Murugappan Ramanathan, MD

Ear, Nose & Throat Doctor

436.2 mi · 6420 Rockledge Dr, Ste 4920, Bethesda, MD 20817

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At a glance

3.40 stars (1 review)

68% are satisfied with this provider ·

Accepts 6 insurances

Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·

Has 20+ years of experience

Graduated from University Of Texas Medical Branch Galveston

Affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine-Suburban Hospital

Johns Hopkins Medicine-Sibley Memorial Hospital and 1 more

Patient review summary

3.40

The reviews present mixed experiences with Dr. Ramanathan. On the positive side, many patients commend his expertise and dedication, particularly in diagnosing and treating complex sinus and breathing issues, such as performing turbinate reduction surgeries. These patients report significant improvements in their breathing, sinus pain, and overall health following his procedures. They appreciate his thoroughness, patience, and willingness to provide clear explanations and recommendations, even referring them to specialists when necessary. On the other hand, some patients express dissatisfaction with his approach, feeling that he prioritizes reputation over patient care. They mention concerns about limited attention during appointments, prolonged treatments without results, and a lack of clear communication. Overall, while many patients are highly satisfied with their outcomes, a few feel let down by the process and care provided. The above is a summary of provider feedback collected from external public sources.

The above is a summary of provider feedback collected from external public sources

Office locations

Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda

402.3 mi · 6420 Rockledge Dr, Ste 4920, Bethesda, MD, 20817

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Sibley Memorial Hospital

405.2 mi · 5215 Loughboro Rd NW, Ste 140, Washington, DC, 20016

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Aetna

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Cigna

UnitedHealthcare

Aetna

BlueCross BlueShield

Cigna

UnitedHealthcare

Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

Chronic sinusitis

Endoscopic sinus surgery

Chronic sinusitis

Endoscopic sinus surgery

More about Murugappan Ramanathan, MD

Dr. Murugappan Ramanathan is an ear, nose, and throat doctor who speaks English and Tamil. He practices at Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center in Bethesda, Maryland, and Sibley Memorial Hospital in Washington, DC. Dr. Ramanathan completed his bachelor’s degree at Yale University and obtained his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine. He then completed his internship in surgery at Johns Hopkins University and his otolaryngology - head and neck surgery residency at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Ramanathan advanced his training by completing a rhinology and skull base surgery fellowship at Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Ramanathan is board-certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. He is a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery and the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Ramanathan is affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine-Suburban Hospital and Johns Hopkins Hospital. He has won several awards and published research papers in journals.

Education & experience

Education

University Of Texas Medical Branch Galveston, Medical School, 2004

Affiliation

Johns Hopkins Medicine-Suburban Hospital

Johns Hopkins Medicine-Sibley Memorial Hospital

Johns Hopkins Hospital

Certifications

American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery

License

MD State Medical License active through September 2025 #D68707

DC State Medical License active through December 2024 #MD048745

Professional memberships

American College of Surgeons

American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery

Awards and publications

Castle Connolly Top Doctor

Prince Edmund Fowler Award for Outstanding Basic Science Thesis, Triological Society, Ramanathan M Jr., London, NR Jr., Tharakan A, Surya, N., Sussan, TE, Rao, X, Lin, SY, Toskala E, Rajagopalan S, Biswal, S. Airborne particulate matter induces non-allergic eosinophilic sinonasal inflammation in mice. Am J Respir Cell Mol Biol. 2017 Feb 28. doi: 10.1165/rcmb.2016-0351OC

Johns Hopkins Clinician Scientist Award, London NR Jr, Tharakan A, Mendiola M, Sussan TE, Chen M, Dobzanski A, Lane AP, Sidhaye V, Biswal S, Ramanathan M Jr. Deletion of Nrf2 enhances susceptibility to eosinophilic sinonasal inflammation in a murine model of rhinosinusitis. Int Forum Allergy Rhinol. 2018 Oct 3. doi: 10.1002/alr.22222. PMID: 30281933

American Rhinologic Society Basic Science Research Award, London NR, Tharakan A, Lane AP, Biswal S, Ramanathan M Jr. Nrf2 activation restores house dust mite induced sinonasal epithelial cell barrier dysfunction, International Forum of Allergy and Rhinology, 2017 May;7(5):536-541. doi: 10.1002/alr.21916