Best Bariatric & Weight Loss Surgeons in Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai, India

With over 39 years of experience in medicine, including more than 27 years as a specialist surgeon, Dr. Raghunath K J is known for his commitment to providing thorough and cutting-edge surgical treatments. He has built a strong reputation as a reliable and competent practitioner.

Why Choose Dr. Raghunath K J?

• Decades of Surgical Skill: Patients benefit from Dr. Raghunath K J's extensive practical knowledge of more than 27+ years of surgical work, guaranteeing thorough and well-informed treatment plans.
• Minimally Invasive Expertise: He possesses considerable skill in laparoscopic sleeve resection and endoscopic surgery, providing patients with less intrusive alternatives that can lead to quicker recuperation.
• Specialised Gallbladder Care: Dr. Raghunath K J offers specialised care and treatment for gallbladder conditions, including biliary stones, ensuring patients receive targeted and effective solutions.
• Upholding Ethical Standards: Registered with both the General Medicine Council and the Tamil Nadu Medical Council, Dr. Raghunath K J is committed to upholding the highest ethical standards and delivering patient care with integrity and professionalism.

Dr. Ramamoorthy N is a highly respected general surgeon with more than 58 years of experience in providing comprehensive surgical care. He holds an MBBS from Madras University, Chennai, and an MS in General Surgery from Stanley Medical College & Hospital, Chennai. Throughout his distinguished career, Dr. Ramamoorthy N has been committed to delivering skilled and compassionate surgical solutions, prioritising patient well-being.

Why Choose Dr. Ramamoorthy N?

• Vast Surgical Expertise: With nearly six decades of practice, Dr. Ramamoorthy N brings a depth of knowledge to every surgical procedure, ensuring patients benefit from his extensive experience.
• Comprehensive Range of Services: He offers a broad spectrum of services, from endoscopic surgery and colonoscopies to advanced treatments for gallbladder stones and tonsillitis, providing comprehensive care under one roof.
• Commitment to Patient Well-being: Dr. Ramamoorthy places patient comfort and recovery at the forefront of his practice, ensuring a supportive and caring environment throughout the surgical journey.
• Recognised Professional Standing: As a member of the Tamil Nadu Medical Council, he adheres to the excellent standards of medical ethics and professional conduct, assuring patients of his commitment to excellence.

• Dr. Prithviraj T is a general surgeon with experience of 26+ years.
• He is a recipient of Dr. Edmund Lerede Chalke Memorial prize for proficiency in General surgery for the year 1989 to 1990 and Dr.C. Raghavachari Award for General Surgery for the year 1989.
• Dr. Prithviraj has submitted a paper on Appendicostomy, a minimally invasive procedure for chronic constipation, to The British Journal of surgery, UK.
• He has completed MBBS from Madras University, MS from Madras University and FRCS.

• Dr. Balachandar Kariappa Reddy has been a leading General Surgeon for more than 16 years.
• He has expertise in performing Breast augmentation and Reduction surgery, Lobectomy, Rhinoplasty, Vaser liposuction, and Incisional hernia. 
• He is a member of the Association of Colon & Rectal Surgeons of India, the Association of Surgeons of India, the Indian Medical Association and the Tamil Nadu Medical Council.
• Dr. Balachandar Kariappa Reddy gained his MBBS (2001) from Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences, Andhra Pradesh.
• He received his DNB (2013) from the National Board of Examinations, New Delhi.
• Dr. Balachandar Kariappa Reddy is the author of several publications and articles.

• Minimal Access Surgeon with 20+ years of experience
• Prior work experience include worked under one the doyen of laparoscopic surgery during his tenure in the UK, and Head of the Department of Gastro and Obesity Surgery, Apollo Victor Hospital Goa, Consultant Surgeon LifeLine Hospitals Chennai, and Assistant Professor, PSG Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Coimbatore.
• one of the very few qualified masters degree holder in the laparoscopic field (MMAS) in India.
• Published many research papers such as "Window Technique" Cholecystectomy Published in an International journal.
• One of the few surgeons to perform laparoscopic Whipple's Procedure in 2008
• One of the pioneers in the field of SILS and Robotic surgery and possess the distinction of having performed the most variety of Single port procedures in the country till date.
• Pioneered many procedures in India and Asia  such as Endoluminal Revision Gastroplasty, World's first SILS Revision Bariatric, Robotic Gastric Bypass  and the list goes on.
• Performed notable research work in the field of laparoscopy.
• Member of various prestigious institutes Clinical Robotic Surgery Association (CRSA), International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity (IFSO), European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES), Endoscopic and Laparoscopic Surgeons of Asia (ELSA), International Association of Surgeons, Gastroenterologists and Oncologists (IASGO), World Association of Laparoscopic Surgeons (WALS), Obesity and Metabolic Surgery Society of India (OSSI), Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endosurgeons (IAGES), Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India (AMASI).
• Fellowships in renowned institutes such as Fellowship in International College of Surgeons: Gastroenterology (FICS) - ICS, Illinois (USA), Fellowship in Minimal Access Surgery (FMAS)– WALS, (India) Fellowship in Robotic Surgery (FRS) – International Accreditation Organisation, Houston (USA).