Dr. Kannan. N

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Dr. Kannan. N, Group Medical Head of Dr. Mehta's Hospitals

Dr. Kannan. N

Group Director, Academics & Medical Advisory

Dr. Kannan. N is a distinguished senior Paediatrician and the Group Director of Academics & Medical Advisory at Dr. Mehta’s Hospitals, Chennai. With over 30 years of experience in General Pediatrics and academic medicine, he is a trusted authority in child health and paediatric education across Tamil Nadu.

Holding an MD (Paediatrics) along with a DCH, Dr. Kannan’s career spans decades of clinical practice, academic teaching, research mentorship, and institutional leadership. His role as Group Director underscores his commitment to elevating the standards of paediatric care and medical training at Dr. Mehta’s Hospitals.

Parents seeking an experienced, senior paediatrician in Chennai for complex case consultations, second opinions, or general paediatric management can consult Dr. Kannan at the Chetpet campus from Monday to Saturday. His approach combines clinical wisdom with evidence-based practice, ensuring the best care for every child.

General Pediatrics

Broad-spectrum paediatric care covering all acute and chronic conditions in children, backed by three decades of clinical expertise and academic training.

Academic Medicine & Training

Leadership in paediatric education, curriculum development, resident training, and academic research within Dr. Mehta’s Hospitals’ postgraduate medical programme.

Complex Case Management

Expert evaluation and management of diagnostically challenging or multi-system paediatric conditions, drawing on extensive clinical experience.

Medical Advisory & Quality Assurance

Institutional oversight of clinical protocols, care pathways, quality improvement initiatives, and evidence-based practice standards across paediatric units.

  • All common and complex childhood illnesses
  • Fever and infections
  • Nutritional and metabolic disorders
  • Developmental concerns
  • Chronic diseases in children
  • Neonatal conditions
  • Respiratory diseases
  • Gastroenterological conditions
  • Second-opinion consultations
  • Paediatric preventive health
  • Growth disorders
  • Neurological conditions
  • Haematological conditions in children
  • Vaccination planning
  • Adolescent health concerns

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