall well-being.
Key Takeaway:
Prioritizing sleep is a simple, cost-effective strategy for improving weight management.
The forum received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with participants valuing the expert insights and actionable guidance.
Dr. Manvir Bhatia remains dedicated to raising awareness about sleep health through social media and other platforms, reaching individuals struggling with sleep-related concerns. Understanding that restorative sleep is essential for mental, physical, and emotional well-being, she advocates for better sleep quality and informed healthcare decisions.
We also did some press releases linked below:
Social Media Posts Link:
https://www.facebook.com/neurologyandsleepcentre/videos/626180260207745
https://www.facebook.com/neurologyandsleepcentre/videos/591105600569640
https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1051730820314260&set=a.448071530680195
Location: India International Centre New Delhi
Date of Activity: 23rd March 2025
Submitted by: Dr. Manvir Bhatia
