Dr. Rajesh Kesavan is a highly skilled Podiatric Surgeon with over 20 years of experience in managing complex foot conditions, including diabetic foot complications and advanced wound care. He is a Senior Consultant at Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai, and the Director of NRA Advanced Wound Care Ltd., Chennai. With specialized training in Podiatric Surgery (FPS) and Certified Wound Specialist Physician (CWSP) credentials, Dr. Kesavan has contributed significantly to the field through research, education, and leadership roles in national wound care initiatives.
Educational Qualifications
- MBBS – Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
- MS – Master of Surgery
- FPS – Fellowship in Podiatric Surgery
- CWSP – Certified Wound Specialist Physician
Professional Experience
- Senior Consultant at Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai
- Director of NRA Advanced Wound Care Ltd., Chennai.
- Consultant Podiatric Surgeon at:Dr. V. Seshiah Diabetes Research Institute, Chennai, Dr. Balaji Diabetes Care Centre, Chennai, Kumaran Hospitals, Kilpauk, Chennai.
- Former Consultant at M.V. Hospital for Diabetes and Research Center, Royapuram, Chennai
Notable Achievements
- Regional Coordinator for the National Wound Care Project (World Diabetes Federation & Diabetic Foot Society of India)
- Organizer of the Chennai Advanced Woundcare Conference (1st, 2nd, and 3rd editions)
- Published Research in peer-reviewed journals on topics related to podiatry and wound care
Fellowships:
- Fellow in Podiatric Surgery at Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi