Hannah Joseph Hospital

14/08/2025

We have once again managed to stay at the Top 10 in Neurosurgery / Best doctors - South by Outlook magazine for the year 2025 !

Read more here: www.outlookindia.com/healthcare-spotlight/outlook-best-doctors-south-2025

13/08/2025

Just adding another chapter to what we do - "The Hannah Joseph Institute of Paramedical Sciences" for healthcare training.

📚 Admissions Open for 2025–2026 :

Diploma Courses (2 years)
* Diploma in OT Technology (DOT)
* Diploma in Medical & Laboratory Technology (DMLT)
* Diploma in Radiology Techniques (DRT)

Certificate Courses (1 Year)
* Medical Record Maintenance Technology

Qualification: 12th Pass ✅

For admissions and enquiries:
📞 0452-3505151 (30 lines) | 📱 +91 93609 03760
📧 hjhospital.management@gmail.com

24/06/2025

We are grateful to share that Hannah Joseph Hospital, Madurai – Institute of Neurosciences and Trauma has been ranked among the Top 10 Neurosurgery Hospitals (Corporate/Private Category) across India by Outlook Magazine (Edition: June 21, 2025).

This recognition comes during our Managing Director, Dr.M.J. Arunkumar’s 25th year of service in Madurai, a journey that began in 2000 and led to the founding of the hospital in 2008.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to our Neurosurgeons, PG residents, Neuro-Anesthesiologists, Neuroradiologists, Neurologists, Neuro-intensivists, Neuro trauma / Emergency and trauma teams, Neuropsychiatrists, Neuro-rehab specialists, Neuro Cath Lab technicians, Neuro Nurses and support staff, whose dedication and teamwork have made this milestone possible.

Our sincere appreciation to Outlook Magazine, the editorial panel and Shri J.P. Nadda, Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare, Government of India for the thoughtful foreword in this edition.

https://www.outlookindia.com/healthcare-spotlight/hospital-ranking-2025

11/03/2025

Hannah Joseph Hospital is humbled to receive the Times Awards 2025 for Excellence in Neurosurgery & Interventional Neuroradiology in the Madurai & Trichy regions.

This recognition belongs to our dedicated team and the trust of our patients. We remain committed to delivering the best in brain and spine care. Thank you for your support!

29/01/2025

Congratulations Dr MJ Arunkumar - CMD, Hannah Joseph Hospital, for being featured on the cover page of the national CXO Magazine – Prime Insights. We are proud to stand alongside you, striving for excellence in patient care and innovation.

Link to full issue : https://primeinsights.in/prime-insights-issue-january-2025-vol-06/ #1

The esteemed Founder Chairman Dr. M.J. Arunkumar, a highly experienced neurosurgeon, envisioned delivering excellence in neurosciences...

18/01/2025

Hannah Joseph Hospital was honored for *Excellence in Neurosurgery* at the News18 Tamil Nadu Healthcare Awards.

Mr Daniel Fenn, our General Manager and CFO, received the award on behalf of Dr MJ Arunkumar - Founder Chairman & Managing Director of Hannah Joseph Hospital Group from the Honorable Health Minister of Tamil Nadu, Ma. Subramanian.

29/12/2024

Honoring Excellence in Neurosurgery 🏆: Dr. M.J. Arunkumar, Recognized Among South India’s Elite 🏅

We are pleased to announce that Dr. M.J. Arunkumar, Chairman & Managing Director and Head of Neurosurgery at Hannah Joseph Hospital, Madurai, has been featured in the India Today Group’s “Eminent Doctors South 2024” under the Neurosurgery category - Tamil Nadu and Kerala region.

With over 25 years of expertise, Dr. Arunkumar has been a trailblazer in Neurosurgery, redefining standards across South India. His groundbreaking work in Brain & Spine Navigation and Fluorescence/ICG-guided surgeries has elevated patient care and set new benchmarks in surgical excellence.

Remarkably, this marks the second time this year that his outstanding contributions have been celebrated, with his inclusion in Outlook magazine’s prestigious list of eminent doctors earlier in 2024.

This prestigious recognition is a testament to his unwavering dedication to advancing Neuroscience and his profound commitment to improving countless lives.

A well-deserved congratulations to respected Dr. Arunkumar!

25/11/2024

Hannah Joseph Hospital, established in 2008 as a center of excellence for neurosurgery and trauma care, has grown into a 150-bed landmark facility in Madurai, Tamil Nadu. With a stellar record in managing complex surgeries and a consistent rise in patient volume, it has firmly positioned itself as a leader in neurosurgery and trauma care in the region.

Dr. M.J. Arunkumar, Director of Neurosurgery and Neurosciences at Hannah Joseph Hospital, Madurai, is a distinguished leader in the field of neurosurgery. Renowned for his expertise, he has played a pivotal role in advancing surgical methods and integrating cutting-edge technologies into practice.

One of his notable recent accomplishments is the introduction of DTI Fibertracking 3.0, a state-of-the-art innovation leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) in brain tumor surgeries. As the first of its kind in India and South Asia, this breakthrough technology provides enhanced visualization of neural pathways during surgery, ensuring superior surgical precision and heightened patient safety.

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For queries, please contact:
HANNAH JOSEPH HOSPITAL, MADURAI
0452-350 5151 (30 Lines)
+91 63697 43518
hjhospital.management@gmail.com
Madurai-Tuticorin Ring Road (Near to Chinthamani Tollgate)
Chinthamani, Madurai 625009.

Services offer at Hannah Joseph Hospital, Madurai :
1. NEURO SURGERY :
Microsurgery for Brain Tumours using Navigation (Brainlab) and Tumour Fluorescence.
Diffusion Tractography (DTI) and Functional MRI (fMRI) guided Brain Tumour resection using CUSA (Ultrasonic Surgical Aspirator)
Minimally Invasive Endoscopic surgery (Carl Storz)
Transnasal Endoscopic Surgery for Pituitary adenoma & Anterior Skull Base tumours
Clipping of Aneurysm & AVM excision using Intraoperative Angiography (ICG) and Flow 800 technology
Awake Craniotomy for Tumour resection with Intraoperative Neuromonitoring (IONM)
Stereotactic Biopsy of Brain Tumours (Lekshell)
Spine Reconstructive Surgery & Spinal Instrumentation
Spinal cord tumour resection with Neuromonitoring (IONM)
Surgery for Congenital Brain and Spine Anomaly
24 x 7 Accident and Trauma surgery for Brain & Spine Injury with State-of-the-Art Neuro ICUs

2.NEUROLOGY
24 x 7 Stroke Care Units for Acute Stroke and TIA.
Drug Resistant Epilepsy (Epilepsy Surgery)
Headache and Craniofacial pain Clinic including Migraine
Cervical and Lumbar Spondylosis
Vertigo - Disorders of equilibrium (Central and peripheral Vertigo)
Parkinsons disease (DBS - Deep Brain Stimulation)
Movement disorders - Chorea, Athetosis, Ballismus
Dystonia - (Cervical dystonia, Blepharospasm, Spasticity, Writer's cramp)
Peripheral Neuropathies - Guillain Barre Syndrome (GBS)
Acute & Chronic Demyelinating Polyradiculoneuropathy
Treatment for Meningitis & Encephalitis of various etiology
Central demyelinating disorder like Multiple Sclerosis (MS) & ADEM and other disorders of the neuromuscular junction
Neurodegenerative disorders - Motor Neuron Disease – ALS
Degenerative Ataxias - Spinocerebellar Ataxias
Myotonias, Cramps, Periodic Paralysis and other channelopathies - Inherited Metabolic Disorders

3.NEURO RADIOLOGY
Philips Allura Xper FD20 Neuro Cathlab with CT facility
Aneurysms of Brain - Coil embolization, Balloon & Stent assisted coiling, Flow diverter (FD)
Arteriovenous malformations (AVM) and Arteriovenous Fistula (AVF) Embolisation with Onyx / Squid / NBCA (Glue)
Carotid Cavernous Fistula (CCF) - Coiling & Embolisation
Stenting of Carotid / Vertebral artery in STROKE
Embolisation in Tumour Bleed/ Epistaxis in Trauma
Pre operative Embolisation in Vascular Tumors of Brain and Spine
Pediatric Brain and Spine Vascular Abnormalities (Vein of Galen Malformation)
Intracranial Sinus Angioplasty / Stenting in Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension(IIH)
WADA testing for Epilepsy surgery workup
Intra arterial Chemotherapy in Retinoblastoma
Intracranial angioplasty in Vasospasm

4. NEURO ANESTHESIOLOGY​

31/10/2024

Happy Diwali!

29/09/2024

The BrainLab Fibertracking Navigation 3.0, an advanced AI-enabled surgical navigation system from Germany, has been introduced at Hannah Joseph Hospital, Madurai, making it the first center in South Asia and India to adopt this groundbreaking technology, just a month after its global launch. While many leading centers globally are still using versions 1.0 and 2.0 of the Fibertracking Navigation System, this latest 3.0 version offers a significant technological leap forward.

This state-of-the-art system enhances precision in the removal of intra-axial brain tumors, such as gliomas and glioblastomas, by meticulously preserving critical fiber tracts that control essential functions like movement, speech, language, and memory. The real-time navigation provided by BrainLab Fibertracking, combined with Diffusion Tensor Imaging (DTI) from the patient’s MRI, serves as a highly effective image-guided tool during brain tumor resections. This technology not only optimizes tumor removal but also ensures the preservation of brain functions, greatly facilitating subsequent treatments such as radiation and chemotherapy.

In the past month, three glioma (glioblastoma) surgeries were successfully performed at Hannah Joseph Hospital using the BrainLab Fibertracking 3.0, with all patients showing no neurological deficits post-surgery. This achievement underscores the advanced capabilities of this cutting-edge technology.

I extend my heartfelt gratitude to our dedicated team of neurosurgeons, neuro-anesthesiologists, neuroradiologists, biomedical engineers, neuro nurses, technical staff, and the BrainLab application specialists for their support. Special thanks to Ms. Vibha Singh, Mr. Aseem Malhotra of BrainLab India, and Mr. Thomas, President of BrainLab Germany, for their invaluable assistance in acquiring this next-generation technology.

While we have been utilizing BrainLab navigation for brain and spine surgeries since 2016, this AI-powered upgrade to version 3.0 keeps us at the forefront of global surgical advancements, ensuring we continue to deliver the highest standard of care.

For queries, please contact :
HANNAH JOSEPH HOSPITAL, MADURAI
0452-350 5151
+91 63697 43518
hjhospital.management@gmail.com
Madurai-Tuticorin Ring Road (Near to Chinthamani Tollgate)
Chinthamani, Madurai 625009.

Video Credits : Madurai Diary

26/09/2024

We are pleased to announce the introduction of BrainLab Fibertracking Navigation 3.0 at Hannah Joseph Hospital, Madurai, marking a significant milestone in our efforts to enhance brain tumor surgery outcomes. This advanced AI-enabled technology from Germany is now available for the first time in South Asia and India, shortly after its global launch.

While many premier centers across the world are utilizing Version 1.0 and 2.0, we are proud to implement the latest 3.0 version, which enables precise removal of intra-axial brain tumors such as gliomas (glioblastomas), ensuring critical functions such as limb movement, speech, language, and memory are preserved. This real-time navigation, combined with DTI (Diffusion Tensor Imaging) from patient MRI scans, supports tumor resection while maintaining brain function, ultimately facilitating more effective subsequent treatments like radiation and chemotherapy.

In the past month, three successful glioma surgeries were performed using this technology at our hospital, all without any neurological deficits.

We extend our appreciation to the dedicated teams of neurosurgeons, neuro-anesthesiologists, neuroradiologists, biomedical engineers, neuro nurses, and technical staff. We also thank Ms. Vibha Singh, Mr. Aseem Malhotra (BrainLab India), and Mr. Thomas, President of BrainLab (Germany) for their invaluable support in bringing this advanced technology to our facility.

Our commitment to integrating state-of-the-art technologies, such as BrainLab Fibertracking 3.0, reflects our ongoing pursuit of excellence in patient care and surgical precision.

For queries, please contact :
HANNAH JOSEPH HOSPITAL, MADURAI
0452-350 5151
+91 63697 43518
hjhospital.management@gmail.com
Madurai-Tuticorin Ring Road (Near to Chinthamani Tollgate)
Chinthamani, Madurai 625009.

Video Credits : Polimer News

24/09/2024

The Brainlab Fibertracking Navigation 3.0 for brain tumor surgeries has been introduced at Hannah Joseph Hospital, Madurai—a Tier II city in India. This advanced AI-powered software from Germany is being launched for the first time in South Asia and India, following its global debut just a month ago! While leading medical centers around the world and in India are still utilizing the earlier versions, Fibertracking Navigation 1.0 and 2.0, this cutting-edge 3.0 version takes precision to the next level.

With this technologically superior version, surgeons can now remove intra-axial brain tumors, such as gliomas (glioblastomas), with unparalleled accuracy while preserving crucial fiber tracts that control essential brain functions like limb movement, speech, language, and memory. The real-time navigation offered by Brainlab’s Fibertracking technology, coupled with Diffusion Tensor Imaging (DTI) from the patient’s MRI, serves as a vital image-guided tool during brain tumor resection surgeries. This advanced software enhances surgical planning, maximizing tumor removal while safeguarding brain function, making post-operative treatments like radiation and chemotherapy more effective.

Over the past month, three patients at Hannah Joseph Hospital underwent successful brain tumor removal using Brainlab Fibertracking Navigation 3.0, with no neurological deficits.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated team of neurosurgeons, neuro-anesthesiologists, neuroradiologists, biomedical engineers, Brainlab application specialists, neuro nurses, and technical staff. A special thanks to Ms. Vibha Singh, Mr. Aseem Malhotra of Brainlab (India), and Mr. Thomas, President of Brainlab (Germany), for their invaluable support in acquiring this groundbreaking technology.

Since 2016, we have been utilizing Brainlab Navigation for brain and spine surgeries, and with this important AI-enabled upgrade to Version 3.0, we are proud to stay at the forefront of global medical advancements!

For queries, please contact :
HANNAH JOSEPH HOSPITAL, MADURAI
0452-350 5151
+91 63697 43518
hjhospital.management@gmail.com
Madurai-Tuticorin Ring Road (Near to Chinthamani Tollgate)
Chinthamani, Madurai 625009.

Video Credits : Seithi Kalanjiyam