SRM Prime Hospital Opens GI and Liver Institute with South India’s Most Advanced Endoscopy Unit

Chennai, November 3, 2025: SRM Prime Hospital, Ramapuram, has inaugurated the SRM Prime Institute of Gastrointestinal and Liver Diseases, featuring South India’s most advanced endoscopy unit. The institute aims to provide comprehensive digestive and liver care powered by next-generation imaging and precision-based endoscopic technologies.

(L to R) P. Siva, Chief Executive Officer; Tamil film Actor R. Parthiban; Dr. Arulprakash, Clinical Lead & Senior Consultant – Gastroenterology and Hepatology;  Dr. Tharun J George, Senior Consultant – Gastroenterology and Hepatology

The institute was inaugurated by Tamil film actor R. Parthiban, in the presence of Mr. P. Siva, Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Arulprakash, Clinical Lead & Senior Consultant – Gastroenterology and Hepatology, and Dr. Tharun J George, Senior Consultant – Gastroenterology and Hepatology, SRM Prime Hospital.

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Equipped with cutting-edge systems such as the Arietta 750, EP-8000 endoscopic ultrasound, and Olympus X1 platform, the centre offers high-definition imaging for precision-guided, minimally invasive GI and liver procedures. The introduction of the Slim Therapeutic Endoscope EG-840TP further enhances procedural accuracy, ensuring faster recovery and improved patient outcomes.

Speaking at the launch, Mr. P. Siva said, “At SRM Prime Hospital, our goal is to deliver complete digestive care under one roof—combining world-class technology with expert gastroenterologists and trained staff. With this institute, we reaffirm our commitment to patient-centered, high-quality care that meets global standards.”

Dr. Arulprakash added, “Our advanced endoscopy suites ensure safe, painless, and minimally invasive procedures. The institute houses Tamil Nadu’s first high-end endoscopic ultrasound system, enabling detailed imaging and targeted interventions for complex pancreatic and biliary disorders. We are also equipped for early GI cancer detection and non-surgical removal through advanced endoscopic techniques such as ESD, EMR, and EFTR.”

The institute provides a full spectrum of gastroenterology and liver services, including early gut cancer therapy, acid reflux management, ERCP and EUS-guided liver and pancreas procedures, and bariatric endoscopy options such as Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG) and Intragastric Balloon therapy.

Dedicated specialty clinics include the Acid Reflux Clinic, Pancreas Clinic, Liver Clinic, IBD Clinic, Constipation & GI Motility Clinic, and the Obesity & Metabolic Endoscopy Clinic. The hospital also offers 24/7 GI emergency care for conditions such as GI bleeding, foreign body removal, acute pancreatitis, and liver emergencies, ensuring rapid, expert treatment round the clock.

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