Finding a paediatrician you trust can make navigating your child’s health and development a little easier. From routine check-ups and vaccinations to illnesses and developmental concerns, having a doctor you feel comfortable consulting can be valuable throughout childhood.
We asked parents in the IPF community to share their paediatrician recommendations in Chennai. We’ve combined our latest 2026 community recommendations with doctors recommended by Chennai parents in our earlier community list.
The list is in no particular order.
Please note: These are community recommendations based on individual experiences and are not rankings or endorsements by IPF. Experiences can vary from family to family. Doctor affiliations, consultation locations and availability may also change, so please verify the current details before booking an appointment.
Paediatricians Recommended by Chennai Parents — 2026
Dr. Deepa Mathew
Angels Speciality Clinic & Apollo Hospital, Vanagaram | Anna Nagar & Vanagaram
A Chennai parent described Dr. Deepa Mathew as highly knowledgeable and said they had been consulting her since their child was born. They appreciated her approach to diagnosis and treatment and mentioned that she is available at Apollo Hospital, Vanagaram, as well as Angels Speciality Clinic in Anna Nagar.
Dr. Cheri John Mathew
Angels Speciality Clinic | Anna Nagar
The same parent also recommended Dr. Cheri John Mathew, describing him as equally knowledgeable and appreciating his approach to diagnosis and treatment. He consults at Angels Speciality Clinic in Anna Nagar.
Dr. Elayaraja
Sri Ramachandra Medical Centre | Porur
A Chennai parent recommended Dr. Elayaraja for his clear explanations and guidance on child health.
Dr. Krithika
Spectra Speciality Clinic | Madipakkam
A parent described Dr. Krithika as knowledgeable, patient and trustworthy.
Nithya Franklin
Vihaa Hospital | Anna Nagar
A Chennai parent appreciated the quick consultation time, minimal waiting and to-the-point approach.
Dr. Dinesh Kumar
Lily’s Child Care | Madipakkam
A Chennai parent appreciated Dr. Dinesh Kumar’s patience in answering their queries. They also appreciated that he does not immediately prescribe antibiotics and takes around 10–15 minutes to explain the how, what and when of the treatment.
More Paediatricians Recommended by Chennai Parents
The following doctors were recommended by Chennai parents in our earlier community list:
- Dr. Indira Chathurvedhi — Sampath Gowri Clinic, Perungudi
- Dr. Bala Kumaran — Chris Clinic, Adambakkam
- Dr. Lavanya B — A4 Hospital, Valasaravakkam
- Dr. Prasanna — Hema Clinic, West Tambaram
- Dr. Karthikeyan — Anna Nagar West
- Dr. Dhilip Kumar — Cloudnine, OMR
- Dr. Venkatesh — Rela Hospital, Tambaram
- Dr. Lokavenkatesh — Abirami Multispeciality Clinic, Kovilambakkam
- Dr. Madavan — Sri Ranga Hospital, Mandaveli
- Dr. Annapoorni — Thalambur
- Dr. Arasar Seeralar — Choolaimedu
How to Choose a Paediatrician in Chennai
Every child and family has different needs, so the paediatrician who works well for one family may not necessarily be the right fit for another. Here are a few things to consider when choosing a doctor:
Location and accessibility
Children may need multiple visits, especially during their early years. A clinic or hospital that is convenient to reach can make regular appointments easier.
Experience and area of care
Depending on your child’s needs, you may want to check whether the paediatrician provides routine paediatric care, newborn care, vaccination services or has experience with specific medical concerns.
Communication style
Look for a doctor who listens to your concerns and explains your child’s condition and treatment clearly.
Approach to treatment
Parents may have different preferences when it comes to treatment and medication. Discuss your concerns with the doctor and make sure you understand the reasoning behind any recommended treatment.
Availability
Check consultation timings, appointment availability and how the clinic handles follow-up questions or urgent concerns.
Hospital facilities
If your child requires specialised care or hospitalisation, it can be useful to know what facilities are available at the hospital where the paediatrician practises.
Have a Paediatrician to Recommend?
This list is based on recommendations shared by parents in the IPF app community.
Have you consulted a paediatrician in Chennai whom you’d recommend to other parents?
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