
Apollo Hospitals, Chennai
🇮🇳 Chennai, India, India
Apollo Hospitals, located on Greams Road in Chennai, was founded in 1983 by the visionary Dr. Prathap C. Reddy. It is the Apollo Group's flagship hospital and a pioneer in corporate healthcare in India. For four decades, this historic institution has been at the forefront of medical innovation.
As a JCI, NABH, and NABL-accredited hospital, it has continually set the standard for clinical quality, cutting-edge technology, and compassionate patient care, cementing its position as Asia's premier medical destination.
Awards & Recognitions: Apollo Hospitals, Chennai, has consistently been recognised for its clinical excellence and patient-centric care:
Best Cardiology & Nephrology Speciality Hospital at the Southern India Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SICCI) MedTech Awards in 2023.
Recognised as a leader in multi-speciality care at the Times Healthcare Achievers Awards in 2023.
CII Excellence in Healthcare Award 2023 for Best Cardiology, Neuroscience, and Emergency & Critical Care Hospital.
Most Promising Company for International Medical Services at the MT India Healthcare Awards in 2023.
The hospital's NABL-certified laboratory facility has also been re-accredited by UNESCO.
Pioneering Achievements & Milestones: The hospital holds an extensive record of pioneering medical advancements in India, including:
First in India to introduce Coronary Angioplasty, Stereotactic Radiotherapy, and Radiosurgery for brain tumours.
Pioneered the use of the 64-slice PET-CT scan in Southeast Asia and was the first to install the CyberKnife® system in India.
Home to the Apollo Proton Cancer Centre (APCC), South Asia & the Middle East's first and only proton therapy facility.
Successfully performed over 2,000 Liver Transplants and 10,000+ Cardiac Surgeries, setting benchmarks in the region.
It has performed over 1,200 robotic surgeries across various specialities, highlighting its leadership in minimally invasive techniques.
International Patient Services
Apollo Chennai serves thousands of international patients each year, providing comprehensive, end-to-end support:
Pre-arrival Consultation & Case Review: Patients can receive teleconsultations, treatment plans, and transparent cost estimates before travelling.
Visa & Travel Assistance: A dedicated team provides medical visa invitation letters and assists with travel and logistical planning.
Airport Transfers: Complimentary airport pick-up and drop-off services are offered for a seamless arrival and departure experience.
Multilingual Interpreters: Professional interpreters are available to bridge communication gaps between patients and medical staff.
Express Registration & Dedicated Support: A dedicated international patient lounge and personal coordinators ensure fast-tracked services and personalised attention.
Accommodation & Customised Services: The team assists with arranging nearby accommodation and provides customised meal plans catering to international palates.
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Medical visa for India
Patients from Bangladesh apply for an Indian Medical Visa (MED) with an invitation letter from the treating hospital. Up to two attendants can travel on Medical Attendant visas.
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Three short steps. Our team checks your reports, gets the letter from Apollo Hospitals, Chennai and helps with the visa.
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