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Dr. Prasanna Kumar Reddy is a highly esteemed Surgical Gastroenterologist based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, with an impressive 48 years of extensive experience in the field of gastro surgery. He has made significant contributions to the establishment of advanced medical units, including the GI unit and Advanced Laparoscopic Unit at Apollo Hospitals, Chennai. Dr. Reddy has been recognized for his outstanding service in the medical community, notably receiving an award for his 25 years of dedicated service at Apollo Hospitals. His expertise is not limited to clinical practice; he has trained over 130 surgeons in Gastrointestinal and Laparoscopic surgery, demonstrating his commitment to education and skill development in this specialized area.
Fluent in multiple languages, including English, Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil, Dr. Reddy is well-equipped to communicate effectively with a diverse patient population. He has served as an overseas tutor for the Royal College of Surgeons in Edinburgh and has held significant roles in prestigious organizations, such as being an Executive Committee Member of the Indian Association of Gastro Endo Surgeons from 1998 to 2002.
Dr. Reddy is also a revered orator, having received multiple awards and gold medals for his significant contributions to medical education, including the Dr. R. Nanjunda Rao Endowment Oration at Madras Medical College in 1995, and the Dr. Karimulla Endowment Oration by the Indian Medical Association in 2008. He has served as Course Director at the Ethicon Institute of Endo Surgery in Chennai and has been an examiner for several fellowship programs in Minimal Access Surgery. His qualifications include an MBBS, FRCS, FACG, and an honorary D.Sc. in Laparoscopic Surgery. With a blend of clinical expertise, educational contributions, and a dedication to patient care, Dr. Prasanna Kumar Reddy is a leading figure in the realm of Surgical Gastroenterology.
Experience
- Compulsory Rotatory Internship : 1969-70 – Government General Hospital,
- Kakinada, Andhra University, India 1972-1983 - Senior House Officer - Bolton Royal Infirmary, Bolton Lancashire.
- Senior House Officer- District General Hospital, Barnsley, South Yorkshire.
- Registrar and locum Consultant – Halifax Royal Infirmary and General Hospital alifax, West Yorkshire.
- Working in Apollo Hospitals since last Assignment
Memberships
- Association of Surgeons of India
- Indian Society of Gastroenterology
- Association of Surgical Gastroenterology
- Association of Gastro Endosurgeons (IAGES)
- Indian Society of HBP
- Indian Medical Assocation
- Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh
- Fellow of the American College of Gastroenterology
- International Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery
- Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons.
- Member – Apollo Hospitals Audit and Disciplinary Committee
- Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons.
- Obesity Surgery Society of India MEMBERSHIP IN SOCIAL CLUBS Madras Gymkhana Club since 1985 Apollo Consultants Club 1990 Madras Club 2005
Awards
- Councellor for AIDS (HIV) Patients in HolyCons
Research and Publication
International:
- Intraperitoneal bleeding due to primary splenic pregnancy - British Journal of Surgery, Volume 70, Issue 9, page 564, September 1983
- Laparoscopic Removal of an Artery Forceps – Journal of the Society of Laparoscopic Surgeons- Sept 2003 Vol 7 No:3
- Torsion of the Gall Bladder – Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy - Journal of the Society of Laparoscopic Surgeons -2005,9(2):238-240
- Left sided gall bladder – sinistroposition - Journal of the Society of Laparoscopic Surgeons – 2005, 9:356-357
- Transfascial suture hernia: a rare form of recurrence after laparoscopic ventral hernia repair - Journal of Laparoendoscopic & Advanced Surgical Techniques- Volume 20, Number 9, 2010, 753-55.]
- Symptomatic'H' type duplex gall bladder:A case report - Journal of the society of Laparoscopic Surgeons - Vol.14,Number 4, 2011
National:
- Hepatic Cystadenoma – A Diagnostic Challenge - Published in Apollo Proceedings Laparoscoic Distal Pancreatectomy for Papillary Cystic Neoplasm
- Published in Apollo Proceedings Single port access cholecystectomy: The initial learning curve - Apollo Medicine Vol.7 No.2, June 2010
- Foregut duplication cyst of stomach mimicking as left adrenal retroperitoneal cyst - Apollo Medicine Vol.7 No.2, June 2010
- Laparoscopic Nissen Fundoplication in Situs Inversus Totalis :technical and ergonomic issues - Journal of Minimal access surgery October - Dec. 2010;6:116-18
- Left lobe liver resection for Cholangio Hepatitis – Accepted for publication in Tropical Gastroenterology in 2012.
List of Treatments
- piles-treatment
- Pancreas Cancer Treatment
- Rectum Cancer Treatment
List of Conditions Treated
- Hirschsprung S Disease
- Piles
- Gallbladder Stones
- Gallbladder Issues
- Stoma Care
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where does Dr. Prasanna Kumar Reddy practice?
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What are Dr. Prasanna Kumar Reddy's medical qualifications?
Dr. Prasanna Kumar Reddy holds an MBBS degree.
What is Dr. Prasanna Kumar Reddy's medical specialty?
Dr. Prasanna Kumar Reddy specializes in General Physician.
What is Dr. Prasanna Kumar Reddy's experience?
Dr. Prasanna Kumar Reddy has 54 years of experience in the healthcare industry.
Who is Dr. Prasanna Kumar Reddy?
Dr. Prasanna Kumar Reddy is a highly experienced gastroenterologist practicing at Apollo Hospital, Greams Road, Chennai. With 54 years of experience, he completed his MBBS from Andhra University in 1970 and is a member of the Tamilnadu Medical Council. His expertise includes Laser Piles Treatment and Gastritis Treatment, among other services. He is a respected physician in the Chennai medical community.
Who is a General Physician?
A general physician (GP) is a medical doctor specializing in non-surgical adult healthcare. They treat various diseases not requiring surgery, encompassing cardiovascular, respiratory, neurological, hematological, endocrine, and gastrointestinal systems. Some GPs may further specialize within these areas.
What are the education requirements to become a General Physician?
General physicians, also known as primary care physicians, require completion of a medical residency in primary care following graduation from medical school. Prerequisites include a science-based bachelor's degree, a minimum GPA, medical school completion, and foundational medical training. A three-year residency commitment is mandatory.
When should I consult a General Physician?
Consult a general physician for a wide range of health concerns. These include cardiovascular, respiratory, musculoskeletal, neurological, gastrointestinal, and endocrine issues that do not require surgery. A GP is often the first point of contact for any medical symptom within these systems.
