Dr. S. Chandrakumar is the Founder and Executive Chairman of Kauvery Group of Hospitals. A qualified and experienced anaesthesiologist and critical care specialist, Dr. Chandrakumar embarked on a mission to provide Great healthcare at affordable value for semi-urban and rural parts of Tamil Nadu.

Dr. Chandrakumar envisaged the need for a tertiary care hospital in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities of Tamil Nadu and thus founded Kauvery Hospital in partnership with Dr S.Manivannan in 1999. He is instrumental in bringing back personalized care and empathetic doctor-patient relationship into the healthcare industry with warmth at every touch point in patient journey.

Under his leadership, Kauvery Hospital has been successful in ushering a culture of restoring trust among the entire ecosystem of Healthcare and medical fraternity at large, due to the personal connect established between patient, their families and Kauvery group of Hospitals.

Dr S. Chandrakumar’s vision of bringing Affordable and Great Healthcare to the heart of Tamil Nadu is clearly part of the social conscience of the organization’s business model of ensuring accessibility of high end technology in medical science to all sections of society.

Among the many laurels conferred on Dr. Chandrakumar, notable ones to be named are the “Among the TOP Entrepreneurs in Tamil Nadu” 2010, “The Healers in healthcare sector TN 2015-FICCI &TANCARE”, “Doyens of Healthcare-The Hindu 2017”

Key Civic / Professional Affiliations:

• Entrepreneur Organization- Member – Chennai Chapter
• Past Chairman CII – Trichy Zone
• Core Committee Member- Trichy Development Forum
• Convenor – Medical Tourism Panel, Tamil Nadu
• Founder Chairman-Bhartiya Vidya Bhavan Trichy Kendra Founder& Managing Trustee-Kauvery Medical Trust
• Life Member in Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists & Critical Care Medicine

Dr. Manivannan Selvaraj is the Founder and Managing Director of Kauvery Group of Hospitals. Dr. Manivannan is a trained anaesthesiologist. His vision of making Great Healthcare affordable became reality in 1999, when he co-founded Kauvery hospital along with Dr. S. Chandrakumar.

Kauvery Hospital’s Mission is to bridge the burgeoning gap in trust between patients and hospitals and restore the importance of empathetic healing.

Dr. Manivannan’s firm belief of adoption of best practices to eliminate wastage, rationalizing treatment, optimization of the stay of patient in hospital helps in reducing the cost of treatment thereby making great healthcare affordable. This also helps in reducing the negative impact on tertiary health care due to complexities of various diseases and lack of availability of high end investigation tools.

Dr. Manivannan’s focus on implementation of lean methodologies and 5S practices has helped Kauvery Hospital win several awards in 5S, Quality Circle initiatives (employee’s ability to assess and resolve issues on their own).

Dr. Manivannan’s incredible journey of Medical entrepreneurship is replete with many achievements such as,

• Outstanding Anaesthesiologist for 2010(Indian Society of Anaesthesiology)
• Leading Medical Entrepreneur 2018 by Indian Medical Association
• Certified assessor in NABH (National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare)

Key Civic / Professional Affiliations:

• Certified assessor in NABH (National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare)
• Past Chairman of Round Table India
• Past District Secretary of Indian Society of Anaesthesiologist in Trichy City Branch

A Leader in Advanced Paediatric Care and Healthcare Excellence

Pioneering Pediatrician and Visionary Leader: Dr. Senguttuvan’s vision and leadership extend beyond his clinical expertise. As Co-Founder and Executive Director of Kauvery Hospitals, he oversees a network of 300 bedded multispecialty hospitals and 200 bedded dedicated Mother & Child care units under the “Maa Kauvery” brand. He skillfully manages this high-volume sector while simultaneously practicing as Chief Pediatrician, demonstrating his exceptional leadership and dedication to patient care.

Champion of Pediatric Excellence: With over 3 decades of experience, Dr. Senguttuvan stands as a pillar of paediatric care in the region. His expertise draws patients from over 200 kilometres, seeking his renowned ability to manage even the most complex paediatric cases. This popularity speaks volumes about his dedication to exceptional care and personalized attention.

Academic & Excellence: Dr. Senguttuvan’s unwavering commitment to excellence transcends clinical care. As a true pioneer, he established the DNB paediatric program in Trichy, a Tier 2 city, paving the way for future generations of medical professionals to flourish. This groundbreaking initiative, along with his dedication to the NNF Fellowship program, exemplifies his unwavering commitment to academic excellence and propelling the field of paediatrics forward.

Proven Track Record of Success: Over 3 decades of experience managing a private practice and spearheading departments at Kauvery Hospital, handling over 3,000 in-patients and 12,000 outpatients annually, exemplifies his operational expertise and dedication to patient care.

Effective Management and Leadership: Proven experience managing over 1,500 employees, providing executive leadership, overseeing training, and managing public relations, demonstrating strong leadership and people management skills.

Passionate Advocate for Healthcare Access: Co-founded Kauvery Hospitals with a mission to make quality healthcare affordable, reflecting his commitment to social responsibility and equitable access to medical care.

Distinguished Recognition: Dr. Senguttuvan’s leadership extends beyond Kauvery Hospitals and into the wider healthcare landscape. His dedication and expertise have been recognized through prestigious positions such as co-chairperson of a state-level healthcare panel, demonstrating his influence on healthcare policy at the regional level. He has also served as Former Secretary of the Indian Academy of Paediatrics, past Chair of CII Trichy Zone, and Founder President of NNF Trichy Chapter, further illustrating his leadership and profound impact on the medical community. These prominent roles showcase his commitment to shaping healthcare policy, improving access to quality care, and fostering collaboration within the medical field.

Key Strengths:

• Visionary leadership and strategic planning
• Expertise in paediatric care and healthcare management
• Proven track record of success in building and leading organizations
• Strong commitment to quality healthcare and patient well-being
• Effective communication and relationship-building skills
• Passion for social responsibility and healthcare access

A Gold Medalist in Orthopaedic Surgery, Dr Aravindan Selvaraj is the Co-Founder & Executive Director of the Kauvery Group of Hospitals.

He practiced Orthopaedic Surgery for 15 years in the world’s best hospitals in Ireland and UK since 1995. He returned to India in 2010 with a vision of setting up a world-class hospital in Chennai and thus the Kauvery Hospital at Alwarpet, Chennai was born. Today, Kauvery hospitals group has more than 2000 beds across 10 locations in Tamil Nadu & Karnataka.

He has been awarded ‘Best Doctor’ by Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University & ‘Pride of Tamil Nadu’ for his achievements in the healthcare industry. In 2022, he was awarded Sir M Visvesvaraya award for ‘Excellence in Healthcare’ instituted by AIMO from the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu in recognition of Kauvery Hospital’s contribution to the healthcare sector in terms of service to the general public, creation of jobs for the underprivileged and the scientific advancement of medical care.

Other positions held:

• Chairman of ASSOCHAM Tamil Nadu State Development Council
• CII Southern Region Health Industry Committee Co-Chairman
• TiE Governing Council Member
• Set up the Innovation and Incubation Center at Kauvery Hospital
• Founded Healthcare Capital, an NBFC to invest in Health Tech Startups

Dr.T.Senthil Kumar, is a reputed Senior Cardio-Thoracic Surgeon  practising cardiac surgery for over 33 years. He has a distinguished academic record. Having passed out from Thanjavur Medical College in 1985 with Gold medal, he obtained Masters in Surgery from Stanley Medical College, Chennai., where he was the best outgoing student with the Stanley Silver Jubiliee Gold medal in Surgery for the year 1989. Subsequently, he completed Super speciality in Cardiac Surgery (M. Ch – CT Surgery) from Madras Medical College in the year 1993.

He is one of the Promoters and a whole time Executive Director in  Kauvery Group of Hospitals. He is the Unit Head & Chief Cardiac Surgeon of Kauvery Heartcity at Trichy and Heads the Cardiology Services of Kauvery Hosipital Group.

He was the key person in developing – an exclusive 100 bed Cardiac Hospital in Trichy. “Kauvery  Heartcity”, the first of its kind, in southern Tamilnadu. He was instrumental in starting a cardiac surgical program in a tier II city like Trichy, three decades ago. He has performed more than 10,000 Open Heart Procedures with excellent clinical outcomes (this includes bypass operations, valve replacement surgeries, correction of congenital defects and major aortic surgeries…) He was a part of the team (Vascular surgeon) for over 750 renal transplants. He is an expert in coronary artery bypass surgery and various complex aortic and valvular heart surgeries and surgery for complications of coronary artery disease.

He is credited with performing the first open heart surgery in Thanjavur and at Salem and developing an ongoing cardiac surgical program in those cities. He is also credited with numerous complex surgeries done for the “First time” in Trichy and Thanjavur.

He was a recipient of Tamilnadu Govt’s appreciation for performing over 500 surgical procedures in less than 3 years for paediatric patients under the “Illam Sirar Idhayam Kappom Thittam” when it was introduced.

He obtained DrNB (Super specialty 3 years course ) for Kauvery Heartcity in Cardiology, Cardiac Surgery and Cardiac Anaesthesia., and is the Course Director

Recepient of

“Best Doctor Award” – 2012 by Dr MGR Medical University (Awarded in July 2012 at Chennai MGR Medical University

Times Healthcare –Achiever’s Award – Stalwart in Cardiac Surgery, Tamilnadu -2018

Member – Academic and syllabus Committee – Bharathidasan University, Trichy. Executive Committee Member – Campion Hr Sec School. (My alma mater)

Honorary Director for A.A.P.I., Ammanpettai, Thanjavur District. (This is a charity clinic funded by the American Association of Physicians from India., at a rural area in Thanjavur Dist) Madras University Examiner – for Bachelor of Physiotherapy,

 Formerly:

Member of Faculty of Medicine, Annamalai University. Chidambaram.

Honorary Prof. of Cardiothoracic Surgery – Rover Physiotheraphy College

GVN College of Paramedical Sciences.

Visiting Consultant ‑Honorary Sahayamatha Hospital, Pullambadi. (This is a charity hospital for leprosy patients) Secretary, Association of Surgeons of India, Trichy Chapter.

A seasoned Engineer by profession with over 20 years of experience in Purchases & Projects. He is responsible for overseeing procurement and supply chain management of Pharmacy, Medical and Non Medical Consumables, equipment and all the other Service Contracts within the organisation. He has vast experience in this field and handling all the brownfield and greenfield hospital projects right from concept to commissioning. With his extensive experience, he is playing a crucial role in planning, designing, scheduling, driving operational efficiency, managing costs, and achieving project objectives on time. His expertise in procurement strategies, project execution, project management and stakeholder engagement significantly contributes to the overall success and growth of the organisation

• Heads the Purchase and Projects function at Kauvery
• Spearheading the Pharma distribution vertical
• Associated for 20+ years
• Engineer by qualification

Dr. S. Vijayabaskaran serves as the Executive Director of the Bangalore and Hosur units within the Kauvery Group of Hospitals. His extensive qualifications and accomplishments underscore his role in this esteemed healthcare organisation. Dr. Vijayabaskaran excels in various areas, like Project Management, Turnaround Specialist / Mergers & Acquisitions, Business Development, and Stakeholder Management.

• Best Integrated Farming System Research Scientist for the year 2013 at the National Level (ICAR)
• Best Extension Scientist for the year 2008 at the State level
• University rank holder in Postgraduate studies
• ASPEE fellowship holder for Postgraduate studies