Sundaram Medical Foundation
Milestones of SMF
Over the Years · A Legacy of Care
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Foundation Era · 1992 – 1998
1992
1992
Phase 1 – Building Construction Started
The foundation of Sundaram Medical Foundation was laid, marking the beginning of a transformative healthcare journey in Chennai.
1992
1994
1994
1994
Building Construction Completed
In-patient facility launched with 50 beds — later expanded to 100 beds to meet the rapidly growing demand for quality healthcare.
1997
Surgical & OP Centre Launched
Surgical outpatient centre started operations with 12 dedicated beds, expanding access to specialised surgical care.
1997
1998
1998
Phase II – Main Building Construction Started
Major expansion of the main hospital campus commenced, laying the groundwork for a comprehensive multi-speciality facility.
Expansion Era · 2000 – 2010
2000
Phase II Completed · +20 Beds
Main building construction completed with an additional 20 beds, significantly boosting the hospital's patient-care capacity.
2000
2004
2004
2004
Children's & Speciality Centre Opened
A dedicated outpatient Children's & Speciality Centre was launched, bringing world-class paediatric care to the community.
2007
Dedicated Laboratory Facility Opened
A state-of-the-art dedicated laboratory was inaugurated, enabling faster and more accurate diagnostics for all patients.
2007
2010
2010
ICU & IMCU Comprehensively Refurbished
The main hospital's ICU and IMCU units were completely modernised, elevating critical care standards across the facility.
Modernisation Era · 2013 – 2020
2013
Operation Theatre Complex Refurbished
The main hospital's Operation Theatre complex was fully refurbished, meeting the highest standards of modern surgical practice.
2013
2014
2014
Exclusive OP Facility · Shanthi Colony
A dedicated outpatient facility was established in Shanthi Colony, bringing SMF's quality care closer to the community.
2015
New IP Wing · 25 Beds Added
In-patient capacity expanded with a newly built wing housing 25 additional beds, further strengthening inpatient services.
2015
2016
2016
Main Hospital IP Rooms Fully Refurbished
All in-patient rooms across the main hospital were completely renovated, creating a healing environment of comfort and dignity.
2018
2018
New IP Wing Expansion · 25 Beds
Another purpose-built in-patient wing with 25 beds was completed alongside a full renovation of existing IP rooms.
2018
2020
2020
2020
OP Centre – Commissioned & Opened
A landmark new Outpatient Centre was officially commissioned and opened, representing SMF's vision for the future of accessible, world-class healthcare.
Sundaram Medical Foundation
Dr. Rangarajan Memorial Hospital · Chennai · Est. 1992