Dr. Karunakaran. S
MBBS, MS - Orthopaedics
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Dr. Karunakaran. S, Consultant Spine Orthopedic Surgeon with an experience of 22 years. He practices at Precision Spine Center in Anna Nagar East as well as in Gleneagles Global Hospital, Chennai.He is currently the Director Of Institute Of Advanced Spine Services, Gleneagles Global Hospital, Chennai. He was previously heading the spine unit at Madras Medical College and Government General Hospital of Chennai. He was also a Consultant at Meenakshi Medical Mission Hospital, Madurai during when he started the Department of Spine surgery.Dr. Karunakaran.S specializes in the treatment of spinal disorders of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine. He is particularly interested in the appropriate use of minimally invasive and motion-sparing techniques. He is pioneer in percutaneous endoscopic lumbar discectomy under local anaesthesia for disc prolapse in this part of the country (Trans foraminal and inter laminar without stiches).First in South India to have used INSPACE - interspinous implant for lumbar canal stenosis-Key hole spine surgery local anaesthesia. He also Pioneered in 3D printing of Spine and performed more than thousand spine surgeries-scoliosis, cervical spine pathologies, thoracotomies, laparotomy, disc replacement surgeries.He has done his training in interlaminar percutaneous Endoscopic Cervical and Lumbar Spine Surgery with Dr. Sebastian Ruetten at St.Anna Hospital, Herne, Germany 2013and observership with Dr. Randal Betz at Shriners Hospital for Children-Philadelphia, USA at 2003. Observership in the spine unit at the Hospital for Special Surgery- NewYork, USA at 2003. He has also done Observership at AIIMS (All India Institute of Medical Sciences) in New Delhi under Dr.Aravind Jayaswal in the year of 2004.He has taken Advanced Training for Endoscopic Spine Surgery under Dr.Antony Yeung, Phoenix in USA at 2013-Trans foraminal endoscopic lumbar disc surgery, Dorsal Endoscopic Rhizotomy for Chronic back pain and latest Percutaneous Fusion techniques under local anaesthesia.
Patient Stories for Dr. Karunakaran. S
The doctor explained everything clearly and the consultation went smoothly without any waiting time. I had a positive experience and would recommend the doctor to others.
The doctor gave clear instructions and advised the necessary tests. I felt comfortable with the consultation and the process was well explained.
I have been consulting Dr. Karunakaran for my mother and have continued to do so because he has been good to us. The experience with him has been positive.
Visited For Spinal SurgeryFracture Treatment
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I am Shyamala U, 69 yr old woman who had a fall 4 months back. I had severe back pain and found it difficult to get up from bed and do other regular activities. An orthopedic doctor I consulted diagnosied that my spine had a compression fracture and advised that I wear a brace. But there was no relief from my pain. My daughtet after online search zeroed in on Dr. Karunakaran. He is a down to earth person. He listened patiently when I explained my difficulties due to the pain. His kind and encouraging words gave me the courage to go through D11 to L1 percutaneous pedicle screw fixation done under GA which was decided after a series of tests, x rays and scans.
After the surgery on 17th Aug 2021 his advices and approach were extraordinary to me. His team of doctors is also excellent.
Post surgery I felt immense relief from pain within a couple of days.
So I strongly recommend Dr. Karunakaran for any spine related problems and one can rest assured of positive outcome within a short period.
I met the doctor, but I was totally disappointed with the scheduling confusion. I hope such issues do not happen in the future.
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I suffered pain in my right wrist for the past 8 months. I have fixed my appointment with Dr. Karunakaran.S, ** *** ********* *******
After through checking, he advised for a physiotherapy in his clinic for 15 days. Now there’s no pain . Really big relief for me as a home maker. Thanks to the Doctor and the team. His team is dedicated skilled professionals, and having very kind behaviour .
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About doctor: He didn't explain properly what is the issue and solutions **** ** ******* **** ***** **** *********** ***** ******* ***** he route to another doctor. **** ****** ** **** *********** **** *** **** ****** ****
Am taken xray but thats too normal after that prescribed medicine.. till now am not get to know what is the issue by their experience
I recently undergone a ACDF Surgery , knowing that you are my doctor, I feel safe. My trust and confidence are always with you. My heartfelt thanks to you doctor. Because God could not be everywhere he made sure that we have doctors like you who have the gift of healing mankind. Your care,kindness and comforting treatment gives us positive vibes to us . Your an extraordinary human being....I believe that you are one of the best doctors in the world . Thank you once again 😊😊
I recommend Dr. Karunakaran. The consultation was satisfactory.
I recommend Dr. Karunakaran. S for his care and professionalism.
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