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3 Dr. Karunakaran S

Dr. Karunakaran S

Director and Senior Consultant – Spine Surgery

MGM Healthcare, Chennai
Chennai, India
25+ years of experience
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About Doctor

Qualifications:
  • M.B.B.S – Rajah Muthiah Medical College, Annamalai University (1995)
  • M.S (Orthopedics) – Sri Ramachandra Medical College & Research Institute (2000)
  • D.N.B (Orthopedics) – National Board of Examinations (2001)
Overview:

Dr. Karunakaran S is a globally recognized spine surgeon renowned for his expertise in minimally invasive spine procedures. With over 25 years of experience, he has been instrumental in advancing sutureless percutaneous endoscopic spine surgeries, enabling many patients to undergo day-care procedures with minimal discomfort and rapid recovery.

His clinical interests encompass a wide array of spine-related interventions, including:

  • Evaluation of pain generators using discography and facet analysis
  • Selective nerve root and transforaminal injections
  • PRP and autologous conditioned serum injections for low back and radicular pain
  • Minimally invasive fusion techniques
  • Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (PLIF)
  • Scoliosis correction surgeries

Dr. Karunakaran's commitment to preventive spine care and his patient-centric approach have earned him accolades both nationally and internationally. He is a prolific contributor to medical literature, with numerous publications in esteemed journals.

Professional Memberships:

  • Asian Academy of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
  • Association of Spine Surgeons of India
  • Orthopaedic Association of South Indian States
  • Tamil Nadu Orthopaedic Association
  • Asia Pacific Spine Society
  • AO Spine

Awards & Recognitions:

Mohandas Weller Gold Medal & Fellowship Award at the 10th Anniversary of the Indo-German Orthopaedic Foundation

Conditions Treated

  • Herniated (slipped) discs
  • Chronic low back pain
  • Sciatica and radiculopathy
  • Spinal stenosis
  • Scoliosis and kyphosis S
  • pondylolisthesis
  • Degenerative disc disease
  • Vertebral compression fractures
  • Facet joint syndrome
  • Failed back surgery syndrome

Procedures Performed

  • Percutaneous Endoscopic Lumbar Discectomy (PELD)
  • Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (PLIF)
  • Minimally Invasive Spine Fusion
  • Discography and facet joint evaluation
  • Selective nerve root and transforaminal injections
  • PRP and autologous conditioned serum injections
  • Scoliosis correction surgeries
  • Microdiscectomy
  • Spinal decompression procedures

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FAQs

Dr. Karunakaran is renowned for introducing sutureless percutaneous endoscopic spine surgeries under local anesthesia, significantly reducing patient recovery time and hospital stays.

Yes, he has extensive experience in scoliosis correction surgeries, employing minimally invasive techniques to achieve optimal spinal alignment.

Absolutely. He offers comprehensive evaluations and treatments, including PRP injections and minimally invasive procedures tailored to individual patient needs.

You can schedule a consultation directly through MGM Healthcare. Alternatively, for assistance with international travel and treatment coordination, reach out to HOSPIDIO at [email protected] or call/WhatsApp at +91-9870538337.

Yes, his minimally invasive techniques are ideal for international patients seeking effective treatments with shorter recovery periods, facilitating quicker return to daily activities.