20 Years of Committed Care to Pain Patients
Two decades of dedicated pain care, working alongside Chennai's leading hospitals. Our aim has always been simple: less pain, better function.
A New Attire, Same Mission
Trident Pain Clinics began in 2007 as Back & Pain Centre at Apollo Clinic, GN Chetty Road, Chennai — one of the early dedicated pain medicine services in South India. The name has changed; the careful, consultant-led approach has not.
Since 2007 we have focused on careful assessment and evidence-led pain treatment, in clinic across Chennai and online across India.
Pain Medicine
Care Focus
In Clinic & Online
Consultations
2007
Service Began
Chennai
Locations
What precision pain medicine means at Trident
Pain is personal. Similar symptoms can arise from different conditions, and the same condition can affect people differently. A scan is one part of the assessment; it must be considered alongside the history, examination and the patient’s experience.
Our approach brings together:
- Careful assessment: understanding the pain pattern, function, previous treatment and relevant clinical findings.
- Considered treatment selection: choosing care according to clinical need, available evidence, patient preferences and practical circumstances.
- Image guidance when appropriate: using ultrasound or fluoroscopy to support accurate targeting during selected procedures.
- Planned follow-up: reviewing pain, function, treatment effects and progress towards the patient’s goals.
Precision also means recognising uncertainty, reassessing when needed and avoiding interventions that are unlikely to help. The aim is to offer the care that is appropriate for the individual.
"I chose to build my practice through clinical excellence and the trust that follows it, rather than through personal promotion."
— Dr K. Ravi Krishna
For much of my professional journey, I chose to let clinical work speak for itself.
I have always believed that, in medicine, the most important form of communication is the quality of care we provide—the knowledge we bring to a difficult problem, the decisions we make, the honesty with which we communicate, and the trust that develops over time.
I did not build my practice around personal promotion or advertising. I chose instead to invest in learning, clinical skill and the pursuit of better decisions for patients!
The world has changed, and healthcare has changed with it. Today, communication and digital presence have an important place in helping people find the care they need. I am not opposed to that change. I believe we should move forward with it.
But progress in communication should never replace progress in clinical practice.
At Trident, we want both to have their rightful place: clinical excellence at the centre, and responsible communication around it.
Because being known is not the same as being good at what you do.
And ultimately, it is the latter that matters most!
What Guides Us!
Vision
Better understanding. Better pain care.
To transform the way persistent and complex pain is understood, assessed and treated.
Mission
informed decisions. better care.
To understand each patient's pain, create individualised pathways of care, and measure what matters to the patient.
Excellence
Always learning. Always improving.
Advancing pain medicine through clinical excellence, innovation, education and continuous learning.
Meet Your Specialist
Dr K. Ravi Krishna
MD, AB (Headache Medicine), FIPP, CIPS
WIP-accredited in CIPS and FIPP; American Board certified in Headache Medicine.
Senior Consultant
Apollo Hospitals, Chennai
Education
- MBBS - Mysore University
- MD Anesthesiology - Sri Ramachandra Medical College
- Fellowship - University of Michigan, USA
International Training
- USA - University of Michigan
- Germany - Pain Management
- Hong Kong - Advanced Techniques
Current Roles
- Senior Consultant, Apollo Hospitals
- Head of FNB Fellowship in Pain Medicine
- Mentor - Chennai Ultrasound Study Group
Certifications
- CIPS - World Institute of Pain, Miami, USA
- FIPP - World Institute of Pain, Miami, USA
- American Board Certification in Headache Medicine - AIHS, Chicago, USA
Registrations & Memberships
- Registered Medical Practitioner - Tamil Nadu Medical Council
- Member - Indian Society for the Study of Pain (Indian Chapter of IASP)
Contributions
- Pioneer of Chennai Ultrasound Study Group
- Global conference speaker
- Mentor to young physicians
Innovation
- Creator of m AI tri App
- Digital records since 2009
- AI-powered pain management solutions
Why a Dedicated Pain Clinic?
A calm, dedicated setting for long-term pain care — complementing the hospital care we provide alongside our partners.
Quicker Access
Faster appointments and reduced waiting times
Tailored Care
Personalized treatment plans for each patient
Sensory-Friendly
Quiet environment minimizing pain triggers
Specialized Focus
Dedicated expertise in pain management
A Healing Environment
Our clinic is designed with your comfort in mind. Soft lighting, calming colors, comfortable seating, and indoor plants create a sanctuary where healing can truly begin.
Understanding Chronic Pain Patients
Patients with chronic pain often react sensitively to environmental factors like noise, light, odors, crowds, stress, and anxiety. Traditional hospital settings can exacerbate these triggers.
Satellite clinics provide quiet, soothing environments that minimize triggers. Treatments such as mindfulness, relaxation techniques, and graded exercise are delivered in a sensory-friendly manner.
Your pain specialist doctor in Chennai
Reception hours & locations
Central reception: Mon–Sat, 8 AM – 9 PM
+91 7 698 798 898+91 7 698 798 898- Trident Pain Clinic – OMR, OMR – Perungudi
- Trident Pain Clinic – T. Nagar, T. Nagar, Chennai
- Trident Pain Clinic – Nungambakkam, Nungambakkam, Chennai
- Apollo Hospitals — Greams Road
- AINU — Nungambakkam
- Sooriya Hospital — Mahalingapuram
Qualifications
- MBBS, MD — Anesthesiology
- CIPS & FIPP, World Institute of Pain (Miami, USA)
- American Board Certification in Headache Medicine — AIHS (Chicago, USA)
- Registered — Tamil Nadu Medical Council
- Member — Indian Society for the Study of Pain
Begin Your Journey
Taking the first step toward pain relief starts here. We're ready when you are.