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Kanchi Kamakoti CHILDS Trust Hospital

KKCTH is the leading tertiary care hospital in Chennai, exclusively catering to children’s & women’s health needs in South India. The hospital prides itself on having multiple specialities and facilities, including expert Child specialists, as well as 24/7 lab and emergency services at an affordable cost. We focus on providing a healing touch to every sick child on our premises, extending aid in every possible way.

Our MISSION

Children are God’s gift to Mankind & we believe that it is imperative to provide quality healthcare for their growth as good and useful citizens. Our Mission is to ensure care and attention to the children entrusted to us for treatment through deployment of competent medical personnel, up-to-date technology and modern equipment at a fair and affordable cost.

Our VISION

We have embarked on our journey with a vision to provide a healing touch to our precious future generation, irrespective of their economic status, caste or religion as well as to excel in academic activities and pediatric research.

47
+ Years of Experience

We offer a wide range of care and support to our patients, from diagnosis to rehabilitation.

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365 days coverage by qualified Pediatricians and Obstetricians
30

Departments

50

Doctors

200

Beds

50162

Total Surgeries from
2012 to July 2025...

specialities

Delivering world class medical care
Children pouring syrup into spoon – General pediatric care at KKCTH
General Pediatrics

The Department of Pediatric Medicine at KKCTH forms the backbone of the hospital. The department is managed by 9 full time Senior Consultants. All children who walk in to the hospital for routine consultation apart from Emergencies are seen by the Medical consultants.

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Doctors performing pediatric surgery – KKCTH operation theater
Pediatric Surgery and Urology

The department was started in the hospital by the founder Prof. Dr. M.S. Ramakrishnan, who was a pioneer in the field of Pediatric surgery.

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Sick child with thermometer – Pediatric care clinic at KKCTH
Pediatric Emergency Care

At the Emergency Department, we care for children aged one month to 18 years. Children up to one month old are taken care of in the Neonatology department. Of the total admissions in any time period, approximately 40-50% need emergency care. Sick children are stabilized in the Emergency room and then shifted to the appropriate wards .

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Child with doctors in Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) – KKCTH
Pediatric Intensive Care

The Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) here, started in 1991, was the first separate PICU in the private sector in Madras. It was completely renovated in 2004 and currently has 17 beds (10 ICU and 7 High Dependency). It is a purpose built, state-of-the art facility and every effort has been taken to meet the current guidelines for ICU’s, especially with reference to bed space, air conditioning, and infection control. There are two isolation suites equipped with High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filters.

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Newborn baby in Neonatology & Neonatal ICU – KKCTH
Neonatology & Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

Kanchi Kamakoti Childs Trust Hospital has a level III neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) which caters to nearly 1000 high risk newborns every year. Established in 1990, the NICU is a 35 bedded tertiary care unit with provisions and facilities for routine care and high-risk neonates. The NICU has 2 intensive care bays, having a capacity of 16 beds in addition to a 15 bedded step down unit, a 4 bedded isolation area and a procedure room.

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NICU nurse with newborn baby – KKCTH Neonatal Intensive Care
Pediatric radiology

The Department of Radiology at KKCTH has been recently renovated and is one of the best in the country. We are one among the few who provide radiology services exclusive to children.

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Blood sample collection from child at KKCTH laboratory
Laboratory Services

The department of laboratory services at Kanchi Kamakoti CHILDS Trust Hospital provides accurate and precise results on clinical material within the shortest turnaround time. The laboratory offers round the clock service and the tests are performed by qualified and highly experienced technical staff using state of the art diagnostic equipment.

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Children resting in bed after anesthesia – Pediatric recovery care
Pediatric Anesthesiology

Administering anesthetics to babies and small children is not the same as anaesthetizing adults. Special training, techniques, vigilance, equipment and approach are required.

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Why Choose KKCTH

A positive, Safe, Child Friendly Hospital

At KKCTH, we believe every child deserves the best care. Known as the “Home to the Best Pediatricians in Chennai,” our hospital combines expert guidance, modern facilities, and compassionate treatment to ensure your little ones thrive. With smiling doctors and advanced care, we make every health journey a happy and reassuring experience.

  • Exclusive children hospital with high risk maternity and neonatal unit
  • 24hours Pediatric emergency and lab services
  • All pediatric subspecialities under one roof
  • Rational, ethical and state of the art care for children
Happy child at KKCTH hospital – Pediatric wellness care
  • Doctors icon – KKCTH medical teamBest Pediatricians
  • Clinic icon – KKCTH pediatric servicesCutting edge technology
  • KKCTH's commitment to pediatric careQuality treatment
News and events
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Paediatric ICU ambulance donated to childrens’ hospital

SI Investments and Broking Ltd, Mumbai, and Rotary Club of Madras donated a paediatric Intensive Care Unit (ICU) ambulance to Kanchi Kamakoti CHILDS Trust Hospital (KKCTH) on Tuesday. This was to safely transport critically ill newborn babies and children across long distances.Siddharth Iyer, chief executive officer and managing director, SI Investments and Broking Private Limited, and Nikhil Raj, president of Rotary Club of Madras, were present along with Janani Sankar, medical director of KKCT...

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Department of Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes

Department of Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes, conducted the following events as part of World Diabetes day - quiz for postgraduates on 20.11.2025, symposium on childhood diabetes on 21.11.2025 and parental education session on carbohydrate counting on 22.11.2025.

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The National Newborn Week 2025

The National newborn week 2025 was celebrated at KKCTH by the Department of  Neonatology between Nov 15th and 21st. The events included a brain storming quiz for post graduates  in paediatrics on  the theme -  Preterm care.The team from CSI kalyani bagged the first prize and the second prize was shared by the teams from Mehta and ESI hospital. We also conducted an innovative hands on workshop for nurses on the theme - “Safety quality and nurture - Every touch, Every...

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Awards
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Insurance Tie-ups
exceptional people skills and trained to assist you

Pre-authorization for cashless hospitalization before admission can be requested via phone or email to our insurance desk, especially for elective surgeries. Securing pre-authorization helps avoid unexpected costs or claim rejections. Our hospital insurance desk co-ordinator will assist and guide you in obtaining approval from the Insurance provider or TPA.

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FAQ

  • Call KKCTH's 24/7 emergency line immediately at 044-42001800 and proceed to 12-A Nageswara Road, Nungambakkam.
  • KKCTH operates a dedicated Pediatric Emergency Department catering to children aged one month to 18 years, and a separate Neonatology Department for infants under one month. Emergency stabilisation is performed on arrival, after which the child is transferred to the appropriate unit, be it the PICU, NICU, or inpatient ward. Approximately 40–50% of all admissions require emergency-level intervention, so the department is staffed and equipped to handle high-acuity presentations around the clock.
  • Yes. KKCTH houses South India's most experienced Level III NICU, managing nearly 1,000 high-risk newborns annually with a survival rate exceeding 95%.
  • The 35-bedded unit includes two intensive care bays, a step-down unit, an isolation area, and a dedicated procedure room. Led by Dr. Vaanathi Vijayakumar (Head of Department, Neonatology) and senior consultants Dr. Chandrakumar N and Dr. Rahul Anand Yadav, the NICU offers therapeutic hypothermia, high-frequency ventilation, inhaled nitric oxide therapy, peritoneal dialysis, 24×7 milk-bank services, and comprehensive developmental follow-up.
  • A growing child requires an adequate and balanced intake of macronutrients (proteins, complex carbohydrates, healthy fats) alongside micronutrients including calcium, iron, zinc, Vitamin D, and folate.
  • Proteins support tissue synthesis and immune function; calcium and Vitamin D underpin skeletal development; iron prevents cognitive compromise from anaemia; and omega-3 fatty acids are critical for neurological maturation. Deficiencies in any of these nutrients during key developmental windows can have lasting consequences. KKCTH's Department of Paediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, led by Dr. Srinivas S, provides evidence-based nutritional assessment and counselling for children presenting with failure to thrive, malabsorption, or obesity-related metabolic concerns.
  • Consult a paediatric pulmonologist when your child experiences recurrent or persistent respiratory symptoms—chronic cough, recurrent wheeze, unexplained breathlessness, or frequent respiratory infections that do not respond adequately to standard treatment. .
  • Specific indications include suspected asthma, cystic fibrosis, chronic lung disease in premature infants, obstructive sleep apnoea, and aspiration-related lung disease. Dr. Vijayakumar (Paediatric Pulmonologist, KKCTH) is experienced in diagnosing conditions that may elude general practitioners, providing targeted therapy that can significantly reduce morbidity.
  • Kanchi Kamakoti CHILDS Trust Hospital (KKCTH) is widely regarded as the foremost dedicated paediatric tertiary care institution in South India, with 47 years of clinical experience and all subspecialties under one roof.
  • KKCTH holds second-place recognition in the All India Best Paediatrics Hospital ranking by Outlook and NEB Research, the AHPI Single Speciality Hospital of the Year award (North Zone), and the FICCI Institutional Excellence Award. With 50+ specialist doctors across 30 departments, a Level III NICU established in 1990, and the first private-sector PICU in Madras (1991), its depth of paediatric focus is unmatched in the region.
  • KKCTH brings together over 50 full-time and visiting consultants, each a subspecialist exclusively focused on children's health, a depth of expertise unavailable in most multi-specialty hospitals.
  • Key senior specialists include Dr. Janani Sankar (Medical Director, General Paediatrics), Dr. Bala Ramachandran (Paediatric Intensive Care, 30+ years' experience), Dr. K. G. Ravikumar (Paediatric Endocrinology, FRCPCH UK), Dr. Priya Ramachandran (Paediatric Surgery & Urology, PhD, D.Sc.), Dr. Arathi Srinivasan (Haemato-Oncology), Dr. Thirunavukkarasu (Paediatric ENT & Airway), and Dr. Chidambaram Balasubramaniam (Neurosurgery, M.Ch., MAMS).
  • KKCTH's Level III NICU, established in 1990 and continuously upgraded is among the most advanced neonatal units in South India, managing infants from birth weights as low as 450 grams.
  • The unit's infrastructure includes therapeutic hypothermia, high-frequency oscillatory ventilation, inhaled nitric oxide, functional echocardiography, and retinopathy screening. With a documented survival rate exceeding 95% across all admitted neonates and 24×7 NICU transport services (call 73580 33310), KKCTH functions as a primary referral destination for critically ill newborns from across Tamil Nadu and neighbouring states.
  • KKCTH is the tertiary referral centre of choice for premature infant care, offering Level III NICU support for babies born at all gestational ages, including extremely preterm infants below 28 weeks.
  • A dedicated mobile NICU transport service facilitates the safe transfer of critically ill neonates from peripheral hospitals. The unit is supported by on-site paediatric surgery, cardiology, ophthalmology (for retinopathy of prematurity screening), and a 24-hour milk bank, providing a comprehensive continuum of care from initial resuscitation through developmental follow-up.
  • KKCTH's Department of Paediatric Surgery and Urology is led by Dr. Priya Ramachandran (FRCS Eng, FRCS Edin, DNB, PhD, D.Sc.)—one of South India's most credentialled paediatric surgeons, alongside Dr. Lakshmi Sundararajan (MCh, FRCS Paed Surgery) and Dr. S. Balagopal (MS, MCh).
  • The department has performed over 50,000 surgeries since 2012 and specialises in complex neonatal surgery, laparoscopic procedures, biliary atresia (Kasai), and urological reconstruction. The Centre for Excellence in Surgery on campus provides advanced infrastructure for intricate paediatric operative cases.