When minutes determine survival, having a world-class Cath Lab close to home saves lives. KAHI brings Chennai-calibre interventional cardiology โ expert cardiologist, latest-generation imaging, 24/7 emergency PPCI โ right here in Tiruvannamalai.
Do not wait, do not ignore. These symptoms demand immediate action. Every minute of delay causes permanent heart muscle damage.
Sudden tightness, squeezing, or crushing pain in the chest โ may spread to the jaw, shoulder, or arm.
Sudden difficulty breathing, even at rest or with mild activity โ often with or without chest pain.
Sudden profuse cold sweat, pallor, or clammy skin โ a classic warning sign of a heart attack.
Unexplained nausea, vomiting, lightheadedness, or sudden fainting โ especially in women and elderly.
Pain radiating to the left arm, neck, jaw, back, or upper abdomen โ does not have to start in the chest.
Irregular, racing, or pounding heartbeat โ especially if accompanied by dizziness or chest discomfort.
Do not drive yourself. Call our emergency line. Our Cath Lab team can be ready in minutes.
A strategic collaboration bringing Chennai-grade cardiac care to the heart of Tamil Nadu.
For generations, patients in Tiruvannamalai needing advanced cardiac intervention had one choice: a long, stressful journey to Chennai โ often during the most critical hours of their lives. That changes today.
Dr. KAHI โ Dr. Kamakshi Amudham Heart Institute is a state-of-the-art cardiac care centre, established through a strategic collaboration between Dr. Kamakshi Memorial Hospital, Chennai and Amudham Hospitals, Tiruvannamalai. Together, we bring a fully equipped Catheterization Laboratory (Cath Lab), experienced interventional cardiologists, and 24/7 emergency cardiac care to the heart of Tamil Nadu.
KAHI is not just a facility โ it is a commitment to the people of Tiruvannamalai and surrounding districts: that expert cardiac care, life-saving interventions, and compassionate support will always be within reach.
Over 20 years of cardiac excellence. 35,000+ angiogram and angioplasty procedures. A leading name in interventional cardiology in Tamil Nadu. NABH & NABL accredited. Trusted by patients across South India.
A 100-bed advanced multispecialty hospital with 22+ specialties, led by Dr. Vinod Kannan (Manickam). Full-spectrum ICU, critical care, 24/7 emergency services, and integrated diabetology โ making cardiac-diabetes integrated care seamless.
Together, Dr. Kamakshi Memorial Hospital and Amudham Hospitals are dedicated to delivering high-quality, affordable, and accessible healthcare, with a strong focus on cardiology. This collaboration represents a significant step forward in providing advanced heart care services near you โ ensuring better outcomes through early diagnosis, expert treatment, and continuous patient support.
Chief Cardiologist, KAHI โ Dr. Kamakshi Amudham Heart Institute, Tiruvannamalai
Dr. Senthilnathan brings over 15,000 Cath Lab procedures worth of experience to Tiruvannamalai โ a level of expertise that was previously available only in Chennai or Vellore. A former Head of Department at Apollo KH Hospital, Ranipet and Associate Professor at SRM Medical College, he specialises in complex procedures that most cardiologists would refer away. For our patients, that means no referrals, no transfers, no delays.
Whether it's a routine angiogram, a second opinion, or a cardiac emergency โ KAHI's team is ready for you.
From diagnostic angiogram to complex interventions โ all under one roof, with the precision of a Chennai-level centre.
Gold-standard imaging to visualise coronary artery blockages with precision. The starting point for any cardiac intervention.
Minimally invasive procedures to open blocked arteries โ no open-heart surgery, faster recovery, superior outcomes.
24/7 emergency angioplasty for STEMI heart attacks. Fastest door-to-balloon time in the Tiruvannamalai region.
Specialised care for abnormal heart rhythms โ from pacemakers to ablation procedures preventing sudden cardiac events.
Advanced procedures for congenital and valvular heart conditions โ including paediatric cases โ without open surgery.
Proactive heart health management โ ideal for high-risk patients with diabetes, hypertension, or family history of heart disease.
The Cath Lab at Dr. KAHI is equipped with cutting-edge systems ensuring precision, safety, and efficiency in every procedure.
An advanced interventional imaging system designed to enhance precision, safety, and efficiency within the Cath Lab environment. Engineered for high-performance cardiac and vascular procedures with exceptional image clarity and optimized radiation dose management.
Precise visualisation of coronary structures for confident diagnosis and intervention.
Live X-ray guidance enabling minimally invasive procedures with pinpoint accuracy.
International-standard dose optimisation protecting patients and clinical staff.
Purpose-built, infection-controlled lab meeting international quality standards.
Seamless connectivity with ICU, CCU, and emergency departments on the same campus.
Full cath lab capacity around the clock โ every hour of every day, for every emergency.
Backed by 22+ years and 35,000+ procedures at Dr. Kamakshi Memorial Hospital โ the same expertise, now in Tiruvannamalai.
The only advanced Cath Lab serving Tiruvannamalai, Vellore, Villupuram, and surrounding districts โ life-saving care within reach.
Minimised door-to-balloon time. Immediate Cath Lab activation. For heart attack patients, every second we save can mean years of life.
Dr. Senthilnathan's expertise in rotablation, TAVI, Mitral Clip, and device closures means complex cases no longer need Chennai referral.
Amudham Hospitals' leading diabetology team works alongside KAHI cardiologists โ critical for the high-risk cardiac-diabetic population in Tamil Nadu.
PMJAY (Ayushman Bharat), Tamil Nadu CM Health Insurance, and major private insurance โ premium cardiac care accessible to all.
Heart muscle dies at the rate of approximately 2 million cells per minute during a STEMI. Getting to a Cath Lab within 90 minutes doubles survival odds. KAHI's 24/7 emergency team is always ready โ lab activated, team assembled, life-saving intervention initiated.
Call received โ Triage nurse activates STEMI alert immediately
ECG done in <10 min โ Diagnosis confirmed, Cath Lab team alerted en route
Cath Lab activated โ Room prepared, cardiologist on-site or mobilised
Primary PCI performed โ Artery opened, blood flow restored
CCU monitoring โ Integrated ICU care post-procedure
KAHI treats the full spectrum of cardiovascular conditions โ from common coronary blockages to rare structural heart defects.
Our rapid action protocols and 24/7 readiness ensure that life-saving interventions begin the moment you arrive.
Benefit from the expertise of senior interventional cardiologists with decades of experience in Chennai's top institutions.
Equipped with state-of-the-art GE Optima systems, offering high-resolution imaging for unprecedented precision.
We believe financial constraints should never stand between a patient and life-saving cardiac care. KAHI accepts a wide range of cashless insurance schemes.
Call us to verify your specific policy before your visit. Our billing team will assist with pre-authorisation.
Schedule an OPD consultation with our interventional cardiologist, or call directly for referrals, second opinions, and emergency situations. We welcome walk-ins.
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