Dr. Surendran R

About Dr. Surendran R

• Dr. Surendran R is a renowned Surgical Gastroenterologist with over 32 years of dedicated experience.
• He has a wide range of experience treating from minor complaints such as acid reflux, bloating, and constipation to more severe illnesses such as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), Crohn's disease, liver cirrhosis, and cancer.
• He is credited with pioneering successful liver transplants, the first of its kind in the government sector in India, and establishing the Cadaver Maintenance Programme, a groundbreaking initiative globally.
• He received several awards for his contributions, including recognition as the Best Doctor by the Tamil Nadu Government in 2002 and a special mention award in 2010.
• He was honored with a D. Sc (Hon) degree from Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. University.
• His education background includes an MBBS from Stanley Medical College & Hospital, Chennai, in 1975; an M.S. from Stanley Medical College & Hospital, Chennai, in 1979; and an MCh - Surgical Gastroenterology / G.I. Surgery from Madras Medical College in 1990. 
• He is an active member of various professional organizations, including the Association of Surgeons of India, Tamil Nadu Medical Council, Asian Surgical Leaders Forum, National Academy of Medical Sciences, Indian Society of Oncology, Association of Colorectal Surgeons of India, Indian Association of SGE, Indian Chapter of Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Society, and International Gastro-Surgical Club.

Education

• MBBS - Stanley Medical College & Hospital , Chennai, 1976
• MS - General Surgery - Stanley Medical College & Hospital , Chennai, 1979
• MCh - Surgical Gastroenterology/G.I. Surgery - Madras Medical College, Chennai, 1990

Past Experience

• Director, Stanley Medical Government College and Hospital
• Director, Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai