Dr Arun’s expertise is in orthopaedic surgery, especially procedures like robotic knee and hip replacement. This is supplemented by his familiarity with advanced automated medical tools like the Mako-Stryker system. As such, Dr Kannan provides comprehensive surgical treatment for all joint-related disorders. He also offers medical care for avascular necrosis, a severe musculoskeletal condition characterised by the degeneration of bone tissues due to inhibited blow flow.
Aside from his professional experience and accomplishments, Dr Arun Kannan is a recognised author, having published several research papers and books on advanced orthopaedic surgical procedures and innovative treatment methods. As it stands, he was the first doctor in Tamil Nadu to perform an oxonium partial knee replacement procedure and set a precedent when he conducted a quadruple joint surgery for both the knees and the hips in the same patient.
As one of Apollo's most experienced consultants, Dr Arun Kannan firmly believes in approaching all medical conditions systematically. This alone establishes him as one of the leading orthopaedicians in Chennai.
Dr Arun Kannan is one of the best orthopaedicians in Chennai, providing clinical treatment of all disorders related to the musculoskeletal system. This includes mild issues like ligament injuries and hairline bone fractures to acute and chronic conditions like arthritis, knee pain, hip displacement and spinal injuries.
While surgery is a prominent aspect of orthopaedic treatment, the medical field also focuses on non-invasive remedial methods such as medications and physical therapy. For instance, Dr Kannan prescribes physiotherapy for those with chronic back pain. Conversely, for patients who have experienced physical trauma, he can design an injury rehabilitation programme that aids recovery.