3 Best Rheumatologist Doctors in Chennai, TN

Expert-recommended Top 3 Rheumatologist Doctors in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. All of our rheumatologist doctors face a rigorous 50-Point Inspection, which includes customer reviews, history, complaints, ratings, satisfaction, trust, cost and their general excellence. You deserve only the best!

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DR. PADMANABHAN R, MBBS, MD

APOLLO HOSPITAL GREAMS LANE CHENNAI
Room No. 44, Sindoori 21, Greams Lane, Thousand Lights West,
Chennai, TN 600006 Directions

Since 2013

Speciality:

Mitochondrial DNA Depletion Syndrome Multiminicore Disease Rheumatoid Arthritis Psoriatic Arthritis Ankylosing Spondylitis Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Systemic Vasculitis Behçet’s Disease Fibromyalgia Joint Hypermobility Syndrome Mixed Connective Tissue Disease (MCTD) Polyarteritis Nodosa Musculoskeletal Disorders Musculoskeletal Infections Myofibrillar Myopathies Myofascial Syndrome Myonecrosis Myosin Storage Myopathy Myositis

Dr. Padmanabhan R finished his MBBS from Pondicherry University and his MD in General Medicine from All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi. He also did his American Board (A.B) Internal Medicine and American Board (A.B) Rheumatology. He is a proud member of the Tamil Nadu Medical Council, the American Board of Internal Medicine, and the American Board of Medical Specialities. Dr. Padmanabhan R was awarded the K.A. Nair Prize for proficiency in Ophthalmology in 1985. He has over 12 years of experience as a Rheumatologist. He is available at Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road. Dr. Padmanabhan R is fluent in English, Telugu, Tamil, and Hindi.

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Resident Teaching Award, St. Luke’s University Hospital and Health Network - 2013
License 72339

Price:

Consultation Fee ₹1000

Contact:

80690 49756 044 2829 3333

Mon-Sat: 11am - 2pm
Sun: Closed

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9+ YEARS IN TBR
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DR. RAMAKRISHNAN S, MBBS, MD, DM (RHEUMATOLOGY)

APOLLO HOSPITALS 21, Greams Lane, Off Greams Road,
Chennai, TN 600006 Directions

Since 1983

Speciality:

Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment IVIG Arthritis and Pain Management Myositis Sarcoidosis Psoriasis Treatment Scleroderma Treatment Systemic Sclerosis Arthritis Management Gout Treatment Rheumatism Treatment Ankylosing Spondylitis Treatment Articular Pain Treatment Fibromyalgia Treatment Rehabilitation Reumatologica

"Dr. Ramakrishnan S completed his MBBS from Madras University, Chennai, India, in 1980, his MD in General Medicine from Madras University, Chennai, India, in 1983 and DM in Rheumatology from The Tamil Nadu Dr M.G.R. Medical University (TNMGRMU) in 1993. He is an accomplished doctor with life memberships in numerous Indian and global medical and rheumatology associations. He has over 46 years of experience in the field. He has trained in the diagnosis of anti-phospholipid antibody-related pregnancy loss, rheumatic diseases associated with pregnancy, and IgG4-related diseases. Dr. Ramakrishnan S has published thirty-eight articles in numerous national and international journals. He is a member of the Tamil Nadu Medical Council. Dr. Ramakrishnan S is available at Apollo Hospitals. He is fluent in English, Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil.

2026 Update: Dr. Ramakrishnan S is a member of the Association of Physicians of India (API) and the Asia Pacific League Against Rheumatism. Book an instant online appointment with him at Apollo Hospitals for personalised care."

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License 32916

Price:

Consultation Fee ₹600

Contact:

  • appointment@apollohospitals.com
80629 70624

Mon-Sat: 12pm - 6pm
Sun: Closed

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9+ YEARS IN TBR
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DR. S. SHAM, MBBS, MD, DM

SHAM'S RHEUMATIC CARE CENTRE
344/107, Lakshmanaswamy Salai, Next to Punjab National Bank, Goutham Colony, KK Nagar West,
Chennai, TN 600078 Directions

Since 2014

Speciality:

Lab Investigation Vasculitis Dermatomyositis Polymyositis Overlap Syndromes Mixed Connective Tissue Disorder Sjogren’s Syndrome Localised Scleroderma Morphea Systemic Sclerosis Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Osteoporosis Osteoarthritis Gout Spondyloarthropathy Rheumatoid Arthritis

"Dr. S. Sham completed his MBBS from PSG Institute of Medical Science & Research in 2005, MD in General Medicine from Kasturba Medical College in 2009 and DM in Rheumatology from Madras Medical College, Chennai, in 2014. He also did his fellowship at Queen’s Medical College, Nottingham University, U.K. He is a member of the Indian Rheumatology Association, the Association of Physicians of India, the Indian Medical Association (IMA), and the Tamil Nadu Medical Council. He is experienced in intra-articular, intralesional injections and musculoskeletal ultrasound. He has published in several journals and is currently the Associate Editor of the Indian Journal of Rheumatology. Dr. Sham also develops awareness by leading periodic CMEs and awareness programmes for specialists and patients. Dr. S. Sham is available at SHAM's Rheumatic Care Centre. He is fluent in English, Hindi, Kannada and Tamil.

2026 Update: Dr. S. Sham has 8 years of experience in this field and also practices at Gleneagles Global Health City, Perumbakkam, and Vijay Hospital, Vadapalani."

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License 76648

Price:

Consultation Fees ₹500

Contact:

73388 14138 95665 23330

Mon-Sat: 5pm - 9pm
Sun: Closed

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