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Dr Dhanaraj M
Dr Dhanaraj M
Neurosciences :
Experience: 35+ Years
Education: MD (Gen.Med), DM (Neuro), MNAMS (Gen. Med), MNAMS (Neuro)
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About Dr Dhanaraj M

Dr. Dhanaraj M is a highly experienced neurologist based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, with an impressive 35 years of practice in the field of neurology. He has earned a reputation for his expertise and dedication to patient care, being fluent in both English and Tamil, which allows him to communicate effectively with a diverse range of patients. Dr. Dhanaraj holds multiple prestigious qualifications, including MD (General Medicine), DM (Neurology), and MNAMS in both General Medicine and Neurology, reflecting his comprehensive knowledge and commitment to continual learning in the medical field.

Throughout his career, Dr. Dhanaraj has made significant contributions to medical research and education. He has been the recipient of several esteemed awards, including the Dr.V.BalaGopala Raju Award for outstanding research efforts presented at the annual conference of IAP-NSC in Kanyakumari, and the Best Research Paper Award presented during the 12th Annual Conference of the Indian Academy of Neurology. His work has focused on critical studies, such as the impact of antiepileptic drugs on infants and epidemiological studies of sickle cell anemia in Tamil-speaking communities, showcasing his commitment to advancing knowledge in neurology.

Dr. Dhanaraj is also honored with the Dean's Commendation Certificate and the Stanley Alumni Award, along with a Lifetime Achievement Award from Tamilnadu DR.MGR University for his exemplary contributions to medical education and healthcare services. As a part of the Apollo team, he continues to provide top-notch care to his patients, leveraging his extensive experience and knowledge in neurology. With a focus on both clinical excellence and academic contributions, Dr. Dhanaraj M is a distinguished figure in the field of neurology.

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Experience
2026
Senior Consultant Neurologist, Apollo Hospitals Chennai (October 2006 – Present)
2006
Professor and Head of Neurology, Stanley Medical College, Chennai (1997 to 31 May 2006)
1997
Reader in Neurology, Stanley Medical College, Chennai (1996 to 1997)
1996
Reader in Neurology, Coimbatore Medical College, Coimbatore (1995 to 1996)
1995
Assistant Professor of Neurology, Madras Medical College, Chennai (1992 to 1995)
1991
Assistant Physician, Intensive Medical Care Unit, Madras Medical College, Chennai (1991 to 1992)
1990
Assistant Professor of Neurology, Institute of Neurology, Madras Medical College, Chennai (1981 to 1991)

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Awards & Achievements

Dr. V. Bala Gopala Raju Award. Arulmozhi.T, Dhanaraj.M, and Jayavelu.A. Physical growth and psychomotor developments of infants exposed to antiepileptic drugs in utero. Paper presented during the annual conference of IAP–NSC held at Kanyakumari on 22–08–2004
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BEST RESEARCH PAPER AWARD. Rengaraj.R, Dhanaraj.M, Arulmozhi.T. et al. Epidemiological study of SCA I in an ethnic Tamil speaking community with clinical and molecular genetic correlation. Paper presented at the 12th Annual Conference of Indian Academy of Neurology held at Nagpur in 2004
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Dean’s commendation certificate – 2000
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Stanley Alumni Award – 2003
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Life Time Achievement Award – from Tamilnadu Dr. MGR University, Chennai – 600032; 1st July 2012 for the “Exemplary contribution to the cause of Medical Education and Healthcare Services”
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Research & Publication

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Dhanaraj M, Arjundas G. Multi system Atrophy with autonomic failure. Proceedings of Institute of Neurology, Madras. 1982;10-18.
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Dhanaraj M, Srinivas K. Unilateral Paroxysmal Beta activity in intracranial space occupying lesion. Proceedings of Institute of Neurology, Madras. 1983;12:110-115.
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Dhanaraj M, Srinivas K, Kumerasan G. Hemiballismus treated with Sodium Valproate. Proceedings of Institute of Neurology, Madras. 1983;12:125–127.
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Dhanaraj M, Srinivas K, Balaraman VT, Jagannathan K. A case of ataxic hemiparesis due to internal capsule infarction - A case report. Neurology India. 1983;31:85-87.
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Dhanaraj M, Jaganathan K, Sethuraman. Transient Massive Eosinophilia with arteritis in Young Stroke. JAPI. 1983;32:298-293.
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Dhanaraj M, Panner A, Srinivas K. Sodium Valproate - A new drug for Sydenham’s chorea. Proceedings of Institute of Neurology, Madras. 1983;12:38-42.
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Dhanaraj M, Ramachandran V, Sampathkumar MN, Sayeed ZA. Anterior Internuclear Ophthalmoplegia. JAPI. 1984;32:1070.
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Dhanaraj M, Jaganathan K, Radhakrishnan AR, Srinivas K. Ataxic Hemiparesis due to Corona Radiata infarction. JAPI. 1984;32:368-369.
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Dhanaraj M, Kumaresan G, Jayakumar V, Srinivas K. CT scan detection for focal hemorrhage in Subthalamic Nucleus in Hemiballismus. JAPI. 1984;32:453-545.
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Dhanaraj M, Arjundas G, Thayumanavan M. Steroid Induced Cholinergic crisis. Neurology India. 1984;32:73-75.
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Dhanaraj M, Jaganathan K. A case of secondary Periodic paralysis with Myopathy. Neurology India. 1984;32:53-55.
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Dhanaraj M, Jaganathan K, Panner A, Rangasayee. Striatal dysphasia. Neurology India. 1984;32:61-63.
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Dhanaraj M, Srinivas K. Sydenham's Chorea. Indian Pediatrics. 1984;21:60-61.
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Dhanaraj M, Radhakrishna AR, Srinivas K, Sayeed ZA. Sodium valproate in Sydenham's Chorea. Neurology. 1985;35:114-115.
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Dhanaraj M, Krishnamurthy SG, Srinivas K, Valmiginathan K. An unusual case of phosphate dependent Myopathy. JAPI. 1985;33:793-794.
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Thilothamal N, Dhanaraj M, Kumarasen G, Jaganathan K. Treatment of Neurogenic Orthostatic Hypotension with Indomethacin. JAPI. 1985;34:276-247.
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Kumaralingam CS, Dhanaraj M, Thilothamai N, Kumarasen G, Jaganathan K. Corticosteroid Resistant and ACTH responsive Idiopathic Polymyositis. Neurology India. 1988;34:281-283.
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Dhanaraj M, Kumaresan G. Spontaneous intracerebral Hemorrhage into Ischaemic infarction. Neurology India. 1986;34:291-292.
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Dhanaraj M, Jaganathan K, Kumarasan G, Sushilaraj M. CT scan changes in Reversible Ischaemic Neurological deficit. Neurology India. 1987;35:21–24.
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Dhanaraj M, Kumaresan G, Velmurugendran CU. Chronic Subdural haematoma presenting as Transient Neurological deficit. Neurology India. 1987;35:172.
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Dhanaraj M, Kumaresan G, Velmurugendran CU. Subarachnoid haemorrhage following scorpion sting. Neurology India. 1987;35:84.
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Dhanaraj M, Kumaresan G, Velmurugendran CU. Chronic Subdural haematoma on the side of cerebral infarction. Neurology India. 1987;35:84.
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Dhanaraj M, Kumaresan G, Velmurugendran CU. Parkinsonism with lingual chorea. Neurology India. 1987;35:311.
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Dhanaraj M, Kumaresan G, Velmurugendran CU. Predicting the outcome of global aphasia using CT scan. Neurology India. 1988;36:49.
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Dhanaraj M, Velmurugendran CU. Multiple spontaneous intracerebral hemorrhage of unknown etiology. Neurology India. 1988;36:49.
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Dhanaraj M, Kumaresan G, Velmurugendran CU. Tetanus toxoid induced demyelinating radiculopathy. Neurology India. 1988;36:52.
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Dhanaraj M, Vanchilingam S, Srinivas K. Hereditary sensory Neuropathy with spastic Paraparesis. Neurology India. 1988;36:52.
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Dhanaraj M, Velmurugendran CU. Management of Intractable hiccough in acute stroke with chlorpromazine. Neurology India. 1988;36:1983.
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Dhanaraj M, Zaheer Ahmed Sayeed. Sydenham's Chorea. An analysis of 25 cases. Neurology India. 1989;37:211-214.
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Dhanaraj M, Kumarasan G, Velmurugendran CU. Capsular homolateral ataxia and crural paresis. Neurology India. 1989;37:321-323.
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Dhanaraj M, Kumarasan G, Velmurugendran CU. Natural History of Young ischemic stroke. Neurology India. 1990;38:59-61.
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Dhanaraj M, Velmurugendran CU. CT appearance in cardiogenic embolic stroke. Neurology India. 1990;38:147-150.
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Dhanaraj M, Velmurugendran CU. Transient ischemic attacks in stroke. Neurology India. 1990;38:147-150.
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Dhanaraj M, Alagesan R, Velmurugendran CU. Cardiac disorders in Ischemic stroke. Neurology India. 1991;39:145-146.
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Dhanaraj M, Velmurugendran CU. Prognosis in Putaminal Hemorrhage: clinical and CT correlation. Neurology India. 1993;41:99-100.
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Dhanaraj M, Akilandam R. Epilepsia partialis continua following diabetic non-ketotic hyperglycemia. Journal of Association of Physicians of India. 1996;44:145-146.
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Dhanaraj M, Velmurugendran CU. Gabapentin in Refractory Partial Seizure. Neurology India. 1998;46:102-104.
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Jayabal A, Jayavelu A, Dhanaraj M. Cerebrotendinous Xanthomatosis – Case study. JAPI. 2002;50:450-451.
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Dhanaraj M, Jayavelu A. Prophylactic use of clobazam in Hot water epilepsy. Journal of Association of Physicians of India. 2003;51:43-44.
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Dhanaraj M, Kannan SR, Jayavelu A, Amalraj E, Dutta M. Cost of epilepsy treatment in a state government hospital - A preliminary study. Annals of Indian Academy of Neurology. 2003;6:7-10.
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Dhanaraj M, Jayavelu A. Non-epileptic seizures among school going children and adolescents. Annals of Indian Academy of Neurology. 2003;6:31-34.
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Dhanaraj M, Jayavelu A. Factors influencing anti-epileptic drug noncompliance. Annals of Indian Academy of Neurology. 2004;7:369-374.
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Dhanaraj M, Jayavelu A. Belief based Rituals and their relevance towards Comprehensive epilepsy management. Annals of Indian Academy of Neurology. 2004;381-385.
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Arulmozhi T, Dhanaraj M, Jayavelu A. Role of cervical Paraspinal Electromyography in cervical spinal root avulsions and its correlation with intraoperative findings. Annals of Indian Academy of Neurology. 2004;7:397-400.
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Dhanaraj M, Jayavelu A. Management of Epilepsy in mentally retarded institutionalized adults — a challenge. Indian Academy of Neurology. 2004;
Clinical Expertise
Alexander Disease
Canavan Disease
Charcot Marie Tooth Disease
Fabry Disease
Krabbe Disease
Lennox Gastaut Syndrome
Menkes Disease
Pelizaeus Merzbacher Disease
Refsum Disease
Tay Sachs Disease
Brain Injury
Parkinson S Disease
Head Injury
Movement Disorder
Restless Leg Syndrome
Nerve And Muscle Disorders
Neuromuscular Disorders
Brain Infection
Alzheimer S Disease
Leigh Syndrome
Mcleod Syndrome
Melas Syndrome
Meniere S Disease
Speech Disorders
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Anencephaly
Ataxia Telangiectasia
Headache
Migraine
Multiple System Atrophy
Myasthenia Gravis
Progressive Supranuclear Palsy
Ptosis
Spasticity
tetanus
Periodic Paralysis
Peripheral Nerve
monoplegia
Paramyotonia Congenita
Paralysis
motor-coordination
Polyneuritis
Polymicrogyria
polysomnography
head heaviness
Sweaty Palms
Myelitis
Labyrinthitis
Nerve Pain
Neurodegeneration
Neurological Problems
Neurolysis
Neurological Dysfunction
Neurotoxin
Neurourology
Scapuloperoneal Myopathy
Numbness
Schwannoma
Light Headedness
Meningitis
Spastic Ataxia
Spheroid Body Myopathy
Ataxia Neuropathy Spectrum
Botulism
Tuberculous Meningitis
Fibromyalgia
Decortication
Decompression Micovascular
Cysticercosis
Cryptococcosis
Cervicogenic Headache
Cerebral Venous Thrombosis
Cerebral Infarction
Cerebral Autosomal Dominant Arteriopathy
Cerebral Palsy
Treatments & Procedures Offered
Parkinson S Disease Treatment arrow arrow Scalp Cirsoid Aneurysm Treatment arrow arrow Advance Parkinson S Disease Treatment arrow arrow Advanced Epilepsy Treatment arrow arrow
Treatment For Bells Palsy Paralysis arrow arrow Cranio Synostosis Treatment arrow arrow Stroke Treatment arrow arrow
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Doctor Location

Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai
Greams Lane, 21, Greams Rd, Thousand Lights West, Thousand Lights, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600006

FAQs

Q: Where does Dr. Dhanaraj M practice?
Dr. Dhanaraj M is a practicing physician at Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road Chennai. This location offers comprehensive healthcare services and advanced medical technology.
Q: Who is Dr. Dhanaraj M?
Dr Dhanaraj M is a renowned Neurologist with over 35 years of experience. He practices in Chennai at Apollo Hospitals Greams Road Chennai. Dr Dhanaraj M holds a degree in MD (Gen.Med), DM (Neuro), MNAMS (Gen. Med), MNAMS (Neuro). He provides treatments including Parkinson S Disease Treatment, Scalp Cirsoid Aneurysm Treatment, Advance Parkinson S Disease Treatment. He specializes in treating conditions like Alexander Disease, Canavan Disease, Charcot Marie Tooth Disease.
Q: Why do patients visit Dr. Dhanaraj M?
Patients seek Dr. Dhanaraj M's expertise in treating Neuromuscular Disorders, Neurological Problems, and Neurological dysfunction.
Q: What is Dr. Dhanaraj M's specialization?
Dr Dhanaraj M specializes in Neurology. He has expertise in treating conditions such as Alexander Disease, Canavan Disease, Charcot Marie Tooth Disease. His key treatments include Parkinson S Disease Treatment, Scalp Cirsoid Aneurysm Treatment, Advance Parkinson S Disease Treatment.
Q: What are Dr. Dhanaraj M's medical qualifications?
Dr Dhanaraj M holds MD (Gen.Med), DM (Neuro), MNAMS (Gen. Med), MNAMS (Neuro), reflecting his comprehensive education in the field of Neurology.
Q: How many years of experience does Dr. Dhanaraj M have?
Dr. Dhanaraj M possesses 35 years of experience in the medical field.
Q: Who is a neurologist?
A neurologist is a medical specialist trained to diagnose and treat disorders of the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves. They manage conditions affecting the central and peripheral nervous system.
Q: What is the difference between a neurologist and a neurosurgeon?
Neurologists and neurosurgeons specialize in nervous system disorders, encompassing the brain and spine. Neurologists utilize medication and other non-surgical treatments, while neurosurgeons perform surgical procedures. Neurologists may refer patients to neurosurgeons when surgery is necessary.
Q: What illnesses do neurologists treat?
Neurologists specialize in diagnosing and treating various neurological conditions, including headaches, epilepsy, tremors, sleep disorders, Alzheimer's disease, multiple sclerosis (MS), and Parkinson's disease. These are just some examples of the many conditions they manage.
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