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 clinical expertise encompasses Glioma, Astrocytoma, Brain Tumor, Laminectomy, and Awake Craniotomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 49 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Babu is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
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 V. Babu
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ranjith V. Babu?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ranjith V. 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 V. Babu a top-rated expert for Glioma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ranjith V. 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 V. Babu specialize in?
While Dr. Ranjith V. 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 V. Babu participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ranjith V. Babu has published 49 articles and abstracts on conditions like Glioma. You can view a list of Dr. Ranjith V. 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 V. Babu accept my insurance?
Dr. Ranjith V. 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
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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)
- Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes
- EpendymomaDr. Babu isAdvanced. Learn about Ependymoma.
- Epidural AbscessDr. Babu isAdvanced. Learn about Epidural Abscess.
- GlioblastomaDr. Babu isAdvanced. Learn about Glioblastoma.
- Gliomatosis CerebriDr. Babu isAdvanced. Learn about Gliomatosis Cerebri.
- GliosarcomaDr. Babu isAdvanced. Learn about Gliosarcoma.
- LaminectomyDr. Babu isAdvanced. Learn about Laminectomy.
- Metastatic Brain TumorDr. Babu isAdvanced. Learn about Metastatic Brain Tumor.
- NeuroepitheliomaDr. Babu isAdvanced. Learn about Neuroepithelioma.
- OligodendrogliomaDr. Babu isAdvanced. Learn about Oligodendroglioma.
- Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG)
- Pituitary TumorDr. Babu isAdvanced. Learn about Pituitary Tumor.
- Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET)
- ProlactinomaDr. Babu isAdvanced. Learn about Prolactinoma.
- Spinal StenosisDr. Babu isAdvanced. Learn about Spinal Stenosis.
- 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.
- Cerebral Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Babu isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Choroid Plexus CystDr. Babu isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Cyst.
- Congenital Cardiovascular ShuntDr. Babu isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt.
- DeliriumDr. Babu isExperienced. Learn about Delirium.
- Empty Sella SyndromeDr. Babu isExperienced. Learn about Empty Sella Syndrome.
- Familial PorencephalyDr. Babu isExperienced. Learn about Familial Porencephaly.
- HemangioblastomaDr. Babu isExperienced. Learn about Hemangioblastoma.
- Herniated DiskDr. Babu isExperienced. Learn about Herniated Disk.
- HydrocephalusDr. Babu isExperienced. Learn about Hydrocephalus.
- Hypothalamic TumorDr. Babu isExperienced. Learn about Hypothalamic Tumor.
- Increased Intracranial PressureDr. Babu isExperienced. Learn about Increased Intracranial Pressure.
- Isolated ACTH DeficiencyDr. Babu isExperienced. Learn about Isolated ACTH Deficiency.
- MeningiomaDr. Babu isExperienced. Learn about Meningioma.
- MeningitisDr. Babu isExperienced. Learn about Meningitis.
- NeuralgiaDr. Babu isExperienced. Learn about Neuralgia.
- Normal Pressure HydrocephalusDr. Babu isExperienced. Learn about Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus.
- Pituitary ApoplexyDr. Babu isExperienced. Learn about Pituitary Apoplexy.
- Pseudotumor Cerebri SyndromeDr. Babu isExperienced. Learn about Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome.
- Radiation Induced MeningiomaDr. Babu isExperienced. Learn about Radiation Induced Meningioma.
- Rathke Cleft CystDr. Babu isExperienced. Learn about Rathke Cleft Cyst.
- SchwannomaDr. Babu isExperienced. Learn about Schwannoma.
- Spinal Cord AbscessDr. Babu isExperienced. Learn about Spinal Cord Abscess.
- Spinal FusionDr. Babu isExperienced. Learn about Spinal Fusion.
- Spinal TumorDr. Babu isExperienced. Learn about Spinal Tumor.
- SpondylolisthesisDr. Babu isExperienced. Learn about Spondylolisthesis.
- StrokeDr. Babu isExperienced. Learn about Stroke.
- Subarachnoid HemorrhageDr. Babu isExperienced. Learn about Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.
- Subdural HematomaDr. Babu isExperienced. Learn about Subdural Hematoma.
- Trigeminal NeuralgiaDr. Babu isExperienced. Learn about Trigeminal Neuralgia.