Government Royapettah Hospital (GRH), located in Royapettah, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, is a leading government multi-specialty hospital established in the 20th century. It is one of the largest state-run tertiary care hospitals in Chennai, functioning under the Directorate of Medical Education. The hospital provides general medicine, surgery, orthopedics, trauma care, oncology (Adyar Cancer Institute annex), nephrology, cardiology, urology, and emergency services. It is also a designated COVID-19 care and cancer treatment center during recent years.
🚨 Emergency & Quick Access
- Emergency (24×7): +91 44 2831 1222
- General Enquiry: +91 44 2831 1333
- Email: grhchennai@gov.in
- Police / Fire / Ambulance: 100 | 101 | 102 | 112
🏥 Hospital Services
Specialties
- General Medicine & Surgery
- Oncology (Cancer Care Unit)
- Orthopedics & Trauma
- Cardiology & Cardiac Care
- Urology & Nephrology
- ENT, Ophthalmology & Dermatology
- Gynecology & Obstetrics
- Pediatrics & Neonatology
Diagnostics
- CT Scan & MRI
- Digital X-rays & Ultrasound
- Pathology & Biochemistry Labs
- Endoscopy & Colonoscopy
Emergency & Inpatient
- 24×7 Emergency & Trauma Care
- Dedicated Oncology Wards
- ICU, CCU & NICU
- Inpatient Wards (General & Special)
- Operation Theatres (Major & Minor)
👩⚕ Doctors
The hospital has a large team of specialist doctors, surgeons, and resident doctors under the Directorate of Medical Education, Tamil Nadu. Services include OPD consultations, emergency care, and specialized cancer treatments.
- Find a Doctor: Visit hospital OPD counters for registration.
- Appointments: Walk-in OPD or referral through government health schemes.
🧭 Patient & Visitor Information
- OPD Hours: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Mon–Sat). Emergency open 24×7.
- Admissions: ID proof, previous medical records, and government scheme cards required.
- Facilities: Waiting areas, pharmacy, canteen, ambulance services.
- Insurance/TPA: Accepted under CM Health Insurance Scheme & other government programs.
- Visitor Policy: Limited visiting hours, COVID-19 protocols in place.
🛟 Support Services
- Ambulance: 24×7 patient transport.
- Pharmacy: Government-run pharmacy inside campus.
- Blood Bank: Licensed in-house blood bank.
- Counseling & Social Work: Patient assistance services available.
📍 Nearby Facilities
Pharmacies
- 24×7 pharmacies available near Royapettah.
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Food & Lodging
- Hotels, hostels & lodges available near Royapettah & Triplicane.
Transport
- Nearest railway station: Chennai Egmore (~3 km).
- Nearest airport: Chennai International Airport (~18 km).
- Metro: Thousand Lights Metro Station (~1 km).
- Bus stop: Royapettah Hospital Stop (~200 m).
🧑💻 Online Services
🔎 Quick Actions
🔗 Official Links
Address:
Government Royapettah Hospital, Westcott Road, Royapettah, Chennai – 600014, Tamil Nadu, India.