Dr. Meenakshi V V
MBBS, MD (Anaesthesia), National Fellowship in Palliative Medicine
Dr. Meenakshi V V
Palliative Medicine
Clinical Philosophy
Dr. Meenakshi V.V. is the Head of the Department of Palliative Medicine at the Cancer Institute (WIA), Chennai. She transitioned from a successful career in Anaesthesia to Palliative Care in 2021, driven by a dedication to improving quality of life for cancer patients.
Her clinical focus includes malignant bowel obstruction and expert pain management, including the use of methadone. She has contributed significantly to improving early referral systems for palliative care within the institution and is actively involved in national education and quality improvement programs.
Areas of Expertise
Precision FocusPalliative Care in Oncology
Methadone use
Malignant Bowel Obstruction
Academic Credentials
DA (Anaesthesia)
DNB (Anaesthesia)
National Fellowship in Palliative Medicine
National Fellowship in Palliative Medicine
Institute of Palliative Medicine, Kozhikode
MD (Anaesthesia)
Christian Medical College, Vellore
MBBS
The Tamilnadu Dr. MGR Medical University
Clinical Experience
Head
Department of Palliative Medicine, Adyar, Chennai-36
