Best Doctors in Chennai, India

• Dr. Suresh Rao KG is a reputed cardiac Anesthesiologist and has experience of more than 28 years.
• His medical interest lies in cardiac critical care, heart and lung transplantations, LVAD (Left Ventricular Assist Device) implantation, ECMO initiation, management of congenital heart disease and post-operative patients and trans-oesophageal echocardiography cardiac critical care, management of congenital heart disease and post-operative patients and trans-oesophageal echocardiography.
• He has many research publications in high ranking medical journals.
• Dr. Rao has a professional membership association with the Indian Association of Cardiovascular Thoracic Anaesthesiologists (IACTA), Indian Association of Cardiovascular Thoracic Surgeons (IACTS), and Paediatric Cardiology Society of India (PCSI).

• Dr Naveen Ravel is a well-known Medical Oncologist practicing for more than 33 years.
• He holds expertise in Nebulization, Breast Cancer Management, Chickenpox Treatment, etc.
• After completing MBBS in 1988, he pursued MD in General Medicine in 1992 followed by DM in Oncology in 2004. 
• He is a respected member of the Indian Medical Association (IMA), the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO), and ISMPU. 

• Dr. Prakash Chand Jain is a cardiologist with 20+ years of experience.
• He is a member of Tamil Nadu Medical Council, Cardiology Society of India, Indian College of Cardiology and Karnataka Medical Council.
• Dr. Chand has completed MBBS, MD and Diploma from Madras Medical College, Chennai.
• He specializes in Permanent Pacemaker, Transesophageal Echocardiogram, Angioplasty and Atrial Fibrillation.

• Dr. Venkata Karthikeyan C is a renowned Otorhinolaryngologist, with a rich experience of more than 26 years.
• His expertise lies in the field of Nasal Endoscopy, Laser Surgeries for Head and Neck Lesions, Skull Base Surgery, Trans Oral Laser Surgery, Trans Oral Robotic Surgery, Cochlear Implants, Neurotology and Skull base surgery, Head and Neck Cancer, and Transoral Laser Surgery.
• After he completed MBBS from Dr. Mgr Medical University in 1998,he subsequently did MS - ENT from Aiims New Delhi in 2002 and pursued DNB - Otorhinolaryngology from National Board Of Examinations in 2002.
• He is a professional member of the Association of Otolaryngologists of India (AOI), American Association of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, North American Skull Base Society, American Medical Association (AMA), and American Neurotology Society.
• He has research papers published in national as well as international peer-reviewed journals.

• Dr. K Jayanthi is a well-known Cardiologist with 35+ years of experience.
• She holds expertise in Cardiac interventions including Pacemaker implantation and Valve interventions.
• She pursued MBBS from Stanley Medical College, Chennai in 1985 followed by MD in General Medicine from Madras Medical College and DNB in Cardiology in 1996.
• She has written over 40 articles published in national journals.
• She is an active member of the Indian Medical Association (IMA) and Cardiological Society of India (CSI).

• Dr. Navaladi Shankar is a spine surgeon and orthopedist with 21+ years of experience. 
• He completed MBBS from Al-Ameen Medical College, MNAMS from National Board of Education and Diploma from Sri Ramachandra Medical College and Research Institute. 
• He is a member of Indian Orthopedic Association, Tamil Nadu Orthopedic Association, Indian Trauma Society, Asia Pacific Orthopedic Association, Indian Hip, Knee Arthroplasty Society and Indian Arthroplasty Society.
• He is an international trauma tutor. 
• Dr. Shankar holds expertise in Laminectomy, Lower Back Pain and Neck Pain Treatment, Arthritis Management and Trauma Surgery.

• Dr. Kamakshi is one of the top Plastic Surgeons with a thriving experience of 35+ years in this field.
• She is a member of the Medical Council of India (MCI) and Tamil Nadu Medical Council, Indian Society for Cleft Lip, Palate, and Craniofacial Anomalies (Isccp & Ca).
• She is associated with APSI (Association of Plastic surgeons of India).
• Some of the services provided by the doctor are Buttock Liposuction, Skin Tag Surgical Removal, Thigh Liposuction, Liposuction, Rhinoplasty, etc.
• She completed MBBS from Kilpauk Medical College, Chennai in 1985, DNB - General Surgery from DNB board, New Delhi in 1996, and MCh - Plastic Surgery from Kilpauk Medical College, Chennai in 2000.

• Dr Pramod Jaiswal is a famed cardiologist in Chennai.
• He has a thriving experience of over 20+ years in the field of cardiology.
• Dr Pramod has done his MBBS and MD from the eminent Gandhi Medical College, Bhopal. Following which he did his DM (Cardiology) from Sree Chitra Tirumal Institute, Trivandrum.
• He is an active member of some of the most eminent organisations like Cardiology society of India and Indian College of Cardiology.

• Dr. Latha Dhathathri is a renowned Pediatrician possessing more than 28 years of experience.
• She holds extensive experience in NewBorn Care, Infectious Disease Treatment, Diabetes in kids and teenagers, etc.
• After completing MBBS in 1993, she pursued Diploma in Child Health from The TamilNadu Dr.MGR Medical University in 1996.
• She is a DNB qualified in Pediatrics from Stanley Medical College & Hospital, Chennai.
• She is a respected member of the Tamil Nadu Medical Council. 

• Dr. V Baskaran is a highly-experienced Surgical Gastroenterologist in Chennai.
• He provides treatments like Bowel Obstruction Treatment, Crohn's Disease Treatment, Transesophageal Echocardiography - TEE, Anti Reflux Procedures, Whipple and many more.
• He has more than 43 years of rich experience in the field of Gastroenterology. 
• He is an active member of the Association of Surgeons of India (ASI) and the Indian Society of Gastroenterology. 
• He completed his MBBS from Madras University, Chennai, in 1977, MS in General Surgery from Bangalore University in 1988, and Ph.D. in Gastrointestinal Surgery from AIIMS, New Delhi, in 2000.
• He has won Gold Medal in MS from Bangalore University in 1988.

• Dr. C. Chinnaswami is a renowned Urology and Renal Transplant Specialist, with a thriving experience of more than 58 years.
• He trained in Urology at the Institute of Urology, London & Western General Hospital, Edinburgh, UK, from 1961-64 under Mr. David Band.
• Dr. Chinnaswami expertise lies in Erectile Dysfunction, Male Sexual Problems, H.I.V, Hydrocele Treatment (Surgical), and Vasectomy Surgery
• He is the Former Syndicate Member, Annamalai University, Former Adviser, Sri Ramachandra Medical College and Research Institute (Deemed University), Porur, Chennai, Life Member, Association of Surgeons of India, Senior Member, British Association of Urological Surgeons.Life Member, Urological Society of India, Past President, Urological Society of India (1985-86), Presently Director of Madras Institute of Urology at Vijaya Hospital, Chennai, and Senior Member, Societe Internationale de Urologic.
• He is a recipient of the Urology Gold Medal of the Urological Society of India.
• Dr. Chinnaswami has several publication in national as well as international peer-reviewed journals.

Dr. K. R. Suresh Bapu, a distinguished Neurosurgeon with over 50 years of experience, delivers top-tier medical care. He builds a remarkable career and establishes a reputation for precision and excellence in the field.

Why Choose Dr. K. R. Suresh Bapu?

• Extensive Surgical Expertise: With over 50+ years of experience, Dr. Bapu has a proven track record. He treats a wide range of neurological conditions. He is a specialist in microsurgery for intracranial aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations, skull base tumours, cervical and lumbar disc prolapse, and spinal cord tumours.
• Advanced Techniques & Specialised Expertise: He is a pioneer in microneurosurgery and endoscopic surgery in Tamil Nadu. His expertise includes endoscopic excision of pituitary tumours and craniopharyngiomas. He is skilled in the safe excision of gliomas of the brain with awake craniotomy and IONM. He performs minimal access surgery for spinal cord tumours, reconstruction of congenital anomalies of the spine and spinal cord, and surgery for peripheral nerve tumours and nerve injuries. He is specialised in endoscopic neurosurgery for both skull base and intraventricular procedures.
• Pioneer in Neurosurgical Innovations: Dr. Bapu was the first to perform superficial temporal artery to middle cerebral artery bypass in South Tamil Nadu in 1984. He is also known for the total excision of cerebello-pontine angle tumours with facial nerve preservation.
• Award-Winning Excellence: Dr. Bapu has been recognised with prestigious awards. These include the Alumni Award for Excellence in Service at Madurai (2024), the TN Medical Council Award (2018) for exemplary service, and the MGR Medical University, Best Teacher Award. He was also honoured with a Doctor of Science (Honoris Causa) by MAHER in 2024 for selfless service to humanity. He was named Best Outgoing Student at Madurai Medical College in 1973. He has been an Invited Orator for many notable orations, including Prof. B. Ramamurthy, Prof. T. S. Kanaka, Dr. Nanjunda Rao, Prof. V. Balasubramanium, and Dr. Ananthagiri.