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Dr. Raj Palaniappan

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Bariatrics

22+ years experience

education

MBBS, MS, MMAS, FICS (Gastro), FMAS, DMAS, FALS, FRS, FLS

language

English, Hindi, Tamil

location

Apollo Hospitals Greams Road

Greams Road, Thousand Lights West Chennai Tamil Nadu

About Doctor

Dr. Raj Palaniappan, a trailblazer in metabolic surgery, stands out as one of the premier bariatric surgeons in Chennai. Beyond conventional surgery, he holds expertise in robotic, endoscopic, and laparoscopic procedures. Dr. Palaniappan conducts cosmetic and reconstructive surgeries to enhance both the appearance and function of patients post-procedure. His mastery in robotic procedures contributes to improved clinical outcomes and faster recovery times. Specializing in aiding individuals with obesity, diabetes, and metabolic conditions in weight loss, Dr. Palaniappan offers a comprehensive array of bariatric surgeries. These include adjustable gastric banding (AGB), biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch (BPD-DS), Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB), vertical sleeve gastrectomy (VSG), and endoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (ESG). Dr. Raj achieved a significant milestone by performing India's first revision bariatric surgery and pioneering Single Incision Laparoscopic Surgery (SILS), a minimally invasive approach. Notably, Dr. Raj Palaniappan, a surgeon and inventor, has developed a new surgical tool for keyhole surgery and introduced a groundbreaking technique for gall bladder surgery, named after him. Recognized for his contributions to the field, he received the Chikitsa Rattan Award. With over two decades of experience, Dr. Raj Palaniappan is widely acknowledged as one of the best bariatric surgeons in Chennai. His patient-centric and compassionate approach is reflected in his belief, When you treat a patient, you always win. If you're seeking Bariatrics,Bariatric,General Surgery,General Surgeries in chennai neyveli , chennai abhiramapuram , chennai acharapakkam , chennai choolai , chennai choolaimedu , chennai chromepet , chennai chengalpet , chennai kalpakkam , chennai kottivakkam , chennai kumbakonam , chennai madipakkam , chennai medavakkam , chennai mugalivakkam , chennai mogappair-east , chennai mogappair-west , chennai moolakadai , chennai palavanthangal , chennai r-t-nagar , chennai santhome , chennai shenoy-nagar , chennai thiruninravur , chennai tindivanam , chennai triplicane , chennai tirunelveli , chennai trichy , chennai vepery , chennai vandavasi , chennai villupuram , chennai mahindra-world-city , chennai noble-hospitals , chennai sowkhya-ayurveda-speciality-clinic , chennai hariharan-diabetes-hospital , chennai vasantha-hospital , chennai sri-venkateswara-c-m-hospital , chennai coimbatore , chennai mahabalipuram , chennai mylapore , chennai mandaveli , chennai nandanam , chennai nungambakkam , chennai royapettah , chennai shenoy-nagar , chennai tnagar , chennai teynampet , chennai vadapalani , chennai west-mambalam , chennai motherhood-hospital , chennai billroth-hospitals , chennai amrit-hospital , chennai jehovah-dental-center , chennai laksha-hospital , chennai best-hospital , chennai kumaran-hospital , chennai sakthi-hospital , chennai k-h-m-hospital , chennai adithya-hospital Dr. Raj Palaniappan is the right choice for expert care and treatment of your Bariatrics,Bariatric,General Surgery,General Surgeries needs. Book an appointment today and experience top-notch medical care.

Work Experience

Work Experience

2010 - 2015 Director & Chief Surgeon at Institute of Bariatrics, Apollo Hospitals 
2007 - 2010 HOD, Minimal Access, Gastro & Obesity Surgery at Apollo Victor Hoapital 
2006 - 2007 Consultant Surgeon at Lifeline Hospitals 
2004 - 2006 Assistant Professor at Sri Ramachandra Medical College 
2003 - 2004 Assistant Professor at PSG Institute of Medical Sciences

Memberships

Memberships

- Obesity Surgery Society of India (OSSI)

- European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES)

- Endoscopic and Laparoscopic Surgeons of Asia (ELSA)

Registration

Registration

58794

Awards and Recognitions

Awards and Recognitions

- Chikitsa Rattan Award

- Icon of Healthcare

- Surgeon of Excellence

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FAQs

How can I take an appointment with Dr Raj Palaniappan ?

To book an online appointment with Dr Raj Palaniappan, you can visit the app/website of Apollo 24/7, search for Dr Raj Palaniappan 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 Raj Palaniappan practice?

Dr Raj Palaniappan 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 Raj Palaniappan ?

Dr Raj Palaniappan is a Bariatrician with over 22 Yrs. years of experience and has the following qualifications -MBBS, MS, MMAS, FICS (Gastro), FMAS, DMAS, FALS, FRS, FLS

What languages can Dr Raj Palaniappan speak?

Dr Raj Palaniappan can speak English, Hindi, Tamil.

Why do patients visit Dr Raj Palaniappan?

Patients visit Dr Raj Palaniappan for Bariatrics related problems. To see more reasons visit the doctor's profile on Apollo 24|7.