Dr Raghavendra Ramanjulu
MBBS, MD, MSc (Palliative Medicine – Cardiff, UK), Fellowship in Pain Management (Singapore and USA)
Consultant Pain and Palliative Care Specialist
Dr. Raghavendra Ramanjulu is a nationally and internationally recognised Pain and Palliative Medicine specialist currently serving as Lead Consultant – Palliative Medicine & Rehabilitation Services at Aster CMI Hospital
With extensive training across India, Singapore, the United Kingdom, and the United States, he brings deep expertise in complex pain syndromes, advanced cancer pain management, palliative rehabilitation, and end-of-life care.
He is widely respected for integrating interventional pain techniques with holistic palliative care, ensuring dignity, comfort, and improved quality of life for patients with serious illnesses.
Academic Background & International Training
Dr. Ramanjulu completed his:
- MBBS from Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Medical College, Bangalore
- MD in Anaesthesiology from Shree Siddhartha Medical College, Tumkur (2006)
- Senior Residency in Neuroanaesthesia at National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS), Bangalore
He subsequently pursued advanced super-specialised training in:
- Fellowship in Chronic Pain Management – Postgraduate Medical Institute, Singapore General Hospital
- Fellowship in Interventional Pain Management – World Institute of Pain, USA
- Diploma in Palliative Medicine
- MSc in Palliative Medicine – Cardiff University
He was also an ISSP-sponsored Fellow at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi, and completed certification courses with the Indian Association of Palliative Care.
His global exposure reflects his commitment to bringing international standards of pain and palliative care to Indian clinical practice.
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Ramanjulu specialises in comprehensive, interdisciplinary management of complex pain and life-limiting illnesses.
Pain Management
- Complex intractable pain syndromes
- Advanced cancer pain interventions
- Interventional pain procedures
- Multimodal pharmacological pain management
- Intrathecal analgesia techniques
Palliative Medicine
- Symptom management in advanced illness
- End-of-life care planning
- Home-based palliative care models
- Psychosocial and supportive care integration
Rehabilitation & Supportive Care
- Palliative rehabilitation
- Functional recovery support
- Extended care at home
- Continuity of care programs
He is particularly known for integrating early specialist palliative care into cancer treatment pathways to improve patient outcomes.
Leadership & Professional Roles
Dr. Ramanjulu plays a key leadership role in advancing pain and palliative medicine in India.
Editorial & Academic Positions
- Editor – Indian Journal of Palliative Care
- Peer Reviewer – Indian Journal of Pain
- National Faculty – Indian Association of Palliative Care
- Member – Specialist Board for initiating DNB in Palliative Medicine
Professional Memberships
- European Society of Medical Oncology
- International Association for the Study of Pain
- International Association for Hospice and Palliative Care
- Indian Society for the Study of Pain
- Indian Association of Palliative Care
- Asia Pacific Hospice Palliative Care Network
He has also served as Secretary and Treasurer in key pain and palliative care societies.
Academic Contributions & Research
Dr. Ramanjulu has contributed extensively to research and national guideline development, including:
- Co-author – First National Cancer Pain Guidelines
- Multiple publications in the Indian Journal of Pain & Indian Journal of Palliative Care
- Research on early integration of specialist palliative care in oncology
- Studies on patient attitudes toward resuscitation discussions
He has presented at major international conferences across Singapore, Japan, Australia, and India and has won multiple awards for academic excellence and research presentations.
Awards & Recognition
- University Rank (8th) – MD Anaesthesiology, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
- Multiple national awards for paper and poster presentations
- International conference recognitions in Singapore, Japan, and Australia
- Award-winning research in cost-effective intrathecal analgesia
His work reflects a commitment not only to clinical care but also to advancing the science and standards of pain and palliative medicine.
Teaching & Faculty Roles
Dr. Ramanjulu is a highly sought-after faculty member and workshop leader, having:
- Conducted advanced interventional pain workshops
- Served as faculty at IAPCON and ISSPCON conferences (2013–2020)
- Mentored national fellowship programs
- Coordinated national-level training programs in interventional chronic pain
He has trained numerous physicians across India in pain and palliative care practices.
Clinical Philosophy
Dr. Ramanjulu believes that pain relief and dignified care are fundamental human rights.
His philosophy centres on:
- Early integration of palliative care
- Personalised symptom management
- Interdisciplinary teamwork
- Compassionate communication
- Maintaining dignity and quality of life
He works closely with patients and families to ensure comfort, clarity, and continuity of care — whether in hospital or at home.
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