Pioneering Compassionate Pain Care
Dr K. Ravi Krishna
MBBS, MD, CIPS, FIPP, AB (Headache Medicine)
WIP-accredited in CIPS and FIPP; American Board certified in Headache Medicine.
Founder of Trident Pain Clinics. Dr K. Ravi Krishna has dedicated his career to transforming chronic pain management with over 20 years at the forefront of pain medicine.

Senior Consultant
Apollo Hospitals, Chennai

CIPS & FIPP
Certification in Interventional Pain Sonology and Fellowship in Interventional Pain Practice — examinations taken at Miami, Florida, USA.

Board Certified in Headache Medicine
American Board certification validating specialist expertise in Headache Medicine — examination taken at Chicago, Illinois, USA.

Member
Indian Chapter of the International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP).
Registered Medical Practitioner
State medical council registration, Chennai — est. 1914.
"I chose clinical excellence as the foundation of my professional journey. Today, I recognise that responsible communication has an important role in helping patients find and understand good care."
— Dr K. Ravi Krishna
Expertise & Qualifications
MBBS
University of Mysore
MD Anaesthesiology
SRMC, Chennai
CIPS
Certification in Interventional Pain Sonology - Miami, USA
FIPP
Fellowship in Interventional Pain Practice - Miami, USA
AB
American Board Certification in Headache Medicine - AIHS, Chicago, USA
Vision
Frustrated by the one-size-fits-all approach commonly seen in pain management, Dr K. Ravi Krishna founded Trident Pain Clinics to provide a more comprehensive, ethical, and holistic solution to chronic pain. His goal was simple: to create a clinic where patients not only experience relief but are empowered to take control of their health, regain mobility, and lead fulfilling, pain-free lives.
Leader in Holistic Care
At the heart of Dr K. Ravi Krishna's practice is the belief that treating pain is about more than just managing symptoms. It's about restoring function, mobility, and overall well-being. His holistic approach integrates physical, emotional, and mental well-being, leading to lasting pain relief and rejuvenation.
Innovation & Excellence
Trident Pain Clinics (formerly Back & Pain Centre) has become a trusted name in pain medicine, known for utilizing the latest advancements in technology, interventional procedures, and patient care. Dr K. Ravi Krishna's compassionate approach has earned the trust and gratitude of thousands of patients.
Nurturing the Next Generation
- Senior Consultant for 18 years at one of India's leading corporate hospitals
- International Faculty member at prestigious universities worldwide
- Program Director for the Fellowship of National Board (FNB) in Pain Medicine

Dedicated to Excellence
With over two decades of experience, Dr K. Ravi Krishna brings precision, compassion, and cutting-edge techniques to every procedure. His commitment to staying at the forefront of pain medicine ensures patients receive the most advanced and effective treatments available.
As a pioneer in interventional pain management in India, he continues to train the next generation of pain physicians while providing exceptional care to thousands of patients.
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
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