Ramanathapur Natesh
Surgeon
1100 Essington Road Joliet Illinois, 60435About
Dr. Ramanathapur Natesh is a general surgeon practicing in Joliet, Illinois. Dr. Natesh specializes in abdominal contents including the esophagus, stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas and often thyroid glands. General surgeons are able to deal with almost any surgical or critical care emergency, also involving the skin or soft tissue trauma. Dr. Natesh provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.
Education and Training
Mysore Medical College
Board Certification
American Board of Surgery (London
United States
Glasgow
Canada
India)
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Ramanathapur Natesh's Expert Contributions
The results of my CAT scan?
Most likely a hernia mesh with ring. Check with your hospital or surgeon what type of mesh was used If no mesh was used could be a clip on the vessels or nerve READ MORE
Replacing levothyroxine w/ an all natural supplement?
Check t3 t4 and tshlevels. If she had total thyroidectomy she should take levothyroxin. There is really no short cut. Any other supplements won’t be enough ! READ MORE
I have burning pain exactly at my naval?
People won’t help you. You may have an umbilical sinus or fistula. You need a proper examination by your pcp or surgeon. READ MORE
Mobile cecum
Looks like autoimmune disease causing your problems. See a rheumatologist. Need lots of work up. Needs too many imaging studies. Complicated. See your pcp who should do work up and proper referrals READ MORE
Is there epiglottis damage from a ventilator?
You need ent consult to evaluate it READ MORE
My husband has stomach pain?
Get ultrasound of gall bladder bladder. He may have gall stones. Or could be food related READ MORE
I have a positive discogram?
See spine surgeon READ MORE
What causes a dull abdominal ache?
You may have appendix problems. Appendicular colic. Do cat scan abd and pelvis and then decide further treatment. READ MORE
I have colon polyps?
There is difference between hyperplasia and dysplasia! Dysplasia is pre cancerous. Discuss with your gi regarding pathology report. READ MORE
I have a constant dull pain on my right side?
You need colonoscopy first! Talk to your pcp. READ MORE
Stomach issues?
Yes. You should see a pediatric gastroenterologist. You can have GI tract anomalies which could cause similar symptoms. And you need a CAT scan of the brain to check pituitary and other pathology ASAP. READ MORE
How accurate is a rectal exam?
You can not diagnose small bowel blockage on rectal exam. May be you had stool impaction You need proper exam. Drink plenty of water and fluids. READ MORE
Can a person with an unclosed heart hole have hip replacement surgery?
You need cardiac clearance before doing surgery. Otherwise she may develop a stroke after or during surgery. Check with your interventional. cardiologist who does those procedures often! READ MORE
Pain and severe discomfort with bowel movements and sexual relief frustration?
You need a colonoscopy. See gi READ MORE
Can sinus infections cause facial twitching?
More likely possibility. Give it a few weeks after the abx. READ MORE
Losing fluids and taking kidney hits?
You should check with your surgeon how many feet of small bowel left after 10 bowel resection! You have short gut syndrome. Check with univ hospital regarding small bowel transplant. READ MORE
Chest injury?
It looks like cartilaginous injury. It healed and caused deformity. Not much can be done. As it hurts occasionally just leave it alone maybe better. If any surgery done it won’t heal and get into complications. Cartilage is poorly vascularised. READ MORE
I have pain in left pinky toe can you help me?
Get X-ray of the toe and buddy tape 4 th and 5 toe. READ MORE
Upper part of my stomach?
You need to get upper endoscopy and ultrasound of gall bladder and abdomen. And labs. See your pcp first READ MORE
Can a bone bruise hide a tear in your knee?
You probably have chondromalacia patella. Check with orthopedic. Wear a knee brace when you run or jog READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- International Public Speaking -
Awards
- Best Teaching Awards 1981-1986
Internships
- Vanderbilt Medical School, Mary Medical College
Professional Society Memberships
- American College of Surgeons, Association of Surgeons of India, The Royal College of Surgeons of England
What do you attribute your success to?
His hard work
Hobbies / Sports
- Tennis, Swimming
Favorite professional publications
- American College of Surgeons
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