Designation of Dr. Ramani Narasimhan
Dr. Ramani Narasimhan
Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon
Senior Consultant – Pediatric Orthopedics
Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi, India
Profile Snapshot of Dr. Ramani Narasimhan
- With over 28 years of dedicated experience, Dr. Ramani Narasimhan stands out as a leading Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon at Apollo Hospitals Indraprastha, New Delhi.
- His extensive qualifications include an MBBS, an MS in Orthopaedic Surgery, and a Fellowship in Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgery, underscoring his profound expertise and commitment to child orthopaedic care.
- Dr. Narasimhan specializes in the treatment of a wide array of paediatric conditions, from Achilles tendon ruptures and ankle sprains to more complex issues such as cerebral palsy and carpal tunnel syndrome.
- Throughout his illustrious career, Dr. Narasimhan has been affiliated with prestigious institutions, including Apollo Hospitals Indraprastha, where he has made significant contributions to both the Centre for Advanced Paediatrics (ACAP) and the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery.
- His professional journey has also taken him to esteemed institutions abroad, such as the Connecticut Children’s Medical Center in the USA, where he honed his skills in managing complex paediatric cases.
- Dr. Narasimhan’s impact extends beyond clinical practice. He is an active participant in academic and professional circles, having presented numerous scientific papers and contributed to key publications in paediatric orthopaedics.
Dr. Ramani Narasimhan’s Expertise
- Achilles tendon rupture
- Ankle sprain
- Bursitis
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Cerebral palsy
- Spinal deformities
- Hip/pelvic problems
- Knee/foot/ankle deformities
Work Experience of Dr. Ramani Narasimhan
- Senior Consultant of Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi since 1998 (present)
- Since Nov 2002 Senior Consultant – Orthopaedic Surgery at Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi. Part of both “Apollo Center for Advanced” (ACAP) & Dept. of Orthopaedic Surgery.
- Jan 1999 – Oct 2002 Practicing exclusively “Orthopaedics” and managing orthopaedic disorders in patients below 19 years of age.
- Part of “Apollo Center for Advanced (ACAP)” & Dept. of Orthopaedic Surgery. Managing both Traumatic (acute & chronic) and Non-Traumatic Orthopaedic Disorders in patients below 19 years of age. ? Sir Gangaram Hospital. Part of “Super-specialities.” Courtesy affiliation for in-patients only.
- 1997 – 1998 Clinical Fellow Resident in Orthopaedics for 12 months under the guidance of Program Director John V Banta MD, at Connecticut Children’s Medical Center, Hartford, CT, USA. Involved in working with the 4 members of the faculty by rotation. Management (operative & non-operative) of a caseload consisting of roughly, 35-40% of Spinal deformities (mainly Scoliosis), 25- 30% of Hip/Pelvic problems (mainly as resultant of DDH & CP), 20- 25% of Knee, Foot & Ankle deformities and around 5% of Upper Limb ailments.
- Involved in running weekly Clinics of Scoliosis, CP, Muscle Disease, Foot and Ortho. & a monthly Clinic of Myelomeningocoele.
- Attended Pre & Post- Operative Conferences and weekly Grand Rounds involving didactic lectures and in- depth discussions.
- Completed a clinical project – “Effect of Boston Brace on body alignment in patients of Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis” as a part of the curriculum to be completed in a year. Successfully completed a case report titled “Congenital Pseudarthrosis of Fibula”.
- 1993-1997 Senior Medical Officer- Orthopaedic Surgery at Central Institute of Orthopaedics (CIO), Safdarjung Hospital (1000 plus bedded), New Delhi.
- Worked as a full time surgeon doing Orthopaedic emergency & Casuality duties, performing both emergency and routine surgeries (traumatic & non- traumatic cases) and ran Orthopaedic Clinics.
- Actively participated in academic discussions and taught Orthopaedic Residents.
- Worked successfully on 2 clinical papers on Orthopaedic Trauma, one on “Intercondylar Fractures of Humerus & it’s management” and the other on “Ligamentotaxis in comminuted intra-articular fractures of lower-end Radius in Adults.” Both eventually got published in the Journal “Orthopaedic Update.” Ably supported by Dr. KS Rao, Senior Consultant & Director, CIO, Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi.
- 1992 -1993 Medical Officer – Orthopaedic Surgery after joining the Central Health Service, Govt. of India.
- 1989 – 1991 Full time Resident in the Dept. of Orthopaedic Surgery, King George’s Medical College, Lucknow, India pursuing MS Orthopaedic Surgery course under the direct supervision and professional guidance of Dr. US Misra, MCh. FRCS (L’Pool), Professor & Head, Dept. of Orthopaedic Surgery.
- Did emergency duties, attended ward rounds (morn. & eve.), ran Ortho. Clinics and performed & assisted both routine and emergency surgeries at Gandhi Memorial & associated Hospitals affiliated to KG Medical College.
- Gained experience in the management of Spinal injuries when posted to Traumatic Quadriplegia & Paraplegia Unit.
- Worked on the clinical project on the treatment of Intercondylar Fractures of Humerus & completed it successfully.
- Took active interest in academic discussions and taught Medical School students posted.
- 1988 – 1989 A full time Resident at Patel Chest Institute, Delhi pursuing Diploma in Tuberculosis & Chest Diseases.
- 1987 A full time Resident in the Dept of Ortho. Surgery ( House Surgeonship) for 6 mths. at Lok Nayak Jaiprakash Narain (LNJP) Hospital, New Delhi.
- Under supervision of Dr. BK Dhaon MS(Ortho), Professor & Head of the unit. A full time Resident in the Dept. of General Medicine for 6 mths. At LNJP Hospital, New Delhi.
- Under supervision of Dr. DD Kulapathi, Professor & Head, Dept. of Medicine. 1986 (Jan – Dec) Rotating Internship (compulsory) in various clinical disciplines at LNJPH, New Delhi (affiliated to Maulana Azad Medical College).
Dr. Ramani Narasimhan’s Qualifications
- MBBS from Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi
- MS in Orthopedics from King George’s Medical College, Lucknow
- Clinical Fellowship in Pediatric Orthopedics from Connecticut Children’s Medical Centre, USA
- Diploma in Tuberculosis and Chest Diseases from Patel Chest Institute, Delhi
- ECFMG Certification in Pediatric Orthopedics from Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates, USA
Awards & Recognitions received by Dr. Narasimhan
- Exemplary Contribution Award – 2008 in the field of “Pediatric Orthopaedics” in recognition of tremendous service & outstanding contribution rendered to the medical profession and community, by Indian Medical Association, SDB
- Dr BN Sinha Gold Medal” for being the best Orthopaedic Resident and for the best clinical project (thesis), by Lucknow University during MS – Orthopaedic Surgery (1989-91)
Memberships of Dr. Ramani Narasimhan
- Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of India (POSI) – Life member and Ex-Vice President, POSI
- Indian Orthopaedic Association (IOA) – Life member
- Delhi Orthopaedic Association – Life Member
- Secretary, PaediatricOrthopaedic Foundation (POF), a registered society promoting “PaediatricOrthopaedics” in Delhi & NCR
- Association of Spinal Surgeons of India (ASSI) – Life member
- Indian Academy of Cerebral Palsy (IACP) – Life member
- Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP) All India – Associate Life Member