Southern Railway Headquarters Hospital, Chennai

Southern Railway Headquarters Hospital, also known as the Perambur railway hospital, is a 500-bed hospital located in Ayanavaram, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. It is owned by the Southern Railway and serves both railway employees and the general public at a low cost. The hospital was established in 1928 during the British rule in India and has since specialized in 15 basic disciplines and 3 super-specialties. It is accredited by the National Board of Examination and international institutions such as the Royal College of Surgeons for postgraduate training.

The hospital is currently spread across a land measuring 15 acres and is a national referral center for cardiology and cardiovascular surgery for the Indian Railways. However, Southern Railway is constructing a new hospital to replace the current one and is planning to establish a medical college with private participation at the existing hospital premises.

The Southern Railway Headquarters Hospital is located on Constable Road, between Perambur Carriage Works and Perambur Loco Works railway stations.

History

The hospital was established during the British era to cater to the healthcare needs of railway employees. Over the years, it has grown to become a renowned medical center providing quality healthcare services to the community.