We at RGGGH-MMC are committed to excellence in patient care, transformative education, and cutting-edge research. With a legacy rooted in compassion, innovation, and service, we continue to serve as a model public institution in India’s healthcare landscape.
We are committed to excellence in patient care, transformative education, and cutting-edge research. With a legacy rooted in compassion, innovation, and service, we continue to serve as a model public institution in India’s healthcare landscape.
Our Teaching Hospitals & affiliates with the prestigious Madras Medical College, is a beacon of hope and healing for underserved populations. We provide comprehensive, free tertiary healthcare with advanced diagnostic and treatment facilities across multiple specialties.
History dates back to 1664, when the Government General Hospital in Chennai was established as one of the oldest institutions in Asia. Originally, it was set up within Fort St. George to provide medical care for British soldiers, the hospital gradually expanded in scope and significance. Governor Sir Elihu Yale played a crucial role in its early development by securing new premises within the fort in 1690. As the city of Madras grew, the hospital was relocated to Poonamallee High Road during the 18th and 19th centuries to accommodate the increasing demand for healthcare services. In 1835, the founding of the Madras Medical College marked a turning point, as the hospital became its primary teaching facility, further cementing its role in medical education.
In recognition of its remarkable legacy, Madras Medical College was honored with a commemorative postage stamp issued by the Indian Postal Service on March 6, 1985. The stamp, which features the college’s iconic main building, was released to mark the institution’s 150th anniversary. This tribute highlights the college’s enduring contributions to medical education and healthcare in India over the decades.
In recognition of its long-standing service and evolution, the hospital was renamed Rajiv Gandhi Government General Hospital in 2011. Rajiv Gandhi Government General Hospital is a large, multi-specialty institution offering a comprehensive range of medical services across various departments. It plays a crucial role in advancing medical education and research, serving as a key teaching hospital for aspiring healthcare professionals. The hospital is especially renowned for its specialized departments in cardiology, nephrology, urology, neurology, neurosurgery, oncology, cardiothoracic surgery, vascular surgeries, trauma care, rheumatology, plastic surgery, integrated intensive care units, etc. It also offers expertise in toxicology, advanced surgical procedures, cutting-edge radiological investigations, and a wide range of modern treatment facilities.
| Institution Name | Beds / Stats |
|---|---|
| Rajiv Gandhi Govt. General Hospital (RGGGH) | 3,172 beds |
| Govt. Dental College | 100 beds |
| Barnard Institute of Radiology | 1,500 investigations/day |
| Institute of Mental Health | 1,800 beds |
| Institute of Child Health | 950 beds |
| Regional Institute of Ophthalmology | 550 beds |
| Institute of Obstetrics & Gynaecology | 1,275 beds |
| Kasturba Gandhi Hospital (Women & Children) | 795 beds |
| Govt. Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine, KK Nagar | 130 beds |
| Peripheral Hospital for Thoracic Medicine | 140 beds |
| Govt. Peripheral Hospital, Periyar Nagar | 500 beds |
| Institution Name | Beds / Stats |
|---|---|
| Rajiv Gandhi Govt. General Hospital (RGGGH) | 3,172 beds |
| Govt. Dental College | 100 beds |
| Barnard Institute of Radiology | 1,500 investigations/day |
| Institute of Mental Health | 1,800 beds |
| Institute of Child Health | 1080 beds |
| Regional Institute of Ophthalmology | 550 beds |
| Institute of Obstetrics & Gynaecology | 1300 beds |
| Kasturba Gandhi Hospital (Women & Children) | 800 beds |
| Govt. Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine, KK Nagar | 130 beds |
| Peripheral Hospital for Thoracic Medicine | 140 beds |
| Govt. Peripheral Hospital, Periyar Nagar | 800 beds |
World-Class, Compassionate Healthcare delivered at no Cost
Rajiv Gandhi Government General Hospital (RGGGH), affiliated with the prestigious Madras Medical College (MMC), is a beacon of hope and healing for underserved populations. We provide comprehensive, free tertiary healthcare with advanced diagnostic and treatment facilities across multiple specialties.
RGGGH offers cutting-edge treatment options, including:
During the pandemic, RGGGH emerged as the largest COVID care center in South India, treating over 94,000 inpatients with an impressive 93.8% recovery rate. Our facilities included:
RGGGH-MMC has been at the forefront of national and global research collaborations:
MMC-RGGGH ensures ethical, inclusive, and accountable management through multiple governance structures: