SCTIMST is an autonomous biomedical institute of national importance under the Government of India, specialising in tertiary clinical services (cardio-thoracic sciences, neurosciences, organ transplantation), biomedical technology development and postgraduate training & research.
🚨 Emergency & Immediate Help
- Main Enquiry (Central Office): +91-471-2443152
- Director’s Office / General: +91-471-2443085
- Dean / Academic Office: +91-471-2524500
- Registrar: +91-471-2524150
- Biomedical Technology Wing (Customer Service): +91-471-2520307 / 2520309
- Email (General): sct@sctimst.ac.in
- Police / Ambulance / Fire: 100 | 102 | 112
- Emergency & Acute Care: Rapid triage and referral to specialty units (cardiac, neuro, transplant) with linkages to operating theatres and ICU.
- ICU & High-Dependency Units: Dedicated critical care for postoperative and complex medical patients; check bed availability with Admissions.
- Ambulance & Transfers: Hospital-coordinated transfers — call the main desk for coordination.
🏥 Major Services & Specialities
Clinical Specialties
- Cardio-thoracic & Vascular Surgery, Cardiology
- Neurosciences (Neurosurgery & Neurology)
- Organ Transplantation (Kidney & Liver programs)
- Nephrology, Urology
- Clinical & Experimental Medicine
Biomedical Technology Wing (BTW)
- Medical device development, evaluation & translational research
- Customer Service Cell for biomedical industry collaboration
Diagnostics & Imaging
- Advanced imaging: CT, MRI, Echocardiography, Digital X‑ray
- Clinical labs, histopathology & microbiology
Surgical & Interventional Services
- Cardiac surgery, neurosurgery, transplant surgery and minimally invasive procedures
- Dedicated operating theatres & hybrid suites where applicable
Training & Research
- Postgraduate MD/MS, MCh, DM, PhD programmes and specialty fellowships
- Clinical trials, device validation & national research collaborations
Support Services
- Physiotherapy, nutrition, social services, patient counselling and rehabilitation
- Pharmacy, blood bank linkages & medical records
🗓️ OPD, Appointments & Visiting
OPD & Registration
- OPD clinics run by department and consultant; timings vary — contact the main desk for current schedules.
- Academic & specialty clinics follow rostered schedules; arrive early for token/registration.
Appointments
- Pre-booking recommended for specialist consultations and elective procedures.
- Teleconsultation options may be available for follow-ups — inquire at OPD.
Visiting Hours
- Visiting hours differ across wards; ICU/HDU have restricted access — confirm at nursing station.
👨⚕️ Leadership & Departments
Director: (Office) +91-471-2443085
Dean: Dr. Srinivasan K. — +91-471-2524500
SCTIMST hosts multidisciplinary consultants across clinical and technology divisions. For consultant-wise schedules, contact the OPD desk or department offices.
🛏️ Inpatient / Admissions
Admissions & Rooms
- General wards, private rooms and dedicated postoperative recovery units.
- Admission procedure: registration, ID, previous medical records and insurance documentation required.
Billing & Financial Assistance
- Publicly funded plus autonomous institute policies — enquire at Patient Welfare/Public Relations for concessions and schemes.
Discharge
- Discharge summary, prescriptions and follow-up instructions are provided. Request copies from Medical Records if required.
🧭 Patient & Visitor Information
Food & Canteen
- On-campus cafeteria and nearby eateries; diet counselling available for inpatients.
Pharmacy & Blood Bank
- Hospital pharmacy and blood bank coordination for transfusion services.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access, lifts and assistance for differently-abled and elderly patients — request at Helpdesk.
Accommodation for Attendants
- Limited on-campus guest accommodation or nearby lodging options; inquire at Patient Relations.
🛟 Support Services & Research
- Active research programmes, clinical trials and device development via the Biomedical Technology Wing.
- Medical records, counselling, social work and rehabilitation services available for patients and families.
- Continuing medical education (CME), workshops and national-level collaborations.
📍 Location & Nearby Essentials
SCTIMST is located in Thiruvananthapuram — Postal Index 695011. The main & BTW campuses are in the city; please contact the institute for exact directions to specific wings (Hospital / BTW / AMCHSS).
Postal Address:
Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences & Technology, P.O. Box / Trivandrum — 695011, Kerala, India.
🔗 Official Links & Contacts
- Website: sctimst.ac.in
- Main Phone: +91-471-2443152
- Director’s Office: +91-471-2443085
- Dean (Academic): +91-471-2524500
- Biomedical Technology Wing (Customer Service): +91-471-2520307 / 2520309
- Email (General): sct@sctimst.ac.in
SCTIMST is an institute of national importance combining patient care, biomedical technology innovation and advanced training. For authoritative details, department contacts, consultant rosters and notices visit the official website or contact the institute directly.