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Dr. Palanirajan P.

Sr. Consultant Paediatrician & Neonatologist, Dept. of Paediatrics - KM NU Hospitals, Ambur

Paediatric/ Neonatology

Dr. Palanirajan P.

MBBS, DCH, DNB (Paediatrics)

Sr. Consultant Paediatrician & Neonatologist, Dept. of Paediatrics - KM NU Hospitals, Ambur

Biography / Professional Profile

Overview

Doctor believes that the team work, state-of-the-art Technology and dedicated staff at KMNU is the key to quality medical care. Compassionate, committed and empathetic. Aims to achieve patient satisfaction ethically without compromising on safety.

Qualification Details

  • MBBS: Coimbatore Medical College and Hospital, Coimbatore (2000-2006)
  • DCH (Diploma in Child Health): Madras Medical College, Chennai (2007-2009)
  • DNB (Paediatrics): Meenakshi Mission Hospital & Research Centre, Madurai (2014-2016)

Publications and Presentations

  • Poster Presentation titled ‘Reflex seizures’ at Madurai Pedicon in August 2014.
  • Published a paper titled ‘Reflex seizures’ in International journal of Scientific Research, Vol. 3 (11), in Nov.2014.
  • Published a paper titled ‘Imerslund-Grasbeck syndrome’ in International Journal of Scientific Research, Vol. 4 (2), in Feb.2015.
  • Published a paper titled ‘Herpes associated erythema multiforme – a clinical dilemma’ in International Journal of Scientific Research, Vol.8 (9), in Sep. 2019.

Online Course

  • Postgraduate Program in Pediatric Nutrition (PGPN) from Boston University school of Medicine

Work Experience

  • Worked as a Junior Resident in Sri Muthukumaran Medical College Hospital & Research Institute from March 2012 to 2013.
  • Worked as Senior Resident from March 2013 to February 2014.
  • Worked as Junior Consultant in NICU at Motherhood Hospital, Chennai from 15th June 2016 to 21st November 2018.
  • Worked as Junior Consultant in Pediatrics and Neonatology at GLOBAL Hospitals, Chennai.

Skills and Competencies

  • Rapid cardiopulmonary assessment.
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Neonatal Resuscitation.
  • Endotracheal intubation technique and Rapid Sequence Intubation.
  • Vascular access techniques including Peripheral venous access, Central venous access, Intraosseous access and Arterial Catheterization.
  • Lumbar Puncture technique.
  • Peritoneal dialysis technique.
  • Bone Marrow Aspiration.
  • Umbilical vein catheterization and Exchange transfusion.
  • Diagnosis and management of common pediatric conditions.
  • Intensive Pediatric & Neonatal care.

Certified Courses and Workshops

  • Completed Provider Course in Pediatric Life Support, August 2008.
  • Underwent training on STI/RTI control programme, held on Oct.2010.
  • Completed a ten-day course on Intensive medical care and poison management at MMC, Chennai in Feb.2011.
  • Completed Basic life support training conducted on Feb.12, 2011 at MMC, Chennai.

Conferences and CMEs

  • Attended the IAP-IJPP CME held in June 2008.
  • Attended the Annual Conference of Indian Academy of Pediatrics, Tamil Nadu State Chapter, Madurai, August 2008.
  • Attended the national conference on pediatric radiology held at Chettinad Health City, Chennai in September 2008.
  • Attended the Madurai Pedicon in August 2014.

Specialization

Paediatric/ Neonatology
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