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Dr. Padmanabhan R

Rheumatologist

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12+ years experience

95%

550+ Recommendations

MBBS, MD, American Board (A.B) Internal Medicine , American Board (A.B) Rheumatology

English, Telugu, Tamil, Hindi

Apollo Hospitals Greams Road

Greams Road, Thousand Lights West, Chennai, Chennai, 600006

95%

550+ Recommendations

About Dr. Padmanabhan R

•Dr. Padmanabhan R is a Rheumatologist with 12 Years of Experience. He is affiliated with Apollo Hospitals Greams Road in Chennai. Dr. Padmanabhan R holds MBBS, MD, American Board (A.B) Internal Medicine , American Board (A.B) Rheumatology. He can treat a wide range of Rheumatology conditions like mitochondrial-dna-depletion-syndrome, Multiminicore Disease, Musculoskeletal Disorders, musculoskeletal-infections, Myofibrillar Myopathies, and more. He speaks English, Telugu, Tamil, Hindi.
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•590+ patients recommended Dr. Padmanabhan R with a recommendation score of 95.
•Dr. Padmanabhan R has over 12 years of experience as a Rheumatologist at Apollo Hospitals Greams Road.

Dr. Padmanabhan R, MBBS, MD, and certified by the American Boards in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology, is a distinguished Rheumatologist with over 12 years of expertise. Based in Chennai, Dr. R is renowned for his advanced treatment methods for a wide array of rheumatic conditions, including Mixed Connective Tissue Disease (MCTD) and mitochondrial DNA depletion syndrome.

Specializing in Rheumatology, Dr. Padmanabhan R is adept at managing complex conditions such as Multiminicore Disease and offers cutting-edge care for Musculoskeletal Disorders. His innovative approach extends to addressing challenging cases like musculoskeletal infections, ensuring comprehensive management tailored to each patient's needs.

Dr. R is committed to a patient-centric approach, crafting personalized treatment plans to address the unique needs of every individual. His dedication to high-quality care is underscored by his affiliation with Apollo Hospitals Greams Road, a leading healthcare institution in Chennai. Dr. Padmanabhan R is also an active member of several prestigious medical organizations, contributing to advancements in rheumatology through awards and published research.

For expert care in Rheumatology, consult Dr. Padmanabhan R in Chennai. Benefit from his extensive experience and innovative treatment strategies, ensuring you receive the highest standard of care tailored to your specific condition. Book your appointment today for comprehensive management of your rheumatic health needs.

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Patient Reviews for Dr. Padmanabhan R

Sudeep Ghosh

1 year ago

Rheumatoid arthritis

Dr Padmanabhan is a great doctor who suggested a miraculous treatment and it has worked wonders. He was very professional, courteous at all times ales us to perform the necessary tests and on seeing the results advised us the treatment. At the onset he had discussed the course of action and the consequences along with the chances of success. He was very practical. My wife is now recovered very well the pain has subsided and is leading a very normal and happy life. Thanks to Dr Padmanabhan and the Apollo team. God bless you and wish you succeed helping many more such patients.

Wonderful behaviour towards the patients

Dipa Dutta

2 years ago

osteoarthritis

My mom is recovering very fast after taking the medicine given by Dr. Padmanabhan sir... I m very glad and thankful to sir.

Commendable expertise, meticulous approach, and swift recovery.

Shankara Narayanan

3 years ago

Scleroderma

Doctor was empathetic and very clear in his communication. Discussed possible treatment options. Queries between appointments were addressed promptly. Overall good experience.

very great experience

Jaya Lakshmi

4 years ago

shoulder inflammation

My mother got treated by padmanabhan sir. She suffered a lot with shoulder inflammation. Touch wood, his medications worked on point. Iam very glad that my mom is doing better. His treatment is on point from knowing the issues to treating them perfectly. Thank you so much sir!

Exceptional care and personalized treatment given by doctor

Yamuna isha

4 years ago

Autoimmune Disease

I’m so comfortable with the Doctor. Padmanabhan .R. He is so kind and patience towards the patients by hearing all my queries and problems and cleared all my doubts. I thank him so much. And also I would recommend him to my friends and family.

Transformative Guidance, Personalized Approach, Highly Recommended

Conditions and Procedures

Top Conditions Treated

Education

MBBS, MD, American Board (A.B) Internal Medicine , American Board (A.B) Rheumatology

Work Experience

Dr. Padmanabhan R has more than 12 years of experience as a Rheumatologist.
Dr. Padmanabhan Rwork at Apollo Hospital in Greams Road, Chennai.

Memberships

- Tamil Nadu Medical Council

- American Board of Internal Medicine

- American Board of Medical Specialties (Rheumatology)

Registration

72339

Awards and Recognitions

Resident Teaching Award at St Luke’s University Hospital and Health Network

Publications

- Miller RE, Tran PB, Obediat AM, Raghu P, Ishihara S, Miller RJ, Malfait AM. The role of peripheral nociceptive neurons in the pathophysiology of osteoarthritis pain. Curr Osteoporos Rep 2015;13(5):318-26

- Raghu P, Manadan A.M., Schmukler J, Mathur T, Block J.A. Pulse Dose Methylprednisolone Therapy for Adult Idiopathic Inflammatory Myopathy. American Journal of Therapeutics. Am J Ther. 2015;22(4):244-7

- Sharma S, Das M, Kumar A, Marwaha V, Shankar S, Singh P, Raghu P, Aneja R, Grover R, Arya V, Dhir V, Gupta R, Kumar U, Juyal RC, K TB. Purine biosynthetic pathway genes and methotrexate response inrheumatoid arthritis patients among north Indians. Pharmacogenet Genomics. 2009 Oct; 19(10):823-8.

FAQs

How can I take an appointment with Dr Padmanabhan R ?

To book an online appointment with Dr Padmanabhan R, you can visit the app/website of Apollo 24/7, search for Dr Padmanabhan R name, and click on the ‘Consult’ button. Once you make the payment and confirm the consultation, your online appointment will be booked for the chosen appointment time.

Where does Dr Padmanabhan R practice?

Dr Padmanabhan R offers online consultations on our web platform Apollo 24/7 and Apollo 24/7 App. Also, available for physical consultations at the following locations:

Apollo Hospitals Greams Road,Chennai

What is the educational qualification of Dr Padmanabhan R ?

Dr Padmanabhan R is a Rheumatologist with over 12 Yrs. years of experience and has the following qualifications -MBBS, MD, American Board (A.B) Internal Medicine , American Board (A.B) Rheumatology

What languages can Dr Padmanabhan R speak?

Dr Padmanabhan R can speak English, Telugu, Tamil, Hindi.

Why do patients visit Dr Padmanabhan R?

Patients visit Dr Padmanabhan R for Rheumatology related problems. To see more reasons visit the doctor's profile on Apollo 24|7.

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