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07 Geriatric Care & Healthy Ageing

Age Well. Move Well.
Live Independently.

Ageing is a natural part of life. Many of the health challenges that come with it, however, can be prevented, managed or improved through timely and coordinated care.

Geriatric care and healthy ageing
Whole-PersonNot one joint at a time
IndependenceThe outcome that matters
About the Department

A whole-person view of getting older

Our Geriatric Care & Healthy Ageing service takes a whole-person approach, considering medical conditions, mobility, nutrition, medications, cognition, bone health and independence together.

Geriatric Medicine is now a recognised specialty within major Indian healthcare systems, and that is the standard we work to.

One AssessmentEight areas reviewed together
PreventionFalls and fractures anticipated
CoordinatedSpecialists in step, not in silos
A whole-person approach to geriatric care
Geriatric Care Specialists

The team behind healthy ageing

Physicians and surgeons who look at the whole person, not one joint at a time.

Dr. E. Pandiya Meena

Dr. E. Pandiya Meena

Consultant Physician — Internal Medicine

MBBS, MD (General Medicine), FPC

An experienced consultant physician recognised for her expertise in diagnosing and managing both acute and chronic medical conditions. Known for a patient-centred approach that combines clinical precision with compassionate, holistic care across all age groups.

Education & training

  • MBBS — SRM Medical College & Research Centre
  • MD (General Medicine) — Meenakshi Medical College & Research Centre, MAHER University
  • Fellowship in Practical Cardiology
  • Postgraduate Programme in Practical Cardiology — Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, USA
  • Diploma in Telemedicine (2025)
  • Diploma in AI in Healthcare (2026)

Clinical strengths

  • Infection control
  • Emergency and acute care
  • Endocrinological and rheumatological disease management
  • Geriatric care
  • Evidence-based medicine

Research & teaching

  • Publications on diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis and cardiovascular complications
  • Actively involved in teaching and mentoring
Dr. Madhan Jeyaraman

Dr. Madhan Jeyaraman

Associate Professor of OrthopaedicsConsultant in Regenerative Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine

MBBS, MS (Orth), FEIORA, FIRM, FIRO, FROSM, FASM, MBA, PhD (Stem Cells & Regenerative Medicine), PhD (Orthopaedics)

A leading orthopaedic surgeon specialising in arthroscopy, sports medicine, regenerative orthopaedics and orthopaedic rheumatology. He holds dual doctorates — a PhD in Stem Cells & Regenerative Medicine and a PhD in Orthopaedics — alongside an MBA in Healthcare Management, and is skilled in advanced biologic therapies such as PRP, BMAC and SVF for musculoskeletal care.

430+Indexed publications
33h-index
2Doctorates

Degrees & academic training

  • MBBS — Government Stanley Medical College, Chennai
  • MS (Orthopaedics) — JJM Medical College, Davangere
  • PhD (Stem Cells & Regenerative Medicine) — Sharda University, Greater Noida
  • PhD (Orthopaedics) — Dr. MGR Educational & Research Institute, Chennai
  • MBA (Healthcare & Hospital Management) — MAHE University, Manipal

Fellowships

  • FEIORA — Orthopaedic Rheumatology
  • FIRM — Regenerative Medicine
  • FIRO — Regenerative Orthopaedics
  • FROSM — Regenerative Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine
  • FASM — Arthroscopy & Sports Medicine

Areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy & sports injury management
  • Cartilage regenerative procedures
  • Regenerative orthopaedics (PRP, BMAC, SVF therapies)
  • Orthopaedic rheumatology & biological therapy
  • Joint preservation surgery
  • Ortho-geriatric care and management
  • Advanced musculoskeletal research in stem cells and orthobiologics

Memberships

  • Tamil Nadu Orthopaedic Association (TNOA)
  • Indian Orthopaedic Association (IOA)
  • Indian Medical Association (IMA)
  • Indian Stem Cell Study Group (ISCSG)
  • Indian Orthopaedic Rheumatology Association (IORA)
  • Indian Biologics Orthopaedic Society (IBOS)
  • Indian Arthroscopy Society (IAS)
  • Indian Cartilage Society (ICS)
  • Geriatric Orthopaedic Society of India (GOSI)
  • Global Regenerative Orthopedic Sciences Foundation (GROSF)

International bodies

  • International Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology (SICOT)
  • International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery & Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (ISAKOS)
  • International Cartilage Regeneration & Joint Preservation Society (ICRS)
  • AO Trauma

Publications & awards

  • Author of multiple textbooks and chapters in orthopaedic rheumatology
  • Systematic reviews and meta-analyses in PubMed-indexed journals
  • Pioneering research in stem cell therapy and regenerative medicine
  • ISCSG Gold Medal
  • Best Regenerative Orthopaedician Award
  • Healthcare Oscar of India

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Areas of Care

Five areas that decide how well you age

Common mobility concerns in older adults

Mobility & Musculoskeletal Health

Staying steady on your feet.

Arthritis, joint pain and muscle weakness gradually narrow what feels possible. We assess strength, balance and gait together, because a fall is usually the result of several small changes rather than one.

We care for
ArthritisJoint painMobility problemsMuscle weaknessBalance problemsFall prevention
Bone health and fracture risk assessment

Bone Health

Strong bones, fewer fractures.

Osteoporosis rarely announces itself before a fracture. Assessing bone strength and fracture risk early gives us time to act while prevention is still the option.

We care for
OsteoporosisFragility fracture riskVitamin D & bone-health assessmentBone-strength optimisation
Building the foundation of healthy living

Healthy Ageing

The everyday things that decide how you age.

Nutrition, sleep and physical activity influence ageing more than most treatments do. We turn that into practical guidance that fits your routine.

We care for
Preventive health assessmentNutritionLifestyleSleepPhysical activityFunctional independence
Support for brain health and independence

Cognitive & Functional Health

Memory concerns deserve a proper answer.

Forgetfulness has many causes, and not all of them are what families fear. A structured cognitive assessment separates normal ageing from something that needs attention.

We care for
Memory concernsCognitive assessmentFunctional declineDaily activity support
Medication review and chronic disease coordination

Medication & Chronic Disease Review

Fewer conflicts, better control.

Several conditions often mean several prescriptions from several doctors. Reviewing them together reduces interactions and simplifies what you actually have to take.

We care for
Medication reviewDiabetesBlood pressureMultiple chronic conditionsCoordination of specialist care
Healthy Ageing Assessment

Eight areas, reviewed together

Assessing these in isolation misses how they interact. A medication can affect balance; poor nutrition can weaken bone. We look at them as one picture.

Medical Health
Mobility
Bone Health
Nutrition
Cognitive Health
Medication
Lifestyle
Fall Prevention
The eight areas of a healthy ageing assessment
Our Philosophy

More Than Longer Life — Better Life.

Our aim is to help older adults maintain mobility, independence, confidence and quality of life for as long as possible.

What we measure

Not just test results — whether you can climb the stairs, carry the shopping and get out of the house.

Maintaining mobility, independence and quality of life

Plan for healthier ageing.

One assessment covering mobility, bone health, memory and medication.

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