Dr. Venkatasubramanian Rangarajan
Senior Consultant Specialist · Apollo Hospital
Apollo Hospital, Greams Road Chennai• View Hospital★ Breast & Thyroid Surgery20+ Yrs. Experience
MBBSMS (General Surgery)DNB; MNAMS; MRCS (Royal College of Surgeons)FNB (Laparoscopic/Minimal Access Surgery), National Board of Examinations
Quick Facts
- Department
- Breast & Thyroid Surgery
- Qualifications
- MBBS, MS (General Surgery), DNB; MNAMS; MRCS (Royal College of Surgeons)
- Experience
- 20+ Years
- Hospital
- Apollo Hospital
- Location
- Delhi NCR, India
- International Support
- Visa Assistance & Interpreters
About Dr. Venkatasubramanian Rangarajan
Dr. Venkatasubramanian Rangarajan is a Senior General and Laparoscopic Surgeon at Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai, with 16-22 years of experience in minimally invasive and general surgery. His core specialities include laparoscopic cholecystectomy, hernia repair, and minimal access surgery, and he has served as Faculty for the Fellowship of the National Board (FNB) programme in Laparoscopic Surgery. He treats hernias, gallbladder disease, and appendicitis, performing appendicectomy, breast/thyroid surgery, and fistula and fissure surgery alongside more complex aneurysm and lobectomy procedures. Dr. Rangarajan completed his MBBS from Madras Medical College in 1994, and his MS in General Surgery from Stanley Medical College in 2000, adding DNB, MNAMS, MRCS, and an FNB in Laparoscopic Surgery. He is a member of the Tamil Nadu Medical Council and the National Academy of Medical Sciences, and was awarded the Dr. Venkataswamy Gold Medal at the National Board of Examinations in 2005.
Education & Qualifications
MBBS — Madras Medical College, Dr. MGR Medical University (1994)
MS (General Surgery) — Stanley Medical College, Dr. MGR Medical University (2000)
DNB; MNAMS; MRCS (Royal College of Surgeons)
FNB (Laparoscopic/Minimal Access Surgery), National Board of Examinations
Clinical Career Timeline
Senior Consultant General and Laparoscopic Surgeon — Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai
Also practises at Apollo Hospital, Vanagaram, Chennai
Accreditations & Professional Memberships
Dr. Venkataswamy Gold Medal, National Board of Examinations, 2005
Faculty, FNB (Minimal Access Surgery) programme
16-22 years of dedicated general and laparoscopic surgical practice in Chennai
Languages Spoken
EnglishHindi🌐 Multilingual Interpreter Support Available (Arabic, Russian, French)
Treatments Performed
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Core Speciality
Breast & Thyroid Surgery
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Core Speciality
Appendicectomy
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Core Speciality
Minimal Access Surgery
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Core Speciality
Hernia Repair
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Core Speciality
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
Interventional & Quaternary Procedures3 Procedures
Laparoscopic hernia repairLaparoscopic cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal)Appendectomy and appendicitis treatment
Advanced Diagnostics & Specialized Surgeries3 Procedures
Breast and thyroid surgeryFistula and fissure surgeryAneurysm and lobectomy procedures
Practices At
Apollo Hospital, Greams Road Chennai
21, Greams Lane, Off Greams Road Chennai Tamil Nadu 600006 India
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What to Expect: Quaternary Clinical Procedures
Comparative Benchmarks · India vs US / UKSave 70% – 85% in India
| Procedure | US / UK Estimate | India Package Price | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimally Invasive Specialty Surgery | $42,000 US/UK | $4,800 – $7,200 in India | 85% Less |
| Complex Quaternary Consultation & Workup | $4,500 US/UK | $450 – $800 in India | 84% Less |
| Advanced Robotic / Navigated Surgical Procedure | $58,000 US/UK | $6,500 – $9,800 in India | 84% Less |
| In-Hospital Specialized Recovery & Rehabilitation (7 Days) | $18,000 US/UK | $1,800 – $2,800 in India | 85% Less |
Medical Advisory: Illustrative cost benchmarks include surgeon fees, standard implants/lenses, operation theatre charges, nursing, and standard hospital stay. Final quotes are confirmed by the hospital medical board after reviewing personal clinical scans.
Reviews
Amara Okafor
“Dr. Venkatasubramanian Rangarajan provided an exhaustive clinical consultation. Marlin coordinated all pre-travel scans and hospital admission seamlessly.”
Kareem Al-Mansoor
“Exceptional surgical skill and world-class post-operative care at Apollo Hospital. Highly recommended for international patients.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
1Q: What does Dr. Venkatasubramanian Rangarajan specialise in?
Ans: He specialises in general and laparoscopic surgery, including hernia repair, gallbladder surgery, and minimal access techniques.
2Q: How many years of experience does Dr. Rangarajan have?
Ans: He has approximately 16-22 years of experience in general surgery.
3Q: Does Dr. Rangarajan teach minimal access surgery?
Ans: Yes, he serves as Faculty for the FNB (Minimal Access Surgery) programme, training future laparoscopic surgeons.
4Q: What awards has Dr. Rangarajan received?
Ans: He received the Dr. Venkataswamy Gold Medal at the National Board of Examinations back in 2005.