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Dr. Ramanujam S

Dr. Ramanujam S

Neurosurgeon ·
, Chennai, India

15 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Tamil ,

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About Dr. Ramanujam S

Conditions Treated by Dr. Ramanujam S

A neurosurgeon is a medical specialist who diagnoses and treats conditions affecting the nervous system, including the brain, peripheral nerves, spinal cord, and spine. Neurosurgeons offer non-operative as well as surgical treatment to patients. Here is a list of some of the conditions Dr. Ramanujam S treats:

  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
  • Cerebral Edema
  • Stroke
  • Tourette's Syndrome
  • Brain Cancers- Astrocytoma
  • Ependymomas
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Disc Pain
  • Brain Tumor
  • Arteriovenous Malformation
  • Spondylolisthesis
  • Disc Disease
  • Disc Degeneration
  • Astrocytoma
  • High Intracranial Pressure
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Aneurysm
  • Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumors
  • Mixed Gliomas
  • Brain Abscess
  • Traumatic Head Injury
  • Pinched Nerve
  • Paget'S Disease
  • Spinal Arthritis
  • Vertebral Compression Fractures
  • Brain Infection
  • Oligodendrogliomas
  • Vertebral Hemangioma
  • Brain Tumor - Glioblastoma
  • Pituitary Adenoma
  • Congenital Spine Disorders
  • Meningiomas
  • Scoliosis
  • Achondroplasia
  • Acoustic Neuroma
  • Brain Cancers
  • Herniated Disc
  • Dementia
  • Epilepsy
  • Disc Dessication
  • Vertebral Tumors
  • Tremors
  • Slip Disc
  • Fractured Vertebra
  • Disc Bulge
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Chronic Depression
  • Dystonia
  • Hydrocephalus
  • Spinal Tumor
  • Disc Herniation
  • Csf Obstruction
  • Glioma
  • Meningioma
  • Huntington's Disease
  • Vertebral Osteoporosis

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Ramanujam S

Some of the signs and symptoms of neurological disorders are listed below. Consult your doctor/neurosurgeons if you experience any of these symptoms. Early detection of the condition can help control the severity of the symptoms and can be effectively treated. The below symptoms should be discussed with a neurosurgeon who will advise required diagnostic tests and start appropriate treatment.

  • Bulging and tense fontanelle or soft spot
  • Muscle spasms either with activity or at rest
  • Stiffness in the low back area
  • Sleep problems
  • Drowsiness
  • Inability to maintain normal posture due to stiffness and/or pain
  • “Pins and needles” feeling in your legs, toes or feet
  • Prominent scalp veins
  • Numbness or weakness in your lower back, buttock, leg or feet
  • Pain that worsens with movement; loss of movement
  • Unusually large head size
  • Headaches, which may be severe and worsen with activity or in the early morning
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • restricting range of motion
  • Fatigue
  • Seizures
  • Downward deviation of eyes or sunset sign
  • Moderate to severe pain in lower back, buttock and down your leg
  • Memory problems
  • Rapidly increasing head circumference

Neurological disorders can cause mixed symptoms, such as difficulties in moving, speaking, learning, swallowing, breathing. According to brain specialists, there are more than 600 neurologic diseases that cause mild to severe symptoms. Having a neurological disease could have a deep impact on the patient’s life. It is very important that a person should seek medical advice from a neurologist.

Operating Hours of Dr. Ramanujam S

If you wish to see Dr Ramanujam S in his clinic/hospital, you can visit him between 11 am and 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor doesn’t work on Sunday. Call the doctor or his attendant to confirm his/her availability because the doctor may not be available due to some personal reasons or any emergencies.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Ramanujam S

Dr Ramanujam S is a renowned neurosurgeon who performs a number of popular procedures mentioned below::

  • Spinal Fusion
  • Scoliosis Surgery
  • Deep Brain Stimulation
  • Disc Replacement ( Cervical /Lumber)
  • Microdiscectomy
  • Craniotomy
  • Kyphoplasty
  • Brain Tumour Treatment
  • Laminectomy

With a rich experience in neurosurgery and having a record for performing a number of successful brain surgeries with a high success rate, the neurosurgeon has received global recognition for their holistic approach. Patient safety is the top priority for the doctor who follows all medical protocols and provides care of international standards. Also, the doctor can handle even the most complicated cases with ease.

Qualification

  • MChNeurosurgery - MADRAS MEDICAL COLLEGE & GOVT. GENERAL HOSPITAL, CHENNAI (2013 – 2016)
  • M.S.General Surgery, THANJAVUR MEDICAL COLLEGE, THANJAVUR (2006 – 2009)
  • MBBS - PSG INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES AND RESEARCH, COIMBATORE (1999 – 2005)

Work Experiences

  • Associate Consultant Neurosurgeon, Fortis Healthcare (Oct 2016 – Aug 2019)
  • Senior Resident Neurosurgery - MADRAS MEDICAL COLLEGE & GOVT. GENERAL HOSPITAL, Chennai (Aug 2013 – Aug 2016)
  • Assistant Professor general surgery - Chettinad Hospital and Research Institute (Apr 2009 – Jul 2013)

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Procedures Performed

Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Treatment
ALIF - Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion
Anterior Cervical Discectomy
Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion - ACDF
Artificial Lumbar Disc Replacement
Brain Tumour Treatment
Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA)
Cerebral Angiogram
Cerebral Angioplasty
Cervical Corpectomy
Cervical Decompression
Cervical Fusion
Craniotomy
Deep Brain Stimulation
Disc Replacement ( Cervical /Lumber)
Kyphoplasty
Laminectomy
Microdiscectomy
Scoliosis Surgery
Spinal Decompression and Fixation
Spinal Fusion

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Ramanujam S is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Chennai, India.

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

Dr. Ramanujam S is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 15 years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Neurosurgeon

Dr. Ramanujam S is a renowned neurosurgeon who is known for his patient-centric approach and high success rate. The doctor evaluates the condition of the patient completely before performing any procedure to understand the risk associated with the procedure. With vast experience in performing even the most complex cases with high precision and accuracy, the doctor follows medical protocols in order to ensure patient safety. Also, the doctor is abreast with the latest techniques. Neurosurgeons work both in private and public hospitals. They also see patients in a clinic or surgery. They work closely with specialists and health professionals as part of a medical team, such as a critical care team or a hospital stroke team.

A neurosurgeon will recommend you one or more diagnostic tests before and during consultation in order to find out the case of the condition and start the right treatment. A neurological examination is the assessment of motor responses and sensory neuron and includes the following:

  • Spinal X-ray
  • Myelogram
  • Spinal MRI
  • Lumbar Puncture
  • Physical Exam
  • Nerve conduction velocity studies/electromyography
  • CT Brain
  • MRI Brain
  • Blood Tests
  • Neurological exam

For the diagnosis of neurological conditions, you need to have one or more of the following tests::

  1. Cerebral Angiogram
  2. CT Myelogram
  3. CT Scans
  4. Lumbar Puncture
  5. MRI Scans
  6. X-ray Imaging
  7. Electroencephalogram
  8. Electromyogram
  9. Spinal tap CT

Here are some of the top signs that suggest you should consult a neurosurgeon:

  1. Numbness and pain
  2. Weak grip
  3. Persistent headache/migraine
  4. Impaired movement
  5. Seizures
  6. Balance issues

Neurosurgeons perform complicated operations on the brain. Also, they deal with the whole nervous system and treat all the body parts that are affected by nerve issues. Typically, a neurosurgeon will diagnose patients' symptoms and come up with minimally invasive treatment plans.

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