Book an appointment
The fastest way to reach Dr. Rahul Krishnan directly is WhatsApp. You can also call a hospital, or find the location and day that works for you below.
Where to find him
Kanhangad Cooperative Hospital
Kanhangad, Kasaragod District, Kerala
Indiana Hospital
Bekal, Kasaragod District, Kerala
Universal Hospital
Near Kite Beach, Kanhangad, Kerala
Universal Hospital is by appointment only — please message ahead on WhatsApp rather than walking in.
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Fill this in and it'll come through as a message — good for non-urgent questions. For anything time-sensitive, WhatsApp is faster.
Frequently asked questions
Not always — it depends entirely on what's actually going on. Plenty of joint and ligament problems respond well to rehab and conservative treatment. Surgery gets recommended when it's genuinely the better option for your specific case, and that's always explained clearly, not assumed.
It varies a lot by procedure and by person — a fracture and a knee replacement have very different timelines. You'll get a realistic recovery estimate specific to your case during your consultation, not a generic number.
Pain management is part of the plan, not an afterthought — both during and after treatment. If something is likely to be uncomfortable, that's explained upfront so there are no surprises.
This depends on the hospital, since each has its own tie-ups. Send a WhatsApp message with your insurer's name and the hospital you'd prefer, and we'll confirm before you come in.
Message on WhatsApp with the location that suits you, and you'll hear back with the next available slot at that hospital's OPD days.
No referral needed — you can book directly for a consultation at any of the three locations.
Any existing X-rays, MRI scans, or reports related to your problem, plus a list of any medications you're currently on. If you don't have prior imaging, that's fine too — it can be arranged.