General Medicine & General Surgery Hospital in Sholinganallur, OMR for Comprehensive Adult Healthcare
General health concerns can range from symptoms that need medical evaluation to ongoing conditions that require regular management. Some problems can be managed through medical care, while others may require assessment for a surgical approach.
At Tulips Multispeciality Hospital, General Medicine and General Surgery provide two different but related areas of healthcare. Dr. Prabhu E provides care in General Medicine, Internal Medicine, Non-Communicable Diseases and Endocrinology, with 30+ years of experience. Dr. Kishore Kumar is a General Surgeon with 15+ years of experience.
Understanding whether a concern needs medical evaluation, surgical assessment or another form of specialist care can help patients take an appropriate next step.
Quick Answer: What Do General Medicine and General Surgery Cover?
General Medicine focuses mainly on diagnosing and medically managing illnesses and health conditions in adults, while General Surgery focuses on conditions that may require surgical evaluation or treatment.
General Medicine may involve assessing symptoms, managing ongoing medical conditions and addressing risk factors associated with non-communicable diseases.
General Surgery involves evaluating conditions where an operation or another surgical approach may be considered. The decision depends on the diagnosis, symptoms, examination findings and the patient’s overall health.
What Is General Medicine?
General Medicine, also called Internal Medicine, focuses on the prevention, diagnosis and medical management of health conditions affecting adults. A general medicine consultation may be useful when a patient has:
- A new or unexplained health concern
- Symptoms that persist or recur
- An existing medical condition requiring monitoring
- More than one health concern occurring at the same time
- Risk factors related to non-communicable diseases
The doctor considers the overall clinical picture rather than treating an individual symptom in isolation.
What Does an Internal Medicine Doctor Do?
An Internal Medicine doctor evaluates adult health conditions and helps determine what type of medical care may be appropriate.
Depending on the patient’s concern, the consultation may involve:
- Understanding the patient's symptoms
- Reviewing medical history
- Assessing existing health conditions
- Reviewing current medicines
- Performing an appropriate clinical examination
- Recommending investigations when medically necessary
- Managing identified medical conditions
- Planning follow-up when required
When a problem falls outside the scope of general medical care, the doctor may determine whether another specialist assessment is appropriate.
What Are Non-Communicable Diseases?
Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are health conditions that are generally not spread from person to person and often require ongoing attention rather than a short course of treatment.
Examples can include conditions such as diabetes, hypertension and other chronic health problems.
Management may involve understanding:
- The existing condition
- Current symptoms
- Risk factors
- Medicines and treatment history
- Relevant investigation results
- Other health conditions
The appropriate management plan varies between patients.
What Does Endocrinology Have to Do With General Medicine?
Endocrinology deals with health conditions involving hormones and the glands that produce them.
Hormones influence many functions of the body, including metabolism and other processes essential to normal health.
Some patients may therefore require assessment of concerns involving hormonal or metabolic health alongside their broader medical history.
Dr. Prabhu E is documented as a specialist in General Medicine, Internal Medicine, Non-Communicable Diseases and Endocrinology, with 30+ years of experience.
When Should You Consult a General Medicine Doctor?
A general medicine consultation may be appropriate when a health concern is persistent, recurring, unexplained or affecting your usual activities.
You may consider seeking medical evaluation for:
- Ongoing or recurring symptoms
- Changes in your general health
- Concerns about an existing medical condition
- Health problems requiring regular monitoring
- Multiple symptoms occurring together
- Questions about long-term medical conditions
You do not need to determine the diagnosis yourself before making an appointment.
Why Can a General Medicine Consultation Be Useful for Multiple Symptoms?
Sometimes several symptoms occur together and their relationship is not immediately obvious.
For example, a patient may have more than one health concern or may already be taking medicines for an existing condition.
A General Medicine consultation allows the doctor to consider the broader picture, including:
Current concern → Medical history → Existing conditions → Medicines → Clinical assessment → Appropriate next step
This approach can help determine whether the concern can be managed through general medical care or whether further specialist evaluation is appropriate.
What Is General Surgery?
General Surgery is a surgical specialty that evaluates conditions for which an operation or another surgical intervention may be appropriate.
A general surgeon does not operate on every patient who has a surgical condition. The first step is usually to understand the problem and determine whether surgery is actually appropriate.
- Ongoing or recurring symptoms
- Changes in your general health
- Concerns about an existing medical condition
- Health problems requiring regular monitoring
- Multiple symptoms occurring together
- Questions about long-term medical conditions
You do not need to determine the diagnosis yourself before making an appointment.
When Might You Need a General Surgery Consultation?
A patient may be referred for surgical assessment when a condition may require an operation or another surgical procedure.
The need for consultation depends on the individual problem.
A surgical evaluation may be relevant when a patient has a diagnosed or suspected condition that requires assessment for possible surgical management.
The presence of a surgical symptom does not automatically mean that an operation will be required.
How Are Surgical Problems Initially Assessed?
A general surgeon first evaluates the condition before deciding whether surgical treatment is appropriate.
1. Understanding the Symptoms
The doctor may ask when the problem started, how it has changed and whether associated symptoms are present.
2. Reviewing Medical History
Previous illnesses, operations, treatments and existing health conditions may affect surgical decision-making.
3. Physical Examination
An examination may help the surgeon assess the affected area and identify findings relevant to the suspected condition.
4. Reviewing Investigations
Previous laboratory or imaging results may provide information that helps determine the next step.
5. Deciding on Management
Depending on the findings, the surgeon may recommend observation, further investigation, non-surgical management or surgical treatment.
What Is the Difference Between General Medicine and General Surgery?
General Medicine
- Focuses mainly on medical evaluation and management
- Often manages illnesses without an operation
- May involve long-term management of medical conditions
- Can help coordinate care for multiple medical concerns
General Surgery
- Focuses on surgical evaluation and treatment
- Considers whether an operation may be appropriate
- May involve pre-operative, operative and post-operative care when surgery is required
- Evaluates conditions where surgical management may be relevant
The two services are not alternatives in every situation. Some patients may require medical assessment before, during or after surgical care.
Meet Dr. Prabhu E
Dr. Prabhu E provides care in General Medicine, Internal Medicine, Non-Communicable Diseases and Endocrinology.
Specialty: General Medicine, Internal Medicine, Non-Communicable Diseases & Endocrinology
Experience: 30+ years
His documented areas of practice make him relevant for patients seeking adult medical evaluation and management within these areas.
Meet Dr. Kishore Kumar
Dr. Kishore Kumar is a General Surgeon with 15+ years of experience.
Specialty: General Surgeon
Experience: 15+ years
His role is relevant to patients who require assessment of conditions where surgical management may need to be considered.
No additional qualifications or credentials are included here because they were not provided.
How Do You Know Whether You Need Medicine or Surgery?
You do not always need to decide this yourself.
If you are uncertain whether a health concern requires medical or surgical evaluation, a doctor can assess the symptoms and determine the appropriate pathway.
The decision may depend on:
- The nature of the problem
- Severity of symptoms
- Duration of the condition
- Examination findings
- Previous medical history
- Investigation results
- Response to earlier treatment
Some conditions can be managed medically, some may require surgical assessment, and others may need input from more than one specialty.
Why Is the Cause More Important Than the Symptom?
A symptom describes what a patient experiences, but it does not necessarily explain why it is happening.
For example, pain, swelling or digestive discomfort can occur in different medical conditions.
A responsible assessment therefore focuses on:
What is happening → What may be causing it → What information is needed → What management is appropriate
This helps avoid choosing treatment based solely on a symptom name.
This helps avoid choosing treatment based solely on a symptom name.
Why Is Your Existing Medical History Important?
Your current concern may need to be considered alongside your previous health.
Relevant information can include:
- Previous medical conditions
- Earlier surgeries
- Current medicines
- Previous treatments
- Relevant investigation results
- Other ongoing health concerns
This information can be particularly important when deciding whether a particular medical or surgical approach is suitable.
- Obstetrics & Gynaecology
- Orthopaedics
- Paediatrics
- Neurology
- Dermatology
- Cardiology
- ENT
Why Consider Tulips Multispeciality Hospital for General Medicine & General Surgery?
Tulips provides both General Medicine and General Surgery, allowing patients to seek the appropriate type of assessment based on their healthcare concern.
General Medicine and Internal Medicine
Dr. Prabhu E has 30+ years of experience and is documented in General Medicine, Internal Medicine, Non-Communicable Diseases and Endocrinology.
General Surgery
Dr. Kishore Kumar is a General Surgeon with 15+ years of experience.
Access to Other Specialties
Tulips Multispeciality Hospital also provides other medical specialties, including:
This helps avoid choosing treatment based solely on a symptom name.
The availability of multiple specialties can be useful when a patient’s symptoms require assessment beyond the initial department. Any additional specialist consultation should be based on the patient’s individual clinical requirements.
What Can a General Medicine Doctor Help With?
General Medicine covers a broad range of adult health concerns. The doctor may evaluate a new problem, review an existing condition or help manage several health concerns together.
A consultation may be appropriate for:
- Persistent or recurring symptoms
- Unexplained changes in health
- Ongoing medical conditions
- Non-communicable diseases
- Metabolic or endocrine-related concerns
- Health problems involving more than one body system
The appropriate evaluation depends on the patient’s symptoms, medical history and clinical findings.
What Is Internal Medicine?
Internal Medicine focuses on the prevention, diagnosis and medical management of diseases affecting adults.
An Internal Medicine consultation may be particularly useful when a patient has multiple health concerns or when the cause of symptoms is not immediately clear.
The doctor may look at how different health factors relate to one another rather than considering each symptom separately.
What Are Non-Communicable Diseases?
Non-communicable diseases are conditions that are generally not transmitted between people and may require ongoing medical management.
Their management can involve:
- Regular clinical assessment
- Monitoring relevant health measurements
- Reviewing medicines
- Assessing associated risk factors
- Checking for changes over time
- Adjusting management when medically appropriate
The specific approach depends on the condition and the individual patient.
What Does Endocrinology Involve?
Endocrinology focuses on hormones, the glands that produce them and conditions affecting hormonal or metabolic function.
Endocrine-related concerns may require assessment alongside a patient’s broader medical history.
Because Dr. Prabhu E is documented in General Medicine, Internal Medicine, Non-Communicable Diseases and Endocrinology, patients with concerns spanning these areas can discuss their symptoms and medical history during consultation.
How Is a Medical Condition Diagnosed?
Diagnosis generally involves combining the patient's symptoms and medical history with clinical examination and, when necessary, appropriate investigations. Depending on the concern, the doctor may consider:
The main symptoms
How the symptoms developed
Relevant medical history
Existing health conditions
Current medicines
Clinical examination findings
Previous investigation results
Additional investigations when required
The purpose is to understand the underlying problem before deciding on appropriate management.
Are Medical Tests Needed for Every Health Problem?
No. The need for investigations depends on the clinical situation.
A doctor may recommend a test when it can provide information that helps:
- Clarify a suspected condition
- Assess the severity of a problem
- Monitor an existing condition
- Guide treatment decisions
- Check whether further evaluation is required
The same symptom may not require the same investigation in every patient.
How Does a General Surgeon Evaluate a Surgical Problem?
A general surgeon first determines what the problem is and whether surgical treatment is actually appropriate.
The assessment may involve:
- Understanding the patient's symptoms
- Reviewing previous medical history
- Examining the affected area when appropriate
- Reviewing available investigations
- Determining whether additional tests are necessary
- Discussing possible management options
Surgery is not automatically required simply because a patient has been referred to a general surgeon.
What Conditions May Require General Surgical Assessment?
General surgical assessment can be relevant when a patient’s condition may require an operation or another surgical intervention.
The exact conditions managed by a surgeon depend on the patient’s diagnosis and the scope of the surgical service.
Rather than assuming that a particular symptom requires surgery, the appropriate first step is an assessment to determine the cause and available management options.
What Happens If Surgery Is Recommended?
If surgical treatment is considered appropriate, the surgeon may discuss:
- Why surgery is being considered
- What the procedure is intended to address
- Whether other management approaches are available
- Relevant risks and limitations
- What preparation may be required
- What recovery may involve
- Whether follow-up will be needed
The details depend on the particular operation and the patient’s health.
Does Every Surgical Condition Need an Operation?
No. A surgical consultation does not automatically lead to surgery.
Depending on the condition, the surgeon may recommend:
- Observation
- Further investigation
- Medical management
- Follow-up
- Surgical treatment
- Another appropriate approach
The decision should follow clinical assessment rather than being based only on the patient’s symptoms.
What Is the Role of General Surgery in a Multispeciality Hospital?
Some patients may have medical conditions that require input from more than one area of healthcare.
For example, a patient may require medical assessment before a surgical decision, or continued medical care alongside surgical treatment.
A multispeciality setting can therefore provide access to different departments when another clinical opinion is appropriate.
Any referral should be based on the patient’s individual healthcare needs.
How Are Treatment Decisions Made?
Treatment is selected according to the patient’s condition rather than simply the name of a symptom.
Doctors may consider:
- The underlying or suspected cause
- Severity of the problem
- Duration of symptoms
- Existing medical conditions
- Previous treatments
- Current medicines
- Examination findings
- Investigation results
- Overall health and suitability for the proposed approach
This is why two people with apparently similar symptoms may receive different management.
Why Is Medical and Surgical History Important?
Previous treatment can affect current healthcare decisions.
Important information may include:
- Earlier operations
- Previous hospital admissions
- Existing medical conditions
- Earlier treatments
- Current medicines
- Previous investigation results
- Previous complications, when relevant
Providing this information gives the doctor a clearer understanding of the patient’s overall medical background.
Can General Medicine and General Surgery Work Together?
Yes. Medical and surgical care can overlap when a patient’s health problem requires both types of assessment.
For example, a patient may need:
Medical assessment → Surgical evaluation → Appropriate treatment → Medical follow-up
The exact pathway depends on the patient’s condition.
Neither department should be considered automatically preferable to the other. The appropriate service depends on what the clinical assessment shows.
What Should You Know Before Agreeing to a Surgical Procedure?
Before undergoing a procedure, patients can ask the surgeon:
- What condition is being treated?
- Why is surgery being recommended?
- What is the purpose of the procedure?
- Are there other management options?
- What preparation is required?
- What are the relevant risks or limitations?
- What should I expect during recovery?
- What follow-up will I need?
Understanding the reason for a procedure can help patients participate more confidently in healthcare decisions.
What Can Influence Surgical Suitability?
A patient’s suitability for surgery may depend on more than the surgical problem itself.
The doctor may consider:
- Overall health
- Existing medical conditions
- Current medicines
- Previous operations
- Investigation findings
- The nature and severity of the condition
- The proposed procedure
The final decision should be individualized after appropriate assessment.
Why Should You Avoid Self-Treating a Persistent Health Problem?
A symptom may have several possible causes, and treating it without understanding the underlying problem can delay appropriate evaluation.
Instead, when a concern persists:
- Keep track of the symptoms
- Note changes over time
- Keep relevant medical records
- Tell the doctor about medicines already being taken
- Seek professional assessment when appropriate
Understanding the reason for a procedure can help patients participate more confidently in healthcare decisions.
What Happens When a Medical Problem Requires Another Specialty?
General Medicine can sometimes identify when another specialist’s assessment may be appropriate.
Tulips Multispeciality Hospital has several other departments, including:
- Obstetrics & Gynaecology
- Orthopaedics
- Paediatrics
- Neurology
- Dermatology
- Cardiology
- ENT
The presence of these departments does not mean every patient requires additional specialist care. Referral should depend on the patient’s clinical requirements.
How Can You Prepare for a General Medicine Appointment?
You do not need to know the diagnosis before meeting the doctor. Preparing a few details about your health can make the consultation more useful.
Before your appointment, consider noting:
- Your main health concern
- When the symptoms started
- Whether they are constant or occasional
- Any changes you have noticed
- Existing medical conditions
- Medicines you currently take
- Previous relevant treatments
- Questions you want to discuss
If you have several concerns, identify the one that is most important to you so you can explain it clearly at the beginning of the consultation.
What Should You Bring to a Medical Consultation?
Relevant medical information can help the doctor understand your health history.
Depending on your concern, you may bring:
- Previous laboratory reports
- Relevant imaging reports
- Previous prescriptions
- Hospital discharge summaries
- Records of earlier procedures
- A current list of medicines
You do not need to bring every medical document you have. Prioritize records related to your current concern and ongoing conditions.
What Should You Tell the Doctor About Your Medicines?
Tell the doctor about medicines you are currently taking, including treatments prescribed by other healthcare professionals.
It can be useful to provide:
- Medicine names, if known
- Dosage information
- How often you take them
- Any recent changes
- Any problems you noticed after taking them
Do not stop a prescribed medicine simply because you are attending a new consultation unless your treating healthcare professional advises you to do so.
What Should You Know Before a Surgical Consultation?
A surgical consultation is an opportunity to understand the condition and whether an operation is appropriate.
You can ask the surgeon:
- What is causing the problem?
- Does it require surgery?
- Why is surgery being considered?
- Are there non-surgical options?
- What is the intended purpose of the procedure?
- What preparation would be required?
- What are the relevant risks and limitations?
- What should recovery involve?
- Will follow-up be necessary?
A clear discussion can help you understand the reasoning behind the recommended approach.
What Happens Before Surgery?
If surgery is considered appropriate, the healthcare team may need to assess whether the patient is medically suitable for the planned procedure.
The assessment can involve consideration of:
- Existing medical conditions
- Current medicines
- Previous operations
- Relevant investigation results
- General health
- What preparation The nature of the planned procedurewould be required?
The exact preparation depends on the type of surgery and the patient’s individual circumstances.
What Can You Expect After Surgery?
Post-operative care depends on the procedure performed and the patient’s recovery.
Depending on the situation, follow-up may involve:
- Monitoring recovery
- Reviewing symptoms
- Checking the surgical site where appropriate
- Managing prescribed medicines
- Identifying concerns that need further assessment
- Scheduling follow-up consultations
Your surgeon should provide procedure-specific instructions rather than relying on general recovery information.
Why Is Follow-Up Important After Medical or Surgical Care?
Follow-up allows the doctor to assess what happens after the initial consultation or treatment.
It may be used to:
- Review investigation results
- Assess response to treatment
- Monitor an ongoing condition
- Review recovery after surgery
- Address continuing or newly developed concerns
- Decide whether the management plan needs adjustment
Not every patient requires the same follow-up schedule.
What Should You Track If You Have an Ongoing Health Problem?
For recurring or long-term concerns, a simple record can help you describe changes more accurately.
Depending on the problem, you may track:
- Date symptoms occur
- Duration
- Frequency
- Severity or noticeable changes
- Medicines taken
- Changes after treatment
- Other symptoms occurring at the same time
This information can be particularly useful when symptoms are intermittent.
When Should You Seek Urgent Medical Attention?
Some health problems should not wait for a routine consultation.
Seek prompt medical attention when you experience symptoms that are:
- Sudden and severe
- Rapidly worsening
- Associated with significant difficulty breathing
- Associated with severe chest discomfort
- Associated with loss of consciousness
- Associated with another major change in your normal condition
The appropriate response depends on the symptoms. If you believe you are experiencing a medical emergency, seek emergency medical care immediately.
What Should You Do If a Health Problem Suddenly Gets Worse?
Do not rely on an online symptom search to determine whether a rapidly worsening condition is safe to manage at home.
Instead:
- Take the change seriously
- Seek appropriate medical assessment
- Tell the healthcare team when the change began
- Provide information about existing conditions and medicines
- Bring relevant medical records when practical
For severe or emergency symptoms, prioritize urgent medical care over arranging a routine outpatient appointment.
When Is a General Surgeon More Appropriate Than a General Medicine Consultation?
A general surgeon may be appropriate when the patient’s condition requires evaluation for possible surgical management.
A patient does not need to decide this independently.
If the cause of a problem is unclear, a medical assessment can help determine whether the next step should involve:
Medical management → Further investigation → Surgical assessment → Appropriate treatment
The pathway depends on the patient’s clinical findings.
Can a Medical Condition Be Managed Without Surgery?
Sometimes.
Whether surgery is necessary depends on the underlying condition and the findings from the assessment.
Possible approaches may include:
- Observation
- Medical treatment
- Further investigation
- Follow-up
- Surgical treatment when indicated
Patients should discuss the available options with the treating doctor rather than assuming that surgery is either always necessary or always avoidable.
Why Should You Not Delay Evaluation of a Persistent Problem?
A health concern that continues or repeatedly returns deserves appropriate attention, particularly if it is changing or affecting daily life.
Delaying evaluation can make it harder to understand how the problem has developed.
A useful approach is:
Notice the change → Record relevant details → Seek appropriate assessment → Follow the recommended next step
How Can You Make a Medical Consultation More Useful?
A productive consultation is a two-way conversation.
You can help by:
- Explaining your main concern clearly
- Being honest about symptoms and their duration
- Sharing relevant medical history
- Providing an accurate medication list
- Bringing relevant reports
- Asking when you do not understand something
- Following the recommended next step
You do not need to use medical terminology. Describing what you have noticed in your own words is enough to begin the discussion.
What Should You Ask Before Starting a New Treatment?
Before beginning a treatment, it can be useful to understand:
- What problem is the treatment intended to address?
- Why has it been recommended?
- How should it be used?
- What should you expect?
- Are there relevant risks or limitations?
- Are other management options available?
- When should you return for review?
These questions can help you understand your role in the treatment plan.
Why Is Individualized Care Important in General Medicine and Surgery?
Two patients with similar symptoms may not require the same treatment.
Their care may differ because of:
- Age
- Existing medical conditions
- Current medicines
- Previous treatment
- Examination findings
- Investigation results
- Overall health
- The underlying cause of the problem
For this reason, treatment decisions should be based on individual clinical assessment rather than comparison with another person’s experience.
What If You Need Both Medical and Surgical Care?
Some patients may require care from both a physician and a surgeon.
For example, medical assessment may help identify health issues that need to be considered before a surgical decision, while medical follow-up may remain important after surgery.
At a multispeciality hospital, different departments can become involved when clinically appropriate.
The exact combination of care depends on the patient’s individual needs.
What Happens During Different Stages of Pregnancy?
The most important step is to understand what is causing the problem and what type of care is appropriate, rather than choosing a treatment based only on a symptom.
General Medicine can provide broad adult medical assessment and management, while General Surgery focuses on conditions that may require surgical evaluation or treatment.
When the appropriate pathway is unclear, professional assessment can help determine what should happen next.
General Medicine & General Surgery in Sholinganallur, OMR
General Medicine
Dr. Prabhu E
Specialty: General Medicine, Internal Medicine, Non-Communicable Diseases & Endocrinology
Experience: 30+ years
General Surgery
Dr. Kishore Kumar
Specialty: General Surgeon
Experience: 15+ years
Frequently Asked Questions About General Medicine & General Surgery
What does a General Medicine doctor do?
A General Medicine doctor evaluates and medically manages a wide range of adult health concerns. The consultation may include assessment of symptoms, existing medical conditions, non-communicable diseases and other concerns requiring ongoing medical care.
What is the difference between General Medicine and General Surgery?
General Medicine primarily focuses on medical diagnosis and management, while General Surgery focuses on evaluating conditions that may require surgical treatment. A patient may sometimes need input from both depending on the condition.
When should I see a General Medicine doctor?
Consider a consultation when you have a persistent, recurring or unexplained health concern, or when an existing medical condition requires assessment or ongoing management.
What conditions does General Medicine cover?
General Medicine can address a broad range of adult medical concerns. The appropriate scope of care depends on the patient's symptoms, medical history and clinical findings.
What is Internal Medicine?
Internal Medicine is a medical specialty focused on the prevention, diagnosis and management of diseases affecting adults. It is particularly relevant when a patient has complex or multiple medical concerns.
What are non-communicable diseases?
Non-communicable diseases are conditions that generally do not spread from person to person and may require ongoing management. Their care can involve monitoring, treatment and assessment of associated health risks.
What does an endocrinology doctor treat?
Endocrinology deals with conditions involving hormones, endocrine glands and metabolic function. The appropriate evaluation depends on the patient's symptoms and medical history.
Does every health problem require medical tests?
No. Investigations are recommended when they are clinically useful for understanding a condition, assessing it or guiding management. The doctor determines whether testing is appropriate.
Does seeing a general surgeon mean I need surgery?
No. A surgical consultation is an evaluation. The surgeon first considers the condition, examination findings and relevant investigations before deciding whether an operation is appropriate.
What happens during a General Surgery consultation?
The surgeon generally discusses the symptoms and medical history, performs an appropriate examination and reviews available investigations. Further testing or treatment may be recommended depending on the findings.
Can a surgeon recommend treatment without surgery?
Yes. Depending on the condition, management may involve observation, further investigation, medical treatment, follow-up or surgery.
What should I bring to a General Medicine appointment?
Bring relevant medical reports, previous prescriptions, discharge summaries, investigation results and a current list of medicines. Records related to your current concern are usually the most useful.
What should I tell my doctor about my medicines?
Tell the doctor about medicines you currently take, including relevant treatments prescribed by other healthcare professionals. Mention recent changes and any problems you have noticed.
How should I prepare for a surgical consultation?
Write down your main concern, when it began, how it has changed and any previous treatment. Bring relevant medical records and prepare questions about the diagnosis, treatment options, surgery and recovery.
What questions should I ask before surgery?
You can ask why surgery is recommended, what the procedure is intended to address, whether alternatives exist, what preparation is required, what the relevant risks are and what recovery may involve.
How long does recovery after surgery take?
Recovery varies according to the procedure, the underlying condition and the patient's overall health. Your surgeon can provide information specific to the planned procedure.
Can General Medicine and General Surgery work together?
Yes. Some patients may require medical assessment alongside surgical care. The appropriate combination depends on the patient's condition and clinical requirements.
When should I seek urgent medical attention?
Sudden, severe or rapidly worsening symptoms should receive prompt medical attention. If you believe you are experiencing a medical emergency, seek emergency medical care rather than waiting for a routine appointment.
General Medicine & General Surgery in Sholinganallur, OMR
Hospital
Tulips Multispeciality Hospital
Address: OMR–ECR Link Road Toll, 13, 2nd, Doraiswamy Street, Sholinganallur, Tamil Nadu 600119, India
Phone: +91 9043 9042 92 / +044 4508 6262
Recommended next step: Contact the hospital to enquire about General Medicine or General Surgery consultation and appointment availability.
Medical Disclaimer: This page provides general health information for educational purposes. It does not replace a medical examination, diagnosis or individualized treatment plan. If you experience severe, sudden or emergency symptoms, seek appropriate urgent medical care