Dr B S Ramakrishna

Director & Senior Consultant – Medical Gastroenterology,

MBBS, MD (General Medicine), DM (Gastroenterology)

Gastroenterology

January 1, 1976

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Top Areas of Expertise

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD),
Small Bowel Disorders,
Pancreatitis,
Therapeutic Biliary & Pancreatic Endoscopy (ERCP)

Top Treatments Offered

Management of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and IBD,
Treatment of acute pancreatitis,
ERCP, Small Bowel Disease management,
Treatment of ulcerative colitis, acidity, and peptic/gastric ulcer

About Dr B S Ramakrishna

Dr. B. S. Ramakrishna is a highly respected and experienced Gastroenterologist serving as Director & Senior Consultant at SIMS Hospital, Chennai, with a medical career spanning over 49 years. An alumnus and former Head of Gastrointestinal Sciences at CMC Vellore, he has international clinical experience in Australia, Bahrain, and the USA. He joined SIMS in 2013 and is renowned for his expertise in IBD, ERCP, small bowel diseases, and pancreatitis. Dr. Ramakrishna is also celebrated for his leadership in gastroenterology, pioneering advanced therapeutic endoscopy and academic contributions.

Educational Qualifications:

MBBS, Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore, 1976
MD (General Medicine), CMC Vellore, 1979
DM (Gastroenterology), CMC Vellore, 1983
MNAMS – Member of the National Academy of Medical Sciences

Professional Experience:

Over 49 years of clinical experience in gastroenterology
Former Head of Gastrointestinal Sciences Department, CMC Vellore
Joined SIMS Hospital, Chennai in 2013 as Director & Senior Consultant
Held clinical roles in Australia, Bahrain, and the USA, enhancing global medical exposure

Notable Achievements & Awards:

Jacob Chandy Gold Medal – Best Outgoing Medical Student, CMC Vellore
Hoechst Om Prakash Award – Indian Society of Gastroenterology
B.K. Aikat Oration Award – ICMR
Yeddanapalli Gold Medal – CMC Vellore
Achanta Lakshmipathi Oration Award – National Academy of Medical Sciences

Professional Memberships:

Past President, Indian Society of Gastroenterology
Past Vice-President, Indian Motility & Functional Diseases Association
Former Editor-in-Chief, Indian Journal of Gastroenterology
Editorial Board Member, Indian Journal of Medical Research

Certifications:

Member of MNAMS
Fellowship and advanced training through DM in Gastroenterology from CMC Vellor

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