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BIOGRAPHY

Qualification and Experience

Dr. Kesavan is one of the best orthopedic surgeons in the southern region of India when it comes to performing hip reconstructive surgery, Minimally invasive joint surgery and Acetabula surgery. Dr. Kesavan completed his MBBS from Kilpauk Medical College, Chennai in 1994 and in 1998, he was awarded MS in orthopedics from Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College and General Hospital, Sion, Mumbai. He has undergone training in Trauma and Complex Trauma Surgery, Charite Hospital, Berlin. Dr. Kesavan is presently working as a senior orthopedic consultant at Global Hospitals and Health City, Perumbakkam, Chennai with a specialization in the hip and pelvic surgery. He has more than 20 years of experience in orthopedic surgery.

Contribution to Medical Science

Dr. Kesavan Rajagopalan Amruthur is an esteemed member of various medical organizations such as the International Congress for Joint reconstruction, Indian Society for Surgery of Hip and Knee, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, and Asia Pacific Arthroplasty Society. He was awarded the Mohandas-Weller Gold Medal for Best Paper Presentation in October 2002. Research papers of Dr. Kesavan have been published in various peer-reviewed orthopedic journals. Dr. Kesavan is equally expert in performing orthopedic surgeries to both children and adults. He is specialized in performing both the restoration and preservation of hip surgeries and has a special interest in complex trauma surgery and hip replacement surgery through computer navigation.

Conditions Treated by Dr Kesavan Rajagopalan Amruthur

Dr. Kesavan Rajagopalan Amruthur treats a long list of conditions such as:

  • Major Fractures
  • Avascular Necrosis of Hip Joint
  • Hip Fracture or Hip Dysplasia
  • Torn Anterior Cruciate Ligament
  • Osteoarthritis (Most Common)
  • Osteonecrosis
  • Brachial Plexus Rupture
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Shoulder Pain
  • Erb's Palsy
  • Ankle Arthritis
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Pain
  • Ankle Injury or Trauma
  • Shoulder Injury
  • Brachial Plexus Injuries - Brachial Plexus Injury At Bith
  • Bone Tumor in the Hip Joint
  • Shoulder Inflammation
  • Ankle Fracture
  • Knee Injury
  • Torn Rotator Cuff
  • Injury or Fracture of the Hip Joint
  • Shoulder Arthritis
  • Brachial Plexus Avulsion
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Deformed Knees
  • Meniscus Tear

The conditions resolved by the doctor are related to the musculoskeletal system in adults. Bones, ligaments, joints or tendons related conditions or injuries are specialised in by the doctor. The aptitude of the surgeon, their ability to constantly learn and adapt to newer developments in treatment are also as important as their education, skills and experience.

Signs and Symptoms treatable by Dr Kesavan Rajagopalan Amruthur

Here is the long list of symptoms and signs in a person with orthopedic condition or injury.:

  • Joints problem
  • Ligaments
  • Bones problem
  • Tendons
  • Muscles that are so essential to movement and everyday life

It is quite common to have multiple symptoms in a patient suffering from an orthopedic or musculoskeletal condition or issue. You must consult an orthopedic surgeon at the earliest if you are having pain in the joints or muscles and swelling. The range of motion is restricted in the affected area if you are having injury or condition of this kind.

Operating Hours of Dr Kesavan Rajagopalan Amruthur

The doctor operates from 8 am to 4 pm, 6 days of the week with Sunday being an off day. The doctor makes sure that the procedures are completed with a whole degree of skill and efficiency.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr Kesavan Rajagopalan Amruthur

Dr. Kesavan Rajagopalan Amruthur performs many popular procedures and we have listed them below for your convenience.:

  • Ankle Fusion Surgery
  • Total Knee Replacement B/L
  • Meniscus Repair
  • Hip Resurfacing Surgery
  • Carpal Tunnel Release
  • Shoulder Replacement
  • Shoulder Arthroscopy
  • Total Hip Replacement B/L
  • Knee Arthroscopy
  • Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction
  • Shoulder Tendon Repair-Rotator Cuff

A person who can recover from arthritis, dislocated joints or hip pain or any of a number of such conditions does so by getting the best surgical treatment from an orthopedic surgeon. Irrespective of the kind of orthopedic condition whether, acute, degenerative or chronic, an orthopedic surgeon helps you get treated with any of them. The surgeons can sub specialise in specific areas of the body considering the wide application in the specialty.

Qualification

  • MBBS
  • MS

Past Experiences

  • Senior Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon and Director, Pelvic and Acetabular Reconstructive Surgery, MIOT Hospitals
  • Senior Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon and Director, Hip Surgery, MIOT Hospitals
  • Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon and Director, Trauma, MIOT Hospitals
  • Junior Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon, MIOT Hospitals
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CERTIFICATIONS (1)

  • Training in trauma & complex trauma surgery at Charite Hospital, Berlin.

MEMBERSHIPS (2)

  • Tamil Nadu Orthopaedic Association
  • Asia Pacific Arthroplasty Society

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (3)

  • €˜Surgical Approaches to the Acetabulum’ published in the Indian Journal of Orthopaedics by Suryanarayan P, Kesavan AR.
  • €˜Acetabular Reconstruction with a Combination of Support Rings, Autogenous Morselized Graft and Bone Cement’ published in the IGOF Journal of Orthopaedics and Trauma by Suryanarayan P, Kesavan AR.
  • €˜Unstable Trochanteric Fractures- Assessment of Stability in Comminuted Fractures’ published in the IGOF Journal of Orthopaedics and Trauma by Kesavan A R, Barry D’Rosario.

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PROCEDURES

  • Ankle Fusion Surgery
  • Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction
  • Carpal Tunnel Release
  • Hip Resurfacing Surgery
  • Knee Arthroscopy
  • Meniscectomy
  • Meniscus Repair
  • Shoulder Arthroscopy
  • Shoulder Replacement
  • Shoulder Tendon Repair-Rotator Cuff
  • Total Hip Replacement B/L
  • Total Hip Replacement U/L
  • Total Knee Replacement B/L
  • Total Knee Replacement Surgery U/L

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Kesavan Rajagopalan Amruthur have?
Dr. Kesavan Rajagopalan Amruthur is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Chennai, India.
Does Dr. Kesavan Rajagopalan Amruthur offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Kesavan Rajagopalan Amruthur have?
Dr. Kesavan Rajagopalan Amruthur is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 21 years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Orthopedic Surgeon

What are the tests required before and during consultation for Orthopedic Surgeon?

Prior to and during the consultation with the orthopedic surgeon, please get the relevant tests done, the whole list of whom is listed below.:

  • MRI
  • Computed Tomography (CT Scan)
  • Ultrasound
  • X-ray

The tests give a more accurate picture of the health conditions and the clearer overview of the line of the treatment. The preparedness of the patient for the required treatment can be determined basis the screening and the diagnostic tests. The physical determinants of the patient give a good before and after picture of the patients condition..

When should you go to see an Orthopedic Surgeon?

The usual route of visiting the orthopedic surgeon is through the referral route when post consultation supported by tests your doctor recommends you to see this specialist. The orthopedic surgeon helps you manage your entire treatment process from the pre operative to the procedure to the post operative part of the healing as well. You can visit the surgeon for your procedure as well as during the rehabilitation to make it more seamless and effortless. They prescribe the medicines that would support your orthopedic treatment process and you as well as recommend the right tests that need to be done.