Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre, (Chennai)
Chennai, India
Overview
Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre (Rela Hospital) is a world-class 450-bed quaternary care hospital spread across a sprawling 36-acre campus in Chromepet, Chennai. Founded in 2018 by the globally acclaimed liver transplant surgeon Prof. Mohamed Rela, the hospital stands as a premier hub for critically ill patients and complex multi-organ transplantations. Housing over 55 comprehensive clinical departments, the facility seamlessly blends day-to-day primary care with pioneering medical research and high-end super-specialty treatments, setting a benchmark for health systems internationally.
Infrastructure
Spanning a modern 36-acre medical campus, the facility features 450 hospital beds, including a massive 130-bed critical care infrastructure and India's largest dedicated liver transplant ICU. It encompasses 14 state-of-the-art modular operating rooms, 72 outpatient consultation suites, and a dedicated preventive health check lounge. High-end diagnostic setups include 3 Tesla MRI, Cardiac MRI, 128 Slice CT, PET-CT scanners, Da Vinci robotic surgical systems, and linear accelerators providing tumor irradiation up to 1mm precision.
Centres of Excellence
Liver Disease & Transplantation
Advanced Paediatrics
Gastro Sciences (Gastroenterology & Hepatology)
Renal Sciences (Nephrology & Urology)
Trauma Centre and Care
Reproductive Medicine
Cardiology & Cardio-Thoracic Surgery
Neurosciences (Neurology & Neurosurgery)
Spine Surgery
Oncology (Medical, Surgical & Radiation)
Bone Marrow Transplantation
Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery
Vascular Surgery
Pulmonary Medicine
ENT (Ear, Nose & Throat)
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Interventional Radiology
Dermatology
Ophthalmology
Key Differentiators
- Founded and Directed by Globally Renowned Transplant Surgeon Prof. Mohamed Rela
- Houses South Asia's Largest Pediatric Liver Transplant Program
- Over 4000 Successful Liver Transplant Surgeries Completed
- Equipped with India's Largest Dedicated Liver Intensive Care Unit
- Dual International JCI and National NABH Quality Standards Certification
Services for International Patients
Comprehensive, barrier-free assistance tailored for global medical tourists, including fast-track visa documentation support, airport pick-and-drop services, local hotel or guest house bookings, multi-language translation and interpretation, customized international culinary plans, dedicated personal medical coordinators, and transparent cost estimates before arrival.
Accessibility
Fully wheelchair-accessible entry ramps and automatic main entrance systems, universal wider corridors, specially engineered patient lifts, designated handicap-accessible restrooms on every level, and priority handicap parking sectors near the main building entrance.
At A Glance
LanguagesEnglish, Tamil, Hindi, Bengali, Arabic
Established2018
Doctors0
Beds450
Awards & Recognition
🏆 Best Hospital for Liver Transplant in India - Global Health & Pharma Awards
🏆 Best Medical Tourism Hospital in India - Healthcare Asia Awards
🏆 Best Performing Live Liver Transplant Team - TRANSTAN
🏆 Best Multi-Speciality Hospital in South India - Business Leader Awards
Accreditations
JCI Gold Seal & NABH Accredited
Procedures
Procedure details coming soon.
Doctors (0)
Doctor information coming soon.
Facilities
24 Hr Pharmacy
Advanced ICU & 130 Critical Care Beds
14 Modular Operating Rooms
Blood Bank
Preventive Health Check Lounge
International Patient Care Liaison
Modern Cafeteria & Dining Spaces
Ambulance & Mobile Stroke Care Unit
Patient & Attendant Parking Spaces
Patient Reviews
Reviews coming soon.
Gallery
Gallery images coming soon.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I get an appointment for Chennai Rela Hospital?
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What are the general Outpatient Department (OPD) consultation timings at Rela Hospital?
General OPD consultations at Rela Hospital normally run from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Saturday. Because the hospital houses over 130 highly specialized medical consultants, specific timings fluctuate by specialty and require advanced confirmation.
What forms of payment can patients use at Rela Hospital?
Do I need private health insurance coverage to undergo treatment or surgeries at Rela Hospital?
Are the critical care and trauma ambulance units operational 24/7?
Yes. Rela Hospital manages an active, comprehensive Emergency Trauma Center alongside a dedicated Mobile Stroke Care Unit and emergency ambulance fleet that operate continuously 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
What types of rooms are offered to inpatients, and what are the average daily rates?
Rela Hospital offers distinct accommodation options ranging from standard shared wards to private luxury setups. Twin-sharing rooms begin around 3,000 INR per day, Private Single Rooms range between 5,000 INR to 7,000 INR per day, while premium Executive Suites start from 11,000 INR onwards. Prices include standard nursing support and attached washrooms.
