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Apollo Hospitals
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Location
Chennai
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Established in
1983
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Accreditations
- JCI
- NABH
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Specialty
Multi Specialty
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Number of beds
560
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About Hospital
Apollo Hospitals on Greams Road, Chennai is the flagship hospital of Apollo Hospitals Enterprise, founded in 1983, and one of India’s most trusted and recognised tertiary-care institutions. It was the pioneer in introducing corporate healthcare in India, setting high standards in quality and patient care right from the beginning.
This hospital is an establishment with over sixty clinical and surgical departments working under internationally trained specialists, backed by the best of modern systems, care, and administrative teams. It has a daily OPD flow of more than 1,500 patients, with over 500 international consultations happening monthly. Hence, it appears as a much sought-after name for local, national, and international patients requiring expert opinions.
Apollo Greams Road is considered to bring a combination of medical excellence, innovation, and compassion-the motto of Apollo to make medical care of international standards available to each one."
Just stepping through the entrance of the hospital will tell you all about cleanliness along with courteous staff and a serene atmosphere at the reception. Patients from all over—be they locals or from overseas—come here for everything from check-ups to complex surgeries and second opinions.
Four pillars define its strength:
- Talent – Particularly experienced doctors, many of them trained overseas.
- Technology – Cutting-edge tools like robotic surgery, PET-CT, CyberKnife, and AI-assisted diagnostics.
- Infrastructure – The patient rooms are well thought out, with gardens, clear signage, and helpful amenities.
- Service – Bearing kind interactions, in-efficient procedures, and transparent communications.
Apollo Greams Road holds high-level accreditations:
- NABH for hospital quality and safety standards.
- NABL (ISQua‑certified) for laboratory excellence.
- AAHRPP accreditation, showing strict research ethics compliance and clinical trial standards
- ISO 9001:2008, covering clinical, nursing, diagnostic, and allied services
The hospital has also earned national and international awards for clinical quality, patient safety, and environmental stewardship, reinforcing its leadership among top healthcare providers.
Campus & Environment
Located in central Chennai at 21, Greams Lane off Greams Road, the hospital sits in a busy yet calming neighbourhood, with easy access and local amenities. The area around Greams Road has even developed a local community of patients and visitors, including many from West Bengal and Bangladesh, creating a welcoming “mini‑Kolkata” ambience nearby.
The hospital layout fosters healing:
- Spacious walkways and multilingual signage.
- Wheelchair‑friendly corridors and accessible waiting areas.
- Comfortable lobbies with seating, cafeterias, prayer rooms, and gardens to relax and regroup.
These thoughtful details set a calm tone, promoting well‑being and confidence from entry to discharge.
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Team and Specialities
Apollo Greams Road has over 275 consultants and more than 1,700 trained staff, covering 60+ specialities, with cutting-edge care in each department. This includes over 600 inpatient beds, with large dedicated ICUs for cardiac, neurological, neonatal, and more.
The medical team comprises internationally trained physicians and award-winning experts. Several departments—including oncology, neurosurgery, and gastroenterology—are led by highly experienced specialists. Apollo also supports advanced academic and research programs, producing innovations and skilled future professionals within healthcare.
Major Centres of Excellence include:
- Cancer Care (Oncology)
- Cardiac Sciences & Cardiothoracic Surgery
- Neurosciences
- Orthopaedics & Joint Replacement
- Organ Transplants
- Gastroenterology & Hepatology
- Urology & Nephrology
- Emergency & Trauma Care
These units work together in multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring seamless, coordinated care for patients.
Speciality Centres & Services
Cancer Care (Oncology)
Patients benefit from medical oncology, surgical oncology, and radiotherapy in one integrated setting. The hospital is equipped with PET‑CT, IMRT/IGRT, CyberKnife robotic radiotherapy, and advanced chemo services. Weekly tumour‑board meetings guide personalised care plans and outcomes.
Cardiology & Cardiothoracic Surgery
Operations for Complex Heart Disease, including Angioplasty, CABG, Valve Repair, and Pacemaker Implants. Hybrid Cath Labs, 3D Mapping, IVUS, and Robotic Assisted Procedures for Accuracy are some of the facilities available.
Neurosciences
Brain tumour, epilepsy, stroke, and spinal surgeries are done with neuro-navigation, stereotactic, and intra-operative imaging for more safety and accuracy.
Orthopaedics & Joint Replacement
Orthopaedics include hip and knee joint replacements, sports injuries, arthroscopic surgeries, and revisions. Further cutting-edge techniques, such as robotic-assisted joint procedures, are designed for accelerated recovery with an all-around rehabilitation structure.
Transplantation
Apollo performs kidney, liver, heart, and bone marrow transplants that include ABO incompatible and highly complex cases, supported by expert perioperative assistance and long-term follow-up.
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
The digestive and liver disorders are dealt with ERCP, fibroscan, capsule endoscopy, and laparoscopic techniques. Integrated diagnostics ensure that the treatment is accurate and timely.
Urology & Nephrology
Services include dialysis, robotic urology surgeries, kidney prostate or bladder treatment, and kidney transplantation. Laser and robotic techniques enable precise and minimally invasive care.
Pulmonology & Respiratory Medicine
Diagnosis and treatment for asthma, COPD, TB, lung cancer, and sleep disorders utilize bronchoscopy, cryobiopsy, and hospital-grade imaging supported by emergency care backups.
Emergency & Trauma Services
A 24/7 trauma centre with ICU ambulances, fall-back air ambulance options, and rapid-response teams is equipped to handle critical emergencies like strokes, heart attacks, or major injuries.
Infrastructure
Beds & Intensive Care Units:
has 600+ beds with more than 140 ICU beds like NICU, PICU, CCU, and ITU for specific requirements.
Operation Theatres:
Over 20 modular OTs, provisioned for cardiac, neurological, pediatric, orthopaedic, IVF, ophthalmic and general surgeries. The theatres are of high laminar airflow and safety standards.
Diagnostic & Imaging:
Features 3 Tesla MRI, 128-slice CT, PET‑CT (Discovery IQ Gen‑2), digital X-ray, SPECT/CT, DEXA scans, and 3D/4D ultrasound facilities—providing quick, accurate diagnostic reports.
Surgical & Radiation Technology:
State-of-art technologies such as Da Vinci robotic surgery, CyberKnife radiosurgery, IMRT/IGRT, O-arm navigation, and hybrid cath labs facilitate accurate surgical and radiation therapies.
Smart ICU / E-ICU:
All the critical care units employ 24/7 digital monitoring, which enables specialists to remotely monitor patients and intervene promptly to safeguard patients' well-being.
Facilities vary from general wards to VIP private suites, all air-conditioned with free Wi-Fi, TV, nurse-call system, phone and fridge. Amenities are cafeterias, meditation rooms, lounges, secured parking facilities and multilingual support—particularly for international patients.
Address
Greams Lane, 21, Greams Rd, Thousand Lights West, Thousand Lights Chennai, 600006 India
Nearby Locations
Airport (Chennai International Airport (MAA)):
- Distance: 17 Km
- Duration: 30-45 mins by car
Metro (Thousand Lights metro station):
- Distance: 1.5 Km
- Duration: 5-10 mins by car
Railway Station (Chennai Egmore railway station):
- Distance: 4 Km
- Duration: 15-20 mins by car
