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Dr Shankar Ramaswamy
👤 5 years of experience
4,344+
Patients seen
5
Years in practice
11
Publications
1
Languages spoken
About
Dr. Shankar Ramaswamy is a highly trained Pain Specialist and Anaesthetist, with extensive experience and expertise in his field. When based in the UK, he earned a five-star reputation for his exceptional services and held substantive appointments at prestigious institutions, including St Bartholomew’s and Royal London Hospital in the public sector, as well as leading private hospitals in Central London and East London, including the renowned Harley Street and London Bridge areas.
Dr. Ramaswamy's contributions to Pain Management and Anaesthesia extend beyond his clinical practice. He has also held leadership and academic positions, actively engaging in research, undergraduate and postgraduate education. His impressive portfolio includes numerous publications, such as original research articles, review articles, and chapters in prominent textbooks. Moreover, he has been a sought-after speaker, delivering several lectures at national and international events.
With a distinguished medical background, Dr. Ramaswamy achieved his medical doctorate in anaesthesia as a medal scholar from the esteemed Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) in Chandigarh, India. He further honed his skills during training in the prestigious South East Scotland rotation in Edinburgh and completed an Advanced Pain Fellowship at Imperial Healthcare in London.
Dr. Ramaswamy's expertise lies in managing patients with acute, chronic, and cancer-related pain. He offers comprehensive care for various conditions, including neck pain, back pain, post-surgical pain, headaches, facial pain, chronic musculoskeletal and joint pain, fibromyalgia, CRPS and neuropathic pain, abdomen-pelvic pain, sports injuries, cancer pain, and whiplash.
In his practice, Dr. Ramaswamy is highly proficient in a wide range of pain interventions and anaesthetic procedures. These include X-ray and ultrasound-guided interventions, epidural/root block, cervical and lumbar facet joint/medial branch injections, radiofrequency treatment, complex pain interventions (e.g. splanchnic, nerve/hypogastric plexus block), advanced laser therapies, regenerative medicine techniques, and various forms of neuromodulation (spinal cord, DRG stimulation, and peripheral nerve stimulation).
Patients who consult with Dr. Ramaswamy can expect personalized attention and a tailor-made treatment plan for their specific needs. He adopts a holistic approach, empowering patients through education to better manage their pain in the longer term. Additionally, he collaborates with other specialists in a multidisciplinary team, ensuring patients benefit from a comprehensive approach to pain management.
Dr. Ramaswamy's special interests include X-ray and ultrasound-guided injections for spinal pain, headaches, joint pain, and other neuropathic pain and musculoskeletal conditions. He is also well-versed in neuromodulation (neuraxial and peripheral) for various neuropathic pain conditions, as well as regenerative medicine techniques, including PRP injections.
Dr. Ramaswamy's contributions to Pain Management and Anaesthesia extend beyond his clinical practice. He has also held leadership and academic positions, actively engaging in research, undergraduate and postgraduate education. His impressive portfolio includes numerous publications, such as original research articles, review articles, and chapters in prominent textbooks. Moreover, he has been a sought-after speaker, delivering several lectures at national and international events.
With a distinguished medical background, Dr. Ramaswamy achieved his medical doctorate in anaesthesia as a medal scholar from the esteemed Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) in Chandigarh, India. He further honed his skills during training in the prestigious South East Scotland rotation in Edinburgh and completed an Advanced Pain Fellowship at Imperial Healthcare in London.
Dr. Ramaswamy's expertise lies in managing patients with acute, chronic, and cancer-related pain. He offers comprehensive care for various conditions, including neck pain, back pain, post-surgical pain, headaches, facial pain, chronic musculoskeletal and joint pain, fibromyalgia, CRPS and neuropathic pain, abdomen-pelvic pain, sports injuries, cancer pain, and whiplash.
In his practice, Dr. Ramaswamy is highly proficient in a wide range of pain interventions and anaesthetic procedures. These include X-ray and ultrasound-guided interventions, epidural/root block, cervical and lumbar facet joint/medial branch injections, radiofrequency treatment, complex pain interventions (e.g. splanchnic, nerve/hypogastric plexus block), advanced laser therapies, regenerative medicine techniques, and various forms of neuromodulation (spinal cord, DRG stimulation, and peripheral nerve stimulation).
Patients who consult with Dr. Ramaswamy can expect personalized attention and a tailor-made treatment plan for their specific needs. He adopts a holistic approach, empowering patients through education to better manage their pain in the longer term. Additionally, he collaborates with other specialists in a multidisciplinary team, ensuring patients benefit from a comprehensive approach to pain management.
Dr. Ramaswamy's special interests include X-ray and ultrasound-guided injections for spinal pain, headaches, joint pain, and other neuropathic pain and musculoskeletal conditions. He is also well-versed in neuromodulation (neuraxial and peripheral) for various neuropathic pain conditions, as well as regenerative medicine techniques, including PRP injections.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr Shankar Ramaswamy
Education & training
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2011–2017 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2017–2021 Residency · Pain Management
Career & appointments
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2021-09–2022-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
AU — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Pain Management
Malpractice insurance:
HDI Global · 1,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 1,157 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 75 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 2,731 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 2,620 |
Services & pricing
| Service | Duration | Modality | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| New patient consultation (60m) | 60 min | in_clinic|telemed | 180.00 EUR |
| Follow-up consultation (30m) | 30 min | in_clinic|telemed|phone | 90.00 EUR |
| Vaccination administration | 90 min | in_clinic | 450.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 60 min | in_clinic | 180.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 4 · i10: 3
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Validation of clinical scoring in Pain Management
DOI: 10.5743/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 37155180 · cited by 109
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Long-term follow-up of Pain Management across AU
DOI: 10.8396/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 31554636 · cited by 135
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Validation of clinical scoring in Pain Management
DOI: 10.1583/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 34038385 · cited by 145
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Pain Management European Annual Congress (Pain Management) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Pain Management National Society Meeting · Melbourne · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Pain Management — Melbourne · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
- 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2022
- national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2022
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2022
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Pain Management
- Awareness When should you see a pain management?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · shankar.ramaswamy@euroclinics.example
- Accepted international insurance
- Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global
Location
1 tagPatient reviews
9 verified reviews4.89
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9 reviews
- Bedside Manner
- 4.9
- Knowledge
- 5.0
- Wait Time
- 4.6
- Staff Friendliness
- 4.9
- Ease Of Appointment
- 4.8
- Value For Money
- 4.8
- Would Recommend Pct
- 97.0
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Recent reviews
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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★★★★☆ ✓ Verified Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
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