Dr. Ravi Kerur

Dr. Ravi Kerur

M.B.B.S., M.D., F.I.P.M. (Fellowship in Pain Management)

Anaesthesiology

12+ Years

Kannada, English, Hindi, Marathi

KLES Dr. Prabhakar Kore Hospital & MRC, Belagavi

About Doctor

Dr. Ravi Kerur is a highly experienced Anaesthesiologist with 12 years of experience and a specialization in Pain Management. He is known for his expertise in non-surgical treatments for a wide range of acute and chronic pain conditions, focusing on restoring function and improving quality of life. Dr. Kerur is fluent in Kannada, English, Hindi, and Marathi. He currently practices at KLES Dr. Prabhakar Kore Hospital & MRC in Belagavi. Dr. Kerur's treatment approach involves understanding the root cause of pain and providing individualized solutions. He offers a variety of non-surgical therapies including ultrasound-guided injections, epidurals, trigger point injections, regenerative therapies, acupuncture, and more. His goal is to provide safe, effective, and long-lasting pain relief without surgery, helping patients regain control over their lives. Dr. Kerur is a member of the Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists and the Indian Society for Study of Pain. He has also published several research papers in reputable journals, showcasing his commitment to advancing the field of Pain Management.

Past Experiences

  • Assistant Professor RCSM Government Medical College, Kolhapur
  • Assistant Professor Vinayaka Mission’s Kirupananda Variyar Medical College, Salem

Expertise

  • I specialize in the non-surgical treatment of a wide range of acute and chronic pain conditions, with a focus on restoring function and improving quality of life through evidence-based, minimally invasive therapies.
  • My clinical approach is centered on understanding the root cause of pain and offering individualized, targeted solutions.
  • I manage various types of chronic pain, including:
    • Chronic back and neck pain
    • Joint pain (knee, shoulder, hip, etc.)
    • S ciatica and radiculopathy
    • Trigeminal neuralgia and facial pain
    • Myofascial pain syndrome
    • Headaches and migraines
    • Post-surgical pain
    • Neuropathic pain (e.g., diabetic neuropathy, post-herpetic neuralgia)
    • Fibromyalgia
    • Pelvic and abdominal pain
    • Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
  • To address these conditions, I utilize a wide array of non-surgical treatments, including:
    • Ultrasound-guided joint and soft tissue injections
    • Epidural and selective nerve root injections
    • Trigger point injections
    • Prolotherapy and regenerative therapies such as PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma)
    • Ozone therapy
    • Acupuncture
    • Radiofrequency ablation procedures
    • Neuromodulation techniques
    • Lifestyle counseling and physical rehabilitation protocols
  • My goal is to provide safe, effective, and long-lasting pain relief without the need for surgery, helping patients regain control over their lives.

Conditions Treated

  • Chronic back and neck pain
  • Joint pain
  • Sciatica and radiculopathy
  • Trigeminal neuralgia and facial pain
  • Myofascial pain syndrome
  • Headaches and migraines

Procedures

  • Ultrasound-guided joint and soft tissue injections
  • Epidural and selective nerve root injections
  • Trigger point injections
  • Prolotherapy and regenerative therapies such as PRP
  • Ozone therapy
  • Acupuncture

Memberships

  • Member of Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists
  • Member of Indian Society for Study of Pain

Publications

  • 1. Kerur R, Deshmukh P, Hanagandi M, Apoorva P. Comparative evaluation of ultrasound-guided supraclavicular approach and subclavian perivascular approach to brachial plexus block for upper-limb surgeries: A prospective study. Journal of Clinical and Scientific Research. 2023;12(1):41-44. Citations: 1
  • 2. Adhyapak N, Mane R, Patil M, Kerur R, Apoorva P, Zeeshan AQ. Ultrasound guided combined sciatic plus femoral nerve block in high risk patients posted for lower limb surgeries. Regional Anesthesia & Pain Medicine. 2021;70(Suppl 1):A90-A91. Citations: 1
  • 3. Kerur R, Mallapur B, Deshmukh P, Powar R. A Systematic Review of Perioperative Nerve Blocks for Cleft Lip and Palate Surgeries. Medical Journal of Dr. DY Patil University. 2024;17(4):696-706.
  • 4. Agarwal P, Deshmukh P, Kamat C, Kerur R, Hanagandi M, Shetty G. Comparative Assessment of Analgesic Efficacy of TAP Block with Dexmedetomidine, Ropivacaine and with Ropivacaine Alone in Open Lower Abdominal Gynecological Surgeries. Red Flower Publication Pvt. Ltd. 2019.
  • 5. Kerur R, Kadlimatti DV. Assessment of Airway Changes in Pregnant Women at Onset of Labour, Following Delivery and after 48 Hours. Indian Journal of Anesthesia and Analgesia. 2018;Page 825.
  • 6. Deshmukh P, Hanagandi M, Gadvi P, Kamat C, Kerur R. Comparing Preemptive Ketamine Nebulization and Intravenous Ketamine for Post-Operative Analgesia in Children Undergoing Tonsillectomy. Journal of Babol University of Medical Sciences. Year not specified; Pages 0-0.
  • 7. Kerur R, Agrawal PI. The Comparative Study of “Combined Lumbar Plexus Block and Low Dose Epidural Anesthesia” with “Epidural Anesthesia” for Surgeries Involving Upper One-Third of Femur. Details incomplete; likely unpublished or in local conference proceedings.
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