Helping Little Champs Bounce Back Stronger

Chennai, June 19, 2025: Apollo Children's Hospital, Chennai, today announced the launch of Tamil Nadu's first Centre of Excellence in Pediatric Orthopedics and Trauma Care. The new facility will serve as the state's premier destination for children requiring specialized orthopedic treatment, from routine sports injuries to complex congenital conditions. The centre brings together experienced pediatric orthopedic surgeons, trauma specialists, and rehabilitation teams under one roof at the hospital's Chennai campus. This development marks the hospital's over 15 years of dedicated pediatric care, responding to increasing demand from families across South India seeking expert treatment for their children's bone and joint conditions.
Chennai is witnessing a growing number of children requiring orthopedic care each year. Pediatricians in the city are seeing increasingly complex cases, ranging from playground injuries that demand urgent surgical attention to congenital conditions such as clubfoot and hip dysplasia. The centre addresses this need for child-focused orthopedic care that is both quick and effective. 
The team specializes in treating pediatric orthopedic conditions, including congenital and developmental disorders, limb deformities, neuromuscular issues, injuries, infections, and tumors affecting bones and joints in children. It also includes spinal deformities and abnormalities in walking.
Dr. R. Sankar, Sr. Consultant Pediatric Orthopedic & Spine Surgeon, Apollo Children’s Hospitals said, "Launching this Centre of Excellence marks a significant step forward in pediatric musculoskeletal care in Tamil Nadu. Our goal is not just to treat injuries or deformities, but to ensure that every child returns to a life of full activity, movement, and confidence. With access to advanced surgical technologies and a multidisciplinary team, we are equipped to handle everything from routine sports injuries to the most complex orthopedic challenges in children.”
Dr. Ilankumaran Kaliamoorthy, CEO - Chennai Region, Apollo Hospitals, said, "Treating children requires a completely different approach. What sets the facility apart is its integration of medical care with child-friendly design. Recovery rooms feature interactive walls and entertainment systems, while physical therapy areas include equipment that makes rehabilitation feel more like play than work. For over 15 years, our center has stood as a benchmark for pediatric clinical excellence, driven by a deep commitment to healing with both skill and heart."
The center houses specialised equipment designed specifically for pediatric procedures, including imaging systems that work effectively with smaller patients and surgical instruments sized appropriately for children's anatomy. The operating theaters feature advanced visualization technology that helps surgeons work with precision on delicate, growing tissues. The center can handle up to 140 procedures monthly and includes consultation spaces where families can discuss treatment options privately.
Emergency trauma services also have protocols designed specifically for pediatric cases. Apart from orthopedic surgeons, the team includes plastic surgeons for complex soft tissue repairs, vascular specialists for circulation issues, and pediatric anesthesiologists experienced in managing young patients during surgery.
Apollo Children's Hospital continues building on its reputation as Tamil Nadu's leading pediatric healthcare provider. This new center reinforces the hospital's position as the go-to destination for families seeking specialized care for their children, combining medical expertise with genuine understanding of what children and families need during challenging times.