NABH Accredited Hospital

Emergency Medicine
Precision Specialists in Vellore.

Comprehensive Emergency Medicine providing rapid, life-saving triage and resuscitation.

About the Emergency Medicine Department

Last Updated: June 2026

Rapid Response Trauma & Emergency Medicine

When unexpected medical crises occur, every minute dictates the outcome. The Department of Emergency Medicine at Indira Super Speciality Hospital is the frontline of acute care in Vellore, providing instantaneous, life-saving interventions 24 hours a day.

Why Our ER is the Preferred Choice

  • Multidisciplinary Trauma Team: Immediate availability of emergency physicians, orthopedic trauma surgeons, neurosurgeons, and general surgeons to manage catastrophic injuries.
  • Advanced Resuscitation Bays: Equipped with the latest cardiac monitors, defibrillators, and ventilators, built for treating acute myocardial infarctions (heart attacks), strokes, and respiratory failure.
  • Rapid Diagnostics: Zero-delay access to 24/7 in-house Pathology, highly advanced CT scans, Ultrasound, and X-ray facilities to fast-track critical decisions.
  • Dedicated Ambulance Fleet: Fully equipped Advanced Life Support (ALS) ambulances providing vital pre-hospital care and safe transport.

From pediatric emergencies and acute poisoning to complex industrial accidents, our Emergency Medicine experts follow global triage protocols to deliver swift, decisive, and compassionate care.

Frequently Asked Questions about Emergency Medicine

Find answers to common questions about Emergency Medicine at Indira Super Speciality Hospital.

Emergency Medicine Patient Experiences

Real stories from patients treated in our Emergency Medicine department.

Lakshmi Narayanan

Verified Patient

"The cardiology team at Indira Hospital saved my life. Dr. P. Shankar personally oversaw my treatment and the 24/7 ICU care was exceptional. Truly world-class facility in Vellore."

Cardiac Care Vellore

Rajesh Kumar

Verified Patient

"Had my gallbladder surgery done laparoscopically. The procedure was minimally invasive and I recovered within days. The surgical team was highly professional and caring."

Laparoscopic Surgery Vellore

Meera Devi

Verified Patient

"The surgical team at Indira Hospital treated my chronic gastritis issue effectively. Their diagnostic approach was thorough and the treatment plan worked brilliantly. Highly recommend the gastro department."

Gastroenterology Vellore

Meet the Experts in Emergency Medicine

Dr. Srinivasan Karbar

Dr. Srinivasan Karbar

Emergency Medicine

12+ Yrs

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Emergency Medicine, Resuscitation & ACLS, Polytrauma Management, Critical Care Medicine

Dr. Jackson P John

Dr. Jackson P John

Emergency Medicine

9+ Yrs

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Emergency Medicine, Advanced Airway Management, Trauma & Surgical Emergencies, Disaster Medicine

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Our Expert Doctors

Dr. P. Shankar

Dr. P. Shankar

General Surgery

30+ Yrs

Chairman & HOD - General Surgery | Top Proctologist in India & Tamil Nadu

General Surgery, Proctology, Laparoscopic Surgery, Surgical Gastroenterology, Diabetic Foot Care

Dr. Karan Shankar

Dr. Karan Shankar

General Surgery

12+ Yrs

Clinical/Speciality Lead - Indira Laser & Laparoscopy Centre | Executive Director

General Surgery, Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery, Colorectal Surgery, Minimal Access Surgery, Abdominal Wall Reconstructive Surgery, Proctology

Dr. Somashekar
18+ Yrs

Senior Consultant Urologist

Laser Kidney Stone Surgery (RIRS), Prostate Surgery (TURP/Laser), Endourology, Advanced Laparoscopic Urology

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