Designation of Dr. Brig K Shanmuganandan
Dr. Brig K Shanmuganandan
Rheumatologist
Senior Consultant
Apollo Hospitals Greams Road, Chennai
Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre, Chennai (Visiting Consultant)
Profile Snapshot of Dr. Brig K Shanmuganandan
- Dr. Brig K Shanmuganandan is one of the finest rheumatologists based in Chennai, boasting over 20 years of dedicated experience in the field.
- With an impressive educational background that includes an MBBS, MD in Medicine, DNB in Medicine, and a Fellowship in Rheumatology, Dr. Shanmuganandan has established himself as a leading expert in his specialty.
- His expertise lies in diagnosing and treating a variety of complex conditions, such as musculoskeletal infections, rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, Sjogren’s syndrome, and other musculoskeletal disorders.
- Additionally, he is skilled in performing a range of procedures including joint aspirations, intra-articular injections, and musculoskeletal ultrasounds. His comprehensive approach ensures that patients receive tailored treatment plans for managing autoimmune diseases and other rheumatological conditions.
- Currently practicing at Apollo Hospitals Greams Road in Chennai, Dr. Shanmuganandan is committed to providing exceptional care to his patients.
Dr. Brig K Shanmuganandan’s Expertise
- Musculoskeletal Infections
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- Sjogren’s Syndrome
- Joint Aspirations
- Intra-Articular Injections
- Musculoskeletal Ultrasounds
- Management of Systemic Autoimmune Diseases
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Joint Pains
- Fibromyalgia
Work Experience of Dr. Brig K Shanmuganandan
- Consultant in Rheumatology at Apollo Hospital, Greams Road, Chennai (Present)
- Visiting Consultant in Rheumatology at Rela Institute & Medical Centre, Chennai (Present)
- Professor of Medicine and Rheumatologist, SBMCH, Chennai, 2018-2019
- Professor of Medicine, Head of Department, Dept of Rheumatology and Clinical Immunology, Army Hospital (Research and Referral), New Delhi, 2015-2017
- Associate Professor Department of Medicine, Armed Forces Medical College, Pune, 2007-2010
- Assistant Professor, Medicine & Rheumatologist, Forces Medical College, Pune, 2000 -2005
- Physician: Various Military Hospitals, 1993-2000
- Medical Officer: Various Military Hospitals, 1987-1990
Dr. Brig K Shanmuganandan’s Qualifications
- MBBS from Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC) of Pune in 1987
- MD in General Medicine from Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune in 1993
- DNB in General Medicine from the National Board Of Examination in 1994
Memberships of Dr. Brig K Shanmuganandan
- Association of Physicians of India
- Indian Rheumatology Association
- Geriatric Society Of India
Awards & Recognitions received by Dr. Brig K Shanmuganandan
- Winner of Chief of Army Staff Commendation Medal in 2014
- Ranjana Vij Silver medal for the second position in advanced medicine course in 1992
Publications of Dr. Brig K Shanmuganandan
Some of the publications under his name are as follows:-
- DS Bhakuni, A Hegde, K Shanmuganandan, A Atal, K Sivasami,. Fluorodeoxyglucose Positron Emission Tomography/ Computed Tomography in the quantification of disease burden in patients of spondyloarthritis on anti-tumor necrosis factor biological disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs. Ann Rheum Dis 2015; 74:S2.
- Shanmuganandan K, Hegde A, Vasdev V, Chaudhuri GD, Abhishek K, Atal A. SAPHO with pyoderma gangrenosum-an unusual occurrence Int J Rheum Dis 2015;18 ( Suppl 1):55.
- Bhakuni DS, Shanmuganandan K, Atal AT, Kartik S. On-demand Visco supplements in osteoarthritis knee Int J Rheum Dis 2015;18 ( Suppl 1): 81.
- Safety and efficacy of an Anti-CD20 Monoclonal antibody In Indian patients with seropositive rheumatoid arthritis. Indian Journal of Rheumatology 2018 Vol: 13(1): 20-25.