Dr. Karunakaran - Leading Spine Surgeon in Chennai

Welcome to the profile of Dr. Karunakaran, a distinguished and highly skilled spine surgeon at MGM Hospital Chennai. With a profound dedication to spinal health, Dr. Karunakaran offers comprehensive and advanced surgical care for a wide spectrum of spinal disorders, helping patients regain mobility and live pain-free lives.

His expertise encompasses minimally invasive spine surgery, complex spinal reconstructions, degenerative disc disease, spinal stenosis, herniated discs, scoliosis, and spinal trauma. Dr. Karunakaran is renowned for his patient-centric approach, ensuring each treatment plan is tailored to the individual's unique condition and lifestyle goals. He utilizes the latest surgical technologies and evidence-based techniques to achieve optimal outcomes with precision and safety.

At MGM Hospital Chennai, a premier healthcare institution, Dr. Karunakaran works with a multidisciplinary team to provide holistic spine care—from accurate diagnosis and non-surgical management to cutting-edge operative interventions and post-operative rehabilitation. Trust in the expertise of Dr. Karunakaran for compassionate, world-class spine surgery in Chennai, where your journey to recovery is our highest priority.

Specialities

Dr. Karunakaran S specializes in treating a range of conditions within their field. Learn more about the treatments, procedures, and medical areas where they bring extensive experience and trusted care.

Educational Info

Learn about Dr. Karunakaran S’s medical journey — from education to specialization — and how their academic training supports their commitment to patient care.

  • checkedRajah Muthiah Medical College, Annamalai University(MBBS 1995)
  • checkedShri Ramachandra Medical College & Research Institute(MD 2000)
  • checkedDiplomate of the National Board (DNB 2001)

Memberships

Dr. Karunakaran S is an active member of several esteemed medical organizations, ensuring alignment with the latest clinical guidelines and ethical practices.

  • checkedTamil Nadu Orthopaedic Association
  • checkedOrthopaedic Association of South India
  • checkedAssociation of Spine Surgeons of India
  • checkedAsian Academy of Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery
  • checkedAsia Pacific Spine Society
  • checkedAO Spine

Award Info

Over the years, Dr. Karunakaran S has received multiple awards that highlight their dedication to patient well-being, innovation in treatment, and leadership in the medical community.

  • checkedTravelling Spine Fellowship Award(ASSI (Association of Spine Surgeons of India) 2005-01-01)
  • checkedTravelling Spine Fellowship Award (Tamil Nadu Orthopaedic Association 2006-01-01)

Experience

With a career spanning 25+ years, Dr. Karunakaran S has served in various esteemed medical centers, contributing to both outpatient and surgical care across a wide spectrum of cases.

  • checkedMeenakshi Mission Hospital(Consultant Spine Surgeon 2003-01-01 - 2004-01-01)
  • checkedGovernment General Hospital(Contract Medical Consultant ( Dept of Orthopaedics ) 2005-01-01 - 2017-01-01)

Frequently Asked Questions

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