Thirty years of clinical Expertise

Dr. Ravikumar R.,

About Doctor

Dr. Ravikumar R is a distinguished Interventional Radiologist practicing at Apollo Hospitals (Greams Road) and Apollo Speciality Hospitals (Teynampet), Chennai. With over 30+ years of dedicated clinical experience, he is widely recognized for his expertise in minimally invasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.

Holding advanced qualifications including a PhD and multiple fellowships (FIAMS, FICS), Dr. Ravikumar combines high-level academic rigor with compassionate patient care. He is fluent in multiple languages, allowing him to effectively communicate with and care for a diverse patient demographic.

MBBS, DMRD, DMRE, DNB, PhD, FIAMS, FICS

Senior Consultant – Interventional Radiology

Clinical Philosophy & Approach

  • Patient-Centric Care: Every treatment plan is tailored to the unique medical history and individual health needs of the patient.

  • Empowerment Through Education: Dr. Ravikumar believes in thoroughly explaining conditions and procedure options, empowering patients to make informed decisions about their healthcare.

  • Multidisciplinary Collaboration: He works closely with surgical, medical, and oncology teams to ensure holistic and comprehensive long-term health management.

Why Choose Dr. R.Ravikumar

Delivering precision diagnosis and non-surgical targeted interventions with a supportive, patient-first approach.

  • Minimally Invasive Expertise: Advanced non-surgical techniques that offer faster recovery and minimal downtime.

  • Trusted Experience: Over two decades of proven outcomes at top tertiary care centers in Chennai.

  • Comprehensive Care: Dedicated to continuous medical advancement and evidence-based treatment strategies.

Professional Milestones

Rigorous medical credentials

A career dedicated to clinical excellence, global training, and the advancement of minimally invasive therapies across India.

Global training

Clinical leadership

3,500 interventions

Trained at premier international medical institutions in advanced image-guided interventional radiology.

Over three decades of active clinical practice directing non-surgical departments in major metros.

Successfully diverted thousands of patients from major surgical procedures to pinhole recovery.

Our Clinical Philosophy

Avoidable surgery is preventable

Every patient deserves a clinical second opinion. We focus exclusively on evidence-based diversion, using high-precision diagnostics to treat the root cause without major incisions.

Close-up of high-tech medical imaging screens displaying precise diagnostics inside a sterile clinical suite, cool blue tones, soft natural light.
Close-up of high-tech medical imaging screens displaying precise diagnostics inside a sterile clinical suite, cool blue tones, soft natural light.
The Foundation

Pioneering the pinhole standard

Dr. Ravikumar established this specialized consultation practice after witnessing the physical and financial toll of avoidable major surgeries on Indian families.

By bringing advanced, image-guided therapies directly to patients, we provide a safe, hospital-free alternative that prioritizes long-term health and rapid recovery.