Apollo Hospitals, Chennai
Speciality
Cardiology
The Apollo Heart Institutes has been a pioneer in open heart surgeries and
cardiac catheterization. Since its inception 33 years ago, the institute has performed over 1,55,000
cardiac surgeries. The Centres of Cardiology and Cardiothoracic Surgery at Apollo Hospitals are
among the largest cardiovascular groups in the world with 14 worldclass institutes, over 400
cardiologists & cardiac surgeons and 200 heart stations.
The team continues to make strides in cardiac care by optimising contemporary expertise through
continuous training, education and clinical practice. The institute has pioneered a breakthrough
procedure - TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement), a minimally invasive procedure for
patients with symptomatic, severe aortic valve stenosis and having moderate to high surgical risks.
Orthopaedics & Joint Replacement
The Apollo Institutes of Orthopaedics symbolises over 30 years of clinical excellence. The Institute is a pioneer in introducing many innovations in Orthopaedic care in India. Treatments ranging from non-surgical management of minor disorders to complex minimally invasive procedures to correct major injuries and skeletal deformities are provided. Sports medicine and Arthroscopy, major joint replacements, correction of hand and foot deformities, spinal care, bone tumour surgery, Paediatric Orthopaedics surgery, and modern Physical therapy are some of the services provided.
Our Orthopaedic surgeons are fellowship-trained, and are well known for their experience and expertise. We also have advanced and world class operating rooms, equipped with exclusive operating suites and gadgets. Superior diagnostic facilities and recovery suites assure complete safety and the highest quality of care.
Patients always desire for better cosmetics, minimal pain and speedier rehabilitation - and hence we offer a whole range of Minimally Invasive Surgical (MIS) options for joint replacements, spinal surgeries and fracture fixation, Computer-Navigated Surgery, and Robotic-aided surgeries.
Apollo Hospitals, Chennai is also at the forefront in the management of spinal surgeries and is one of the few centres in Asia to offer robotic spinal surgery. We also specialise in areas of care like Paediatric Orthopaedics and Orthopaedic Oncology.
Neurosurgery & Spine Surgery
The entire spectrum of Neurological diseases are treated by The Apollo
Institute of Neurosciences at Chennai. The centre treats Transsphenoidal surgery for pituitary
tumors, Spinal fusions, X-Knife for fractioned treatment of benign and malignant tumours (Stereo
Tactic Radiotherapy) etc.
Apollo Hospitals, Chennai is recognized as a leader in acute Neurosurgical care and is ranked among
the top hospitals specializing in neuro care in the world. Ably supported by modern Neuro radiology
service, Neuro intensive care facility, Medical and Radiation Oncology services all under one roof,
specialists at Apollo Hospitals, Chennai achieve outcomes matching those of the leading institutions
across the globe.
Comprehensive and multidisciplinary care of the most complex diseases are
managed by the highly skilled Neurosurgeons team at Apollo Hospitals, Chennai. They are truly
dedicated to enhancing outcomes through latest technology.
The multidisciplinary team consists of Neurologists, Neurosurgeons, critical care specialists,
nurses and researchers and at the Apollo Institute of Neurosciences, they all collaborate and work
seamlessly like a single entity. This ensures superior outcomes. Stroke, head & spinal injuries,
brain tumors, seizure disorders, movement disorders and headaches are some of the neurological
diseases we treat routinely.
Oncology
Apollo Specialty Cancer Hospital is an exclusive and well established hospital
for Cancer care. NABH accredited, it is a 300 bedded facility, it provides all that is needed for
world class cancer care - the most advanced technology especially in diagnosis and radiation, an
Oncology team that consists of the most renowned specialists and a well trained team of medical and
paramedical professionals who are exclusively trained in cancer care.
Treatment planning is key to Cancer care. We address this through the Tumour Board which is a panel
of medical, surgical and radiation oncologists. The Board, in association with the diagnostic
consultants examine the case together and agree on the best line of treatment for each patient.
Others who join and support the panel include Medical counsellors, speech therapists, dieticians and
other professionals.
In the realm of bone marrow transplants, this hospital is one of the few centers in India where search for a potential unrelated donor can be performed and transplants are routinely performed using such donors.
Transplant
The Apollo Transplant Institutes (ATI) enjoy the distinction of being one of
the largest and most comprehensive solid transplant programs in the world.
Our centers at Chennai are well established with high end equipment and state of the art
infrastructure that is delivered with the highest possible quality by an eminent pool of
internationally renowned Transplant Surgeons, Nephrologists, Gastroenterologists, Pediatric
Gastroenterologists, Pediatric Surgeons, Anesthetists, Intensivists and Physicians.
Apollo's comprehensive liver transplant care programme aims to provide effective health care by connecting to people dealing with liver disease. A successful liver transplant, ably supplemented by Apollo's care and commitment affords a fresh lease of life and puts the smile back on your face as you return to normalcy.
Kidney TransplantBoth autologous and cadaveric transplants are performed at The Centers of Nephrology and Urology , which has a large and comprehensive renal transplant program. We also created the first organ transplant registry in our country. A lot of our transplant surgeries are done using minimally invasive techniques for the kidney donors , thus minimising recovery time after surgery and hospitalisation.
Heart Transplant1995 was the year when Apollo Hospitals, Chennai performed the first heart transplantation. Indeed, the patient had survived for almost 14 years (the longest Indian transplant survivor) until 2009 when he passed away due to an unrelated cause. A formal Heart Transplant Programme was started in Apollo Hospitals in 2004. Along with this, a multidisciplinary approach to End Stage Heart Failure was also conceptualised.
So far, Apollo Hospitals, Chennai has successfully performed over 32 Heart transplants, 25 Lung transplants, 7 Heart and Double Lung transplants and 1 Heart Lung and Kidney transplantation. Awareness among donors has exponentially increased in the recent years and we are proud to say that the State of Tamil Nadu has an excellent and one of the most active Government led Cadaver Programmes in India.
Bone Marrow TransplantMore than 750 transplants have been performed at the blood and bone marrow transplantation center at Apollo Specialty Cancer Hospitals, Chennai, all with extremely good outcomes. We are also a centre of choice for BMT among the international patients, thanks to the team of well trained BMT specialists, the strict infection control norms which are crucial for BMT patients and the warm and friendly ambience.
Our Doctors
Team of Cardiologist
Dr. M. M.Yusuf
Work Experience
He has specialization in Minimally Invasive technique such as Aortic valve replacement, Direct CABG, Thoracic endovascular aortic repair, sternotomy technique such as Off-pump CABG and Aortic root replacement
Currently associated as Consultant with Department of
Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery at Global Hospital, Chennai
Expertise’s in performing procedures through Minimally Invasive technique such as Port
Access
Mitral valve repair / replacement, Aortic valve replacement, Direct CABG, Thoracic
endovascular
aortic repair
Expertise’s in performing procedures through standard sternotomy technique such as
Off-pump
CABG and Aortic root replacement
Team of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Dr Gopala Krishnan
Research and Publications
- Presented over 150 papers at National and International Conferences Delivered over 75 Guest Lectures on National and International Conferences Conducted over 75 Workshops on Ilizarov Techniques in India and Abroad
- Life Member of Indian Orthopaedic Association
- Life Member Indian Medical Association
- Life Member Tamilnadu Orthopaedic Association
- Life Member Madras Orthopaedic Society Founder
- Life Member of Paediatric Orthopaedic Association of India
- Founder Member and Vice President of: Forum advancement and Research in Ilizarov technology, India
- Indian Association of Ilizarov Research and Training Association for the study of the Methodology of Ilizarov (ASAMI)
- Member of: Indian Foot Society Indian Society of Tramatology Association of spine surgeons of India
- Indian Society for computer assisted Orthopaedics Surgery Association of Orthopaedic Research and Education, Chennai
- Indian Arthoplasty Association Indian Trauma Association Member International Association:
- Life Member of A O International Life Member of A O Alumni Association, Switzerland
- Life Member of Western Pacific Orthopaedic Association
- Life Member of the world Association for the study of the Methodology of Ilizarov
- Founder Member of saarc Orthopaedic Surgeons Association
- Founder Life Member Asean branch of world Association for the study of the Methodology of Ilizarov (ASAMI)
- Member of world Orthopaedic Concern
Dr Vijay Kishore Kondreddy
Dr. Vijay Kishore Kondreddy is a Orthopedist at Apollo Hospital in Greams Road, Chennai and has an experience of 15 years in this field. He completed MD - Physician from Rostov State Medical University in 2004,Diploma in Orthopaedics from Sri Ramachandra University, Chennai in 2008 and DNB - Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery from National Board Of Examination in 2012.
He is a member of Tamilnadu Medical Council. Some of the services provided by the doctor are: Joint Dislocation Treatment,Back Pain Treatment and Joint Pain Treatment etc
He pursued his Diploma in Orthopaedics in the year 2008 from Sri Ramachandra
University, Chennai. He completed his DNB in the year 2012 from National Board Of
Examination. He has also done his MD in the year 2004 from Rostov State Medical
University.
Dr. Vijay Kishore Kondreddy is an experienced, skilled and awarded doctor in his field
of specialization.
Team of Neurosurgeons
Dr Dhanaraj M
35 Years of experienceAwards and Achievements
- Dr V BalaGopala Raju Award
- Best Research paper Award
- Dean's Commendation Certificate- 2000
- Stanley Alumni Award- 2003
Experience
- Expert in Microsurgery of Brain and spinal cord tumors, Microsurgery of Aneurysm and AV Malformations, Congenital Cranial and Spinal Deformities, Hydrocephalus, Microsurgery for Lumbar and cervical disc disease(Fusion and disc replacement),Minimally invasive and Non operative treatment of cervical and Lumbar spondylosis.
- Has been a postgraduate teacher and examiner.
- Has been involved in training medical fraternity all over the country in the field of Brain and Spine surgery by being a faculty in various CME courses and workshops.
- Trained in Minimally invasive Neurosugery at University of Mainz, Germany.
Team of Oncologist
Dr Srikanth M
20 Years of experienceAwards and Achievements
- GCRF fellowship awarded by royal marsden hospital uk for performing research on multiple myeloma for 2 years
- MD DRUG development in multiple myeloma -university of london ukmd drug development in multiple myeloma -university of london UK
- I have undergone my post graduate, specialist, super specialist and research training in uk and have been practising in uk as senior consultant in haematology and haemato- onclogy over a period of 20 years in premiere international institution which include
- Royal Marsden Hospital
- St Geore Health Care London
- Hammersmith Hospital London
- Institute of Cancer Research UK
Dr Raja M A
A renowned medical oncologist with a vast professional experience of
over 30 years. He has successfully
treated a record number of cancer patients in his career spanning 3 decades and he
continues to
prosper in the field. A recipient of the Best Doctor Award from MGR Medical Institute, Dr
Raja has
pioneered the field of medical oncology in India.
Dr Raja, who has several publications to his name, has won many accolades for his immense
contribution to the field.
Team of Liver Transplant Surgeons
Dr Anand Khakhar
20 Years of experienceWork Experience
- Working in Apollo Hospitals since last Assignment
- Catastrphic microangiopathy induced by high titres factor VIII inhibitor after liver transplantation for haemophilia A with cirrhosis.
- Retrograde reperfusion versus conventional orthograde technique in orthotopic liver transplantation.
- Thrombotic thrombocytopenia after liver transplantation for haemophilia A and hepatitis C: role of antibodies to factor VIII.
- Survival after liver transplantation for hepatocellular carcinoma Retransplantation for recurrent hepatitis C: the argument against.
- The impact of allograft nephrectomy on present panel reactive antibody and clinical outcome.
- Liver transplantation for primary sclerosing cholangitis.
Dr Raja Mahesh
Work Experience
- 15 Years of experience
- Worked in various hospital from 1995- 2003
- Working in Apollo Hospitals since last Assignment
- Distinction Anatomy and Pathology
- Indian Medial Association Award in Surgery( Stood)first in the state with 14 medical schools in final year university examination)
- University Medal in Pathology 1990
- N.Sankaraier Gold Medal in General Medicine 1991
- First Department of surgery medal in General Surgery 1990
- Smt. Lakshmi Ramanathan Gold medal in surgery 1991
- Dr.S. Sundararaman Gold medal in surgery 1991
- First Place in Pharmacology in University examination
- Scored 74th rank in the All India entrance examination for Medical post – graduate studies competing with 70,000 doctors
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- 5000+ satisfied patients
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- Customised treatment plan
- A dedicated patient care manager (a doctor) handles all details
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About Apollo Hospitals
Apollo Hospitals was established in 1983 by Dr. Prathap C Reddy, renowned as the architect of modern healthcare in India. As the nation's first corporate hospital, Apollo Hospitals is acclaimed for pioneering the private healthcare revolution in the country.
Apollo Hospitals has emerged as Asia's foremost integrated healthcare services provider and has a robust presence across the healthcare ecosystem, including Hospitals, Pharmacies, Primary Care & Diagnostic Clinics and several retail health models. Since inception, Apollo Hospitals has been honoured by the trust of over 150 million patients who came from 140 countries.