Gleneagles Global Hospital Chennai – India's Premier Transplant & Multi-Specialty Centre
About The Hospital
Gleneagles Global Hospital
439, Cheran Nagar, Perumbakkam, Chennai – 600 100, Tamil Nadu, India
Gleneagles Global Hospital in Chennai stands as one of India's most distinguished multi-specialty institutions, earning international recognition for its groundbreaking work in liver transplantation and complex cardiac care. Established in 1999 and now part of the Gleneagles network—one of Asia-Pacific's largest private hospital groups—the Chennai facility has performed over 2,000 successful liver transplants, a figure that places it among the busiest transplant programmes in the world.
Spread across a sprawling 1,000-bed campus in Perumbakkam, the hospital combines cutting-edge infrastructure with the warmth of personalised care. Every department is equipped with the latest generation of diagnostics and therapeutics, from 3T MRI and 256-slice CT scanners to advanced robotic surgical suites. The hospital operates dedicated Centres of Excellence for Liver Sciences, Heart Sciences, Brain and Spine, Oncology, Orthopedics and Renal Transplant—each staffed by consultants who have trained at leading institutions in the United States, United Kingdom and Europe.
For patients travelling to Chennai from the Middle East, Africa, Southeast Asia and the Gulf, Gleneagles Global has built a responsive International Patient Services division that manages every element of the medical journey—from pre-travel clinical consultations via telemedicine, to visa assistance, airport pick-up, language interpretation in Arabic, Swahili, Bahasa and Russian, and dedicated care coordinators available around the clock.
The institution's Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation, complemented by NABH certification, signals a commitment to patient safety standards that meets or surpasses those of hospitals in Europe and North America. Surgery success rates, infection control metrics and patient satisfaction scores are audited quarterly and made available to referring physicians worldwide.
Beyond transplant, the hospital's oncology programme offers comprehensive cancer care including precision radiotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy and haematological stem cell transplantation. The neuro-sciences wing performs over 3,500 brain and spine procedures annually, including awake craniotomies and minimally invasive endoscopic spine corrections.
Chennai itself is an ideal destination for medical tourism: direct flights connect it to Dubai, Muscat, Singapore and Kuala Lumpur, the city offers a warm climate year-round, and recovery accommodation ranging from hotel-style hospital suites to fully serviced guesthouses is readily available within 10 minutes of the campus.
Services for Medical Value Travellers
- 24/7 International Patient helpdesk available in 8 languages including Arabic, Swahili and Russian.
- Telemedicine pre-travel consultations with transplant and cardiac specialists before departure.
- Medical visa and immigration documentation support with 24-hour turnaround.
- Airport pick-up and drop-off by bilingual staff from Chennai International Airport.
- Dedicated Arabic-speaking care coordinators for Gulf and Middle East patients.
- Serviced guesthouses adjacent to campus accommodating companions and families.
Accreditations & Awards
Testimonials & Certifications
Gleneagles Global Hospital has received numerous accolades and certifications, including:
- JCI Accreditation (Joint Commission International) — the globally recognised gold standard for patient safety and quality of care.
- NABH Accreditation — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals and Healthcare Providers.
- Best Liver Transplant Programme – South India, Healthcare Excellence Awards 2023.
- Top 10 Multi-Specialty Hospitals in India – Times Health Survey 2024.
- International Patient-Friendly Hospital – MediTour Global 2023.
Team & Specialisation
- Urology: TURP Surgery, Undescended Testicle Surgery, Bladder Stone Removal, Prostate Biopsy, Peyronie's Disease Treatment, Penile Prosthesis, Urethral Surgery, Robotic Prostatectomy
- Transplant: Liver Transplant, Kidney Transplant, Heart Transplant, Lung Transplant, Pancreas Transplant, Intestine Transplant, Bone Marrow Transplant, Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation, Stem Cell Therapy
- Surgical Oncology, Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology: Breast Cancer Treatment, Lung Cancer Treatment, Prostate Cancer Treatment, Bone Marrow Transplant, Colon Cancer Treatment, Skin Cancer Treatment, Liver Cancer Treatment, Ovarian Cancer Treatment, Stomach Cancer Treatment, Uterine Cancer Treatment, Cervical Cancer Treatment, Thyroid Cancer Treatment, Oral Cancer Treatment, Pancreatic Cancer Treatment, Bladder Cancer Treatment, Bone Cancer Treatment, Brain Cancer Treatment, Esophageal Cancer Treatment, Anal Cancer Treatment, Gallbladder Cancer Treatment, Penile Cancer Treatment, Vulvar Cancer Treatment, Salivary Gland Cancer Treatment, Nasopharyngeal Cancer Treatment, Head and Neck Cancer Treatment, Vaginal Cancer Treatment, Bile Duct Cancer Treatment, Blood Cancer Treatment, Cryosurgery, Robotic Surgery, Diagnostic Surgery, Radiofrequency Ablation, Thoracic Surgery, Reconstructive Surgery
- Surgical Gastroenterology: Colonoscopy & Polypectomy, Hepatitis B Treatment, Cholecystectomy Surgery, Liver Hemangioma Surgery, Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor Treatment, Irritable Bowel Syndrome Treatment, Pancreas Transplant, Gaucher Disease Treatment, Pancreatic Cancer Treatment, Gastric Sleeve Surgery, Crohn's Disease Treatment
- Spine Surgery: Discectomy (Spine Surgery), Scoliosis Spine Surgery, Kyphoplasty Surgery, Foraminotomy Surgery, Cervical Spine Surgery, Spine Tumor Surgery, Vertebroplasty Surgery, Disc Replacement Surgery, Corpectomy Surgery
- Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery: Rhinoplasty, Liposuction, Hair Transplant (FUE), Facelift Surgery, Lip Augmentation, Mommy Makeover, Abdominoplasty, Tummy Tuck Surgery, Breast Augmentation, Cleft Lip and Palate Surgery, Cutaneous Horn Removal, Rosacea Treatment, Breast Reconstruction with Implant, Gynecomastia Surgery, Gender Reassignment Surgery, Facial Reanimation Surgery, Penile Dermal Fillers, Calf Implant, Brazilian Butt Lift, Blepharoplasty, Breast Lift Surgery, Breast Reduction Surgery, Facial Implants, Mole Removal, Nipple Correction Surgery, Anti-Wrinkle Treatment, Penile Lengthening Surgery
- ENT: Cochlear Implant, Hyperthyroidism Treatment, Tonsillectomy Treatment, Auditory Brainstem Implant, Microtia Surgery, Thyroplasty Surgery, Tracheostomy Surgery, Mastoidectomy Surgery, Balloon Sinuplasty, Sinus Surgery (FESS), Stapedectomy Surgery, Endoscopic Septoplasty, Thyroidectomy Surgery, Adenoidectomy Surgery
- Gastroenterology: Colonoscopy & Polypectomy, Hepatitis B Treatment, Cholecystectomy Surgery, Liver Hemangioma Surgery, Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor Treatment, Irritable Bowel Syndrome Treatment, Pancreas Transplant, Gaucher Disease Treatment, Pancreatic Cancer Treatment, Gastric Sleeve Surgery, Crohn's Disease Treatment, ERCP, Endoscopy
- Dermatology: Rhinoplasty, Liposuction, Hair Transplant (FUE), Facelift Surgery, Lip Augmentation, Mommy Makeover, Abdominoplasty, Tummy Tuck Surgery, Breast Augmentation, Breast Reconstruction with Implant, Gynecomastia Surgery, Facial Reanimation Surgery, Blepharoplasty, Breast Lift Surgery, Breast Reduction Surgery, Facial Implants, Mole Removal, Nipple Correction Surgery, Anti-Wrinkle Treatment
- Robotic Surgery: Robotic Knee Replacement Surgery, Robotic Hysterectomy, Robotic Prostatectomy, Robotic Cancer Surgery, Robotic General Surgery
- Bariatric Surgery: Gastric Bypass Surgery, Sleeve Gastrectomy, Gastric Band Surgery, Revisional Bariatric Surgery, Weight Loss Surgery
- Orthopedics: Total Knee Replacement, Total Hip Replacement, ACL Reconstruction, Spinal Fusion Surgery, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Treatment, Hand Transplant, Osteoarthritis Surgery, Arm Lift Surgery, Avascular Necrosis Treatment, Robotic Knee Replacement Surgery, Osteoporosis Treatment, Meniscus Tear Surgery, Arthrolysis Surgery, Arthrodesis Surgery, PCL Surgery, Knee Arthroscopy Surgery, Ewing Sarcoma Treatment, Limb Lengthening Surgery, Rotator Cuff Repair Surgery, Shoulder Exostosis Treatment, Bilateral Hip Replacement Surgery, Shoulder Replacement Surgery, Ankle Arthroscopy, Acetabular Fixation, Elbow Replacement Surgery, Osteotomy
- Neurosurgery: Brain Tumor Surgery, Deep Brain Stimulation, Epilepsy Surgery, Discectomy, Spinal Fusion Surgery, Scoliosis Spine Surgery, Kyphoplasty Surgery, Foraminotomy Surgery, Spine Tumor Surgery, Cervical Spondylosis Treatment, Vertebroplasty Surgery, Disc Replacement Surgery, Corpectomy Surgery
- Neurology: Parkinson's Disease Treatment, Epilepsy Treatment, Multiple Sclerosis Treatment, Stroke Treatment, Migraine Treatment, Neuropathy Treatment, Movement Disorder Treatment
- Cardiology: Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting, Angioplasty & Stenting, Heart Valve Replacement, Heart Valve Repair, TAVR, Pacemaker Implantation, Heart Transplant, Coronary Angiography, Electrophysiology Study, Cardioversion, Endoscopic Vein Harvesting, Balloon Pulmonary Valvuloplasty, Balloon Mitral Valvuloplasty, Rastelli Procedure, Aortopulmonary Window Repair, Aortic Stenosis Treatment, Mitral Valve Repair, Double Valve Replacement, Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump
Treatments Offered
Prices shown are indicative starting costs and may vary based on individual diagnosis, complexity, implant choice, and length of hospital stay. Contact Gaf Healthcare for a personalised, all-inclusive cost estimate.
Doctors
Dr. Mohamed Rela
Chairman & Director, Liver Transplant & HPB Surgery
MS, FRCS, FRCS (Eng); former Professor at King's College Hospital, London
Dr. P. Jagannath
Senior Consultant, Surgical Oncology
MS, FACS, FRCS
Dr. K. Ilayaraja
Director, Cardiac Surgery
MCh Cardiac Surgery, FETCS
Dr. Balaji Ramani
Director, Gleneagles Institute of Oncology — Surgical Oncology
Dr. Dharma Kumar K G
Consultant — Surgical Oncology
Dr. Shubhra Chauhan
Senior Consultant — Head & Neck Surgical Oncology
Dr. Azmi Saundarya K
Clinical Lead & Consultant — Radiation Oncology
Dr. Mathangi J
Senior Consultant and In-Charge — Radiation Oncology
Dr. Arun Ramanan V
Clinical Lead and Senior Consultant — Medical Oncology
Dr. Ponni Sivaprakasam
Senior Consultant — Medical Oncology
Dr. Gobu P
Head of Department, Senior Consultant — Cardiology
Dr. Karthick Anjaneyan J
Senior Consultant & Interventional Cardiologist — Cardiology
Dr. Madhusudhan M G
Consultant Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgeon
Dr. Arvind Maharaj P M
Consultant — Cosmetic & Plastic Surgery
Dr. Phani Kiran S
HOD & Senior Consultant — Spine Surgery
Dr. A R A Changanidi
Associate Consultant — Nephrology
Dr. Ajit Yadav
Senior Consultant — Orthopaedics
Dr. Joy Varghese
Director of Hepatology & Transplant Hepatology — Gastroenterology & Hepatobiliary
Dr. Mahadevan B
Head of Department & Senior Consultant — Gastroenterology & Hepatobiliary
Dr. Mithun Manohar
Consultant — Orthopedics
Dr. Muruganandham K
Director — Urology, Urogynaecology, Kidney Transplant and Robotic Surgery
Dr. Narendra S
Head of Department and Senior Consultant — Urology
Dr. Ravindra Nidoni
Consultant — Liver Transplant & HPB Surgeon
Dr. S. Babu Kumar
Senior Consultant — Gastroenterology & Hepatobiliary
Dr. Srinivas M
Consultant — Gastroenterology & Hepatobiliary
Dr. T S Bala Shanmugam
Senior Consultant and Head of Department — Minimally Invasive Bariatric & GI Surgery
Dr. Thiagarajan Pandian
Senior Consultant — Orthopedics
Dr. Vinay Kumar BR
Consultant Hepatologist — Gastroenterology & Hepatobiliary
Dr. Arul K
Associate Consultant, Neurosurgery
Dr. E Ravindra Mohan
Director & Senior Consultant, Ophthalmology
Dr. Nigel Symss
Senior Consultant, Neurosurgery
Dr. Padmapriya Vivek
Director and Chief Gynaecologist, Obstetrics & Gynecology
Dr. Venkatesan Sanjeevi
Consultant Neurosurgeon, Neurosurgery
Dr. Andrew Thomas Kurian
Senior Consultant, ENT
Dr. Nidhi Singh
Senior Consultant, Dermatology
Dr. Noorul Ameen S
Consultant Neurologist, Neurology
Dr. Praveen Chander
Head of Department, Neurology
Dr. R. Ramachandran
Visiting Consultant Dermatologist, Dermatology
Dr. V Poornam Naveena
Associate Consultant, Neurology
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- Beds1,000+
- Established1999
- Rating4.7 / 5.0
- Reviews112
- Destinations🇮🇳 India
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