Hospitals

Chennai, February 24, 2026: The Universal Health Code – presented as the world’s first comprehensive “owner’s manual” for the human body, was launched here today. Spanning nearly 300 pages, the book carries the collective wisdom of 50 leading experts from diverse specialisations, all 1984 batchmates of Madras Medical College. The first …

Chennai, February 2026: Kauvery Hospital, Vadapalani, successfully treated a 31-year-old woman with severe heart failure through aortic root surgery, a rare and complex cardiac procedure, ensuring long-term heart function while preserving her ability to safely plan future pregnancies. The patient was admitted with severe breathlessness and symptoms of advanced heart failure. …

Madurai, February 18, 2026: Meenakshi Super Speciality Hospital will host Meenakshi Neuroendocon 2026, Tamil Nadu’s first conference dedicated to Extended Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery, from February 20 to 22, 2026. The conference aims to equip young medical professionals in neurology, neurosurgery, and ENT with valuable exposure to advanced, minimally invasive techniques …

Chennai, February 18, 2026: Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital restored vision to a 44-year-old gynaecologist from Mumbai who had become completely blind in both eyes after ten years of progressive vision loss caused by severe glaucoma and multiple refractory intraocular pathologies, none of which had responded to the several surgeries she …

Chennai, February 17, 2026: Avoiding open surgery, MGMHealthcare Malar, Adyar has carried out a first-of-its-kind pinhole spine surgery on a 75-year-old patient who had been struggling with severe back pain and difficulty walking due to nerve compression caused by age-related spinal degeneration. The minimally invasive procedure, called Endoscopic Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF), …

The Centre of Excellence for Comprehensive Cleft and Craniofacial Care at Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education & Research (SRIHER) stands as a dedicated centre offering advanced and holistic treatment for patients with cleft lip, cleft palate, and complex craniofacial conditions. The uniqueness of this Centre (CCCC) lies in its comprehensive, multidisciplinary care under one roof. More than 100 beneficiaries …

Chennai, 12 February 2026: Apollo Hospitals announced the successful completion of over 8,000 robotic-assisted surgeries across multiple specialities, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to precision-led, patient-centric surgical care. With this achievement, Apollo Hospitals has established Tamil Nadu’s largest multi-platform robotic surgery programme and the most comprehensive robotic surgical ecosystem in Chennai, significantly expanding …

Chennai, February 11, 2026: Revivo Clinic, a specialised centre for obesity and diabetes care, was inaugurated in Chennai, marking a significant step towards holistic and preventive metabolic healthcare. The clinic focuses on combining medical expertise with structured lifestyle, fitness, and mental health interventions to address the growing prevalence of obesity and diabetes. The inauguration …

Chennai February 2026:  In a groundbreaking feat of medical excellence, Gleneagles Hospital Chennai a part of the Fortis Healthcare has etched its name in history by successfully completing robotic-assisted mitral valve replacement (MVR) surgeries on India’s youngest and oldest patients a resilient 16-year-old boy and 76-year-old woman—both battling severe mitral …

Chennai, February 2026: Reinforcing its commitment to preventive wellness and community fitness, MGM Healthcare successfully powered the latest edition of the MGM Healthcare Trackathon, hosted by Chennai Runners at the iconic Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. The stadium came alive with energy, grit, and resilience as over 370 recreational runners and 240+ endurance …