About Dr. R Jayakrishnan
Dr. R. Jayakrishnan is a Consultant Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, with over 23 years of clinical experience. He completed his MBBS from Madras Medical College (2001), MS from Stanley Medical College (2008), MCh (Vascular Surgery) from Madras Medical College (2017), and a Senior Clinical Fellowship in Vascular & Endovascular Surgery at King's College Hospital, London, UK (2018) — one of the UK's premier diabetic foot and vascular centres.
- 23+ years of clinical experience; MCh (Vascular Surgery) — Madras Medical College (2017)
- Senior Clinical Fellow — Vascular & Endovascular Surgery, King's College Hospital, London, UK (2018)
- MRCS (Edinburgh) — Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh
- 99% patient recommendation rate (aggregated review data)
- Specialises in diabetic foot management, limb salvage, carotid surgery, and haemodialysis access
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Madras Medical College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India — 2001
- MS (General Surgery) — Stanley Medical College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India — 2008
- MCh (Vascular Surgery) — Institute of Vascular Surgery, Madras Medical College, Chennai — 2017
Fellowships & Special Training
- MRCS — Member, Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, UK
- Senior Clinical Fellow in Vascular & Endovascular Surgery — King's College Hospital, London, UK — March–December 2018 (9 months)
- Observership — Vascular Surgery, Sri Chitra Thirunal Institute of Medical Sciences, Trivandrum — February–March 2017
Certifications & Accreditations
- Tamil Nadu Medical Council Registration
- MRCS — Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh
- Vascular Society of India — Member
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Diabetic Foot Disease & Limb-Threatening Ischaemia
- Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD)
- Aortic Aneurysms (AAA)
- Carotid Artery Disease & Stroke Prevention
- Varicose Veins & Venous Disorders
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency & DVT
- Haemodialysis Access (AV Fistula / Graft)
- Vascular Trauma
Sub-specialties
- Diabetic Foot Management: UK-trained at King's College Hospital — one of the world's foremost centres for diabetic foot vascular care — with expertise in open and endovascular interventions to prevent amputation in diabetic limb-threatening ischaemia.
- Endovascular & Minimally Invasive Vascular Procedures: Peripheral angioplasty and stenting, foam sclerotherapy for varicose veins, EVLA — offering minimally invasive solutions for patients seeking the best vascular surgeon in Chennai, India.
- Carotid Surgery & Stroke Prevention: Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) and Carotid Stenting for carotid artery stenosis — reducing secondary stroke risk.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Open Vascular Surgery (Bypass, Endarterectomy)
- Peripheral Angioplasty & Stenting
- Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) & Carotid Stenting
- Femoro-Distal Bypass with Vein / Synthetic Graft
- Endovenous Laser Ablation (EVLA) for Varicose Veins
- Foam Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
- Haemodialysis AV Fistula & Graft Creation / Salvage
- EVAR (Endovascular Aortic Repair)
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Appasamy Hospitals, Arumbakkam, Chennai — Consultant Vascular Surgeon (January 2019 – Present)
- Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre, Chromepet, Chennai — Visiting Consultant Vascular Surgeon (Present)
- MGM Health Care, Chennai — Visiting Consultant (Present)
- Apollo Medical Centre, Annanagar, Chennai — Consultant Vascular Surgeon (Present)
Past Affiliations
- King's College Hospital, London, UK — Senior Clinical Fellow, Vascular & Endovascular Surgery — March–December 2018
- Govt. Omanthurar Multispeciality Hospital, Chennai — Registrar, Vascular Surgery — August 2017–February 2018
- Stanley Medical College, Chennai — MS General Surgery Training — 2005–2008
- Madras Medical College — MBBS Training (1996–2001) & MCh Vascular Surgery (2014–2017)
Academic & Research Roles
- Contributions to vascular surgery research — specific publications not publicly indexed
- Member of multidisciplinary diabetic foot management teams in Chennai
Key Achievements
- Senior Clinical Fellowship at King's College Hospital, London — UK's premier diabetic foot and vascular centre (2018)
- 99% patient recommendation rate (aggregated review data)
- MRCS — Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh
- 23+ years of vascular surgery experience covering the full spectrum of vascular conditions
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Information not publicly available.
Professional Memberships
- Vascular Society of India
- Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh (MRCS)
- Tamil Nadu Medical Council
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Information not publicly indexed. Dr. Jayakrishnan has participated in research work and workshops in Vascular Surgery.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Diabetic foot — endovascular outcomes in limb salvage
- Carotid artery disease management and stroke prevention
- Minimally invasive venous disease management
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Vascular Surgery Consultation | ₹800 – ₹1,500 | $10 – $18 |
| Peripheral Angioplasty & Stenting | ₹1,00,000 – ₹3,50,000 | $1,200 – $4,200 |
| Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) | ₹1,50,000 – ₹3,00,000 | $1,800 – $3,600 |
| EVLA / Foam Sclerotherapy (Varicose Veins) | ₹40,000 – ₹1,00,000 | $480 – $1,200 |
| AV Fistula Creation (Dialysis Access) | ₹50,000 – ₹1,20,000 | $600 – $1,440 |
*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. R. Jayakrishnan use in Vascular Surgery treatment?
Dr. R. Jayakrishnan uses advanced endovascular and open vascular surgery techniques including peripheral angioplasty and stenting, EVLA for varicose veins, foam sclerotherapy, carotid endarterectomy, EVAR, and AV fistula creation — refined through a Senior Clinical Fellowship at King's College Hospital, London (2018), one of the world's leading centres for vascular and diabetic foot surgery.
2. What conditions does Dr. R. Jayakrishnan specialise in treating?
Dr. Jayakrishnan specialises in vascular surgery — treating diabetic foot disease, peripheral arterial disease, aortic aneurysms, carotid stenosis and stroke prevention, varicose veins, venous disorders, haemodialysis access, and vascular trauma — for patients seeking the best vascular surgeon in Chennai, India.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. R. Jayakrishnan?
Appointments with Dr. R. Jayakrishnan 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. R. Jayakrishnan?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. R. Jayakrishnan, 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. R. Jayakrishnan offer second opinions for Vascular Surgery cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients seeking expert Vascular Surgery review from a specialist in Chennai, India.
