Designation of Dr. Dhanaraj M
Dr. Dhanaraj M
Neurologist
Senior Consultant – Neurology
Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai
Profile Snapshot of Dr. Dhanaraj M
- Dr. Dhanaraj M is a recognized neurologist in India, currently practicing as a Senior Consultant Neurologist at Apollo Hospital, Greams Road, Chennai.
- He has dedicated 35+ years to managing neuromuscular and neurological disorders and academics. He is proficient in treating conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease, Meningitis, Meniere’s Disease, Brain infections, and Light-headedness.
- As an experienced neurologist, he conducts a range of procedures such as EEG for brain activity monitoring, Nerve Conduction Studies to evaluate nerve function, Lumbar Puncture for cerebrospinal fluid testing, MRI for detailed brain imaging, and EMG to assess muscle health.
- In recognition of his outstanding contributions, Dr. Dhanaraj received the Lifetime Achievement Award from Tamil Nadu DR. MGR University, Chennai.
- Furthermore, his research contributions have significantly advanced understanding in the field of neurology and cardiovascular medicine. He has presented approximately 50 research papers, receiving awards for several, and authored a notable book on Acute Cardiovascular Disease.
Dr. M Dhanaraj’s Expertise
- Alzheimer’s Disease
- Meningitis
- Meniere’s Disease
- Brain Infections
- Lightheadedness
Work Experience of Dr. Dhanaraj M
- Working as a Senior Consultant Neurologist at Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai since October 2006
- Professor and HOD Neurology at Stanley Medical College, Chennai
- Reader (Neurology) at Coimbatore Medical College, Coimbatore
- Asst. Physician at Intensive Medical Care Unit, Madras Medical College, Chennai
Dr. M Dhanaraj’s Qualifications
- MBBS from Madras University, Chennai in 1971
- MD (General Medicine) from Madras University, Chennai in 1977
- DM (Neurology) from The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University (TNMGRMU) in 1981
Memberships of Dr. Dhanaraj M
- Indian Medical Association
- Medical Council Of India
- Indian Academy Of Neurology
Awards & Recognitions received by Dr. Dhanaraj M
- Dean’s Commendation Certificate (2000)
- Stanley Alumni Award (2003)
- Dr. V. Bala Gopala Raju Award for Physical growth and psychomotor development of infants exposed to antiepileptic drugs in utero. Arulmozhi T, Dhanaraj M, and Jayavelu A. Annual conference of IAP– NSC held at Kanyakumari (2004)
- Best Research Paper Award for Epidemiological study of SCA I in an ethnic Tamil-speaking community with clinical and molecular genetic correlation. Rengaraj R, Dhanaraj M, Arulmozhi T. et.al. 12th Annual Conference of Indian Academy of Neurology, Nagpur (2004)
Publications of Dr. Dhanaraj M
- Acute encephalitic syndrome following scrub typhus infection. Dhanaraj M, Ayan Kar, Harikrishna K, Deedpiya D. Indian journal of critical care medicine 2014;7;453-455
- Management of Epilepsy in mentally retarded institutionalized adults- A challenge. Dhanaraj. M., Jayavelu. A. Indian Academic of Neurology; 2004, 7. 549-552