About Our Emergency Medicine Department
24×7 Emergency & Trauma Care at SRM Prime Hospital, Ramapuram
At SRM Prime Hospital, Ramapuram, our Department of Emergency Medicine is dedicated to providing rapid, expert care for acute and life-threatening conditions, around the clock, every day of the year. As a newly established, state-of-the-art multispeciality hospital, we combine internationally trained emergency expertise with modern resuscitation infrastructure to ensure that every patient who walks - or is brought - through our doors receives immediate, expert attention.
Our emergency department is led by a dedicated emergency medicine specialist trained in the UK and India, supported by a team of emergency physicians, trauma-trained nursing staff, and paramedical personnel. Whether you are facing a road traffic accident, a heart attack, a stroke, a breathing emergency, a severe allergic reaction, or any other acute medical crisis, our team is equipped to stabilise, diagnose, and treat you without delay.
With a fully equipped resuscitation bay, advanced airway and ventilator support, point-of-care diagnostics, and seamless coordination with every other clinical department in the hospital, SRM Prime stands as a trusted destination for emergency and trauma care in western Chennai - offering rapid response, decisive treatment, and continuity of care from the first minute.
Why Choose Us
Why Choose SRM Prime Hospital For Emergency Care
Experience world-class, patient-first care backed by advanced technology, expert specialists and a commitment to better outcomes.
HOD & Senior Consultant holding MRCEM (UK), with 12+ years of emergency medicine experience.
Point-of-care testing, bedside ultrasound, ECG, and round-the-clock X-ray and CT access for faster decisions.
Medical emergency line: 044 3500 3500 - available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Situated in Ramapuram — easily accessible from Porur, Valasaravakkam, Saligramam, Ashok Nagar, and surrounding areas.
Fully staffed emergency department with resuscitation capability, every hour of every day.
Standardised emergency protocols built on international best practice for consistent, high-quality treatment.
Cashless hospitalisation supported for most major insurance providers. Our team will guide you through the process.
Direct, fast-track pathways to cardiology, neurology, surgery, paediatrics, and critical care for definitive treatment.
300+
Beds of Advanced Care
30+
Medical Specialties
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Modular Operation Theatres
75+
Specialized ICU Beds
Meet Our Emergency Medicine Specialist
Our emergency department is led by an experienced specialist trained to international standards, bringing structured, protocol-driven emergency care to every patient — from the moment they arrive through stabilisation, diagnosis, and safe transition to the next stage of treatment.
Dr. Vignesh Palaniappan A
HOD & Senior Consultant - Emergency Medicine
12 + Years experience
English • Tamil
09:00 - 18:00
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Mon-Tue-Wed-Thu-Fri-Sat
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Key Highlights
Specialised Emergency Medicine Services
A complete spectrum of systemic and surgical care — personalised to each patient's needs.
A dedicated trauma bay and trained resuscitation team ready to manage road traffic accidents, falls, and other injuries, following structured Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) protocols from the moment a patient arrives.
Conditions Explained
Conditions We Commonly Treat
Injuries resulting from road traffic accidents, falls, or other physical trauma, ranging from minor injuries to severe, life-threatening multi-system trauma requiring immediate resuscitation.
Visible injuries, bleeding, severe pain, deformity of limbs, breathing difficulty, or altered consciousness, depending on the severity and location of injury.
Immediate Advanced Trauma Life Support assessment and stabilisation, rapid imaging to identify internal injuries, haemorrhage control, and swift coordination with surgical teams when needed.
Emergency Diagnostic Services
Advanced Emergency Diagnostics
Rapid diagnosis is critical during medical emergencies. SRM Prime Hospital provides comprehensive emergency diagnostic services, coordinated by our emergency medicine team to ensure every critical condition is assessed quickly, accurately, and treated without delay.
Rapid bedside blood tests — including blood sugar, cardiac markers, and blood gas analysis — providing immediate results to guide urgent treatment decisions.
Immediate electrocardiogram to detect heart attacks and dangerous heart rhythm disturbances within minutes of a patient's arrival.
Focused bedside ultrasound used in trauma and acute abdominal emergencies to rapidly identify internal bleeding or fluid collections.
24×7 access to X-ray and CT imaging for rapid evaluation of fractures, head injuries, chest conditions, and suspected stroke.
Full laboratory support available around the clock for blood counts, infection markers, kidney and liver function, and toxicology screening.
Continuous monitoring of heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, and other vital signs for all patients in the resuscitation and observation areas.
Patient Journeys
Thousands of patients have trusted us during their most important health moments. Their stories reflect the expertise of our doctors, the clarity of our guidance, and the compassion that supports them at every stage of their treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, our emergency department is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays. Call our medical emergency line - 044 3500 3500 - or come directly to our emergency entrance for immediate assessment.
No appointment is needed for emergency care. Simply come directly to our emergency department, or call ahead if you are arriving by ambulance so our team can prepare for your arrival.
All patients are triaged immediately on arrival based on the severity of their condition. Life-threatening emergencies are seen and treated immediately, while less urgent conditions are assessed in order of clinical priority.
Call our emergency line - 044 3500 3500 - or bring the person to our emergency department immediately. For stroke, note the time symptoms started, as this information is critical for treatment decisions. Do not wait to see if symptoms improve on their own.
Our emergency department is led by Dr. Vignesh A Palaniappan, HOD & Senior Consultant in Emergency Medicine, who holds the Membership of the Royal College of Emergency Medicine (MRCEM, UK) and brings over 12 years of trauma and acute care experience.
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