How do I find the nearest doctor to me in Chennai?

Use the location button on this DOCTAR page to sort 4,258 doctors in Chennai by distance from your current position. The nearest doctor in Greams Road area is typically under 2 km away. You can also browse by area using the neighbourhood links above.

Which doctor in Chennai is available for appointment today?

As of today, 4258 verified doctors in Chennai have same-day appointment slots. The earliest available slot is at 10:30 AM. Use the 'Available Today' filter in the doctor list to see them sorted by proximity.

What should I do in a doctor emergency near me in Chennai?

Call 112 immediately — do not drive yourself. The nearest 24-hour emergency facilities in Chennai are leading medical centers. For non-emergency urgent bookings, call DOCTAR helpline: +91-8877772277.

Can I walk in to see a doctor near me in Chennai without an appointment?

3406 doctors in Chennai accept walk-in patients, subject to waiting time. However, booking a same-day slot via DOCTAR guarantees your time slot and reduces wait time. Use the 'Book Now' button on any doctor card to secure a slot in minutes.

Which doctors near me in Chennai accept Ayushman Bharat / ECHS / CGHS?

639 doctors listed on DOCTAR in Chennai are empanelled under Ayushman Bharat. 852 accept ECHS/CGHS. Use the insurance filter on this page to show only eligible doctors. Major hospitals such as leading medical centers accept most TPA insurance cards.

Is online consultation available with doctors near me in Chennai?

Yes — 2555 doctors in Chennai offer video consultations on DOCTAR, available for follow-ups, prescription renewals, and non-emergency queries. For first-time evaluations, an in-person consultation with physical exam is recommended.

What is the consultation fee for a doctor near me in Chennai?

Consultation fees for doctors near you in Chennai range from ₹100 to ₹1,500. The average fee is ₹1,045. Interventional and hospital-based specialists typically charge more than clinic-based physicians. All fees are listed upfront on each doctor's DOCTAR profile.

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Dr. Prabhakaran M

ent-specialist

MBBS · MS - ENT · Diploma in Otorhinolaryngology (DLO)

⭐ 4.6(5 reviews)20+ yrs

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NABH / JCI

Greams Road · Chennai

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Top 10 Doctors in Chennai

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Name	Review Count	Years of Experience	Average Review
1 Dr. Shanmugam Dr Rp Gastroenterologist	0	54 years	0.0
2 Dr. Soundararajan Periyasamy nephrologist-renal-specialist	6	50 years	5.0
3 Dr. Prasanna Kumar Reddy Gastrointestinal Surgeon	0	48 years	0.0
4 Dr. Siddhartha Ghosh neurologist	7	45 years	4.6
5 Dr. Soundararajan Periyasamy nephrologist	7	45 years	4.5
6 Dr. Joy M Thomas cardiologist	5	45 years	4.4
7 Dr. Rajkumar M general-surgeon	7	45 years	4.8
8 Dr. Janarthana Reddy cardiologist	7	45 years	4.7
9 Dr. Selvam M D general-physician	6	45 years	4.6
10 Dr. A. Ravi general-surgeon	6	45 years	4.5

Dr. Shanmugam Dr Rp

Gastroenterologist

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Dr. Soundararajan Periyasamy

nephrologist-renal-specialist

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Last updated: 20 July 2026

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