Dr. Shubhankar Mishra is a Senior Neurologist, academician, and award-winning author who uniquely bridges modern neuroscience with timeless Indian mythology. With advanced training in clinical neurology and years of experience in patient care, research, and academic speaking engagements, he brings scientific precision and psychological depth to his storytelling.
He has presented scholarly work in national and international medical forums and has been recognized for his contributions to neurological research and academic excellence. His medical background, particularly in cognitive science and human behavior, deeply informs his literary voice — allowing him to explore love, consciousness, sacrifice, and identity with rare intellectual clarity.
His debut novel, The First Love Story: Dakshayani, is a mythological fiction retelling of the eternal love of Shiva and Sati. Blending Indian mythology, spiritual philosophy, emotional realism, and psychological insight, the book offers a powerful reinterpretation of one of Hinduism’s most sacred love stories. It has been praised for its poetic narrative style and its ability to connect ancient scripture with modern emotional experience.
As both physician and storyteller, Dr. Mishra stands at the intersection of science and the sacred — where the human brain meets the cosmic heart.
He lives and practices in India.