Southern Railway Headquarters Hospital, located in Ayanavaram, Chennai, is a major multispecialty hospital under the Indian Railways. Established in 1928, it provides comprehensive healthcare services for railway employees, their families, and the general public. The hospital has advanced facilities including emergency care, ICU, cardiology, orthopedics, neurology, general surgery, diagnostics, and maternity care, making it a key referral center in South India.
🚨 Emergency & Quick Access
- Emergency (24×7): +91 44 2641 2600
- Appointments / OPD: +91 44 2641 2611
- Email: info@srhqh.edu.in
- Ambulance Helpline: 108 (Tamil Nadu Govt. Emergency Service)
- Police / Fire / Ambulance: 100 | 101 | 102 | 112
🏥 Hospital Services
Departments
- General Medicine
- Cardiology & Cardiothoracic Surgery
- Neurology & Neurosurgery
- Orthopedics & Trauma Care
- Obstetrics & Gynecology
- Pediatrics & Neonatology
- ENT, Ophthalmology, Dermatology
Diagnostics
- Pathology & Biochemistry Labs
- Radiology (X-ray, CT, MRI)
- Ultrasound & Doppler
- ECG, Echo & Stress Test
- Blood Bank
Special Facilities
- 24×7 Emergency & ICU
- Dialysis Unit
- Operation Theatres
- Pharmacy
- Railway Health Schemes & Insurance
👩⚕ Doctors
The hospital has a dedicated team of railway medical officers, specialists, and surgeons across multiple disciplines including cardiology, orthopedics, neurology, and general medicine.
- Find a Doctor: Contact the OPD desk for schedules and availability.
- Appointments: Book via phone at +91 44 2641 2611.
🧭 Patient & Visitor Information
- OPD Hours: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Mon–Sat). Emergency services 24×7.
- Admissions: Based on doctor’s referral and availability.
- Facilities: Pharmacy, canteen, waiting areas, railway beneficiary care.
- Insurance/TPA: Railway Health Scheme & select insurance providers accepted.
🛟 Support Services
- Ambulance: 24×7 ambulance service available.
- Pharmacy: In-house pharmacy open 24×7.
- Blood Bank: Licensed and functional blood storage & transfusion services.
- Railway Wellness: Preventive health checkups for employees & dependents.
📍 Nearby Facilities
Pharmacies
- 24×7 medical shops available near Ayanavaram.
Locate on Google Maps
Food & Lodging
- Hotels, lodges, and restaurants are available near Ayanavaram.
Transport
- Nearest railway station: Perambur (~3 km).
- Nearest metro: Nehru Park Metro (~4 km).
- Nearest airport: Chennai International Airport (~22 km).
- Well connected by city buses, autos, and cabs.
🧑💻 Online Services
🔎 Quick Actions
Address:
Southern Railway Headquarters Hospital,
Ayanavaram, Chennai – 600023, Tamil Nadu, India.