About US
Kanchi Kamakoti CHILDS Trust HospitalKKCTH is an established tertiary care hospital in Chennai, exclusively catering to children’s & women’s health needs. The hospital features multiple specialties and facilities, including qualified pediatric consultants, as well as 24/7 lab and emergency services. We focus on providing comprehensive care to every child on our premises, extending medical support in every possible way.
Our MISSIONChildren are precious, and we believe that it is imperative to provide quality healthcare for their growth as healthy and active citizens. Our Mission is to ensure care and attention to the children entrusted to us for treatment through the deployment of competent medical personnel, up-to-date technology, and modern equipment at a fair cost.
Our VISIONWe have embarked on our journey with a vision to provide quality medical care to our future generation, irrespective of their economic status, caste, or religion, as well as to excel in academic activities and pediatric research.
We offer a wide range of care and support to our patients, from diagnosis to rehabilitation.
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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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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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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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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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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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The Department of Radiology at KKCTH has been recently renovated and provides radiology services dedicated to children.
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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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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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A positive, Safe, Child Friendly HospitalAt KKCTH, we believe every child deserves the best care. Our hospital combines experienced medical professionals, modern facilities, and compassionate treatment to support your child's health journey.
- 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
Qualified pediatricians
Cutting edge technology
Quality treatment
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The Chennai Pediatric Airway Congress 2026 was held from 4th-6th September 2026. It was successfully organised by CEPAS, Kanchi Kamakoti CHILDS Trust Hospital, headed by Dr. Thirunavukkarasu, Pediatric ENT & Airway Surgeon, Dr. Ramesh, Pediatric Anaesthesiologist and Dr. Bala Ramachandran, Pediatric Intensivist. On the first two days, live airway endoscopic procedures performed at KKCTH OTs were relayed, followed by talks and panel discussions by renowned national and internation...
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EnGen Global generously donated critical medical equipment to Kanchi Kamakoti CHILDS Trust Hospital. The contribution includes a Non-Invasive Ventilator and Pulse Oximeters, essential medical devices that will significantly strengthen the hospital's Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) and enhance its capacity to provide advanced, life-saving care for children and mothers inaugurated on 7th July 2026.We sincerely thank enGen Global and the enGen Serve CSR team for their generous support and comm...
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We are sincerely grateful to Amphenol Omniconnect India Pvt. Ltd. for their generous donation of a Bronchoscopic Cryotherapy System, Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) equipment, and Orthopaedic Operating Table accessories, which were inaugurated on 30 June 2026.These advanced medical technologies will strengthen our diagnostic and treatment capabilities, enabling us to provide safer, more precise, and high-quality care to our patients. We extend our heartfelt appreciation to Amphenol Omniconnect I...
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CXO Champion Award
Our CEO receives the CEO for Operational Excellence Winner award from FICCI Tamil Nadu for operational excellence, innovation and sustainability.
Best Child Care Hospital Award
We’re proud to announce that Kanchi Kamakoti CHILDS Trust Hospital has been awarded 2nd place in the All India Best Pediatrics Hospitals ranking by Outlook and NEB Research.
Institutional Excellence award
On the occasion of International doctor's day on 1st July 2025, our hospital was conferred the "Institutional Excellence award" by the Rotary International 3234, in recognition of our outstanding contribution to pediatric health care.
AHPI Excellence award 2025
Single speciality hospital of the year - North zone
Insurance Tie-ups
Our dedicated administrative team is trained to assist you with smooth insurance processing and cashless hospitalizationPre-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.
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 any emergency around the clock.
- Yes. KKCTH houses an advanced, 35-bedded Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) managing nearly 1,000 high-risk newborns annually.
- The unit includes two intensive care bays, a step-down unit, an isolation area, and a dedicated procedure room. Led by qualified neonatal consultants and a dedicated multidisciplinary clinical team, the NICU offers comprehensive care modalities including therapeutic hypothermia, high-frequency ventilation, inhaled nitric oxide therapy, peritoneal dialysis, 24×7 donor milk-bank services, and structured developmental follow-up programs.
- 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. V.V.Vivekanand (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 a dedicated pediatric tertiary care institution with 47 years of clinical experience, offering comprehensive pediatric subspecialties under one roof.
- KKCTH features 50 doctors across 30 departments, a Level III NICU established in 1990, and a dedicated Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) established in 1991. The institution's infrastructure is supported by recognized standards, having received the AHPI Single Specialty Hospital Award and the FICCI Institutional Excellence Award for its healthcare contributions.
- KKCTH operates an established Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) that manages critically ill infants, including those with birth weights as low as 450 grams.
- The unit's infrastructure features advanced clinical technologies, including therapeutic hypothermia, high-frequency oscillatory ventilation, inhaled nitric oxide, functional echocardiography, and retinopathy screening. Equipped with 24×7 NICU transport services (contact: 73580 33310), KKCTH serves as a referral destination for neonatal care across Tamil Nadu and neighboring regions.
- KKCTH functions as a tertiary care facility offering Level III NICU support for premature infants 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 pediatric 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.