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Overview
Dr. Somasundaram A C is a distinguished Neurologist based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, with over 15 years of experience in the field of neurology. He has a notable educational background, holding multiple qualifications including MBBS, MD in General Medicine, DM in Neurology, SCE in Neurology from the UK, and a PhD in Neurology. His exceptional talent in the field has earned him numerous prestigious awards, including the University Medallist in DM Neurology and the Gold Medal in Paediatrics during his final year of MBBS. Dr. Somasundaram is recognized for his significant contributions to neurology research, having co-authored a highly acclaimed review article titled 'Application of mobile phones in Epilepsy care,' which won the International Elsevier Atlas Award and was acknowledged for being the most downloaded article in various national conferences. Additionally, he received the Best Article Award from the International Journal of Epilepsy in 2015, further cementing his reputation as a leading neurologist. His accolades also include top positions in national neurology competitions, such as the Torrent Young Scholar Award (TYSA) where he topped the South Zone and secured second place nationally in 2015. Dr. Somasundaram's expertise extends beyond accolades, as he has presented several papers in esteemed international and national conferences. He is multilingual, proficient in English, Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi, making his services accessible to a diverse patient community. Patients seeking specialized neurological care will find in Dr. Somasundaram a highly qualified and compassionate specialist committed to advancing the field of neurology.
Experience
- February 2018 to present - serving as Associate Consultant at Apollo hospitals, Greams road, Chennai.
- May 2018 to present – serving as Consultant at Apollo Speciality Hospital, Teynampet, Chennai.
- May 2018 to present – serving as Consultant at Prashant Superspeciality Hospital, Velachery, Chennai.
- September 2016 to January 2018 – served as a Consultant Neurologist at Lalitha Super Specialities Hospital, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh
- May 2012 – July 2013 – appointed and served as Assistant Civil Surgeon under the Directorate of Medical Services, Tamilnadu at Pernambut GH, Vellore and Arakkonam GH, Vellore – Resigned July 2013.
Memberships
- PhD Neurology 2014 – 2018 (expected)
- Research Title: ‘Electrophysiological abnormalities in inflammatory demyelinating disorders of the central nervous system’.
- The Tamilnadu Dr. MGR Medical University.
- DM Neurology 2013 – 2016
- Madras Medical College, Chennai.
- The Tamilnadu Dr. MGR Medical University.
- MD General Medicine 2009 – 2012
- Government Kilpauk Medical College, Chennai.
- The Tamilnadu Dr. MGR Medical University.
- MBBS 2002 – 2008
- IRT Perundurai Medical College and Research Centre, Perundurai, Erode.
- The Tamilnadu Dr. MGR Medical University.
MEMBERSHIPS
- Member in American Academy of Neurology since 2014
- Member in Indian Academy of Neurology since 2014
- Indian Epilepsy Association - Life member
- Association of Physicians of India - Life member
- Movement Disorders Society of India – Member
Awards
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Special appreciation Award for Poster Presentation at DERMACON 2010 (FACIAL GRANULOMAS – MIND TEASERS)
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Award for paper presentation at CUTICON AP 2010 (ETANERCEPT – A NOVEL DRUG IN DERMATOLOGICAL ARMAMENTARIUM)
Research and Publication
- Chinnadurai SA, Venkatesan SA, Shankar G, Samivel B, Ranganathan LN. A study of cognitive fatigue in Multiple Sclerosis with novel clinical and electrophysiological parameters utilizing the event related potential P300. MultSclerRelatDisord. 2016 Nov;10:1-6. doi: 10.1016/j.msard.2016.08.001. Epub 2016 Aug 8. PubMed PMID: 27919474
- Chinnadurai SA, Gandhirajan D, Srinivasan AV, Kesavamurthy B, Ranganathan LN, Pamidimukkala V. Predicting falls in multiple sclerosis: Do electrophysiological measures have a better predictive accuracy compared to clinical measures? MultSclerRelatDisord. 2018 Feb;20:199-203. doi: 10.1016/j.msard.2018.01.027. Epub 2018 Feb 2. PubMed PMID: 29414299.
- Chinnadurai SA, Gandhirajan D, Pamidimukala V, Kesavamurthy B, Venkatesan SA. Analysing the relationship between polysomnographic measures of sleep with measures of physical and cognitive fatigue in people with multiple sclerosis. MultSclerRelatDisord. 2018 May 23;24:32-37. doi: 10.1016/j.msard.2018.05.016. [Epub ahead of print] PubMed PMID: 29883851
- Chinnadurai SA, Ranganathan LN, Shankar G, Arulnambi T, Mehndiratta MM. A monograph on Perampanel. International Journal of Epilepsy. 2016; 3(2):86-90.
- Chinnadurai SA, Gandhirajan D, Srinivasan AV, Ranganathan LN (2017) Attention Impairment in Multiple Sclerosis and the Utility of Various Clinical Tests and the Event Related Potential P300 to Detect it – A Case Control Study From a Tertiary Care Centre in South India. BAOJ Neurol 3: 48.
- Chinnadurai SA, Kesavamurthy B, Ranganathan LN, Srinivasan AV. Cognitive Fatigue in Multiple Sclerosis: Navigating Uncharted Waters. IAN Textbook of Neurology: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers Pvt. Limited; 2018; 878 – 882.
- Ranganathan LN, Chinnadurai SA, Samivel B, Kesavamurthy B, Mehndiratta MM. Application of mobile phones in epilepsy care. International Journal of Epilepsy. 2015; 2(1):28-37.
- Samivel B, Chinnadurai SA, Ranganathan LN et al. Current Concepts in Neurogenetics. Reviews in Neurology: CME proceedings of the Indian Academy of Neurology 2015.
- Ranganathan LN, Chinnadurai SA, Chellathurai A, et al. Atypical Parkinsonism: Disentangling the Clinical Conundrum. Journal of International Medical Sciences Academy 2016; 29 (1), 42-47.
Special Interests
- Predicting Falls in Multiple Sclerosis: Are Electrophysiological Measures more accurate than Clinical Measures? (P4.391) Somasundaram Chinnadurai, Avathvadi Srinivasan, Bhanu Kesavamurthy, Lakshmi Ranganathan. Neurology Apr 2018, 90 (15 Supplement) P4.391;
- Quantifying Cognitive Fatigue in Multiple Sclerosis using P300 Evoked Potentials (P4.398) Somasundaram Chinnadurai, Avathvadi Srinivasan, Lakshmi Ranganathan, Bhanu Kesavamurthy. Neurology Apr 2018, 90 (15 Supplement) P4.398;
- Platform Session 206. A Study of the impact of Chronic Daily Headache on quality of life in a tertiary care centre in South India. IANCON 2014.
- Platform Session 02 - EO1/42. A cross-sectional study on the impact of Clinical Depression on Medication adherence in patients with Generalised Epilepsy. IANCON 2015.
- HP7/161. Sympathetic Skin Response in Patients with Migraine. IANCON 2015.
- A cross-sectional study of postictal headache in patients with generalized epilepsy in a tertiary care centre. ECON 2015.
- Prevalence and Profile of Cognitive fatigue in Multiple Sclerosis using novel clinical and electrophysiological measures. ICTRIMS 2016.
- AP9/154: Prevalence and profile of attention impairment in patients with Multiple Sclerosis using novel clinical and electrophysiological tools - a case control study from a tertiary care centre in South India. IANCON 2016.
List of Treatments
- Advance Parkinson S Disease Treatment
- Advanced Epilepsy Treatment
- Parkinson S Disease Treatment
- Scalp Cirsoid Aneurysm Treatment
- Treatment For Bells Palsy Paralysis
- Cranio Synostosis Treatment
- Stroke Treatment
- Schizophrenia Treatment
List of Conditions Treated
- Alexander Disease
- Alzheimer S Disease
- Canavan Disease
- Charcot Marie Tooth Disease
- Fabry Disease
- Krabbe Disease
- Lennox Gastaut Syndrome
- Menkes Disease
- Pelizaeus Merzbacher Disease
- Refsum Disease
- Tay Sachs Disease
- Brain Injury
- Parkinson S Disease
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where does Dr. Somasundaram Aadhimoolam Chinnadurai practice?
Dr. Somasundaram Aadhimoolam Chinnadurai practices at Apollo Cancer Centres Chennai - Teynampet, Apollo Hospital - Greams Road, and Apollo Heart Centre - Greams Road, along with two other locations.
Why do patients choose Dr. Somasundaram Aadhimoolam Chinnadurai?
Patients consult Dr. Somasundaram Aadhimoolam Chinnadurai primarily for treatment of migraine, dementia, and epilepsy. For further details on his expertise and experience, please refer to his professional profile.
What is patient feedback for Dr. Somasundaram Aadhimoolam Chinnadurai?
Dr. Somasundaram Aadhimoolam Chinnadurai has received positive feedback from 41 patients, including 34 detailed testimonials. Patient reviews provide valuable insights into their experiences with the doctor's neurology services.
What are Dr. Somasundaram Aadhimoolam Chinnadurai's credentials?
Dr. Somasundaram Aadhimoolam Chinnadurai holds a DM in Neurology, an MD in General Medicine, an MBBS, and an MRCP (UK).
What is Dr. Somasundaram Aadhimoolam Chinnadurai's medical specialty?
Dr. Somasundaram Aadhimoolam Chinnadurai specializes in Neurology.
What is Dr. Somasundaram Aadhimoolam Chinnadurai's experience?
Dr. Somasundaram Aadhimoolam Chinnadurai possesses 15 years of experience in the medical field. His professional history provides extensive neurology expertise.
Who is Dr. Somasundaram Aadhimoolam Chinnadurai?
Dr. Somasundaram Aadhimoolam Chinnadurai is a Consultant Clinical Neurologist, Neurophysiologist, and Stroke Specialist at Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai. With over a decade of experience, he's known for his dedication to patient well-being and exemplary diagnostic skills, enabling early identification and treatment of neurological ailments. His commitment to ongoing professional development ensures patients receive the most current information and advanced treatment options. His expertise has earned him significant recognition within the national and international medical community.
Who is a neurologist?
A neurologist is a specialist physician who diagnoses and treats disorders of the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves. Neurology encompasses a wide range of conditions affecting the central and peripheral nervous systems.
What is the difference between a neurologist and a neurosurgeon?
Neurologists and neurosurgeons specialize in nervous system diseases affecting the brain and spine. Neurologists manage conditions medically, while neurosurgeons perform surgical procedures. Neurologists may refer patients requiring surgery to a neurosurgeon.
What illnesses do neurologists treat?
Neurologists specialize in diagnosing and treating various neurological conditions, including headaches, epilepsy, tremors, sleep disorders, Alzheimer's disease, multiple sclerosis (MS), and Parkinson's disease. These are just a few examples of the many conditions managed by neurology specialists.
Where does Dr. Somasundaram Aadhimoolam Chinnadurai practice?
Dr. Somasundaram Aadhimoolam Chinnadurai's practice locations include Apollo Cancer Centres Chennai - Teynampet, Apollo Hospital - Greams Road, and Apollo Heart Centre - Greams Road. He also practices at two other centers.
Why do patients choose Dr. Somasundaram Aadhimoolam Chinnadurai?
Dr. Somasundaram Aadhimoolam Chinnadurai is a leading neurologist specializing in Migraine, Dementia, and Epilepsy treatment. His expertise in these areas attracts many patients seeking neurological care.
What is patient feedback for Dr. Somasundaram Aadhimoolam Chinnadurai?
Dr. Somasundaram Aadhimoolam Chinnadurai has received positive feedback from 41 patients, including 34 detailed patient experiences. To access these reviews, please contact Apollo Hospitals directly.
What are Dr. Somasundaram Aadhimoolam Chinnadurai's qualifications?
Dr. Somasundaram Aadhimoolam Chinnadurai holds a DM in Neurology, MD in General Medicine, MBBS, and MRCP (UK). His extensive medical training provides expertise in neurology and general medicine.
What is Dr. Somasundaram Aadhimoolam Chinnadurai's medical specialty?
Dr. Somasundaram Aadhimoolam Chinnadurai specializes in Neurology.
What is the professional experience of Dr. Somasundaram Aadhimoolam Chinnadurai?
Dr. Somasundaram Aadhimoolam Chinnadurai possesses 15 years of experience in the medical field. Further details on his professional history are available upon request.
Who is Dr. Somasundaram Aadhimoolam Chinnadurai?
Dr. Somasundaram Aadhimoolam Chinnadurai is a Consultant Clinical Neurologist, Neurophysiologist, and Stroke Specialist at Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai. With over a decade of experience, he is known for his dedication to patient well-being and exceptional diagnostic skills, enabling early identification and treatment of neurological conditions. His commitment to continuous learning in the field ensures patients receive the most up-to-date information and advanced treatment options. His expertise has garnered significant recognition within the national and international medical community.
Who is a neurologist?
A neurologist is a medical specialist trained to diagnose and treat disorders of the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves. They manage conditions affecting the central and peripheral nervous system.
What is the difference between a neurologist and a neurosurgeon?
Neurologists and neurosurgeons specialize in nervous system diseases affecting the brain and spine. Neurologists provide non-surgical treatment options, including medication, and may refer patients requiring surgery to a neurosurgeon.
What illnesses do neurologists treat?
Neurologists specialize in treating various neurological disorders. Common conditions include headaches, epilepsy, tremors, sleep disorders, Alzheimer's disease, multiple sclerosis (MS), and Parkinson's disease, among others.
