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Dr. Ponni Sivaprakasam

Hematologist

, Chennai, India

16 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Tamil

 

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Dr Ponni Sivaprakasam is one of the foremost Pediatric Haemato Oncology Specialist in Chennai, India. The medical specialist holds over 21 years of experience and is associated with Global Health City.

Certifications :

  • Fellowship in Paediatric Haematology/Oncology The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Canada, Sept 2009

Qualifications :

  • M.B.B.S - Madras Medical College, Chennai, India, January 2002.
  • MRCPCH (London), Dec 2005

Hospital Address :

Global Health City, Perumbakkam, Sholinganallur Main Road, Cheran Nagar, Medavakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

What is the medical expertise of Dr Ponni Sivaprakasam?

  • Dr Ponni Sivaprakasam has over 21 years of experience as a pediatric hemato oncologist. Her areas of expertise include lumbar puncture, bone marrow harvest, phlebotomy cannulation, accessing ommaya reservoir, bone marrow aspiration, and administering intrathecal chemotherapy.
  • She is a leading pediatric heamto oncologist and has several high-impact publications to his credit. Some of her research works are:
    1. Mesenchymal stromal cells for the treatment of steroid-resistant acute graft versus host disease: Factors influencing clinical responses-Biol Blood Marrow Transplant.
    2. Incidence of adenovirus infection in hematopoietic stem cell transplant recipients: Findings from the advance study- Biol Blood Marrow Transplant.
  • Dr Ponni is registered with the Tamil Nadu Medical Council and is a respected member of the Medical Council of India.
  • Dr Ponni completed a Fellowship in BMT(pediatric and adult) at the Bristol Royal Hospital for Children and is a member of the Royal College of Pediatrics and Child Health( MRCPCH). The European Blood and Bone marrow transplantation(EBMT) organization has also listed her as a JACIE inspector.
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Dr. Deenadayalan M

Hematologist

, Chennai, India

29 Years of experience

Speaks: Tamil , English

 

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Dr Deenadayalan M is one of the most skillful Pediatric Haemato Oncology Specialist in Chennai, India. The medical practitioner holds over 26 years of experience and was associated with Global Health City.

Association and Memberships Dr. Deenadayalan M is part of:

  • Indian Medical Association (IMA)
  • Tamilnadu Medical Council

Certifications :

  • Diploma in Child Health (DCH) - Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, 1998

Qualifications :

  • MBBS - PSG Institute of Medical Sciences, 1995
  • DNB - Paediatrics - Kaanchi Kamakoti Child Trust Hospital, Chennai, 2001
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the top Hematologists in Chennai, India offering online consultation?

Given below are some of the most sought after Hematologists available for online consultation in Chennai, India:

Who are the top Hematologists from other cities?
Which are some of the best hospitals Hematologists in Chennai, India are associated with?
Which are some of the procedures performed by Hematologists in Chennai, India?

Some of the most popular procedures performed by hematologists in Chennai are:

Which are some of the conditions treated by Hematologist in Chennai, India?

Listed below are some of the most common conditions performed by hematologists in Chennai, India are:

  • Lymphoma
  • Spinal Injury
  • Leukemia
  • Sickle Cell Disease
  • Thalassemia
  • Congenital Neutropenia
  • Hematological Disorders
  • Acute Myelogenous Leukemia (AMI)
  • Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
  • Neuromuscular Disorders
  • Multiple Myeloma
  • Aplastic Anemia
  • Orthopedic Conditions
Who is a Hematologist?

Hematologists are internal medicine doctors who have training in disorders related to the bone marrow, blood, and lymphatic system. They may work in hospitals, clinics, or blood banks. Hematologists who practice in labs are called hematopathologists. They are well- trained in pathology, a branch of medicine that studies body tissues and the blood with microscopes or tests.

If your primary care physician has advised you to see a hematologist, it might be because you are at risk for a disease involving the red or white blood cells, blood vessels, platelets, bone marrow, spleen, and lymph nodes.

A hematologist:

  • Diagnoses and treats chronic and acute diseases that affect the blood including issues with blood clotting, blood cell production, and cancer
  • Provides screening of blood disorders, such as sickle cell anemia, hemophilia
  • Performs a physical exam and studies the patient’s personal as well as family medical history
  • Orders and evaluates blood and genetic tests and also prescribes medications

A hematologist may also be known by the following names: blood disease specialist or blood doctor.

What are the qualifications of a Hematologist?

When choosing a hematologist, board certification plays a key role. A doctor might treat patients with blood disorders and conditions without being board certified in hematology. However, training, education, experience and certification establish the hematologist’s level of competence. Also, board certification tells whether the doctor has completed a training program and cleared an exam demonstrating their expertise in hematology.

This is the pathway:

• Graduation in medicine (MBBS) followed by post graduation programme (MD or DO).

• Residency training as well as certification exam in internal medicine

• More training (fellowship programs) and certification exams in hematology.

What conditions do Hematologists treat?

A hematologist treats conditions that involve the blood including:

  • Anemia
  • Bleeding disorders including von Willebrand disease and hemophilia
  • Blood cancer including lymphoma, leukemia and myeloma
  • Blood clots and clotting disorders, such as deep vein thrombosis
  • HIV/AIDs including anemia and AIDs-related lymphoma
  • Iron storage disorders including hemochromatosis
  • Malaria
  • Spinal Injury
  • Sickle Cell Disease
  • Hematological Disorders
  • Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
  • Thalassemia
  • Congenital Neutropenia
  • Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
  • Aplastic Anemia
  • Orthopedic Conditions
  • Neuromuscular Disorders
  • Multiple Myeloma
What diagnostic tests are required by a Hematologist?

A hematologist can order a wide variety of diagnostic tests, such as:

  • Biopsy
  • Blood plasma and platelet tests
  • Genetic testing for sickle cell anemia and hemophilia
  • Laboratory tests including complete blood count
  • Erythrocyte sedimentation rate
  • International normalized ratio
  • Partial thromboplastin time
  • Prothrombin time
When should you visit a Hematologist?

Your primary care doctor may tell you to see a hematologist if you have the following symptoms:

  • Fatigue, dizziness, chest pain, weakness, headache, brittle nails, hair loss, shortness of breath
  • Irregular heartbeat, whooshing sound in the ears, pale or yellow skin
  • Bleeding disorder symptoms like bleeding gums, bruising, excessive bleeding when cut, heavy menstrual bleeding, and unexplained nosebleeds
  • Blood clotting disorder symptoms
  • Fever, fatigue, headaches, chills, weakness, night sweats, swollen tonsils
  • Lymphoma symptoms, such as fever, swollen lymph nodes, weakness, fatigue, sweating, weight loss, chest pain
  • Myeloma symptoms like anemia, bone pain, fractures, and weight loss.
  • Sickle cell anemia symptoms including swelling of the hands and feet, and dark urine
What can you expect from your first visit with a Hematologist?

You might not always come face to face with a hematologist. They often work closely with your pediatrician, internist, oncologist, or other primary doctor to study your test results or to evaluate your condition. A lab technician who collects your blood sample isn’t a doctor.

They will conduct a physical exam to test the functioning of the body. In addition to tests and physical exams, you could get a lot of information at your first appointment. You may need to bring a family member or friend along with you. The person you bring can help ask questions, listen, and take notes.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Hematologist?

Some popular procedures performed by hematologists are:

  • CAR-T
  • Bone Marrow Transplant
  • Stem Cell Therapy
  • Blood transfusion
  • Chemotherapy
  • Immunotherapy
  • Ablation therapy

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