About Dr. Vishnu Ramanujan
Dr. Vishnu Ramanujan is a highly distinguished and leading Orthopaedic Oncologist in India, with over 8 years of specialised experience in managing complex musculoskeletal cancers. He is recognised for his exceptional surgical skills in removing primary bone tumours and soft tissue sarcomas, as well as his expertise in treating metastatic bone diseases. He is a top orthopaedic cancer specialist dedicated to advancing the field through innovative techniques like 3D printed implants and limb salvage surgeries, ensuring comprehensive and patient-centric care for individuals across all age groups.
Qualifications & Credentials
- MBBS
- Dip. Orthopaedics
- DNB Orthopaedics
- Orthopaedics Oncology (TATA Memorial Hospital) – 2014
- Member of Tamil Nadu Orthopaedic Association
- Member of Indian Musculoskeletal Oncology Society
- Member of International Society of Limb Sparing Surgeons
Areas of Expertise
- Primary Bone Tumours (malignant and benign aggressive)
- Soft Tissue Sarcomas
- Metastatic Bone Diseases
- Paediatric Limb Salvage Surgeries
- 3D Printed Implants and Patient-Specific Instrumentation
- Tumour Mega Prosthesis Reconstruction
- Minimally invasive surgeries for benign bone tumours
- Limb salvage surgeries in benign and malignant primary tumours of bone and soft tissue sarcomas of limb
- Paediatric limb salvage surgeries with a focus on biological reconstruction
- 3D Printed Implants and patient-specific instrumentation
- Tumour mega prosthesis reconstruction and use of alloprosthetic composites
- Surgical Management of metastatic bone diseases
Professional Experience
- Current Affiliations:
- Consultant – Orthopaedic Oncology, Apollo Cancer Centre, Chennai
- Consultant – Musculo-skeletal Oncologist, Apollo Proton Cancer Centre, Chennai
- Past Affiliations:
- Assistant Professor in Orthopaedic Oncology, Cancer Institute, Adyar, Chennai
- Senior Resident in Bone and Soft Tissue Unit, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai
- Senior Resident in the Department of Orthopaedics, KMCH, Coimbatore
- Published numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals
- Contributed to books and chapters in the field of Orthopaedic Oncology
- Participated in various poster and paper presentations at National and International Conferences
- Recipient of Best Research Paper awards at Traumacon 2011, IMSOS 2016, and TNOACON 2016
- Winner of the annual postgraduate travelling fellowship awarded by the Tamil Nadu Orthopaedic Association
Awards & Recognitions
- Best Research Paper Award at Traumacon 2011
- Best Research Paper Award at IMSOS 2016
- Best Research Paper Award at TNOACON 2016
- Winner of the Annual Post Graduate Travelling Fellowship awarded by the Tamil Nadu Orthopaedic Association
Research & Publications
- "Malignant granular cell tumour of the hamstring muscles" - BMJ Case Reports (September 2025)
- "Free Vascularized Epiphyseal Transfer of Fibula Following Proximal Humerus Excision: Point of Surgical Technique" - Indian Journal of Surgical Oncology (October 2023)
- "Primary Intraosseous Synovial Sarcoma: Experience from a Tertiary Cancer Center" - South Asian Journal of Cancer (August 2023)
- "Single-Stage Free Flap Reconstruction Following Extremity Sarcoma Resection: a Regional Cancer Center Experience" - Indian Journal of Surgical Oncology (February 2023)
- "In Situ Preparation for Nerve Preservation in Extremity Soft Tissue Sarcoma. Point of Surgical Technique" - Indian Journal of Surgical Oncology (July 2021)
- "Outcomes of Vascular Resection and Reconstruction in Extremity Soft Tissue Sarcoma and Bone Tumors" - Vascular Specialist International (March 2021)
- "Pulmonary metastasectomy in primary extremity osteosarcoma: Choosing wisely, along with a brief review of literature" - Indian Journal of Cancer (May 2020)
- "The Challenge in the Management of Extremity Fibromatoses: Our Experience" - Indian Journal of Surgical Oncology (December 2018)
Patient Success Stories & Testimonials
- Dr. Ramanujan is proficient in complex limb salvage surgeries, offering alternatives to amputation for many patients with bone and soft tissue tumours. His use of advanced techniques like 3D printed implants has significantly improved patient outcomes and quality of life.
Treatment Approach & Philosophy
Treatment Costs
| Treatment Type | Cost in INR (approx.) | Cost in USD (approx.) |
| Limb Salvage Surgery | ₹5,00,000 - ₹15,00,000 | $6,000 - $18,000 |
| Tumour Mega Prosthesis Reconstruction | ₹7,00,000 - ₹20,00,000 | $8,500 - $24,000 |
| Surgery for Benign Bone Tumours | ₹2,00,000 - ₹6,00,000 | $2,500 - $7,500 |
| Surgical Management of Metastatic Bone Disease | ₹3,00,000 - ₹10,00,000 | $3,500 - $12,000 |









