Dr. Prof Balakumar S
Vascular Surgeon
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), MCh (Vascular Surgery)
26 years experience
Areas of Specialisation
Vascular surgeon
Laparoscopic Truncal Vagotomy
Laparoscopic Heller’s Cardiomyotomy
Dr. Prof Balakumar S is a highly regarded Vascular Surgeon with 25 years of experience, and currently practising at MGM Malar Hospital Chennai . He completed his MBBS from the Rajah Muthiah Medical College, Annamalai University in 1994 and later went on to specialising in surgery by obtaining MS in general surgery and MCh in Vascular surgery from the Madras Medical College in the years 2000 and 2005 respectively.
He was the Head Of the Department of Vascular Surgery at Tanjore Medical College and Professor of Vascular Surgery at Madras Medical College till 2019. Dr. Balakumar is specialised in treating conditions including peripheral artery disease, varicose veins, aneurysms, and carotid artery diseases.
Dr. Balakumar is highly regarded for his patient-centred approach, ensuring that each patient receives the most suitable treatment options based on their specific condition. Dr. S Balakumar’s contributions include national and international publications, along with frequent invitations as a guest speaker in scientific meetings and conferences, particularly on Laparoscopic Heller’s Cardiomyotomy.
Secretary - Indian Medical Association, Apollo OMR
Awards, Honours & Recognitions
Secretary - Indian Medical Association, Apollo OMR
Life Member - Vascular Society of India
National Faculty Member - Vascular Society of India
Life Member - Venous Association of India
2018 - Certified in Intravascular Ultrasound, Percherra Del Garda, Italy
2019 - Certified in Complex Deep Venous Intervention under prof. Gerard O'Sullivan at Galway Hospital, Ireland
Dr. Prof BalaKumar S specialises in various advanced treatments
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Commonly Asked Questions
Where does Dr. Prof Balakumar S practice?
Dr. Prof Balakumar S practices at MGM Malar Hospital,Chennai.
What is the educational qualification of Dr.Prof Balakumar S?
Dr. Prof BalaKumar S is a Vascular Surgeon with 25 years of experience and has the following qualifications: MBBS, MS (General Surgery), MCh (Vascular Surgery)
What languages can Dr. Prof BalaKumar S speak?
Dr. Prof BalaKumar S can speak English,Tamil and Hindi. Language assistance services may also be available for patients who require communication support in other languages.
Why do patients visit Dr. Prof BalaKumar S?
Patients visit Dr. Prof BalaKumar S for vascular surgery -related problems like Deep vein thrombosis - DVT, Microvascular Surgery, Intra - Arterial Thrombolysis.
Can Dr. Prof BalaKumar S perform minimally invasive vascular surgery?
Yes, Dr. Prof BalaKumar S is skilled in minimally invasive vascular surgery techniques. These procedures often involve smaller incisions, reduced pain, and shorter recovery times compared to traditional open surgery.
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