CHENNAI PRESS NEWS

Chennai, February 26, 2026: Setting a new benchmark in senior care, MGM Healthcare has launched Swayam, Chennai’s first comprehensive, multidisciplinary geriatric programme built on a structured continuity-of-care model focused on restoring and sustaining quality of life. The initiative is supported by a dedicated senior helpline (044-42004222) for elderly patients and their families. Photo caption: L to R: Dr. Senathi Nanda Kishore, Clinical Director & Senior Consultant & Clinical Lead – Anaesthesiology and Surgical ICU, Dr. P. Sivaraj, Senior Consultant, Department of Internal Medicine, Dr. Rajendran AJ , Senior Consultant and Clinical Lead, Rehabilitation Medicine, MGM Healthcare, Col. K. Prabhakar Hebbar (Retd.), Mrs. Krishnaveni, Deputy Manager and Mrs. Joseph Marita, Branch Head, Dignity Foundation Swayam integrates outpatient services, dedicated in-patient wards including senior-friendly ICUs, and hospital-to-home care through direct visits, remote monitoring, and struct...

Chennai, 25 February 2026: Gleneagles Hospital Chennai, a part of Fortis Healthcare, today inaugurated Sakhi, a Comprehensive Breast Care Clinic dedicated to delivering integrated breast health services — from screening and diagnosis to advanced treatment and reconstruction. The clinic was inaugurated by Chief Guest Nalini in the presence of senior hospital leadership and the multidisciplinary oncology team. Sakhi has been conceptualised as a one-stop breast clinic addressing the full spectrum of breast health — including breast cancer, benign breast conditions, preventive care, screening and post-treatment rehabilitation. The centre integrates surgical oncology, radiation oncology, medical oncology and advanced diagnostics under a coordinated care pathway to enable faster decision-making and improved patient experience. Inauguration Youtube Video link 👇  Equipped with advanced diagnostic capabilities such as 3D mammography, tomosynthesis and stereotactic biopsies, the clinic supp...

Chennai, February 25, 2026: The Indian Society of Critical Care Medicine (ISCCM), in association with Kauvery Group of Hospitals and Indian Institute of Technology Madras, successfully conducted the AI in Critical Care Datathon 2026 as part of the 32nd Annual Conference of ISCCM (Criticare 2026) in Chennai. The conference brought together clinicians, researchers, engineers, and data scientists from across the world to explore the growing role of artificial intelligence in intensive care medicine. (L to R) Dr Sridhar Nagaiyan, Coordinator - ISCCM, Dr Manivannan S, Founder and Managing Director, Kauvery Group of Hospitals, Padma Shri Kamakoti V, Director IIT Madras, Dr Aravindan Selvaraj Co-Founder and Executive Director Kauvery Group of Hospitals, Dr Iyappan Ponnuswamy, Medical Director Kauvery Hospital A major highlight was the two-day AI Datathon (February 25–26), a first-of-its-kind initiative that united critical care physicians and data scientists to address real-world ICU challeng...

Chennai, February 24, 2026: The Universal Health Code, presented as the world’s first comprehensive “owner’s manual” for the human body, was launched in Chennai today. Spanning nearly 300 pages, the book brings together the collective wisdom of 50 leading medical experts — all 1984 batchmates of Madras Medical College. (L to R) Dr. Vijay C. Bose, Joint Director & Senior Consultant, SIMS Hospital;  Prof. Mohamed Rela, Chairman, Rela Hospital;  Dr. Ravi Pachamuthu, Chairman, SRM Group;  Dinesh Karthik, former Indian cricketer and RCB Batting Coach The first copies were released by Dr. Ravi Pachamuthu, Chairman, SRM Group, and Prof. Mohamed Rela, Chairman, Rela Hospital. The copies were received by Dinesh Karthik, former Indian cricketer and RCB Batting Coach, and Gopinath Chandran, Indian Television Anchor and Motivational speaker in the presence of Dr. Vijay C. Bose, Joint Director & Senior Consultant, who compiled the book, along with the team from Wings Publicati...

Chennai, 24 February 2026: Apollo Speciality Hospitals, Teynampet successfully performed a complex minimally invasive procedure to remove a large 15 cm laterally spreading adenoma (colon polyp) from the sigmoid colon of an 80-year-old woman using Advanced Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection (ESD), supported by Zoom scope technology — marking the first such use of this advanced approach in Tamil Nadu. (L to R) Karan Puri, CEO, Apollo Speciality Hospitals, Teynampet; Dr. R. Ravi, Clinical Lead – Gastroenterology, Liver Disease & Advanced Endoscopy, Apollo Speciality Hospitals, Teynampet along with the patient and relative The patient presented with rectal bleeding and abdominal pain and was diagnosed with a high-risk adenoma that carried significant potential for malignant transformation if left untreated. Given the size and location of the lesion, the case required exceptional endoscopic precision and expertise. Press meet Youtube Video link 👇  The medical team achieved en-bloc re...

Chennai, February 2026: YBE Nails Lashes Brows, a focused beauty bar concept dedicated exclusively to nail, lash, and brow services, has launched its first outlet in Chennai. The brand is introduced by Tip and Toe Salon, pioneers in the specialised nails, lash, and brow segment, positioning YBE as a structured, professional alternative to both premium salons and unorganised budget setups. Spread across approximately 400 sq. ft., the Chennai outlet is designed as a compact, design-forward space featuring four nail stations, three pedicure loungers, and a dedicated lash and brow zone. With minimal beige-chrome interiors and a digital-first booking and payment system supporting UPI and cards, the outlet blends aesthetic appeal with operational efficiency. A key differentiator is YBE’s 60-minute service commitment—every treatment is structured to be completed within an hour, catering to time-conscious working professionals and college students. Launch Youtube video Link 👇  YBE’s menu ...