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Sri Ramachandra Medical Center
had its inception in the year 1985 as a private not-for-profit self-financing institution and it was dedicated
to serve the society as a centre of excellence with emphasis on medical
education, research and health care.
The Institute had its inception in the year 1985 as a private not-for-profit
self-financing institution and it was dedicated to serve the society
as a centre of excellence with emphasis on medical education, research
and health care.
Sri Ramachandra Hospital Campus:
The 200 acres campus has Medical, Dental, Nursing,
Allied health Science, Physiotherapy and Health management colleges
besides the 1600 bedded hospital. About 2000 students and doctors
stay within the campus hence it is fully self sufficient. It has
many restaurants, shops, Banks, post-office, cyber-cafes and an ATM
machine. 24 hours electricity and water is available.
The campus is well maintained and has a lot of greenery.
Porur town is within a kilometer. A small lake is next to the hospital.
The main city center is about 12 Kms from the campus. It is very
well linked with transport that is available almost round the clock.
Accommodation :
This is available within the sprawling 200
acres campus of the hospital. Single rooms are available at a nominal
cost. For longer stay flats near the hospital are available.
Coming to Madras or Chennai, India from Abroad
- If coming from abroad please check with
the India
High commission office regarding visa requirements to travelling
to India
- Air-India and British Airways has direct
flights to Chennai or Madras from London. Other airlines touching
Chennai include- Luftansa, Emirates, Singapore, Malaysian and
Mauritius airlines.
- If you intimate the department in advance
an airport pick-up an be arranged.
- The hospital is about 10 kms from the Airport.
A taxi should cost you a maximum if Rs.150.00 (Approx. US$ 3)
- If you are arriving by train, the railway
station is about 15 kms from the hospital. You can take a three
wheeler auto from the station. It will cost you again about Rs.150.00.
You may have to bargain with the auto driver.
- On arrival at the Hospital ask for SRMC
Annexe building. Normally the accommodation is arranged in this
building. If you have problems contact the hospital PRO (Ms.Sashikala)
or contact the Casualty or Accident and Emergency department.
- Follow instructions regarding taking vaccines
if coming from abroad
- You are advised to use bottled mineral
water. If you are coming in the summer months you should drink
adequately to avoid dehydration. Avoid eating salads and uncooked
food items. Fruits are very safe.
- Chennai is relatively safe city however
if you are coming late in the night please use public transport.
Please Read the following instructions if coming
to the Hospital to see the doctor:
1. Please bring all your previous health papers
or file with all the reports. Don't forget to bring your previous
X-rays and Scans if you have.
2. On arriving at the hospital visit the first floor
registration counter and register yourself under the concerned doctor.
A file with the doctor's name will be provided to you.
3. Urology department is located on the second floor
of the main hospital building. It is called B2 ward.
4. On visiting the department one of the staff will
take your history and ask for some investigations if necessary.
Once this has been done the concerned doctor will see you.
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