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Overview
Dr. Arun Kannan is a distinguished Orthopaedician based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, with an impressive experience of 16 years in the field of orthopaedics. He completed his Master of Surgery in Orthopaedics from the prestigious All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), furthering his expertise with a Fellowship in Hip and Knee Replacement from Virginia, USA. Renowned for his commitment to patient care, Dr. Kannan specializes in providing advanced treatment for various musculoskeletal disorders, with a particular focus on hip and knee replacement surgeries. He is proficient in multiple languages, including English, Hindi, and Tamil, which enables him to communicate effectively with a diverse patient demographic. Dr. Kannan is currently associated with Apollo Hospitals, a leading healthcare provider, where he employs the latest medical technologies and practices to ensure the best outcomes for his patients. His dedication to staying updated with the latest advancements in orthopaedics has made him a trusted name in his community. Whether you are dealing with chronic joint pain, sports injuries, or require elective surgery, Dr. Arun Kannan is dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate care tailored to each patient's needs.
Experience
- All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi (Jan 2009 to Dec 2010)
- Apollo Hospitals, Chennai since last Assignment
Memberships
- Fellowship in Hip and Knee Replacement, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, USA
- Fellowship in Hip and knee reconstruction and tumor surgery, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, USA
- Fellowship in arthroscopy and arthroplasty, Melbourne, Australia
- All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi (Jan 2009 to Dec 2010)
- Apollo Hospitals, Chennai since last Assignment
Professional Membership:
- Indian Orthopaedic Associatio
- Indian Federation of Sports Medicine
Research and Publication
Books and Book Chapters:
· Arun Kannan, William A Jiranek. Complications of Metal-on-Polyethylene articulations. In: Callaghan JJ, Clohisy JC, Della Valle CJ, Rosenberg A, Rubash H (Eds), The Adult Hip: Hip Arthroplasty and It’s Alternatives, 3e. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins (In press)
·Arun Kannan, William A Jiranek. Surgical exposures in revision hip arthroplpasty. In: Rajesh Malhotra (Ed), Mastering Techniques in Revision Hip Arthroplasty. Jaypee Brothers (In press)
· Arun Kannan, William A Jiranek. Evaluation of Painful THA. In: Rajesh Malhotra (Ed), Mastering Techniques in Revision Hip Arthroplasty. Jaypee Brothers (In press)
·Orthopedic subspecialty clinical classifications: VaratharajMounusamy, SenthilSambandam, Arif Gul and Arun Kannan (Kindle Edition - Jul 15, 2011)
Journal Articles:
· Kannan A, O'Connell RS, Kalore N, Curtin BM, Hull JR, Jiranek WA. Revision TKA for Flexion Instability Improves Patient Reported Outcomes. J Arthroplasty. 2014 Dec 13. pii: S0883-5403(14)00941-3. doi: 10.1016/j.arth.2014.12.010.
· Kannan A, Owen JR, Wayne JS, Jiranek WA. Loosely Implanted Cementless Stems May Become Rotationally Stable After Loading. ClinOrthopRelat Res. 2014 Mar 25
· Satpathy J, Kannan A, Owen JR, Wayne JS, Hull JA, Jiranek, WA. Hip Contact Stress and Femoral Neck Retroversion: a Biomechanical Study to Evaluate Implication of Femoroacetabular Impingement. Journal of Hip Preservation Surgery. ( In Press)
·Kannan A, Kancherla R, McMahon SJ, Hawdon G, Soral A, Malhotra R. Arthroplasty options in femoral-neck fracture: answers from the national registries. IntOrthop. 2012 Jan;36(1):1-8
· Malhotra R, Kannan A (Corresponding author), Kumar V, Nagaraj C, Marimuthu K, Khatri D. Hip Resurfacing Arthroplasty in Inflammatory Arthritis. A three to five year follow-up study. Journal of Arthroplasty. 2012 Jan;27(1):15-20
·Kannan A, Bal CS, Kumar V, Mittal R, Damle N, Malhotra R. Femoral Head Vascularity after Surface Arthroplasty of the Hip. Journal of Orthopaedics and Traumatology. 2010 Dec;11(4):221-7
·Kannan A, McMahon SJ, Hawdon G. Effect of Flexion and Rotation on Measures of Coronal Alignment after TKA. J Knee Surg. 2012 Nov;25(5):407-10
·Kannan A, Jiranek WA. Obesity and Periprosthetic Joint Infection. Orthopaedic Knowledge Online Journal (published by American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons). Epub June 1, 2013.
· Kannan A, Lahaye L, Curtin B, Jiranek WA. Anesthesia Management in Obese Patients Undergoing Total Joint Replacement. Orthopaedic Knowledge Online Journal (published by American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons). Epub June 1, 2013.
·Naranje S, Kancherla R, Kannan A, Malhotra R, Sharma L, Sankineani SR. Extraarticular bony ankylosis in a child with supracondylar fracture of humerus. Chin J Traumatol. 2012 Oct 1;15(5):300-2
·Kancherla R, Kannan A, Malhotra R. Is the increase in bone mineral density after hip resurfacing uniform across the femoral neck? IntOrthop. 2012 Apr;36(4):901.
·Malhotra R, Kannan A, Kancherla R, Khatri D, Kumar V. Femoral Head-neck Offset in Indian Population: A CT Based Study. Indian J Orthop. 2012 Mar;46(2):212-5.
·Kannan A, Khatri D, Trikha V, Chaudhary B. Isolated Volar Fracture-Dislocation of the Scaphoid with Acute Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: A Case Report. ActaOrthopaedicaBelgica. 2010; 76(4):552-4.
·Kannan A, Kumar A, Kancherla R, Yadav CS, Khan SA, Rastogi S. Transverse Tarsal and Tarsometatarsal Cuboid Subluxation with Fourth and Fifth Metatarsal Fracture: A Case Report. Foot Ankle Int. 2010 May;31(5):452-4.
Kannan A, Malhotra R. Letter to Editor: Association of Osteonecrosis and Failure of Hip Resurfacing Arthroplasty. ClinOrthopRelat Res. 2010 Mar;468(3):902-3
Special Interests
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SPECIALIZATIONS:
· Bone tumors
· Revision (re-do) hip replacement
· Revision (re-do) knee replacement
· Total hip replacement
· Total knee replacement
· Unicompartmental (Partial) knee replacement
· High tibial osteotomy (alternative to knee replacement)
List of Treatments
- Ankylosing Spondylitis Treatment
- Pelvis Fracture Treatment Management
- Sports Injury Treatment Management
- Regenerative Therapy For Joints
- Rotator Cuff Injury Treatment
- Tailbone Pain Treatment
- Sciatica Pain Treatment
- Osteoarthritis Treatment
- Osteopathic Treatment
- Osteoporosis Treatment
- Skeletal Muscle Therapy
- Arthritis And Pain Management Treatment
- Arthritis Treatment
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List of Conditions Treated
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Sports Injury
- Sports Injury Evaluation And Rehabilitation
- Sports Injury Prevention
- Joints And Musculoskeletal Disorders
- Legg Calves Perthes Disease
- Meniscus Injury
- Tendon Injury
- Elbow Injury
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Achilles Tendon Rupture
- Ankle Sprain
- Achilles Tendon Tear
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where does Dr. Arun Kannan practice?
Dr. Arun Kannan is affiliated with Apollo Hospitals, specifically at Apollo Hospital Greams Road, Apollo Children's Hospitals Thousand Lights, and Apollo Heart Centre Greams Road. He also practices at one additional location.
Why do patients visit Dr. Arun Kannan?
Patients choose Dr. Arun Kannan for expertise in fracture treatment, knee pain treatment, and shoulder pain management. For further details, please refer to his complete professional profile.
What do patients say about Dr. Arun Kannan?
Dr. Arun Kannan has received positive feedback from 322 patients, with 51 sharing detailed experiences. These testimonials highlight his expertise and patient care in orthopedics.
What are Dr. Arun Kannan's medical qualifications?
Dr. Arun Kannan holds an MS in Orthopaedics and an MBBS degree.
What is Dr. Arun Kannan's specialty?
Dr. Arun Kannan specializes in Orthopedic surgery and Joint Replacement surgery.
How many years of experience does Dr. Arun Kannan have?
Dr. Arun Kannan has 19 years of experience in orthopedics. His professional history spans various medical facilities.
Who is Dr. Arun Kannan?
Dr. Arun Kannan, MS Ortho, is a highly qualified Orthopedic Surgeon. His credentials include an MS from AIIMS, Delhi, and fellowships in Arthroscopy and Arthroplasty (FAOA) from Melbourne, Hip and Knee Surgery from Virginia Commonwealth University, and Hip and Knee/Tumors from the University of Minnesota. He specializes in Hip and Knee Reconstructive and Replacement Surgeries, publishing in leading international journals and contributing to Callaghan's "The Adult Hip," a key text in Hip Surgery. He consults at Apollo Specialty Hospital and Venkateswara Hospital, Nandanam.
Who is an Orthopaedist?
An orthopaedist, or orthopedic surgeon, is a physician specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal system disorders. This includes bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and tendons. They treat a wide range of conditions such as arthritis, back pain, sports injuries, and leg and foot problems.
What is the difference between an Orthopaedist and an Orthopaedic Surgeon?
While often used interchangeably, an orthopaedist focuses on musculoskeletal system conditions, offering pre- and post-surgical care. An orthopaedic surgeon provides identical care but also performs surgeries for conditions such as back pain, disc herniation, bone tumors, carpal tunnel syndrome, and arthritis.
Does an Orthopedic Doctor Treat Foot and Ankle Issues?
Yes, orthopedic specialists treat musculoskeletal conditions, including foot and ankle problems. They manage common conditions such as bunions, ankle sprains, arthritis, and sports injuries. Diagnosis often involves imaging, and treatment plans vary depending on the severity.
Where does Dr. Arun Kannan practice?
Dr. Arun Kannan is affiliated with Apollo Hospitals, specifically Apollo Hospital - Greams Road, Apollo Children's Hospitals - Thousand Lights, and Apollo Heart Centre - Greams Road. He also practices at one additional location.
Why do patients visit Dr. Arun Kannan?
Patients choose Dr. Arun Kannan for expertise in fracture treatment, knee pain management, and shoulder pain treatment. For a detailed list of his services, please refer to his professional profile.
What do patients say about Dr. Arun Kannan?
Dr. Arun Kannan has received positive feedback from 322 patients, with 51 sharing their experiences. Patient testimonials provide insights into his practice and care.
What are Dr. Arun Kannan's medical qualifications?
Dr. Arun Kannan holds an MS in Orthopaedics and an MBBS degree.
What is Dr. Arun Kannan's medical specialty?
Dr. Arun Kannan specializes in Orthopedic surgery and Joint Replacement surgery.
How many years of experience does Dr. Arun Kannan have?
Dr. Arun Kannan has 19 years of experience in orthopedics. His professional history is available upon request.
Who is Dr. Arun Kannan?
Dr. Arun Kannan, MS Ortho, is a highly qualified Orthopedic Surgeon. His credentials include an MS from AIIMS, Delhi, and fellowships in Arthroscopy and Arthroplasty (FAOA) from Melbourne, Hip and Knee Surgery from Virginia Commonwealth University, and Hip and Knee/Tumors from the University of Minnesota. He specializes in Hip and Knee Reconstructive and Replacement Surgeries, publishing in leading international journals and contributing to Callaghan's "The Adult Hip." He consults at prominent hospitals including Apollo Specialty Hospital and Venkateswara Hospital, Nandanam.
Who is an Orthopedist?
An orthopedist is a physician specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal disorders. They treat conditions affecting bones, muscles, joints, and ligaments, including arthritis, back pain, sports injuries, and leg/foot pain. Orthopedic care encompasses the skeletal system's health and function.
What is the difference between an Orthopaedist and an Orthopaedic Surgeon?
While often used interchangeably, an orthopaedist specializes in musculoskeletal system conditions, offering pre- and post-surgical care. An orthopaedic surgeon provides identical care but also performs surgical procedures for conditions such as back pain, disc herniation, bone tumors, carpal tunnel syndrome, arthritis, and other injuries. Both roles involve comprehensive musculoskeletal health management.
Does an Orthopedist treat foot and ankle problems?
Yes, orthopedists specialize in musculoskeletal health, encompassing foot and ankle issues. They treat various conditions, including bunions, ankle sprains, arthritis, and sports injuries. Diagnosis utilizes imaging tests, and treatment plans vary depending on the condition's severity. Orthopedic foot and ankle care provides comprehensive solutions for these common problems.
Where does Dr. Arun Kannan practice?
Dr. Arun Kannan's practice locations include Apollo Hospitals - Greams Road, Apollo Children's Hospitals - Thousand Lights, and Apollo Heart Centre - Greams Road, along with one additional medical facility.
Why do patients visit Dr. Arun Kannan?
Patients choose Dr. Arun Kannan for expert treatment of fractures, knee pain, and shoulder pain. For additional details regarding his expertise, please contact the hospital directly.
What do patients say about Dr. Arun Kannan?
Dr. Arun Kannan has received positive feedback from 322 patients, including 51 detailed patient stories. These testimonials highlight his expertise and patient care in orthopedics.
What are Dr. Arun Kannan's medical qualifications?
Dr. Arun Kannan holds an MS in Orthopaedics and an MBBS degree.
What is Dr. Arun Kannan's specialization?
Dr. Arun Kannan specializes in Orthopedic surgery and Joint Replacement surgery.
How many years of experience does Dr. Arun Kannan have?
Dr. Arun Kannan possesses 19 years of experience in the medical field. His extensive career includes various professional affiliations.
Who is Dr. Arun Kannan?
Dr. Arun Kannan, MS Ortho, is a highly qualified Orthopedic Surgeon. His credentials include an MS from AIIMS, Delhi, and fellowships in Arthroscopy and Arthroplasty (FAOA) from Melbourne, Hip and Knee Surgery from Virginia Commonwealth University, and Hip and Knee/Tumors from the University of Minnesota. He specializes in Hip and Knee Reconstructive and Replacement Surgeries and is published in leading international journals. He is also an author in Callaghan's "The Adult Hip." Dr. Kannan consults at Apollo Speciality Hospital and Venkateswara Hospital, Nandanam.
Who is an Orthopedist?
An orthopedist is a medical doctor specializing in diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal disorders. They manage conditions affecting bones, muscles, joints, and ligaments, including arthritis, back pain, sports injuries, and leg/foot pain. Orthopedic care encompasses the entire skeletal system.
What is the difference between an Orthopaedist and an Orthopaedic Surgeon?
While often used interchangeably, orthopaedists and orthopaedic surgeons differ in their scope of practice. Orthopaedists manage musculoskeletal system conditions, offering pre- and post-surgical care. Orthopaedic surgeons provide identical pre- and post-surgical care but also perform surgical procedures for conditions such as back pain, disc herniation, bone tumors, carpal tunnel syndrome, and arthritis.
Does an Orthopedist treat foot and ankle problems?
Yes, orthopedists specialize in musculoskeletal health, encompassing foot and ankle conditions. They treat various issues including bunions, sprains, arthritis, and sports injuries. Diagnosis utilizes imaging, and treatment approaches vary based on severity. Orthopedic foot and ankle care includes expert diagnosis and treatment of common conditions.
