Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai – India
About Dr. Prabu P
Dr. Prabu P is a distinguished Senior Consultant Hematologist with nearly three decades of clinical experience in diagnosing and managing complex blood disorders. After completing his postgraduate training at a premier medical institute in India, he pursued extensive advanced training in the United Kingdom, where he obtained dual fellowships and specialized certification in hemato-oncology. His practice focuses on a comprehensive range of hematological conditions, including malignant blood cancers and benign coagulation disorders, with a particular emphasis on stem cell transplantation and transfusion medicine.
OPD Schedule Of Dr. Prabu P
Consultation Fees Rs. 1000 /-
Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai
MON
09:30 AM - 01:30 PM
MON
02:30 PM - 05:30 PM
TUE
09:30 AM - 01:30 PM
TUE
02:30 PM - 05:30 PM
WED
09:30 AM - 01:30 PM
WED
02:30 PM - 05:30 PM
THU
09:30 AM - 01:30 PM
THU
02:30 PM - 05:30 PM
FRI
09:30 AM - 01:30 PM
FRI
02:30 PM - 05:30 PM
SAT
09:30 AM - 01:30 PM
SAT
02:30 PM - 05:30 PM
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS – Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Pondicherry (1994)
- MD in General Medicine – Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Pondicherry (1997)
- FRCPath – Fellow of the Royal College of Pathologists, UK (2008)
- CCT – Certificate of Completion of Training in Haemato-Oncology, UK
- Dip RCPath – Diploma from the Royal College of Pathologists, UK
- MRCP – Member of the Royal College of Physicians, UK
- Specialist Registrar Training – Yorkshire Deanery Hematology Program, UK
- Board Certified in Hematology (UK)
- Registered with Tamil Nadu Medical Council
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Hematological Malignancies (Leukemia, Lymphoma, Multiple Myeloma)
- Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (Polycythemia Vera, Essential Thrombocythemia)
- Benign Hematology (Thalassemia, Sickle Cell Disease, Aplastic Anemia)
- Coagulation Disorders (Hemophilia, Von Willebrand Disease)
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
- Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria (PNH)
- Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation (Autologous & Allogeneic)
- Bone Marrow Aspiration and Biopsy
- Intrathecal Chemotherapy Administration
- Apheresis and Transfusion Medicine
- Management of Complex Coagulopathies
- Chemotherapy for Blood Cancers
List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr. Prabu P can be consulted
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
Senior Consultant Hematologist, Department of Hematology, Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai
Past Experience- Consultant Hematologist, Royal Derby Hospital, Derby, United Kingdom (2009–2010)
- Consultant Hematologist, Airedale NHS Trust & Bradford Teaching Hospital NHS Trust, United Kingdom (2006–2009)
- Specialist Registrar in Hematology, Leeds General Infirmary & St James University Hospital, Leeds, United Kingdom (2004–2006)
- Transfusion Medicine/Transplant Coordinator, National Blood Service, Leeds, United Kingdom (2004)
- Specialist Registrar, Bradford Royal Infirmary & Hull Royal Infirmary, United Kingdom (2001–2004)
- Senior House Officer (Hematology), James Paget Hospital, Great Yarmouth, United Kingdom (1999)
Academic & Research Contributions
- Soni, M., Gopalakrishnan, R., Vaishya, R., & Prabu, P. (2020). D-dimer level is a useful predictor for mortality in patients with COVID-19: Analysis of 483 cases. Diabetes & Metabolic Syndrome: Clinical Research & Reviews, 14(6), 2245–2249.
- Prabu, P., & Parapia, L. A. (2006). Bernard-Soulier syndrome in pregnancy. Clinical & Laboratory Haematology, 28(3), 198–201.
Awards & Recognitions
- Fellow of the Royal College of Pathologists (FRCPath), United Kingdom
- Member of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP), United Kingdom
- Recognized for pivotal contributions to the management of bleeding disorders and thrombotic conditions in tertiary care settings
Frequently Asked Questions
Answer: Dr. Prabu P has over 29 years of experience, including more than a decade of specialist training and consultant-level work in the UK's NHS. His qualifications, including the CCT(UK) and FRCPath, along with his expertise in adult and paediatric haematology and BMT, make him a leading specialist.
Answer: Yes, Dr Prabhu has dedicated training and extensive experience in Paediatric Haematology from St. James University Hospital in Leeds, a regional UK centre. He manages conditions like paediatric leukaemias, haemophilia, and thalassaemia in children.
Answer: Dr. Prabu gained significant experience in both autologous and allogeneic Haematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation (BMT) at major transplant centres in the UK, including the tertiary referral centre in Leeds. He is experienced in both adult and paediatric BMT.
Answer: You can book an appointment for an in-person or online consultation with Dr. Prabu P by contacting the Cancer Rounds team. They will assist you with the entire process.
Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai - India
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