Q: I need to know the names and addresses of some good hospitals in South India preferably in Bangalore or Chennai where one can get a complete physical check up done at a reasonable cost.

A:Sundaram Medical Foundation, Fourth Avenue, Shanti Colony, Annanagar, Chennai 600 040 - provides complete medical checkup at reasonable cost (Rs 1,000). No prior appointment is needed. The individual should arrive on empty stomach between 07:00 and 08:00 and bring stool sample. Telephone number: 91-44-6268844/ 6269435.
Fax: 9-44-6284257
Website: http://smf-hospital.com/
Director: Dr Arjun Rajagopalan Apollo Hospitals, 21 Greams Lane, Chennai 600 006 (near Thousand Lights), provides complete medical checkup for a fee of Rs 1,950. They expect the patient to arrive between 07:00 and 07:30 on an empty stomach. Telephone: 91-44-8293333/ 8290200
Fax: 91-44-8294429
Email: ahel@vsnl.com Any good MD can make a quick check and provide advice on what tests/ checks are needed. Dr K T Krishnan, former professor of Medicine, charges Rs 50 for a consultation and he is located in the Arma complex, First Main Road, Adyar, near the Adyar overbridge, close to Adyar bus stand.