Overview
Ranjith Babu, MD, fellowship trained neurosurgeon with CHI Memorial Neuroscience Institute and CHI Memorial Spine Center, provides highly skilled care in the treatment of brain tumors, stroke and other conditions of the brain and spine. Dr. Babu is a member of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons and the American Association of Neurological Surgeons. He specializes in neurosurgery, or surgery performed on the nervous system – especially the brain and spinal cord.Neurosurgeons are specially trained to diagnose and treat central and peripheral nervous system disorders including brain tumors, brain aneurysms, degenerative spine conditions, peripheral nerve conditions like carpel tunnel and other nerve entrapments. Dr. Babu uses minimally invasive techniques – including innovative, MRI-guided laser therapies – to treat complex and often life-threatening health conditions.
Dr. Babu is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Glioma, Astrocytoma, Brain Tumor, Laminectomy, and Awake Craniotomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 50 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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725 Glenwood Drive, Suite E-680, Chattanooga, TN 37404
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ranjith Babu
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ranjith Babu?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ranjith Babu by calling their office at 423-206-9480. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ranjith Babu a top-rated expert for Glioma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ranjith Babu is classified as an Distinguished expert for Glioma, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Ranjith Babu specialize in?
While Dr. Ranjith Babu is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Glioma, Astrocytoma, and Brain Tumor. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.
Does Dr. Ranjith Babu participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ranjith Babu has published 50 articles and abstracts on conditions like Glioma. You can view a list of Dr. Ranjith Babu's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ranjith Babu accept my insurance?
Dr. Ranjith Babu accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alliant Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 423-206-9480 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Distinguished
- AstrocytomaDr. Babu isDistinguished. Learn about Astrocytoma.
- Brain TumorDr. Babu isDistinguished. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- GliomaDr. Babu isDistinguished. Learn about Glioma.
- Posterior Fossa TumorDr. Babu isDistinguished. Learn about Posterior Fossa Tumor.
- Advanced
- Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)
- Brain HerniationDr. Babu isAdvanced. Learn about Brain Herniation.
- Brain Stem CancerDr. Babu isAdvanced. Learn about Brain Stem Cancer.
- Chiari MalformationDr. Babu isAdvanced. Learn about Chiari Malformation.
- Chiari Malformation Type 1Dr. Babu isAdvanced. Learn about Chiari Malformation Type 1.
- Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET)
- Experienced
- ApoplexyDr. Babu isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Arachnoid CystsDr. Babu isExperienced. Learn about Arachnoid Cysts.
- Awake CraniotomyDr. Babu isExperienced. Learn about Awake Craniotomy.
- Bone TumorDr. Babu isExperienced. Learn about Bone Tumor.
- Brain AbscessDr. Babu isExperienced. Learn about Brain Abscess.
- Cerebellum Agenesis HydrocephalyDr. Babu isExperienced. Learn about Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly.