He has performed numerous complex procedures, including:
- Pancreatic, colonic, and esophageal resections for malignancies
- Liver resections
- Pediatric surgeries such as:
- Congenital diaphragmatic hernia
- Malrotation
- Anorectal anomalies
- Separation of Siamese twins
Advancements in Laparoscopic Surgery
Driven by his interest in surgical innovation:
- Trained in Basic Laparoscopic Surgery (1994) at Ethicon Institute of Surgical Education, Mumbai
- Completed an observer fellowship with Dr. Tandon, Los Angeles, USA
He established the first Laparoscopic Surgical Center in Kakinada, performing:
- Laparoscopic cholecystectomy
- Appendicectomy
He later advanced to complex laparoscopic procedures:
- Hiatal hernia repair
- Inguinal hernia repair
- Laparoscopic splenectomy
- Gastrectomy
- Colonic and small bowel resections
- Rectopexy
- Mini gastric bypass for obesity
Major Open Surgical Procedures
Dr. Ramakrishna has also performed highly complex open surgeries, including:
- 3-stage esophagectomy for esophageal cancer
- Total gastrectomy with Hunt-Lawrence pouch reconstruction
- Whipple’s procedure for pancreatic cancer
- Hepatectomy for hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC)
- Total colectomy with J-pouch reconstruction for ulcerative colitis
- Abdomino-perineal resection and low anterior resection for rectal cancer
Service & Recognition
He is widely recognized for his compassion toward economically disadvantaged patients, performing numerous complex surgeries under the Arogyasri Scheme, earning recognition from:
- Government of Andhra Pradesh
- IMA Kakinada
Hyderabad Phase
In 2013, he moved to Hyderabad and established the Department of Surgical Gastroenterology at KIMS Hospitals, Kondapur, which has grown into a highly sought-after center with outcomes comparable to international standards.
His core areas of expertise include:
- Minimally invasive surgery
- Hepatobiliary & pancreatic surgery
- Bowel resections
- Hernia surgery
- Bariatric surgery
Robotic Surgery & Continued Excellence
In 2025, he trained and became certified in Robotic Surgery, performing 100+ robotic procedures, including:
- Cholecystectomy
- Hiatal hernia repair
- Ventral, Spigelian, and inguinal hernia repairs
- Vault prolapse surgery
- Colonic resections
His journey reflects a lifelong commitment to learning, innovation, and excellence—proving that age is no barrier to mastering new surgical advancements.
Honors
🏆 Lifetime Achievement Award – KIMS Hospitals (2024)
