Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Manipal is a premier medical college and teaching hospital providing tertiary-level clinical care, undergraduate/postgraduate medical education, and active research programs. The Manipal teaching hospitals offer broad specialties — medicine, surgery, paediatrics, obstetrics & gynaecology, orthopaedics, ENT, ophthalmology, anaesthesia, critical care, radiology, pathology and more — supported by diagnostics, modern operating theatres and emergency services.
🚨 Emergency & Immediate Help
- Main switchboard / Enquiries: See official contact & departments on the KMC Manipal website. (Official site)
- Emergency / Casualty: On-site 24×7 emergency department (contact details on the hospital website or at campus helpdesks).
- Ambulance / Transfers: Hospital-coordinated ambulance services — contact the emergency desk via official numbers listed on the site.
- Email / General Enquiry: Use the contact form on the KMC/Manipal website linked below for department-specific email addresses.
- Police / Fire / National Emergency: 100 | 101 | 112
- 24×7 Emergency & Trauma: Triage and stabilization with access to imaging and operating theatres.
- ICU / Critical Care: Multidisciplinary ICUs and high-dependency units for post-operative and critical patients.
- Teaching & Research: Integrated teaching hospital environment with clinical trials, postgraduate training and fellowship programs.
- Patient & Visitor Parking: Campus parking and drop-off zones; follow on-site signage for emergency access.
🏥 Services & Specialties
Departments / Specialties
- Internal Medicine, General Surgery, Pediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynaecology.
- Orthopaedics, Neurosciences (Neuro-surgery & Neurology), Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery (where available).
- ENT, Ophthalmology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Pulmonology and Renal Medicine.
- Emergency Medicine, Trauma, Anaesthesiology & Critical Care.
Diagnostics & Labs
- Radiology: Digital X-ray, Ultrasound, CT & MRI (campus/network).
- Pathology: Clinical biochemistry, hematology, microbiology and histopathology.
- Special investigations and pre-anaesthesia assessment services.
Surgeries & Procedures
- General & specialty surgeries, laparoscopic procedures, orthopaedic joint and trauma surgery.
- Day-care procedures, endoscopy and minimally invasive interventions.
Inpatient Services
- General wards, semi-private and private rooms; dedicated postoperative recovery areas.
- Nursing care, physiotherapy & rehabilitation services for post-op and chronic care patients.
Teaching & Training
- Undergraduate MBBS & postgraduate medical programs; continuing medical education and CME events.
- Clinical teaching rounds, specialty clinics and student-run services as part of training.
Insurance & Payments
- Cashless options with many insurers / TPAs may be available — confirm eligibility with Admissions/Billing.
- Payments accepted: UPI, cards, netbanking & cash per hospital policy.
Tertiary Care
Teaching Hospital
Emergency Services
🗓️ Appointments & OPD
OPD & Scheduling
- OPD schedules vary by specialty and consultant — check the official KMC/Manipal site or contact the department for live slots.
- Official KMC — Manipal — booking & department links.
Walk-in vs Appointment
- Walk-ins are usually accepted; priority is given to pre-booked appointments and emergencies. Arrive early for registration.
Teleconsultation
- Telemedicine / teleconsult options may be available for follow-ups — check hospital online services for availability and booking.
👨⚕️ Find a Doctor
Kasturba Medical College and its affiliated hospitals include a large pool of faculty across specialties — consultants, senior registrars and allied specialists. Use the official site to locate consultant profiles, speciality clinics and visiting schedules.
- Official website: KMC Manipal — official
- Faculty & Departments: See departmental pages on the KMC/Manipal site for consultant lists and OPD timings.
🛏️ Inpatient / Admission
Admission Process
- Bring valid photo ID, insurance / TPA documents (if applicable), prior reports and current medications.
- Registration at Admissions/Central Desk; pre-authorisation handled at Insurance Desk for cashless admissions.
Room Categories
- General ward, semi-private and private rooms; ICU/HDU for critical care patients.
- Package pricing may be available for selected procedures — request an estimate during counselling.
Discharge
- Discharge order from treating consultant → billing clearance → pharmacy dispensing → discharge summary & follow-up instructions.
🛟 Support Services
- Medical Records: Request reports and discharge summaries from Medical Records/Health Records department (in-person or via official channel where supported).
- Lab Results: Collect reports from Diagnostics or access digital reports if provided.
- Second Opinions: Senior consultants and specialist clinics provide review — share prior reports and imaging for better assessment.
- Student & Visitor Services: Campus helpdesks assist with directions, accommodation guidance (for relatives) and local transport.
📍 Nearby Essentials
Pharmacies & Medical Stores
- Local pharmacies near the Manipal campus and main hospital entrances; 24×7 chemist counters may be available close to emergency/OPD blocks.
Hotels / Lodging
- Guest houses and hotels in Manipal & Udupi; Patient Relations or campus information can suggest options by budget and proximity.
Blood Banks
- Blood bank facilities and affiliated transfusion services operate in/near the hospital for requisitions as required by clinicians.
Public Transport
- Taxis and app-based cabs serve the Manipal campus; nearest rail/bus links available from Udupi/Manipal — ask Helpdesk for best routes.
📝 Feedback & Help
- Helpdesk / Information: Central helpdesk at the main hospital lobby / Admissions desk.
- Patient Grievance & Escalation: Use the hospital’s official channels or write via the contact form on the KMC/Manipal website.
- Lost & Found: Report at Security/Helpdesk with location & time details.
🧑💻 Online Services & Links
🔎 Quick Actions
Kasturba Medical College — Manipal is an academic tertiary-care hospital providing comprehensive clinical services, medical education and research. For department-specific contact numbers, OPD timings and appointments, please use the official site above.
Address & Map
Address (campus):
Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Manipal, Manipal Academy of Higher Education campus, Manipal, Udupi district, Karnataka, India.