KIMS Global, Trivandrum – India
About Dr. Ranjith Unnikrishnan
Dr. Ranjith Unnikrishnan is a Consultant Orthopaedic and Spine Surgeon with over 20 years of clinical experience, specialising in minimally invasive spine surgery, spinal deformity surgery, spinal tumour surgery, endoscopic spine surgery and orthopaedic trauma in Trivandrum.
- 20+ years of clinical experience in orthopaedics and spine surgery
- MBBS from a premier central Indian university in Mumbai (1997); Diploma in Orthopaedics (2002) and MS in Orthopaedics (2004) from the same university; DNB qualified
- International Fellowship in Spine Surgery, Japan (FMISS Korea), and Indo-British Travelling Fellowship, UK (2016)
- Past President of the Trivandrum Spine Society and Executive Committee Member of the Association of Spine Surgeons of India
- Global Outreach Scholarship Award of SRS USA (2015) and Gold Medal & Best Paper Award at KOACON Palakkad (2010)
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Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — University of Bombay, Mumbai, India, 1997
- Diploma (Orthopaedics) — University of Bombay, Mumbai, India, 2002
- MS (Orthopaedics) — University of Bombay, Mumbai, India, 2004
- DNB — National Board of Examinations, India
Fellowships & Special Training
- FCPS (Fellowship of College of Physicians and Surgeons), India
- Fellowship in Spine Surgery — Japan
- FMISS — Korea (Fellowship in Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery)
- Indo-British Travelling Fellowship — United Kingdom, 2016
- Specialised training in Spinal Deformity Surgery (Adult & Paediatric)
- Specialised training in Endoscopic Spine Surgery
- Specialised training in Musculoskeletal Cancer Surgery
Certifications & Accreditations
- Kerala State Medical Council Registration
- Indian Orthopaedic Association — Life Member
- Association of Spine Surgeons of India (ASSI) — Life Member, Executive Committee Member
- AO Spine — Gold Member
- North American Spine Society — Member
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) — Member
- Kerala Orthopaedic Association — Life Member
- Bombay Orthopaedic Society — Life Member
- AOSPINE Asia Pacific — Delegate
- Trivandrum Spine Society — Past President
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Cervical Disc Herniation
- Thoracic Disc Herniation
- Lumbar Disc Herniation
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spinal Deformity (Scoliosis, Kyphosis — Adult & Paediatric)
- Spinal Tumours (Primary & Metastatic)
- Spinal Tuberculosis (Pott's Spine)
- Spinal Trauma & Fractures
- Orthopaedic Trauma (Long Bone Fractures)
- Musculoskeletal Cancers
- Back Pain & Neck Pain
- Sciatica
- Failed Back Surgery Syndrome
Sub-specialties
- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS): Microdiscectomy and minimally invasive spinal fusion — a leading Orthopaedics and Spine Surgery specialist in Trivandrum, India for minimally invasive spine procedures.
- Spinal Deformity Surgery (Adult & Paediatric): Scoliosis and kyphosis correction — trusted as the best Orthopaedics, Spine Surgeon doctor in India for spinal deformity surgery.
- Spinal Tumour Surgery: Resection of primary and metastatic spinal tumours.
- Endoscopic Spine Surgery: Microdiscectomy and endoscopic decompression.
- Orthopaedic Trauma: Tertiary-level spine trauma and long-bone trauma management.
- Musculoskeletal Cancer Surgery: Bone and soft-tissue tumour surgery.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Microdiscectomy (Cervical & Lumbar)
- Endoscopic Spine Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Spinal Fusion
- Anterior Cervical Discectomy & Fusion (ACDF)
- Posterior Cervical Surgery
- Laminectomy & Decompression for Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Deformity Correction (Scoliosis / Kyphosis)
- Spinal Tumour Resection
- Vertebroplasty & Kyphoplasty
- Major Reconstructive Spine Surgery for TB, Tumours & Deformity
- Tertiary-Level Spine Trauma Surgery
- Long-Bone Fracture Surgery
- Non-Operative Management of Spinal Ailments
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Consultant Orthopaedic & Spine Surgeon — KIMSHEALTH Hospital, Trivandrum, Kerala, India (Present)
Past Affiliations
- Assistant Professor, Orthopaedics & Spine Surgery — Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, Kochi, India
- Senior Registrar / Junior Consultant at multiple leading Indian hospitals
Academic & Research Roles
- Past President — Trivandrum Spine Society
- Executive Committee Member — Association of Spine Surgeons of India
- Delegate — AOSPINE Asia Pacific
- Frequent speaker at national and international spine workshops, symposia and postgraduate teaching courses
- Author of multiple national and international publications on spine surgery
- Developer of a comprehensive non-operative programme for spinal ailment management
Key Achievements
- 20+ years of clinical experience in orthopaedics and spine surgery
- Indo-British Travelling Fellowship, UK (2016)
- Global Outreach Scholarship Award — Scoliosis Research Society (SRS), USA, 2015
- Gold Medal & Best Paper Award — KOACON Palakkad, 2010
- President's Award in Scouting from the President of India
- AO Spine Gold Member
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Indo-British Travelling Fellowship — United Kingdom, 2016
- Global Outreach Scholarship Award — Scoliosis Research Society (SRS), USA, 2015
- Gold Medal & Best Paper Award — KOACON Palakkad, 2010
- President's Award in Scouting from the President of India
Professional Memberships
- Indian Orthopaedic Association — Life Member
- Association of Spine Surgeons of India (ASSI) — Life Member & Executive Committee Member
- AO Spine — Gold Member
- North American Spine Society
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)
- Kerala Orthopaedic Association — Life Member
- Bombay Orthopaedic Society — Life Member
- Trivandrum Spine Society — Past President
- AOSPINE Asia Pacific — Delegate
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Multiple peer-reviewed national and international publications on spine surgery, spinal deformity, minimally invasive spine surgery and musculoskeletal cancer surgery
- Frequent contributor to national and international spine workshops, symposia and postgraduate teaching courses
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Minimally invasive spine surgery outcomes
- Spinal deformity correction (adult & paediatric)
- Spinal tumour surgery
- Non-operative management of spinal ailments
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Orthopaedic / Spine Consultation | ₹800 – ₹2,000 | $10 – $24 |
| Lumbar Microdiscectomy | ₹1,80,000 – ₹3,80,000 | $2,160 – $4,560 |
| Cervical Microdiscectomy / ACDF | ₹2,50,000 – ₹5,00,000 | $3,000 – $6,000 |
| Endoscopic Spine Surgery | ₹2,80,000 – ₹5,50,000 | $3,360 – $6,600 |
| Minimally Invasive Spinal Fusion | ₹3,80,000 – ₹7,50,000 | $4,560 – $9,000 |
| Spinal Deformity Correction (Scoliosis) | ₹5,50,000 – ₹12,00,000 | $6,600 – $14,400 |
| Spinal Tumour Resection | ₹4,50,000 – ₹10,00,000 | $5,400 – $12,000 |
| Vertebroplasty / Kyphoplasty | ₹1,80,000 – ₹3,50,000 | $2,160 – $4,200 |
| Long-Bone Fracture Surgery | ₹1,50,000 – ₹3,50,000 | $1,800 – $4,200 |
*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. Ranjith Unnikrishnan use in Orthopaedics and Spine Surgery treatment?
Dr. Ranjith Unnikrishnan uses cutting-edge spine surgical techniques including cervical and lumbar microdiscectomy, endoscopic spine surgery, minimally invasive spinal fusion, anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF), posterior cervical surgery, laminectomy and decompression for spinal stenosis, spinal deformity correction for scoliosis and kyphosis, spinal tumour resection, vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty, major reconstructive spine surgery for TB/tumours/deformity, tertiary-level spine trauma surgery and a comprehensive non-operative programme for spinal ailments. Virtual consultations and remote second opinions are available to international patients through Cancer Rounds.
2. What conditions does Dr. Ranjith Unnikrishnan specialize in treating?
Dr. Ranjith Unnikrishnan is a specialist Orthopaedics, Spine Surgeon treating cervical, thoracic and lumbar disc herniation, spinal stenosis, spondylolisthesis, spinal deformity (scoliosis, kyphosis in adults and children), spinal tumours (primary and metastatic), spinal tuberculosis (Pott's spine), spinal trauma, orthopaedic trauma, long-bone fractures, musculoskeletal cancers, back pain, neck pain, sciatica and failed back surgery syndrome. International patients seek him as a leading Orthopaedics and Spine Surgery specialist in Trivandrum, India.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Ranjith Unnikrishnan?
Appointments with Dr. Ranjith Unnikrishnan 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. Ranjith Unnikrishnan?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Ranjith Unnikrishnan, 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. Ranjith Unnikrishnan offer second opinions for Orthopaedics and Spine Surgery cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations with Dr. Ranjith Unnikrishnan can be arranged through Cancer Rounds — especially valuable for international patients evaluating complex spinal deformity surgery (scoliosis), spinal tumour resection, minimally invasive spine surgery or failed back surgery syndrome with an internationally trained Orthopaedics, Spine Surgeon specialist in Trivandrum, India.
