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Dr Subramaniam Ramakrishnan

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Dr Subramaniam Ramakrishnan was awarded the iWantGreatCare certificate of excellence in 2024 for delivering outstanding care.

 

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Written by a patient at Spire Cheshire Hospital
9th February 2020


I had three consultations, a scan and a colonoscopy procedure under Dr Ramakrishnan's care. Throughout he carefully explained every step, the reasons for each step and the gave a full explanation of the results. He listened carefully and responded fully to all questions. His approach was very reassuring and gave a feeling of trust of his conclusions.

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Written by a patient at Spire Cheshire Hospital
4th February 2020


I have seen Dr Ramakrishnan on a number of occasions and he has treated me well each time, listening to my issues and responding positively and efficiently. The level of care I have received at the Spire has been of a high standard. I value highly Dr Ramakrishnan’s advice.

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Written by a patient at Warrington Hospital
8th January 2020


Very supportive and caring. Treated with respect and good involvement in my care. Thank you

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Written by a patient at Spire Cheshire Hospital
31st December 2019


From start to finish of my appointments withDr Ram he made you feel at ease. He explained everything what possibly could be going on and the reasons why he was going to be doing the my scan and colonoscopy. I would certainly recommend Dr Ram to any of my friends & family which for me says everything about the doctor.

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Written by a patient at Spire Cheshire Hospital
4th December 2019


Dr Ram is the third Gastro Dr I have seen. I was diagnosed with Chronic IBD aged 27. I am now 43. I lived for twelve years with dreadful pain, bleeding and problems relating to the condition and with previous Consultants had been made to feel that I was depressed, had psychological problems and should just get on with it because it a life-long condition. I had absolutely given up hope of ever being able to feel well and pain free. Then I met Dr Ram. Firstly, let's chat about his bedside manner. Dr Ram is absolutely lovely. He listened about the pain, sensitively understood and always thought about what he could do to improve the situation. He is kind, applies thought to his conversation and is sensitive when he listens. Secondly, his knowledge. He is incredibly knowledgeable. His way of explaining the issues is really clear. He bases his explanations on facts, in simple, non-patronising vocabulary. This is something that was severely lacking from previous Consultants in my care. Thirdly, his ability to manage my condition. This is where he has excelled. We have trialled different medications until we got the right balance for me. I have now been pain free for 5 months. I am no longer bleeding. I feel reassured about there being no changes that could be more sinister. His care has been exceptional. Never once have I felt out of control. I have felt heard in the Consultations. He is sensitive to the delicate nature of my condition and has always put me at ease with any personal elements of the testing process. Dr Ram has changed my life. I have every faith in his care and would whole heartedly recommend him to anyone. Thanks you for all have done.

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Specialises in

  • Gastroenterology
  • Internal (General) Medicine

Profile

After my basic qualification I have completed more than 15 years of practice in the field of Gastroenterology and General medicine covering all aspects of this specialty.

I have been practising as a Consultant Gastroenterologist since 2007 and have a specialist interest in all aspects of endoscopy, gastroenterology, liver and pancreatic disease.

I have a keen interest in service development, teaching and training.

As endoscopy lead I established a brand new three room endoscopy unit at Warrington and Halton Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and led the team to achieve national accreditation (JAG) in 2009. I am now the lead for the Endoscopy Unit at Spire Cheshire Hospital and In this role led the team in this hospital to achieve national accreditation (JAG) in 2016.

I have been the lead for Advancing Quality programme (AQuA) for the Trust and have participated actively in achieving a high quality of care across both medical and surgical divisions of the hospital.

As the joint lead for management of alcohol related liver disease for the AQuA programme I have streamlined guidelines for evidence based high quality management of this condition.

I teach all levels of trainees nurses and colleagues to update them of recent advances and techniques.

I am currently the lead for research in Gastroenterology for the Trust and we are actively recruiting to several NIHR clinical trials and have started recruiting in commercial trials.

As a keen family man, I enjoy my spare time interacting with children and travelling as much as possible. I also enjoy many sports, particularly cricket.

I pride myself in being very open with patients and am keen to promote a patient centred approach to managing their illnesses.


Procedures:

Gastroscopy, Colonoscopy, ERCP, Capsule Endoscopy

Conditions:

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Gastro oesophageal reflux disease (GORD)
Ulcerative Colitis/ Crohn's disease
Celiac Disease
Liver problems
Alcohol related problems
Gallstones
Cancer of gullet, stomach, bowel, pancreas and liver

Investigations for:

Heartburn, Indigestion, Bloating
Constipation, Diarrhoea
Bleeding from back passage/stomach/bowel
Jaundice
Anaemia