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Dr. Kannan Gunasekaran

Dr. Kannan Gunasekaran

MBBS, DNB, EDiR, ECPNR, MBA

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Dr. Kannan Gunasekaran is a highly accomplished Pediatric Radiologist with over 14 years of experience in diagnostic radiology. He serves as the Lead Consultant – Division of Pediatric Radiology at KMCH Multispeciality Hospital, Coimbatore.
With international fellowship training and European board certifications, he brings globally benchmarked expertise in neonatal and pediatric imaging. His practice is defined by diagnostic precision, child-centered imaging protocols, and radiation-safe strategies, making him a key referral specialist for complex pediatric and neonatal cases.

Academic Qualifications & International Training

  • MBA – hospital management  
  • Fellowship in Pediatric Neuroradiology – SPIN (Society of Pediatric Neuroimaging), 2024
  • European Diploma in Radiology (EDiR) – European Board of Radiology
  • European Certification in Pediatric Neuroradiology (ECPNR)
  • Fellowship in Pediatric Radiology – Wilhelmina Children’s Hospital, University Medical Center Utrecht, Netherlands
  • Fellowship in cardiac MRI- NH, Bangalore 
  • DNB (Radiodiagnosis) – PSG Institute of Medical Sciences & Research
  • MBBS – Thanjavur Medical College

Professional Experience

Since joining KMCH in 2015, Dr. Kannan has played a pivotal role in strengthening Pediatric Imaging services at the institution. He works closely with neonatology, pediatric neurology, pediatric surgery, pediatric oncology and emergency teams, contributing to multidisciplinary decision-making in complex cases.

  • Establishing advanced Pediatric MRI protocols
  • Developing structured neonatal neuroimaging workflows
  • Optimizing radiation dose strategies for children
  • Enhancing pediatric emergency imaging services

His expertise spans high-volume MRI, CT, and ultrasound imaging with a strong emphasis on accuracy, safety, and clinical correlation.

Specialized Clinical Expertise

  • Neonatal and Pediatric Neuroimaging
  • Pediatric onco imaging 
  • Pediatric Emergency Imaging
  • Advanced Cross-Sectional Imaging (MRI & CT)
  • Radiation Dose Optimization in Children
  • Ultrasound-Guided Pediatric Procedures

He has particular academic interest in neonatal stroke imaging and MRI evaluation of pediatric seizure disorders.

Pioneer & Regional Contributions

  • First internationally fellowship-trained Pediatric Radiologist in the Kongu region, introducing global pediatric imaging standards to Western Tamil Nadu.
  • Strengthened and expanded dedicated Pediatric MRI and Neuroimaging services at KMCH.
  • Actively promotes child-focused, radiation-conscious imaging practices across the region.
  • Contributed to advancing structured neonatal brain imaging protocols in tertiary pediatric care.

Research & Academic Contributions

Dr. Kannan is an active academic contributor with multiple peer-reviewed publications in reputed international journals. His research interests include:

  • Neonatal stroke imaging and outcome correlation
  • MRI in neonatal seizures
  • Pediatric neurodevelopmental disorders
  • Radiation dose optimization in CT imaging

He is a regular faculty speaker at national, international Pediatric Radiology conferences and postgraduate academic programs.

Professional Memberships

  • Indian Radiological & Imaging Association (IRIA)
  • Indian Society of Paediatric Radiology (ISPR)
  • European Society of Radiology (ESR)
  • European Society of Paediatric Radiology (ESPR)