Global Health City

Global Health City, Chennai is known for offering affordable and reliable ASD closure/repair in adults. A large number of international patients visit the hospital every year for the procedure. The hospital offers an end-to-end spectrum of excellent healthcare facilities. Accredited by several international as well as national level accrediting bodies, it is a healthcare facility of choice for both people in India and from across the world. Dedicated staff, World-class infrastructure, a commitment for medical excellence make it a top destination for ASD closure/repair in adults. An ASD is a heart defect in the atrial wall that results in the leakage of oxygen-rich blood from the left atrium to the right atrium. The excellent team of doctors at cardiology and cardiothoracic surgery department are capable of successfully handling even the most complex of ASD with a multidisciplinary approach, modern diagnostic tools & techniques and state-of-art infrastructure to deliver the best possible patient outcomes. ASD closure/repair in adults at Global Health City, Chennai is performed by world-renowned doctors, such as Dr. Gobu P and Dr. Susan George.

Global Health City, Chennai has successfully performed several sutureless aortic valve replacement (AVR) or mitral valve replacement (MVR) surgeries. Sutureless aortic valve replacement is highly versatile and suitable for various surgical approaches, including minimally invasive. With this technique, the patient does not need any stitches to attach the new valve to the heart, ensuring better function than a sutured valve because it provides a larger orifice for blood flow. The procedure is performed by a highly skilled, experienced and trained team of doctors, who practice the best safety standards and adopt holistic approach to achieve the best outcome. With the latest technology, compassionate staff, and well-equipped wards, Global Health City, Chennai has delivered a high success rate with AVR/MVR. The diagnosis is performed using different tests including imaging, stress test and angiography. At Global Health City, interventional cardiologists are trained in all modern diagnostic interventions that help in making precise diagnosis of cardiac conditions. Dr Mukesh Rao and Dr Srinivasa Reddy are top cardiac surgeons at Global Health City, Chennai.

Global Health City, Chennai is one of India’s most renowned heart centers. It is also one of the best tertiary care multispeciality hospitals with path-breaking Heart procedures, such as CABG. Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) is a surgery performed to restore blood flow to areas of the heart that are not receiving enough blood. Global Health City, Chennai has got huge popularity for its high success rate in CABG. It has one of the world-class Cardiology Departments, providing high-quality care and best treatment. CABG is performed by a team of highly experienced cardiologists with the help of the most advanced technology. It has fully digital flat panel Cardiac Catheterization Labs, which enable the cardiologist to perform the most critical interventional procedures with high accuracy and technology. The hospital has modern ICUs fully equipped to handle cardiovascular emergencies. Global Health City, Chennai has the latest Tissue imaging facilities like Doppler imaging, Holter, Echo machines, and 4D Doppler multiplanes. The hospital follows internationally approved clinical protocols and aspires to be the world’s most trusted medical care services network.

The hospital is regarded as the best cardiology hospital in Chennai. Both, Adult & Pediatric valve replacement is offered by the GCC Department of Cardiology. The expert team in the department of cardiology is capable of successfully performing complex heart valve procedures like double valve replacement with a comprehensive approach, advanced diagnostic tools & techniques, and ultra-modern infrastructure to deliver the best possible clinical outcomes, at par with international standards.

Minimally invasive cardiac surgery (MICS – keyhole surgeries) is the most preferred technique for valve replacement surgeries at the hospital, which apparently helps in shorter hospital stays and speedy recovery. Regarding the successful completion of the procedure, the pre-evaluation (including diagnostics) process should be appropriately done and for that matter, the Department of Cardiology has state-of-the-art diagnostic tools and surgical infrastructure like advanced laboratories, examination rooms, clinical suites, cardiac surgery operating rooms, ECHO, TMT, Cardiac Critical Care Unit (CCCU), comfortable wards and rooms for cardiac patients. Specialists working in the department include Dr. Murugu Sundara Pandian, Dr. Gobu P, Dr. J Karthick Anjaneyan, and many others.

The leading cardiology hospital in Chennai, Gleneagles Global Health City, has the experience and expertise to handle a variety of complex cardiac conditions. Depending on the patient's condition, specialists will determine if a single chamber or dual chamber is necessary. Usually, the Minimally invasive surgical technique is used at the hospital to implant a pacemaker. The cardiac critical care unit is proficient enough to facilitate pacemaker implantations to avoid or treat Myocardial Infarctions (heart attack) & Congestive cardiac failure (heart failure).

The operation theaters for cardiac surgery are equipped with cutting-edge medical equipment and high-quality, well-maintained pacemakers. With a multidisciplinary approach, advanced diagnostic tools and techniques, and top-tier infrastructure, the cardiology and cardiothoracic surgery expert team can successfully treat complex heart conditions to produce the best possible patient outcomes. The GGHC Cardiac Team comprises the best cardiac specialists including Dr. Murugu Sundara Pandian, Dr. Gobu P, Dr. Susan George, and Dr. J Karthick Anjaneyan.

Mostly, pediatric patients with aberrant ductus arteriosis conditions undergo PDA closure. The leading cardiology hospital in Chennai, Gleneagles Global Health City, has the experience and expertise to handle a variety of complex cardiac conditions & procedures like PDA closure. The patient's eligibility for the surgery will be determined by doctors based on the patient's condition. A PDA closure is often carried out at the hospital using the minimally invasive surgical approach. The cardiac critical care unit is capable of providing all necessary services for both domestic and international patients.

The operation theaters for cardiac surgery are equipped with cutting-edge medical equipment and high-quality, personalized patient care. With a multidisciplinary approach, advanced diagnostic tools and techniques, and top-tier infrastructure, the cardiology and cardiovascular surgery expert team can successfully treat complex heart conditions to produce the best possible patient outcomes. The GGHC Cardiac Team comprises the best cardiac specialists including Dr. Murugu Sundara Pandian, Dr. Gobu P, Dr. Susan George, and Dr. J Karthick Anjaneyan.

The brain tumor treatment center at the Global Health city is equipped with the latest technologies and state-of-the-art infrastructure. The diagnosis is largely dependent on the brain imaging techniques like CT scans, and MRI scans (with or without contrast). In case of a CNS tumor, the doctors at Global Health City may also perform imaging tests on the spine. Aside from that, blood tests may be helpful in determining any tumor complications (such as bleeding disorders, hypercalcemia, or inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion) or in the initial assessment of other possible causes of headaches.

Technetium brain scan, Magnetic resonance angiography (MRA), and magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS) are occasionally used to define changing the size or blood supply. Positron emission tomography (PET) is helpful in grading gliomas or locating an occult primary. Some of the minimally invasive diagnostic techniques include biopsy, Craniotomy, Lumbar puncture, or CSF analysis. Brain Tumours Treatment options available at Global Health City are Surgery, Radiation (external beam radiotherapy, whole brain radiation, stereotactic radiosurgery, focal radiotherapy), Chemotherapy, Awake craniotomy, Surgery for skull base tumors, Surgery for CP angle tumors, Lobectomy for localized tumors, and Metastatectomy for solitary brain oligometastatic.

The Department of Neurosurgery at Gleneagles Global Hospital is outfitted with advanced diagnostic laboratories, and cutting-edge assistive technology, and operates in a cutting-edge environment. Stealth Navigation (S8) System, Advanced Surgical Microscopes, Cavitron Ultrasonic Aspirator (CUSA), CRW Stereotactic Equipment, Transcranial Doppler, Intracranial Pressure Monitoring Equipment, Intraoperative Neuromonitoring (Brain Mapping), and imaging technologies such as 3 Tesla MRI/ Functional MRI, Diffusion Tensor Imaging, CT Angiography, and Digital Subtraction Angiography are available in the department.

Every year, the department performs over a thousand surgical procedures. Deep brain stimulation is a treatment option at Gleneagles Hospital for the motor-function loss associated with Parkinson's disease. Tremors, poor hand-eye coordination, difficulty walking, and stiffness are all symptoms. An electrode is implanted in the brain, and an implantable pulse generator is implanted in the sub clavicle region, which is linked by an extension cable. To counteract the movement tics associated with Parkinson's disease, the pulse generator sends small electrical signals to an electrode in the brain.

Gleneagles Global Health City has an Institute of Advanced Spine Sciences that is known for its expertise, clinical excellence, and cost-effective quality care. In India, GGHC is one of the best hospitals for endoscopic and minimally invasive spine surgeries such as Kyphoplasty. The department is well-known for its extensive experience treating complex spinal disorders. The hospital provides Growth rods (The Shilla technique), MAGEC rods (Magnetic growing rods), Navigation assisted spine surgery (which allows real-time scans and 3D imaging of the spine), 3D Printing, and Intra Operative Neuromonitoring (which uses electrophysiological methods such as EEG, EMG, and others to monitor the function of the integral neural spinal cord).

The Institute of Advanced Spine Sciences (IASS) at Gleneagles Global Health City is a comprehensive unit of doctors with diverse experience and intensive surgical training. The hospital has cutting-edge technology, advanced nonsurgical therapies, and surgical techniques to alleviate pain and encourage mobility following a Kyphoplasty. Physiotherapists, nutritionists, and occupational therapists are part of the multidisciplinary team that plans long-term dietary, exercise, and lifestyle routines for patients in the post-surgical period. Surgeons use Neuromonitoring and Navigation systems to ensure the highest level of safety during surgeries such as Kyphoplasty.

The Institute of Advanced Spine Sciences in Gleneagles Global Health City is renowned for its precise treatments, clinical excellence, and high-quality care that is affordable. One of the top hospitals in India for endoscopic and minimally invasive spine surgery, including laminectomy, is GGHC. The division is renowned for having a wealth of experience treating difficult spinal problems. The hospital offers navigation-assisted spine surgery, growth rods (using the Shilla technique), MAGEC rods (magnetic growing rods), 3D printing, and intraoperative neurological monitoring (which uses electrophysiological methods such as EEG, EMG, and others to monitor the function of the integral neural spinal cord).

The Institute of Advanced Spine Sciences (IASS) at Gleneagles Global Health City is a comprehensive unit of doctors with diverse experience and intensive surgical training. The hospital has cutting-edge technology, advanced nonsurgical therapies, and surgical techniques to alleviate pain and encourage mobility following a laminectomy. Physiotherapists, nutritionists, and occupational therapists are part of the multidisciplinary team that plans long-term dietary, exercise, and lifestyle routines for patients in the post-surgical period. Surgeons use Neuromonitoring and Navigation systems to ensure the highest level of safety during spinal surgeries like laminectomy.

The Institute of Advanced Spine Sciences at Gleneagles Global Health City is well-known for its precise treatments, clinical excellence, and low-cost high-quality care. GGHC is one of India's top hospitals for endoscopic and minimally invasive spine surgery, including laminectomy. The division is well-known for its extensive experience treating difficult spinal problems. The hospital provides navigation-assisted spine surgery, Shilla growth rods, MAGEC rods (magnetic growing rods), 3D printing, and intraoperative neurological monitoring (which uses electrophysiological methods such as EEG, EMG, and others to monitor the function of the integral neural spinal cord).

The Institute of Advanced Spine Sciences (IASS) at Gleneagles Global Health City is a multidisciplinary team of doctors with extensive surgical experience. To relieve pain and encourage mobility after a spinal fusion, the hospital has cutting-edge technology, advanced nonsurgical therapies, and surgical techniques. The multidisciplinary team that plans long-term dietary, exercise, and lifestyle routines for patients in the post-surgical period includes physiotherapists, nutritionists, and occupational therapists. Neuromonitoring and navigation systems are used by surgeons to ensure the highest level of safety during spinal surgeries such as spinal fusion. Dr S. Karunakaran and Dr Phani Kiran S are some of the orthopedic specialists in Global Health City.

The Global Health City in Chennai has a Global institute of oncology that offers comprehensive and individualized cancer care for every patient. The hospital has an excellent team of surgeons equipped with all the latest technologies and trained to perform minimally invasive procedures as well as open surgeries with equal precision. State-of-the-art Infrastructure and Cutting-edge Technologies are available all under one roof at the Global Health City in Chennai.

The center offers many advanced neurological treatments to the patients including awake craniotomy for brain tumors, surgery for skull base tumors, surgery for CP angle tumors, lobectomy for localized tumors, radiotherapy for brain tumors, chemotherapy based on the stage of cancers, and metastasectomy for solitary brain oligometastases. The brain oncology care team at Global Health City also assists patients with follow-up care and sets them up with the right rehabilitation specialists. Following brain tumor treatment, patients may need to visit a neurosurgeon or neurologist for routine checkups and brain scans, typically MRIs.

The Gleneagles Global Hospitals have a well-established team of Breast cancer experts who aim at providing preventive and curative services to women who have been suspected or diagnosed with breast cancer. The hospital houses skilled experts with years of skills, training, and experience to ensure the best possible treatment for the patients.

The Gleneagles Global Hospitals have well-equipped labs and trained oncologists (surgical, radiation, and medical) who perform tests on breast cancer patients with high-tech medical instruments to give precise and accurate results and help curate the right treatment plan. The multidisciplinary team combines, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and surgical approaches. The hospital has well-equipped labs and well-trained oncologists who perform the tests with precision and suggest the best course of treatment. In addition to chemotherapy sessions, the team also provides novel approaches to treat breast cancer patients.

The doctors at Global Health City are highly skilled and trained to perform various treatment protocols for cervical cancer. The Department of Gynecology at the Gleneagles Global Hospital has one of the best gynecologists, gynecology surgeons, and onco surgeons on board. The team suggests regular screening protocols for patients who might be at risk of developing cervical cancer.

Tests like pap smears are performed by doctors to identify cases of cancer. They may also suggest other advanced tests that may require the use of modern technologies and equipment like a sonogram, ultrasound, or imaging tets. A team of technicians, surgeons, physicians, and surgeons are available at all times to curate the right plan for you. The Global Health City brings world-class treatment with expertise in performing procedures like hysterectomy, colposcopy, etc.

At the Gleneagles Global Health city, a colonoscopy is carried out by experts, during which the rectum and colon are examined for polyps. The polyps are removed for further diagnosis and studies. Other tests used to identify colorectal cancer by experts at Global Health City include barium enema, X-ray, flexible sigmoidoscopy, in which an "S"-the shaped tube is put into the anus to examine the colon, complete blood count tests, and imaging tests like X-rays, MRIs, and CT scans.

At Global Health City the best course of action for colorectal cancer is suggested to be surgery. In the early stages of cancer, Colonoscopic Polypectomy, a minimally invasive procedure, is used to remove the cancerous tissues; in the advanced stages of cancer, Laparoscopic Colectomy, an open procedure, is used to remove the afflicted regions of the colon. Colostomy is an alternative surgical procedure available at Global Health City. Other than that proctectomy is also available at the hospital. Global Health City is one of the popular destinations for treatment with a high success rate in treating cancers of various types.

The cancer department at Global Health City offers comprehensive and individualized kidney cancer care for all patients. The diagnostic techniques for kidney cancer at the Global Health City include urinalysis, cytology, culture and sensitivity, renal function tests, blood tests, CT renal scanning, MRI or ultrasound, intravenous urogram (IVU), cystoscopy, renal angiography, CXR/ CT chest or PET CT, and renal biopsy.

Surgery is the primary treatment modality for renal cancers. The surgical options available at Global Health City include partial/ radical nephrectomy, minimally invasive procedures like radiofrequency (RF) ablation, cryoablation, microwave ablation, laser ablation and high-intensity focused ultrasound ablation, Chemotherapy, immunotherapy, or molecular therapy in case of advanced renal cell cancer. Global Health City also has laparoscopic and open surgery options for renal cell carcinoma (kidney cancer) such as Radical nephrectomy, Partial nephrectomy, and Radical nephroureterectomy. Dr. M.P. Ram Prabu and Dr. S. Rajasundaram are the renowned names associated with Global Health City for delivering excellent and successful cancer treatments.

Global Health City offers multiple modalities of treatment for ovarian cancer. The treatment begins with an effective diagnosis. The diagnostic techniques for ovarian cancer at Global Health City include Basic blood investigations including Tumour markers (CA 125), USG abdomen /CECT abdomen after a clinical, abdominal, and per vaginal examination, MRI abdomen, or PET CT. In some cases, the experts at Global Health City do ascitic fluid analysis for malignant cells before starting chemotherapy.

The Treatment options for Ovarian Cancer available at Global Health City include Surgery, CRS+ HIPEC, Chemotherapy, Hormone Therapy, and Targeted Therapy. The hospital offers laparoscopic staging for ovarian cancer, open staging laparotomy + omentectomy + bilateral pelvic, para-aortic lymphadenectomy, cytoreductive surgery + Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy for advanced Ovarian cancers with peritoneal metastasis, fertility-preserving surgeries, chemotherapy whenever feasible for Borderline ovarian Tumours/ germ cell tumors, laparoscopic ovarian cyst excision, chemotherapy for advanced cancers for downstaging, targeted therapy, and molecular therapy for advanced cancer

Global Health City (21-acre) facility located in Perumbakkam in Chennai is the largest facility of Gleneagles Global Hospitals, which is one of most renowned tertiary care multi-specialty hospitals groups in India as well as in Asia with groundbreaking Orthopedic, Liver, Neuro, Heart, Lung, and Kidney procedures to its credit and legacy. Joint Replacement Surgeries like Bilateral Total Hip Replacement, which involves replacing the damaged hip parts of both the hips with high-quality artificial implants are performed here by highly skilled, qualified, and experienced Orthopedic surgeons. When hip joints have been entirely destroyed by arthritis, total hip replacement b/l is often advised. Patients who received treatment in the hospital's department have consistently reported being extremely happy and satisfied with the results of their surgeries and the assistance they received from the specialists.

The Gleneagles Global Health City's Department of Orthopaedics & Joint Replacement offers top-notch services and continuously strives to offer patients the best treatment methods and patient-centric care services, such as round-the-clock comprehensive orthopedic care, the highly restrictive infection control protocols, fully equipped operating theaters & wards with Ultra-modern facilities, and many others. The department's surgeons have trained with some of the top doctors around the world, which is quite apparent in their abilities. This team of doctors includes well-known experts like Dr. Kesavan AR, Dr. AP Siva Kumar, and Dr. Shiva Reddy. To promote a speedy recovery and regain mobility, a customized treatment plan will be developed based on the results of your procedure.

Global Health City in Perumbakkam, Chennai is the largest facility of Gleneagles Global Hospitals in India as well as in Asia. Patients who sought care from the hospital's orthopedics division have invariably expressed their utmost satisfaction and happiness regarding their procedure & stay at the hospital. The hospital welcomes patients from all around the world for both primary and revision knee replacement surgery.

The Hospital’s Department of Orthopaedics & Joint Replacement offers top-notch services and continuously strives to offer patients the best treatment methods and patient-centric care services such as 24/7 comprehensive orthopedic care, highly restrictive infection control protocols, fully-equipped operating theaters & wards with ultra-modern facilities, etc. The department's surgeons have trained with some of the top doctors around the world, which is quite evident in their abilities. This team of doctors includes well-known experts like Dr. Kesavan AR, Dr. AP Siva Kumar, and Dr. Shiva Reddy. To promote a speedy recovery and regain mobility, a customized well-rounded treatment plan including lifestyle and exercise suggestions will be given based on your post-procedure state; in order to encourage rapid recovery and restore mobility.

The Gleneagles Global Hospitals use state-of-the-art facilities, laboratories, and surgeons to provide end-to-end, cutting-edge bone marrow transplants that are consistent with the highest standards of care in the world. Gleneagles Global Health City has been considered to be one of the best places in India to avail Autologous Bone Marrow Transplants. Not only this, it has the most sought-after & highly experienced surgeons for autologous bone marrow transplant in Chennai, who are proficient in performing all types of transplants.

The hospital has a renowned Bone Marrow Transplant Unit, which is one of the very few centers in the country to offer BMT for life-threatening benign & malignant disorders. The procedure is performed successfully with a team collaboration of dedicated pediatric & adult BMT physicians, intensivists, infectious disease specialists, pathologists, and expert staff. To offer the best possible care to those choosing bone marrow transplantation, the respective department has established an advanced laboratory and the requisite transfusion facilities. A 24*7 Blood bank is also available at the facility.

At the Global Health City hospital in Perumbakkam, both domestic and foreign patients can receive comprehensive kidney transplant care under one roof. The hospital runs a kidney transplant program, which covers both live & cadaveric transplants, making it the best kidney transplant hospital in Chennai. Some of the top kidney transplant specialists in India practice at the Department of Kidney Transplant in Chennai and have years of expertise in treating thousands of patients each year.

Patients who come to the hospital for kidney transplants will have access to well-kept labs and operating rooms with cutting-edge equipment to carry out the surgery safely. The Global Health City routinely and devotedly performs kidney transplants in India. The transplant team ensures that all aspects of your examination (imaging studies, blood tests, etc.) are done thoroughly. The staff also acknowledges past and present donors who have safeguarded the lives of their loved ones. Some of the interventional radiology procedures performed are Cadaveric renal transplantation, Solitary Kidney transplant, Combined Liver Kidney Transplant, etc. Among other specialists, Dr. Muthukumar P. is one of the renowned Senior Nephrologists & Kidney Transplant physicians at Global Health City.

The Gleneagles Global Health City Hospital in Perumbakkam, Chennai, has received recognition as the region's leading hospital for liver transplants. (LDLT, DDLT, Split Liver Transplant, Auxiliary liver transplantation, and Combined liver transplants). Gleneagles Global Health City has one of the largest liver transplantation departments in Asia. Some of the top liver transplant specialists in India practice at the Department of Liver Transplant in Chennai and have years of expertise in treating thousands of patients each year. Not only this, but GGHC is also one of the best hospitals for the treatment of liver diseases in Asia.

The Institute has decades of experience treating thousands of patients successfully utilizing value-based facilities such as internationally-trained Liver transplant specialists, well-kept labs, and transplant-specialized OTs with cutting-edge equipment to carry out the surgery safely. The transplant team ensures that all aspects of your examination (imaging studies, blood tests, etc.) are done thoroughly. Some of the popular transplant specialists are Dr. Mettu Srinivas Reddy, Dr. Rajinikanth Patcha V., Dr. Selvakumar Mallesswaran, and many others. The facility has a success rate of over 95% for both adult and paediatric liver transplant patients.