Overview
One of Northern California's premier spine surgeons, Dr. Ravi focuses on both minimally invasive and open spine surgery to give patients better results with shorter recovery times. To date, he has successfully participated in over 2000 operations over 7 years. He is the chief of Surgery at the Nivano Heathcare Group in Folsom, Roseville, and Sacramento, CA. He is also the Director of Spine Surgery at Mercy Folsom HospitalDr. Ravi completed his undergraduate education at Princeton University, his medical school education at Stanford University, his residency in orthopedics at Yale University, and his fellowship in spine surgery at Harvard University. During this time, he contributed heavily to clinical research, authoring several papers and significant journal articles. Among numerous accolades, he was awarded a Stanford Medical Scholars Research Grant for his work on titanium wear debris as well as the prestigious Yale Orthopaedics O. Donald Chrisman Research Award.Dr. Ravi has also authored several book chapters in widely referenced spine surgery texts, including The Handbook of Spine Surgery, Contemporary Spine Surgery, and The Comprehensive Treatment of the Aging Spine: Minimally Invasive and Advanced Techniques.As a practitioner, Dr. Ravi emphasises conservative care above all other approaches, using operative intervention only as a last resort and practicing state of the art techniques that allow for the fastest recovery times and minimize postoperative pain.
Dr. Ramachandran is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Herniated Disk, Microdiscectomy, and Laminectomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
2330 E Bidwell St, Suite 100, Folsom, CA 95630
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ravi Ramachandran
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ravi Ramachandran?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ravi Ramachandran by calling their office at 916-245-3322. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ravi Ramachandran a top-rated expert for Spinal Stenosis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ravi Ramachandran is classified as an Distinguished expert for Spinal Stenosis, 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. Ravi Ramachandran specialize in?
While Dr. Ravi Ramachandran is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, and Microdiscectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Ravi Ramachandran participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ravi Ramachandran has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Spinal Stenosis. You can view a list of Dr. Ravi Ramachandran's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ravi Ramachandran accept my insurance?
Dr. Ravi Ramachandran accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 916-245-3322 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Spinal StenosisDr. Ramachandran isDistinguished. Learn about Spinal Stenosis.
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- SpondylolisthesisDr. Ramachandran isAdvanced. Learn about Spondylolisthesis.
- Experienced
- Cervical Disc SurgeryDr. Ramachandran isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Disc Surgery.
- Cervical MyelopathyDr. Ramachandran isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Myelopathy.
- Cervical SpondylosisDr. Ramachandran isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Spondylosis.
- CoccydyniaDr. Ramachandran isExperienced. Learn about Coccydynia.
- Familial Multiple LipomatosisDr. Ramachandran isExperienced. Learn about Familial Multiple Lipomatosis.
- Herniated Disc SurgeryDr. Ramachandran isExperienced. Learn about Herniated Disc Surgery.