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Dr. R. Rajesh kannan

Professor, Department of Radiology, School of Medicine, Kochi

Qualification: MD, DNB, PDCC
rajeshkr@aims.amrita.edu

Bio Publications Area of Expertise Qualification Work Experience Observerships Achievements Papers Presented
Bio

Dr. Rajesh Kannan, a distinguished radiologist, has been a vital part of Amrita Hospital since 2005. With over 20 years of specialized experience in cardiac imaging, including paediatric cardiac MRI, Dr. Kannan has developed a strong expertise in utilizing advanced imaging technologies. He has extensive experience working with 1.5T and 3T MRI systems, excelling in MR angiography, arthrography, functional imaging, epilepsy and cardiac applications.

Since 2018, Dr. Kannan has also been at the forefront of integrated PET-MRI imaging, further expanding his proficiency in cutting-edge diagnostic techniques.

Languages Known

  • English
  • Tamil
  • Kannada
  • Malayalam
Publications

Journal Article

Year : 2020

Phenotypic expression and clinical outcomes in a South Asian PRKAG2 cardiomyopathy cohort

Cite this Research Publication : Hisham Ahamed , Aniketh Vijay Balegadde , Shilpa Menon , Ramesh Menon , Aishwarya Ramachandran , Navin Mathew , K. U. Natarajan , Indu Ramachandran Nair , Rajesh Kannan , Meghna Shankar , Oommen K. Mathew , Thong T. Nguyen , Ravi Gupta , Eric W. Stawiski , V. L. Ramprasad , Somasekar Seshagiri & Sameer Phalke, Phenotypic expression and clinical outcomes in a South Asian PRKAG2 cardiomyopathy cohort, Nature Scientific Reports 2020.

Year : 2014

Imaging findings in a distinct lethal inherited arteriopathy syndrome associated with a novel mutation in the FBLN4 gene

Cite this Research Publication : Dr. Rajesh kannan, Dr. Mahesh K., Dr. Sheela Nampoothiri, Malfait, F., De Paepe, A., Moorthy, S., and , “Imaging findings in a distinct lethal inherited arteriopathy syndrome associated with a novel mutation in the FBLN4 gene”, European radiology, vol. 24, pp. 1742–1748, 2014.

Publisher : European radiology

Year : 2011

Understanding the physiology of complex congenital heart disease using cardiac magnetic resonance imaging

Cite this Research Publication : Ma Kappanayil, Kannan, Rb, and Kumar, R. Ka, “Understanding the physiology of complex congenital heart disease using cardiac magnetic resonance imaging”, Annals of Pediatric Cardiology, vol. 4, pp. 177-182, 2011.

Publisher : Annals of Pediatric Cardiology

Year : 2010

Role of 64-MDCT in Evaluation of Pulmonary Atresia With Ventricular Septal Defect

Cite this Research Publication : Ramiah Rajeshkannan, Srikanth Moorthy, Karumathil Pullara Sreekumar, Pothera Veetil Ramachandran, Raman Krishna Kumar, and Kavaseri Subramaniiyer Remadevi, Role of 64-MDCT in Evaluation of Pulmonary Atresia With Ventricular Septal Defect, AJR,2010.

Year : 2010

Imaging in diabetic ischemic foot

Cite this Research Publication : Da Lingegowda, Moorthy, Sb, Sreekumar, Kb, and Kannan, Rb, “Imaging in diabetic ischemic foot”, International Journal of Diabetes in Developing Countries, vol. 30, pp. 179-184, 2010.

Publisher : International Journal of Diabetes in Developing Countries

Conference Paper

Year : 2023

Vision-Guided Robot for Product Inspection

Cite this Research Publication : A. Natarajan, P. S and R. K. Megalingam, "Vision-Guided Robot for Product Inspection," 2023 International Conference on IoT, Communication and Automation Technology (ICICAT), Gorakhpur, India, 2023, pp. 1-6, doi: 10.1109/ICICAT57735.2023.10263666.

Publisher : IEEE

Book Chapter

Year : 2023

Comprehensive Textbook of Clinical Radiology Volume III: Chest and Cardiovascular System

Cite this Research Publication : Rajesh Kannan,Comprehensive Textbook of Clinical Radiology Volume III: Chest and Cardiovascular System,Elsevier,2023.

Publisher : Elsevier

Patents

Year : 2013

Robotic Machine for Climbing Coconut Trees And Harvesting Coconuts

Cite this Research Publication : Dr. R. Rajesh Kannan, Rao R. Bhavani, “Robotic Machine for Climbing Coconut Trees and Harvesting Coconuts”, 4794/CHE/2013 Patent 452646 Granted on September 19, 2023


Book

Year : 2021

CT and MRI in Congenital Heart Diseases

Cite this Research Publication : Ramiah Rajeshkannan, Vimal Raj, Sanjaya Viswamitra, CT and MRI in Congenital Heart Diseases , Springer, 2021.

Publisher : Springer

Area of Expertise
  • Cardiac Imaging: Over 20 years of experience, including pediatric cardiac MRI.
  • MRI Specialization: Proficient in 1.5T and 3T MRI systems, with expertise in MR angiography, arthrography, functional imaging, epilepsy, and cardiac applications.
  • Integrated PET-MRI Imaging: Experienced in integrated PET-MRI since 2018, applying advanced diagnostic techniques including Cardiac PET-MRI.
  • Ultrasound and CT-Guided Procedures: Skilled in USG and CT-guided biopsy, as well as percutaneous drainage of thoracoabdominal collections.
  • Interventional Radiology: Expertise in diagnostic angiography, peripheral angioplasty, embolization of hemoptysis, GI bleeds, and liver tumors.
  • Biliary and Renal Interventions: Proficient in biliary drainage, percutaneous nephrostomy, radiofrequency ablation (RFA), and microwave ablation (MWA).
  • Assisted Neuro-Interventional Procedures: Experienced in supporting a variety of neuro-interventional procedures.
Qualification
  • PDCC in Interventional Radiology: SCTIMST, Trivandrum (Dec 2003)
  • MD (Radiodiagnosis): JIPMER, Pondicherry (Mar 2002)
  • DNB (Radiodiagnosis): National Board of Examination, New Delhi (Oct 2002)
  • MBBS: Madurai Medical College, Tamil Nadu (Dec 1996)
Work Experience
  • Assistant Professor: Amrita School of Medicine, Kochi (Jan 2004 – Dec 2009)
  • Associate Professor: Amrita School of Medicine, Kochi (Jan 2010 – March 2020)
  • Professor: Amrita School of Medicine, Kochi (April 2020 – Present)
Observerships
  • Interventional Radiology: One-month observership at SCTIMST, Trivandrum (Oct 2002).
  • Pediatric Cardiac MRI: Eight-week observership at SickKids Hospital, Toronto, Canada (Sep–Oct 2015).
Achievements
  • Member of Society for cardiac MRI (SCMR), European Society of Radiology (ESR), Indian asso of cardiac imaging (IACI), Indian Society of Pediatric Radiology (ISPR), Indian Society of Vascular and Interventional Radiology (ISVIR), Indian radiological & imaging association (IRIA) .
  • Attended ESMRMB School of MRI Course on Advanced Cardiac MRI at Zagreb, Croatia (September 1-3, 2016).
  • ESMRMB and ISMRM Certified Teacher in Clinical MRI.
  • Vice President of IACI (2016-2019).
  • General Secretary of IACI (2019-2022).
  • Received Amrita Innovation & Research Award 2021 and Chancellor’s Publication Award and Cash Prize from Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham.
  • Sub-specialty Head, Pediatric Cardiac Division of ICRI (2020-2024).

Examiner Roles

  • External examiner for MD and DMRD at JSS Medical College, Mysore (April 2015).
  • External DNB examiner (June 2017, 2020, 2022,2024).
  • Internal MD examiner at Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences (2021, 2022).
Papers Presented

Dr. RajeshKannan has presented over 280 papers at prestigious national and international conferences. Some notable presentations include:

  • “Interventions in IVC Stenosis” – Sixth Annual Conference of ISVIR & ISNR, Chandigarh, 2003.
  • “Diagnosis and management of Struma cordis” – Global CMR conference, London 2024.
  • “Comparative Study of USG & CT in Renal Masses” – IRIA Conference TN & Pondicherry Chapter, Chennai, 2001 (Prize Paper).
  • “Neuroimaging in epilepsy” -Epilepsy winter school organised by Indian epilepsy society, Varanasi 2024 .
  • “Imaging in aortic stenosis” – Cardiac imaging conference, CSI-west bengal branch Kolkata 2023.
  • “Role of CMR in Congenital Heart Disease” – 10th National Mid Term CME of ISPR, JIPMER, Puducherry, 2019.
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