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SIMS Hospital has unveiled SIMS Hello Doctor Health on Wheels, India’s first medical bus designed to deliver essential and comprehensive medical services and teleconsultations with specialists to rural communities. Health on Wheels offers on-the-go consultations, health screenings, vaccinations, and basic diagnostic services backed by a 24x7 medical team. Thiru. Ma. Subramanian, Hon’ble Minister for Health & Medical Education, Government of Tamil Nadu, flagged off the medical bus in the presence of Tmt. Tamilachi Thangapandiyan, Member of Parliament, South Chennai Constituency, Thiru. A.M.V. Prabhakara Raja, Member of Legislative Assembly, Virugambakkam Constituency, and Dr. Ravi Pachamuthu, Chairman, SRM Group. The mobile unit enables seamless and paperless end-to-end patient care, including registration, consultation, diagnostics, referrals, and follow-ups, ensuring that individuals receive quality medical attention without the burden of travel or long waiting times. The medical bus provides a wide spectrum of services such as real-time mobile teleconsultations with specialists and super-specialists, vaccination-on-wheels to improve immunisation access and coverage, and one-stop preventive health check-ups for early risk identification. With a strong focus on preventive healthcare and wellness, SIMS Hello Doctor also facilitates early assessment and detection of non-communicable diseases, particularly in rural and underserved communities. As part of its operations, the SIMS Hello Doctor medical bus will conduct exclusive health screenings and check-ups across industries, schools, colleges, and rural communities. The medical bus also delivers smart health education and awareness sessions aimed at promoting healthy lifestyles, early intervention, and informed healthcare decisions. An AI-powered chatbot further enhances patient engagement by offering guided assistance, appointment support, and access to verified health information. Under its Mission SIMS VILLAGE framework, the hospital will identify villages through the medical bus to ensure continuous access to preventive, diagnostic, and consultative healthcare services, while strengthening grassroots healthcare delivery on a call to 044 2001 2001. Speaking on the occasion, Thiru. Ma. Subramanian, Hon’ble Minister for Health & Medical Education, Government of Tamil Nadu, said, “Initiatives such as Hello Doctor Health on Wheels play an important role in strengthening the public healthcare ecosystem by ensuring that medical services reach people where they live. This step signifies the future of healthcare—one that is inclusive, preventive, and accessible. I appreciate SIMS Hospital for taking this forward towards community well-being.” Commenting on the launch, Tmt. Tamilachi Thangapandiyan said, “Tamil Nadu has gained a global recognition as a preferred destination for medical tourism, offering advanced treatments, skilled doctors. Growing number of foreign patients are choosing Tamil Nadu for affordable and high-quality medical care, strengthening state's position as a leading healthcare hub in India. I also commend Mr. Ravi Pachamuthu and the SIMS Hospital team for their consistent efforts in delivering quality healthcare services to rural communities, ensuring equitable access to medical care for all.” Dr. Ravi Pachamuthu, Chairman, SRM Group, said, “At SIMS Hospital, our vision has always been to go beyond hospital walls and reach patients where they need us the most. SIMS Hello Doctor – Health on Wheels reflects our commitment to preventive healthcare, early intervention, and technology-driven care. This 24×7 mobile healthcare service will not only improve health outcomes but also empower communities with awareness and timely medical guidance.” This initiative marks a significant step in redefining healthcare delivery through innovation, outreach, and community-centric care, paving the way for a future where timely and quality medical support is always within reach.