K-Way Newsletter - January 2026

Message from Co-Founder & Executive Director

Dr. Aravindan Selvaraj
Co-Founder & Executive Director
Kauvery Group of Hospitals

My dear K-Way readers,

As we usher in the new year, we extend our warmest wishes to you. At Kauvery Hospitals, we are profoundly grateful for the trust you have reposed in us.

Our JCI recognition is a testament to our unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional healthcare. Two JCI accreditations in the same year reaffirm our dedication to quality and patient safety. The latest 8th edition further certified our adherence to sustainability (like renewable energy) and optimum technology for patients.

Message from the Editor

Dr. Kavitha Sundaravadanam
Senior Family Physician

Dear K-Way Readers,

Wishing you all a joyous and prosperous New Year 2026! 🎉 As the editor of K-Way, I extend my warmest greetings to all Kauverians and our valued patients.

The World Oral Health Day’s theme for 2026, “A Happy Mouth is a Happy Life”, resonates profoundly with our mission at Kauvery Hospital. This poignant slogan underscores the intricate link between oral health and overall well-being. As the adage goes, “You are what you eat.” and it all starts in your mouth. A balanced diet, coupled with good oral hygiene, lays the foundation for a healthy life. [Read full message]

The SOS Feature in the Kauvery Kare App

As an emergency physician, I witness a disconcerting trend: patients often present to emergency care with advanced pathology, their conditions precipitously deteriorated due to delayed intervention. This phenomenon is particularly pronounced among the elderly, who frequently face barriers to timely access to care. The pernicious impact of delayed presentation is starkly evident in scenarios such as evolving cerebrovascular accidents, where prompt recognition and treatment are crucial to mitigate lasting neurological deficits.

Understanding Back Pain in Children and Adolescents: A Parent’s Guide

Back pain has long been considered a problem that affects primarily adults, but recent research reveals a surprising truth: Children and teenagers are experiencing back pain far more often than parents and doctors once believed. If your child complains of back discomfort, you’re not alone—and understanding what’s happening can help you provide better support and care.

Winter Care for Babies in India

Winter care for babies in India requires a careful balance of maintaining warmth, protecting delicate skin from dry air, and boosting immunity through nutrition. Since infants cannot regulate their body temperature as effectively as adults, proactive measures are essential during the colder months.

A Head-Neck Surgeon’s Perspective on Thyroid Health

Thyroid Awareness Month – January 2025

The thyroid is a small gland with a big impact. Sitting low in the front of your neck, this butterfly-shaped organ controls your body’s metabolism — influencing your heart rate, weight, energy level, temperature regulation, digestion, mood, and even menstrual cycles. When it works well, you hardly notice it. When it doesn’t, the changes can feel overwhelming.

AI in Health Care: Why Confident Answers Aren’t Always Correct

If medical advice sounds calm, confident, and professional, we tend to believe it — even when it’s incorrect. That instinct, harmless in everyday life, can be dangerous in healthcare.

Celebrate Smart: Your Guide to a Safe and Healthy New Year’s Eve

As the clock prepares to strike midnight, the excitement of a fresh start fills the air. New Year’s Eve is a wonderful time for community, reflection, and celebration. However, with large crowds, late nights, and winter weather, it also presents unique health and safety challenges.

Cardiac Markers: Unlocking the Secrets of the Heart

What Are Cardiac Biomarkers?

Cardiac biomarkers are protein substances that are introduced into blood circulation when there is heart damage or stress.

Are Your Symptoms IBD or IBS? | Know the Difference | Kauvery Hospital Chennai

Understanding gut symptoms can be confusing, especially when IBD and IBS sound so similar.

In this video, Dr. Piyush Bawane, Clinical Lead – Medical Gastroenterology, Kauvery Hospital Radial Road, Chennai, clearly explains the difference between these two conditions.

Patient Experience

We sincerely thank Dr. Arshad Raja sir for the clear explanations, calm approach, and compassionate care. Every concern was addressed patiently, treatment options were explained in a way we could understand, and we always felt reassured and supported.

Dr. Arshad Raja sir Assistant Shankar was consistently supportive, professional and attentive, always ensuring clear communication and patient comfort.

Nursing Team – The Nursing staffs were attentive, gentle and very responsive at all times-day and night. Medication administration, monitoring, and patient comfort were handled with great care. The fourth floor and second-floor nurses in A Block were all very helpful-especially Karthiga, Jamuna, Abhinaya and Shanmuga Priya. Apologies for any fourth-floor nurses names I may have missed but all the nurses were kind and helpful.

Housekeeping maintained excellent cleanliness and hygiene. Adhilakshmi and all others staff were helpful.

– J.P