Apollo Children’s Hospital

About Apollo Children’s Hospital

Apollo Children’s Hospital, Chennai: World-Class Care for the Next Generation

Launched in 2009, Apollo Children’s Hospital is a landmark quaternary care facility dedicated exclusively to the medical needs of children. It is part of the Apollo Hospitals Group, which was founded in 1983 by Dr. Prathap C. Reddy, the visionary architect of modern Indian healthcare. Located in the heart of Chennai, this hospital was designed to provide a child-friendly environment while delivering complex medical interventions.

Achievements & Recognition:

• Pediatric Pioneer: Recognized as one of India’s best pediatric hospitals, achieving superior survival rates for complex neonatal and cardiac procedures.
• Separation of Twins: Part of the legacy that successfully performed the separation of Ischiopygopagus and Thoraco-omphalopagus conjoined twins.
• Awards: The Apollo Group has been recognized as a “Superbrand of India” and has received numerous FICCI Healthcare Excellence Awards.

Accreditations:

• NABH: National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers.
• JCI Standards: Adheres to the strict global safety protocols established by Joint Commission International (the Greams Road parent facility was the first in India to receive JCI certification).

Dedicated International Patient Services

Apollo Children’s Hospital is a hub for medical tourism, attracting families from over 140 countries through its specialized International Patient Services Department.

• Pre-Arrival Planning: Remote video consultations with senior pediatricians and detailed cost estimates within 48 hours.
• Visa Assistance: Swift issuance of Medical Visa Invitation Letters and assistance with FRRO registration.
• Airport Concierge: Complimentary pick-up and drop-off from Chennai International Airport (MAA).
• Language Support: On-site professional interpreters for Arabic, French, Russian, and Bangla.
• Personalized Coordination: A dedicated Relationship Manager to handle everything from hospital registration to local SIM card and currency exchange.

Expert Doctor Teams & Specialities

The hospital is powered by a team of over 70+ pediatric specialists, many of whom have decades of experience from leading global institutions.

Core Specialities:

• Pediatric Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery: Led by experts like Dr. Neville Solomon and Dr. Prasad Manne, specializing in complex congenital heart defect repairs.
• Neonatology (Level IV NICU): Providing world-class care for premature and low-birth-weight infants.
• Pediatric Gastroenterology: Expert management of liver, stomach, and intestinal disorders in children.
• Orthopaedics & Spine: Specialized in treating childhood spinal deformities and bone infections.
• Pediatric Oncology: Comprehensive cancer care including blood disorders and Bone Marrow Transplants (BMT).

Facilities for Admitted Patients

Recognizing that a hospital stay can be stressful for a child, Apollo has designed its facilities to be as comforting as possible:

• Bed Capacity: 80+ dedicated pediatric beds, including a high-tech 9-bed Pediatric ICU (PICU).
• Room Categories: Suite Rooms (with waiting/dining areas), Deluxe Rooms, Single Private Rooms, and Semi-Private rooms.
• Child-Friendly Environment: Features a dedicated children’s play area and rehabilitation center to aid recovery through play.
• Attendant Comfort: Every private room includes an attendant cot/couch; general wards provide reclining chairs.
• Family Amenities: On-site cafeteria, 24-hour pharmacy, prayer cell, and safe deposit lockers for valuables.

Infrastructure & Advanced Technology

Apollo Children’s Hospital is equipped with “state-of-the-art” technology specifically calibrated for smaller bodies (infants and children).

Advanced Medical Equipment:

• Advanced ECMO (Extra-Corporeal Membrane Oxygenation): Life-support for children with severe heart or lung failure.
• Laminar Flow Operating Rooms: Integrated theaters designed to maintain a zero-infection environment during surgery.
• Pediatric Imaging: High-resolution 3T MRI, advanced echocardiography, and low-dose X-ray machines.
• Specialized Ambulance: A fleet of pediatric-specific ambulances equipped with mobile life-support systems for critical transport.
• Robotic Pediatric Surgery: Utilizing AI and robotic assistance for ultra-precise minimally invasive surgeries in children.