About Dr. Barani Rathinavelu
Dr. Barani Rathinavelu is a Senior Consultant Spine Surgeon in Chennai, India, with over 17 years of clinical experience. JIPMER, CMC Vellore, France, South Korea, Japan, and USA fellowship-trained, he is widely recognised for his expertise in spine oncology, complex spinal deformity, minimally invasive spine surgery, and navigated spine procedures, with a 96% patient recommendation rate.
- 17+ years of experience in spine surgery and orthopaedics
- MS (Orthopaedics) from JIPMER, Puducherry, 2008; DNB Orthopedic Surgery 2009; MNAMS
- MRCS — Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, UK, 2015
- Fellowships in Spine Surgery in France (CHU Bordeaux), South Korea (KUMC, Yonsei, Wooridul), Japan (Sendai), and USA (University of Michigan)
- 96% patient recommendation rate; Tamil Nadu Medical Council Reg No. 72396
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry, India, 2003
- MS (Orthopaedics) — Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry, India, 2008
- DNB (Orthopedic Surgery) — National Board of Examinations, India, 2009
Fellowships & Special Training
- MNAMS — Member, National Academy of Medical Sciences, New Delhi
- MRCS — Member, Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, UK, 2015
- Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Spine Surgery — Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore, India
- IGASS Spine Fellowship — CHU Bordeaux, France
- Fellowship in Complex Spinal Deformity — KUMC Guro University, Yonsei University, and Wooridul Hospital, South Korea
- Prof. Kokobun Geriatric Fellowship — Sendai, Japan
- Indo-American Spine Alliance Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Fellowship — Taubmann Centre, University of Michigan, USA
Certifications & Accreditations
- Tamil Nadu Medical Council Registration No. 72396 (2003)
- Member — Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, UK
- Member — Association of Spine Surgeons of India (ASSI)
- Member — North American Spine Society
- Member — Association of Spinal Cord Network
- Member — Indian Orthopaedic Association (IOA)
- Member — Tamil Nadu Orthopaedic Association
- Member — National Academy of Medical Sciences, New Delhi
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Spine Oncology / Spinal Tumours
- Spinal Deformity (Scoliosis, Kyphosis, Flatback Syndrome)
- Tubercular Spondylitis
- Spinal Disc Disease (Cervical, Thoracic, Lumbar)
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Geriatric Spine Disorders
- Spinal Trauma
- Failed Back Syndrome
- Sciatica and Radiculopathy
- Cervical Disc Disease
- Atlanto-Axial Disorders
Sub-specialties
- Spine Oncology: Specialist in spinal tumour surgery — making him a sought-after spine surgeon specialist in Chennai, India.
- Geriatric Spine Care: Japan-trained specialist in elderly spine surgery.
- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS): University of Michigan and South Korea-trained specialist.
- Navigated Spine Surgeries: Computer-assisted spinal procedures.
- Complex Spinal Deformity Correction: South Korea-trained specialist in scoliosis and high-grade spondylolisthesis.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Spinal Tumour Excision (Spine Oncology)
- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
- Navigated Spine Surgery
- Spinal Disc Surgery (Cervical, Thoracic, Lumbar)
- Spinal Fusion (Cervical, Thoracic, Lumbar)
- Spinal Deformity Correction (Scoliosis Correction)
- Neck and Spine Biopsy
- Spine Trauma Stabilisation
- Tubercular Spondylitis Surgery (Extended Posterior Circumferential Decompression)
- McKinzie Treatment for Spine
- Geriatric Spine Procedures
- Cervical Disc Replacement
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai, India — Consultant Spine Surgeon (Since 2017, Present)
- Apollo Speciality Hospitals, Vanagaram, Chennai, India — Consultant Spine Surgeon (Present)
- Apollo Proton Cancer Hospitals, Tharamani, Chennai, India — Consultant Spine Surgeon (Present)
- CTS Speciality Hospitals, Anna Nagar 4th Avenue, Chennai, India — Consultant Spine Surgeon (Present)
- Billroth Hospitals, Shenoy Nagar, Chennai, India — Consultant Spine Surgeon (Present)
- VS Hospitals, Kilpauk, Chennai, India — Consultant Spine Surgeon (Present)
- Apollo Spectra Hospitals, MRC Nagar, Raja Annamalai Puram, Chennai, India — Consultant Spine Surgeon (Present)
- Chennai Spine and Scoliosis Clinic, Adyar, Chennai, India — Founder Director (Present)
- New Medical Centre (NMC), Puducherry, India — Visiting Consultant (Present)
Past Affiliations
- Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore, India — Post-Doctoral Fellow in Spine Surgery
- Multiple senior consultancy positions across leading Chennai hospitals during the past 17 years
Academic & Research Roles
- Active speaker at AO Spine, ASSI, and international spine surgery conferences
- Active researcher with publications in spine oncology, complex spinal deformity, and minimally invasive spine surgery
Key Achievements
- 17+ years of clinical experience in spine surgery
- Dr. Vijayakumar Award (Best PG Student)
- MOH Kuthoos Maraikar Gold Medal
- 96% patient recommendation rate from verified Apollo 24/7 reviews
- Multilingual practitioner — fluent in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Bengali
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Dr. Vijayakumar Award — Best PG Student
- MOH Kuthoos Maraikar Gold Medal
Professional Memberships
- Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, UK
- Association of Spine Surgeons of India (ASSI)
- North American Spine Society
- Association of Spinal Cord Network
- Indian Orthopaedic Association (IOA)
- Tamil Nadu Orthopaedic Association
- National Academy of Medical Sciences, New Delhi
- Tamil Nadu Medical Council
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Yang JH, Barani R, Bhandarkar AW, Suh SW, Hong JY, Modi HN. "Changes in the Spinopelvic Parameters of Elite Weight Lifters." Clinical Journal of Sport Medicine. 2014 Jul;24(4):343-50.
- Rathinavelu B, Arockiaraj J, Krishnan V, Amritanand R, Sundararaj GD. "The Extended Posterior Circumferential Decompression Technique in the Management of Tubercular Spondylitis with and without Paraplegia."
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Spine oncology surgical outcomes
- Geriatric spine care and outcomes
- Minimally invasive and navigated spine surgery
- Complex spinal deformity correction
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Spine Surgery Consultation | ₹1,000 – ₹2,000 | $12 – $24 |
| Spinal Tumour Excision (Oncology) | ₹3,00,000 – ₹6,50,000 | $3,600 – $7,800 |
| Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery | ₹2,50,000 – ₹4,50,000 | $3,000 – $5,400 |
| Spinal Deformity Correction (Scoliosis) | ₹4,50,000 – ₹9,00,000 | $5,400 – $10,800 |
| Cervical / Lumbar Spinal Fusion | ₹3,00,000 – ₹6,00,000 | $3,600 – $7,200 |
| Navigated Spine Surgery | ₹3,50,000 – ₹6,50,000 | $4,200 – $7,800 |
*Indicative estimates only. Actual costs subject to hospital pricing, case complexity, and insurance. Contact Cancer Rounds for a personalised quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What advanced technologies does Dr. Barani Rathinavelu use in Spine Surgeon treatment?
Dr. Barani Rathinavelu uses advanced minimally invasive spine surgery platforms, computer-navigated spine surgery systems, modern intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring, and contemporary spinal deformity correction instrumentation learned during his France, South Korea, Japan, and USA fellowships.
2. What conditions does Dr. Barani Rathinavelu specialize in treating?
Dr. Barani Rathinavelu specialises in spine oncology, complex spinal deformity, herniated disc, spinal stenosis, spondylolisthesis, geriatric spine disorders, tubercular spondylitis, and spinal trauma — making him a sought-after spine surgeon specialist in Chennai, India and best spine surgeon doctor in India for spine oncology and complex deformity correction.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Barani Rathinavelu?
Appointments with Dr. Barani Rathinavelu can be booked directly through the Cancer Rounds website or by contacting their international patient department for priority scheduling.
4. Can international patients receive treatment from Dr. Barani Rathinavelu?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Barani Rathinavelu, including medical visa invitation letters, airport transfers, and local accommodation coordination.
5. What support is available for international patients?
International patients benefit from a dedicated concierge service provided by Cancer Rounds, including language interpretation, financial counselling, and pre-travel virtual consultations to review medical records before arrival.
6. Does Dr. Barani Rathinavelu offer second opinions for Spine Surgeon cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations with Dr. Barani Rathinavelu can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for international patients seeking expert review of spinal tumour, scoliosis, complex deformity, herniated disc, or geriatric spine cases from a senior internationally-trained Spine Surgeon in Chennai, India.
