The launch of Maa Kauvery in Chennai is indeed yet another milestone in the history of Kauvery Hospitals. Maa Kauvery gives a holistic approach to mothers’ well-being and child health. Congratulations to Team Kauvery for this proud moment.
My dear K-Way readers,
When I was driving home today, my physiotherapist called and reminded me: “Doctor, September is World Physiotherapy Month.”
What does it mean? A month to create awareness that physically being mobile is a great therapy.
We have invented everything to make life more comfortable and connected: cars that move faster and phones that transmit our messages instantly. Yet, we have made ourselves sedentary and isolated.
In our clinics, we often ask: Why is healing taking so long? We do the best surgery and prescribe the best medicine, yet recovery is delayed.
Often, the answer is not to be found in the prescription, but in the absence of mobility.
Our grandparents did not “do exercise”. They lived it. They walked to school, the market, the temple, and to each other’s homes.
Walking was a natural activity, like eating or sleeping. It built bone density, joint mobility, and metabolic resilience.
Then came the automobile, a miracle. Distance collapsed. The world became mobile. But we did not.
We outsourced movement. Why walk when there is an auto? Why take the stairs when there is an elevator? Bodies designed to walk 8-10 km a day now average less than 2 km.
Ironically, we now have to schedule walking as exercise. That is not a lifestyle change; it is a biological misunderstanding.
Then came the mobile phone, another miracle. Communication became mobile. But we began to talk less. We stopped dropping by and sent a WhatsApp message instead. In waiting rooms, families sat together staring at separate screens. Our elderly feel lonely despite being “connected”.
Here is the paradox: The automobile became mobile, and we became sedentary. The phone became mobile, and we stopped talking.
The body keeps accounts. Without movement, bones lose density, muscles waste, joints stiffen, and metabolism slows, leading to diabetes, hypertension, and obesity.
After trauma, healing slows because the engine of repair, movement, is idle.
We are not against technology. It has saved lives. But technology must serve life, not replace it.
So, let us add two prescriptions to every OPD note:
Walk more. Take the stairs. Park farther. Walk 20 minutes after meals.
Talk more. Have real conversations beyond WhatsApp.
Physiotherapists are movement experts; they restore function, not merely relieve pain. So, every physician must now prescribe movement.
Because Movement and communication are therapeutic.
If progress in technology leaves us sedentary and silent, then it is not real progress, it is deceleration and degradation .
Let the car be mobile. Let the phone be mobile. But let us be mobile too.
It is a beautiful day, take a walk!
I would love to know what you think about our monthly newsletter. Feel free to give your feedback via email [email protected].
Dr. Kavitha Sundaravadanam
Senior Family Physician,
Kauvery Hospitals, Alwarpet
Highlights @ Kauvery
Hello Kauverians!
Welcome to Super September! A Month of Learning, Safety & Excellence!
As we step into September, we carry forward the energy, enthusiasm, and togetherness that continue to shape the Kauvery culture. Every month brings new opportunities to learn, improve, appreciate, and strengthen our commitment to excellence in patient care. September presents us with an opportunity to deepen our focus on patient safety, continuous learning, and service excellence.
Before moving ahead, let us take a moment to reflect on the memorable moments of August.August was truly a month of celebration, togetherness, and recognition across Kauvery. The month began with our Independence Day celebrations and flag-hoisting ceremony, bringing our teams together in the spirit of unity and pride.
The festive spirit continued with our Onam celebrations, where colleagues came together to celebrate culture and tradition. The Kolam and Pookalam competitions showcased creativity and teamwork, while the Onam Ramp Walk added colour, enthusiasm, and fun to the celebrations.
August was also a time to recognise and appreciate the dedication of our people through the Long Service Awards. Celebrating employees who have contributed years of commitment to Kauvery was a meaningful reminder of the people and journeys that continue to strengthen our organisation.
Together, these moments made August a month filled with celebration, participation, appreciation, and connection. They reflected the vibrant culture we continue to build at Kauvery—one where people come together, celebrate one another, and create meaningful experiences beyond their everyday work.
As we turn the page to September, we carry this spirit of togetherness forward into a month centred on learning, patient safety, and excellence.
This September, our learning focus is on the International Patient Safety Goals (IPSG), reinforcing the essential practices that help us provide safe, effective, and patient-centred care. Patient safety is not the responsibility of one department or one individual, it is a shared responsibility. Every clear communication, every careful check, every safe practice, and every decision made with the patient’s well-being in mind contributes to a safer care environment.
Let us use this month to refresh our knowledge, strengthen our practices, and turn learning into action. Through active participation, effective communication, teamwork, and continuous improvement, each of us can contribute to making patient safety a part of everything we do.
September reminds us that excellence is built through consistent actions, shared responsibility, and a commitment to doing the right thing every time.
At Kauvery, our greatest strength continues to be our people, their knowledge, dedication, teamwork, and commitment to our patients. Let us make this Super September a month of meaningful learning, stronger safety practices, and continuous improvement.
Here’s to a Super September at Kauvery, learning together, keeping our patients safe, and striving for excellence every day!
The Little Girl Who Taught Me the Language of Compassion
Service Excellence
Every day in a hospital begins with hope.
As I walk through the corridors during my morning rounds, I meet patients from different walks of life, each carrying a unique story and each fighting a battle of their own. My role is not only to check on their comfort but also to bring a little warmth into their day. Sometimes, all it takes is a smile, a kind word, or a few moments of genuine conversation to make someone feel a little stronger.
One morning, I stepped into a room and noticed a pair of tiny feet peeking out from the bed. Curious little eyes looked at me, but instead of the usual smile, I was greeted with an unhappy expression. I walked closer, bent down, and gently reached out to hold her tiny hand, but she quietly pulled it away.
I smiled and greeted her warmly, hoping to break the ice, but she simply looked at me without saying a word. Her mother smiled kindly and explained, “She won’t understand your language. We are from Mauritius. “That was when I met an eight-year-old little girl undergoing treatment in the Haematology Department.
For a brief moment, I didn’t know what to say.
I realized that the words I relied on every day to comfort patients had suddenly become meaningless. But then another thought crossed my mind. Perhaps kindness didn’t need translation. From that day onward, I made it a point to visit her every morning. I never expected grand conversations. I simply wanted her to know that someone was looking forward to seeing her every day.
Some days, she was too tired because of her treatment. Other days, she barely had the energy to sit up. But no matter how she felt, I spent a few minutes with her. I brought colouring books filled with bright pictures. We played simple games. I made funny faces, laughed at silly moments, and celebrated even the smallest smiles.
Little by little, something beautiful began to happen. Our conversations did not use words.
Then one morning, I walked into her room and paused. There she was, smiling, laughing, running around the room, and eagerly waiting for me as though we had been friends forever. In that moment, I realized that although we had never spoken the same language, we had built something much stronger than conversation.
As the days passed, her health slowly improved too. Watching her regain her strength, confidence, and playful spirit was one of the most heart-warming experiences of my career. It reminded me that healing is not always found in medicines alone. Sometimes, the greatest medicine is simply making a child feel seen, valued, and loved.
Dear readers, the little girl gave me a lesson I will carry with me forever. She taught me that compassion has no language. Kindness needs no translation. The greatest gift we can offer another person is the reassurance that they are never alone. When care comes from the heart, every heart understands its language.
Art as Healing Therapy
Patients expressed their creativity through colouring activities, bringing moments of joy and relaxation.
The session highlighted how art can support emotional well-being during the healing journey.
Welcoming Newborns
A special cake-cutting ceremony was organized to celebrate the arrival of a new-borns with the proud parents. The joyful occasion created memorable moments and marked the beginning of a beautiful new chapter.
Every Birthday Deserves a Special Moment
Birthdays were made extra special with a heartfelt celebration, reminding them that every milestone is worth celebrating, even on the journey to recovery.
Independence Day
Kauvery Hospital, Chennai Launches 5G Continuous Care Ambulance Fleet with Real-Time Patient Monitoring and Remote Clinical Support
Kauvery Hospital, Chennai, has introduced a 5G-enabled continuous care ambulance fleet equipped with a Continuous Patient Monitoring System (CPMS) that enables specialists at the hospital to remotely monitor a patient’s vital signs in real time and guide paramedics in providing appropriate emergency care while the patient is being transported to the hospital.
The service was launched by Dr. A. Amalraj IPS, Additional Director General of Police, Greater Chennai Police in the presence of Dr. Manivannan Selvaraj, Founder & Managing Director, Kauvery Group of Hospitals.
This network of 30+ advanced ambulances now available across Kauvery Alwarpet, Vadapalani, Radial Road and Maa Kauvery Radial Road, can provide emergency care to patients with a wide range of medical needs, including emergency neonatal, paediatric, neurological and cardiac care. The ambulances are strategically deployed at prime hotspot locations across Chennai to ensure faster emergency response and improved accessibility. These hotspots are identified based on population density, major public gathering points, traffic patterns, and accident-prone zones. Some of the key ambulance deployment locations across the city include: Poonamallee High Road, Porur, Kilambakkam–Vandalur stretch, Outer Ring Road , Karapakkam–OMR stretch, Tondiarpet, Perambur, Adyar, Guindy, Medavakkam, Kelambakkam Etc.
This strategic positioning enables ambulances to remain closer to high-demand areas, thereby reducing travel time, improving emergency response, and ensuring quicker access to patients during critical situations.
Prostate 360 Summit- Advancing Conversations in Prostate Health
Kauvery Hospital hosted the Prostate 360 Summit, bringing together healthcare professionals for meaningful discussions and knowledge sharing around prostate health.
The summit provided a platform to explore comprehensive approaches to prostate care, exchange clinical perspectives, and discuss advancements in the field. The gathering reflected Kauvery Hospital’s commitment to continuous medical learning and delivering progressive, patient-focused care.
g enables ambulances to remain closer to high-demand areas, thereby reducing travel time, improving emergency response, and ensuring quicker access to patients during critical situations.
Long Service Award Ceremony
Celebrating Commitment, Dedication and Years of Service
Kauvery Hospital organised a Long Service Award Ceremony to recognise employees who have dedicated 5 , 10 and 20 years of service to the organisation.
The ceremony celebrated their commitment, dedication, and valuable contributions to the hospital’s journey. It was an occasion to appreciate the people whose continued efforts have helped shape Kauvery Hospital and its culture of care.
The celebration served as a heartfelt recognition of the employees who have grown alongside the organisation and contributed to its journey over the years.
Onam Celebration- Celebrating the Spirit of Togetherness
Kauvery Hospital celebrated Onam with a vibrant internal celebration that brought employees together in the festive spirit.
The celebration offered colleagues an opportunity to come together, enjoy the traditions of Onam, and share moments of joy and togetherness. The festivities reflected the spirit of community and camaraderie that brings the Kauvery family closer.
Breastfeeding Week Celebration
Supporting Mothers, Celebrating the Journey of Breastfeeding
As part of Breastfeeding Week, Kauvery Hospital organised an internal celebration bringing together breastfeeding mothers and mothers-to-be.
The gathering created a warm and supportive space for mothers to connect, share experiences, and celebrate their breastfeeding journey. It also provided an opportunity to create greater awareness around the importance of breastfeeding and the support mothers need during this important phase.
The celebration highlighted Kauvery Hospital’s commitment to supporting mothers and promoting a healthy beginning for every child.
PHARMACON 2026
Fostering Learning and Collaboration in Patient Care and Medication Safety
Kauvery Hospital organised Pharmacon, an event that brought together members of the healthcare team for learning, interaction, and knowledge sharing.
The event provided an opportunity to engage in meaningful panel discussions on prevention of medication errors and strategies to improve medication safety. Pharmacon also recognised the important role of pharmacy in supporting safe, effective, and patient-centred healthcare.
Through initiatives such as these, Kauvery Hospital continues to encourage continuous learning and collaboration across its healthcare teams.
Senior Citizen Day Celebrations
Kauvery Hospital celebrated Senior Citizen Day with a special internal celebration that brought senior citizens together. Dr Balaji Kirushnan, senior consultant nephrologist interacted with the participants on the effect of Music on physical and mental wellness. Dr Sushmita, Geriatrician spoke on how senior citizens can live their life to the fullest with necessary support from peers and family members.
Kauvery Hospital Radial Road opens Maa Kauvery, a dedicated hospital for women and children
Kauvery Hospital – Radial Road has launched Maa Kauvery, a dedicated 120-bed hospital for women and children, offering an extensive range of services related to maternity care, obstetrics and gynaecology, fertility, neonatology, paediatrics and paediatric critical care under one roof.
Dr. K.G. Arunraj, Minister for Health, Medical Education and Family Welfare, Government of Tamil Nadu inaugurated the hospital in the presence of senior management from Kauvery Hospital.
Maa Kauvery will provide 24/7 maternity care and specialised management of normal and high-risk pregnancies for expectant mothers, with dedicated clinical teams available round the clock to support women through pregnancy, labour and childbirth. The hospital will offer dedicated birthing facilities, besides providing comprehensive antenatal, delivery and postnatal care, ensuring coordinated support for mothers and newborns throughout the maternity journey.
This comprehensive maternity care will be supported by advanced laparoscopic gynaecologic surgery and fetal medicine services, enabling women to access specialised care across different stages of their maternal journey. The hospital will also extend its women’s healthcare services to fertility care through assisted reproductive services, including Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) and In Vitro Fertilization (IVF).
For newborns, the hospital is equipped with advanced neonatal care facilities, including a Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). The in-house Level 3 NICU enables the hospital to provide advanced and comprehensive care for critically ill newborns and premature babies born before 30 weeks of gestation or weighing less than 1.5 kg. The unit will also have round-the-clock access to neonatal specialists, respiratory support and advanced life-support technologies. The paediatric specialities also include paediatric pulmonology, paediatric nephrology, paediatric intensive care, and paediatric haematology.
For children, Maa Kauvery will offer comprehensive paediatric care, including a Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) and 24/7 paediatric emergency services. Specialised teams will be available round the clock to provide prompt assessment and management of critically ill and high-risk children.
Indian Chest Congress
Kauvery Hospital, Alwarpet, hosted the Indian Chest Congress in association with SPICE and the Karnataka Pulmonology Association, bringing together the Association of Pulmonologists of Seemandhra and faculty from across Tamil Nadu. The event featured insightful discussions on medical thoracoscopy, along with a hands-on workshop providing participants with valuable practical experience.
