The Cardiac Department of St. Mary’s Hospital is the prestigious and the foremost of the kind in the district. Our pioneering work for the prevention and treatment of cardiac diseases has led to the achievement of better outcomes and improved quality of life of cardiac patients who visit us each year with complex heart problems.
The department has 24 hour Emergency Service to provide immediate Coronary Angiogram and Angioplasties for patients appearing with heart attacks. The dedicated facilities in the hospital for Non interventional and Interventional Cardiology offers comprehensive cardiac care management for heart ailments with a preventive and educative approach. The department has a fully equipped 15 bedded Cardiac ICU to handle cardiac emergencies, an advanced cardiac imaging section and an Invasive Diagnostic and Interventional division.
A doctor with extreme compassion and care for patients having 30 years’ service winning the hearts of every patient he treats. Dr. Mathew Abraham previously served at Railway Hospital, Perambur, Madras and Little Flower Hospital Angamaly and is the Head of the St. Mary’s Hospital Department of Cardiology from 1999 onwards. Dr. Mathew is available at the Outpatient Department on all days except Sundays from 09.30 am to 01.30 pm & 03.30 pm to 06.30 pm
Consultant and Senior Interventional Cardiologist, has more than 10 years of experience as Interventional Cardiologist and was previously employed in Lisie Heart Institute Kochi, Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Science & Research Bangalore, before he joined our cardiac team. Dr. Tony is available at the Outpatient Department on all Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays from 10.00 am to 01.00 pm & 04.00 pm - 6.00 pm
Dr. Nidhin Parrit is the Clinical Cardiologist of the St .Mary’s Hospital. He has 9 years of experience. His previous service centres were MOSC Medical College Kolenchery and Lisie Hospital Heart Institute Kochi.
The hospital also has state of art facilities like Siemens Flat Panel Cardiac Cath lab (Version 21) with facilities for Digital Subtraction Angiography (DSA). The facilities for the following procedures are available:
The Cardiac Department of St. Mary’s Hospital is the prestigious and the foremost of the kind, in the district. Four eminent devoted Cardiologists form the Cardiac team of St. Mary’s Hospital, provide efficient care round the clock. The department has 24 hour Emergency Service to provide immediate Coronary Angiogram and Angioplasties for patients appearing with heart attacks. The dedicated facilities in the hospital for Non interventional and Interventional Cardiology offers comprehensive cardiac care management for heart ailments with a preventive and educative approach. State-of-the-art, in terms of clinical support and diagnostic and treatment facilities are offered through the Outpatient and Inpatient divisions. The department has a fully equipped 13 bedded Cardiac ICU to handle cardiac emergencies, an advanced cardiac imaging section and an Invasive Diagnostic and Interventional division. The Department has been able to perform more than 1600 successful Angioplasties during the last 3 years of Interventional Cardiology.
Interventional Cardiology constitutes advanced training in cardiovascular disease and catheter- based management of heart disease. A large number of procedures can be performed on heart by catheterization. The Department has been able to perform more than 1600 successful Angioplasties during the last 3 years of Interventional Cardiology.
Centre of Excellence in Orthopaedics at St. Mary’s Hospital, Thodupuzha has the expertise in providing specialized care of highest quality.
We offer comprehensive solutions to all orthopaedic and musculoskeletal disorders. The clinical units for Bones, Joints, Muscles and Tendons are conveniently located at one place and each unit is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to ensure that patients get the most appropriate care conforming to their individual conditions.
The team of experienced doctors is adept in multidisciplinary consultations and the committed nurses provide end-to-end holistic care backed by their loving and personalized approach.
The Orthopaedic Centre of Excellence at St. Mary’s Hospital has the following sub-specialities.
The Orthopaedics Centre of Excellence is a contemporary well equipped department with the following facilities:
We do the latest joint replacement surgeries for the Hip, Knee, Shoulder and Elbow for a variety of conditions including Arthritis. Our success rates for Revision Joint Arthroplasty procedures are at par with the best centres around the world.
Our Spine Centre offers state-of-the-art Spine Surgery for all kinds of ailments related to the Spine including the latest minimally-invasive-motion preserving surgeries, Scoliosis and Kyphosis correction.
Dr. O.T. George is a Senior Consultant, He is a well known specialist in all things related to Orthopedic conditions. An Orthopaedic Surgeon with more than 25 years of experience,
He is an expert in advanced arthroscopic management.
(OP Time: All Monday, Wednesday and Saturday )
He is famous for following treatments:
An Orthopaedic Surgeon with more than 10 years of experience,
He is an expert in advanced arthroscopic management.
(OP Time: All Monday to Saturday )
An Orthopaedic Surgeon with more than 10 years of experience,
(OP Time: All Monday to Saturday )
An Orthopaedic Surgeon with more than 5 years of experience,
He is an expert in advanced arthroscopic management.
Department of Orthopaedics focuses on Orthopaedic general surgeries, Joint replacement surgeries, Accident & Traumatology, Spine Surgery, Sports Injuries and Foot & Ankle Clinic. Surgeries are done for bones, joints, muscles, tendons and ligaments. Changes to these parts of the body may be congenital or can occur as a result of a disorder. Traumatology deals specifically with accident-related injuries to the musculoskeletal system. St. Marys Healthcare has a dedicated Ortho ICU having 6 beds and which has the latest monitoring facilities. The Emergency unit has a receiving area, minor operation theatre and emergency room with monitoring facilities for poly-trauma patients. The unit has a tertiary level trauma Center with all-critical care facilities.
The Gastroenterology department is the first independent unit of its kind in the region providing comprehensive medical care for various disorders of the gastrointestinal system which covers the oesophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, pancreas, liver and biliary system. The department provides specialized treatment for all GI problems like GI tumours and cancers, GI motility diseases, Peptic ulcer and Reflux diseases, GI bleeding, mal absorption and digestive problems, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) such as Crohns disease and Ulcerative Colitis, liver diseases like hepatitis, tumours and cirrhosis, gallbladder and biliary problems – stones and tumours, pancreatic diseases – Cancers and pancreatitis as well as Obesity.
The department is equipped with latest video endoscopes and other devices for the accurate diagnosis and providing expert treatment for patients. Large number of references from other hospitals are received and properly managed by the department. Also there are a large number of inter departmental references daily. The department has 24 hours Emergency Service to provide immediate management of acute gastrointestinal bleeding, liver diseases and other emergencies.
A doctor with 30 years of professional experience in Gastroenterology both national and international health care centres, before he joined St. Mary’s healthcare centre. These unique experiences are helping us to deliver the best quality services to our patients, in the field of Gastroenterology. Beside, his interest in patient education and patient motivation has given us a holistic approach towards alcohol induced Cirrhosis liver and related problems. He has 30 years’ experience in the field.
Dr. Joshy Joseph is available at Outpatient Department on all
Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays
from 09.00 am to 01.00 pm, 04.30 pm to 05.30 pm
Saturday: 09.00 am to 01.00 pm
Tuesdays and Fridays are mainly Endoscopic procedure days
1 year experience as assistant professor in Medical College calicut
The Gastroenterology department is the first independent unit of its kind in the region providing comprehensive medical care for various disorders of the gastrointestinal system which covers the oesophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, pancreas, liver and biliary system. The department provides specialized treatment for all GI problems like GI tumours and cancers, GI motility diseases, Peptic ulcer and Reflux diseases, GI bleeding, mal absorption and digestive problems, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) such as Crohns disease and Ulcerative Colitis, liver diseases like hepatitis, tumours and cirrhosis, gallbladder and biliary problems – stones and tumours, pancreatic diseases – Cancers and pancreatitis as well as Obesity. Multidisciplinary in approach, the department works closely with other specialties like Oncology, Nephrology, Pulmonology, Cardiology, General Medicine and Paediatrics to render holistic, evidence-based treatment to patients.
The department is equipped with latest video endoscopes and other devices for the accurate diagnosis and providing expert treatment for patients. Large number of references from other hospitals are received and properly managed by the department. Also there are a large number of inter departmental references daily.
The department has 24 hours Emergency Service to provide immediate management of acute gastrointestinal bleeding, liver diseases and other emergencies. State-of-the-art in terms of clinical support and facilities offered, the hospital has an Outpatient and an Inpatient division and a fully equipped ICU with well experienced staff nurses.
The Department of Neurology, St. Mary’s Hospital is one of the largest and most comprehensive neurological practices in the district of Idukki. St. Mary’s Hospital cares for the whole individual, using a team approach to address all aspects of neurological problems and their effects on the patient and family. Diseases of the brain and nerves can rob us of independence, strength, sensation, speech, movement or memory. The department of Neurology offers comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic services. Most of the neurological problems can be effectively treated if it is diagnosed early. The department is fully equipped for the evaluation of all types of neurological problems, including Neurophysiology lab, 32 slice CT Scan & 1.5 Tesla MRI.
We provide specialized, evidence based treatment for the following neurological disorders
" Time is Brain" We have a multi-disciplinary team with competent stroke neurologist and trained nursing staff at our stroke unit to provide accurate stroke diagnosis and treatment. We provide 24x7 intravenous thrombolysis with rtPA for those patients who present within window period of 4.5 hours. Comprehensive stroke management programs include identification on risk factors, life style modifications, patient education, secondary prevention therapies and neurorehabilitation.
Neuro ICU is equipped with experienced and caring nursing staff, continuous monitoring facilities and ventilator to deal with all sorts of neurological emergencies including status epilepticus, neuroinfections.
The neurophysiology lab is staffed by highly trained technician and offers the following
Our young, yet anchored department of Neurology is headed by Dr. Ebin Jose. He was trained in
his area of expertise by the leading neurologists at the pioneer Neurological centre in Kerala-
Govt. Medical College Thiruvananthapuram. The lessons of neurology in the right mix with
compassion and empathy sets him apart in-patient care. His motto of “the first and the last
patient getting the same care and attention” has resulted in a long list of smiling and content
people whom he has treated.
Our dedicated multidisciplinary clinical staff and clinical faculty provide acute and ongoing care
in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
Dr. Ebin Jose is available at outpatient department on all days except Sundays 10.00 am to
1.30 pm, 4.00 pm to 6.00 pm
Neurosurgery is the speciality concerned with prevention, diagnosis, surgical treatment & rehabilitation of disorder which affect any portion of the nervous system including brain, spinal cord, peripheral nervous & extra cranial cerebrovascular system. The Department of Neurosurgery in St. Mary’s Hospital provides round the clock support & is fully equipped to surgeries for a wide range of illness. Neurological diseases such as brain injury or diseases, head injury, spinal injury, brain tumors, spinal tumors, brain hemorrhage, hydrocephalus, nerve injuries, tumors, disc prolapse or herniation, spinal dislocation are treated our neurosurgeons.
Dr Anoop has been working in Neurosurgery at various reputed National Institutes since 2015. He has worked as a senior resident in Moulana Azad Medical College (MAMC), NewDelhi after which he worked in IPGMER & Bangur Institute of Neurosciences Kolkata where he completed his superspeciality degree. This institute is among the most busiest institutes in Eastern India which provides comprehensive care to all aspects of neurosurgery. He has been working in a reputed private hospital in Kochi for past few years. His areas of interest includes vascular, skull base and minimally invasive Spine surgery.
Dr Anoop is available at outpatient clinic from Monday to Saturday (9 am to 6 pm). The Department provides round the clock support for neurosurgical emergencies . The department is well supported by Neurology, Neurocritical care and Orthopedics.
The department caters to wide range of illnesses including
Major, complicated, critical and referred surgical patients are provided the best of qualified personnel and all the modern equipment by our General Surgery Department, which makes it one of the best in the district. Minimal access surgical procedures both basics as well as advanced are regularly performed by our department. Procedures being routinely done here include laparoscopic cholecystectomy, laparoscopic appendectomy, laparoscopic adhesiolysis, diagnostic laparoscopy as well as advanced procedures like laparoscopic hernia repair and laparoscopic hemicolectomy.
Extremely good results for all major gastrointestinal surgical work at very affordable and friendly rates are the prime highlights of the Surgery Department. Patients suffering from malignancy are given excellent surgery care from the Surgery department .All the units are performing curative palliative surgeries. Patients of head and neck malignancy, breast, GI & other general surgical malignancies are treated with utmost care. We work together with excellent Oncology Departments.
The General Surgery Department of this tertiary care centre possesses qualified personnel and all the modern equipments required for the major, complicated, critical and referred surgical patient. The State of the art equipments available in this hospital.
Minimal access surgery is a key word in the field of surgery today. Our Department is regularly performing minimal access surgical procedures, both basic as well as advanced. Procedures being routinely done here include laparoscopic cholecystectomy, laparoscopic appendicectomy, laparoscopic adhesiolysis, diagnostic laparoscopy as well as advanced procedures like laparoscopic hernia repair and laparoscopic hemicolectomy.
The surgery department has been doing all major gastrointestinal surgical work with extremely good results and at very affordable and patient friendly rates.
The Surgery department has been giving excellent surgery care to patients suffering from malignancies. All the units are performing curative palliative surgeries. We attend to patients of head and neck malignancy, breast, GI & Other general surgical malignancies. We work together with excellent Oncology Departments.
A doctor with more than 5 year in general and laparoscopic surgery. Well trained in performing thyroid, breast surgeries and also interested in diabetic foot management. He is well trained in performing basic & advanced laparoscopic procedures.
The department has dedicated facility for comprehensive care and management of health problems in children. In terms of clinical support and medical care, Pediatric treatment areas here are child friendly in design and offer a warm and comfortable ambience for babies and children to regain their normal self-faster. Committed to the cause of providing safe and high quality medical care with compassion, the team of Pediatricians and Pediatric nurses here work, adhering to evidence-based treatment guidelines with a multi-disciplinary approach.
A veteran Paediatrician with unparalleled knowledge and more than 28 years of experience in General Paediatrics, Ambulatory Paediatrics, Childhood Asthma, Growth and Nutrition, Developmental Paediatrics, Child Protection, Community Paediatrics, is rated among the top Paediatricians in the region.
Dr. Jacob is available at Outpatient department on all days except Sundays
08.00 am to 1.30 pm, 4.00 pm to 6.30 pm
Dr. Veena P formerly worked in ESIC Hospital Udyogamandal, is an expert in providing comprehensive healthcare to children, along with special interest in development paediatrics.
Dr. Veena is available at Outpatient department on all days except Sundays
08.00 am to 1.30 pm, 4.00 pm to 6.30 pm
The department has dedicated facility for comprehensive care and management of health problems in children. On par with the best Paediatric Hospitals in the world in terms of clinical support and medical care, Paediatric treatment areas here are child friendly in design and offer a warm, comfortable and soothing ambience for babies and children to recuperate faster. Committed to the cause of providing safe and high quality medical care with compassion, the team of Paediatricians and Paediatric nurses here work, adhering to evidence-based treatment guidelines with a multi-disciplinary approach. The department is managed by two Paediatricians and support staff round the clock and is supervised closely by the Infection Control Department to prevent any possibilities of cross-infection.
The department of Internal Medicine is an integral part of health care of St. Mary’s which provides comprehensive medical care to patients with emphasis on excellent Doctor-Patient communication. It has two outpatient divisions and inpatient divisions which are managed by well experienced Physicians who render expert care to patients with communicable and non- communicable diseases and holds a major role in the prevention and treatment of communicable diseases. In-patients are provided specialized medical attention to ensure minimal hospital stay and stringent safety measures are observed in the patient care areas to prevent nosocomial infections. The department is supported by the latest diagnostic facilities that include Bio- Chemistry, Hematology, Bio Chemistry, Serology and Microbiology.
A doctor with 25 years of experience and profound knowledge in all aspects of medicine and medical care. Dr.Thomas heads the entire spectrum of medical services at St. Mary’s healthcare right from identifying the latest technology to ensure quality health care. Beside this, his interest in patient education and patient motivation has given us a holistic approach towards Endocrinological disorders like Diabetes Mellitus and related problems.
Dr. Thomas is available at Outpatient department on
all days except Sundays
08.30 am to 1.30 pm, 4.30 pm to 6.30 pm
Dr. Nived K.S, previously employed 6 years in Lisie Hospital, Kochi and Renai Medicity. These unique experiences contribute to provide best services to our patients, in the field of medicine. The doctor is well known for his diagnosis, treatment and follow up of diabetes, blood pressure, lipid disorders, etc. and also diagnosis, treatment and prevention of infectious diseases which brings patients of distant regions.
Dr. Nived is available at Outpatient department on
all days except Sundays
09.00 am to 1.30 pm, 4.30 pm to 6.30 pm
The department of Internal Medicine is an integral part of health care of St. Mary’s which provides comprehensive medical care to patients with emphasis on excellent Doctor-Patient communication. It has two outpatient divisions and inpatient divisions which are managed by well experienced Physicians who render expert care to patients with communicable and non-communicable diseases and holds a major role in the prevention and treatment of communicable diseases. In-patients are provided specialized medical attention to ensure minimal hospital stay and stringent safety measures are observed in the patient care areas to prevent nosocomial infections. The department is supported by the latest diagnostic facilities that include Bio-Chemistry, Haematology, Bio Chemistry, Serology and Microbiology.
The department of pulmonary medicine undertakes the prevention, early detection, diagnosis, and treatment of chest/respiratory/thoracic diseases. The department is manned by an experienced Consultant with outpatient and inpatient divisions which are capable of managing acute and chronic respiratory or ventilatory failure, supportive lung diseases, Tuberculosis, Interstitial lung diseases, sleep disorders, pleural diseases, Pulmonary hypertension including pulmonary vascular disease, respiratory allergic disorders.
The department provides special investigation facilities such as Pulmonary Function Tests for reversible airway obstruction and Arterial Blood Gas analysis. Video Bronchoscopy helps in visualizing the respiratory passages down to small divisions and is used to take tissue samples, washings, biopsy etc. from suspected areas of the lungs. Sleep study / polysomnography can be also done in patients with sleep disordered breathing disorders. Assistance for smoking cessation is also provided by this department.
Dr. Sreejith H, has formerly employed in ESIC Hospital Udyogamandal and Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi before he joined our team. His umatched skill in diagnosing diseases has contributed much to the health and life of a large number of patients.
Dr. Sreejith.H is available at Outpatient Department from
Monday to Friday: 09.00 am to 01.00 pm, 04.00 pm to 06.00 pm
Saturday: 09.00 am to 01.00 pm.
The department of pulmonary medicine undertakes the prevention, early detection, diagnosis, and treatment of chest/respiratory/thoracic diseases. The department is manned by an experienced Consultant with outpatient and inpatient divisions which are capable of managing acute and chronic respiratory or ventilatory failure, supportive lung diseases, Tuberculosis, Interstitial lung diseases, sleep disorders, pleural diseases, Pulmonary hypertension including pulmonary vascular disease, respiratory allergic disorders. The department provides special investigation facilities such as Pulmonary Function Tests for reversible airway obstruction and Arterial Blood Gas analysis. Video Bronchoscopy helps in visualizing the respiratory passages down to small divisions and is used to take tissue samples, washings, biopsy etc. from suspected areas of the lungs. Trans bronchial needle aspiration and lung biopsies and trans-thoracic needle aspiration under fluoroscopic/ultrasound guidance can be done when required. Sleep study/polysomnography can be also done in patients with sleep disordered breathing disorders. Assistance for smoking cessation is also provided by this department. Comprehensive Pulmonary rehabilitation is done with the support of Cardiologist, Neurologist, Gastroenterologist, Physician, Physiotherapist, Dietitian, PFT Technician and dedicated trained staff.
The Dermatology Department deals with conditions related to skin, hair and nails. The Cosmetic Dermatology Division deals with all cosmetic procedures related to Skin, Hair and Nails.ST. Mary’s Hospital keeps par with the latest developments in the field and is well equipped to perform various dermatological treatments and procedures apart from accurate diagnosis, of even troublesome, acute and chronic skin problems. Whether you want to restore a more youthful look to your skin or remove unwanted hair, blood vessels, vascular birthmarks, we offer the most state-of-the-art treatment options to help you achieve your personal goals.
A doctor with profound knowledge and experience in diagnosing and managing Dermatological diseases.
Dr. Sabine is available at Outpatient department from
Monday to Saturday: 09.00 am to 01.00 pm
Uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells, is the prime factor that causes cancer. Cancer is caused by both external factors (e.g. chemicals, radiation, viruses) and internal factors (e.g. hormones, immune conditions, inherited mutations). Carcinogenesis arises or is triggered when casual factors act together or in a sequential manner. Many years may pass between carcinogenic exposure or inheritance of a mutation and detectable cancer. Today, cancer is treated with surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, hormones, and/or immunotherapy .ST. Mary’s Hospital provides world-class, yet cost effective clinical care, always keeping patient’s interests foremost.
(OP Time: All Wednesdays: 04.00 pm to 07.00 pm)
Nephrology mainly deals with problems related to the kidneys and Urology focuses on diagnosing and treating disorders of the urinary tract for both men and women. ST. Mary’s Hospital Nephrology Department provide a complete range of consultative, diagnostic and treatment services for patients with kidney diseases. All stages of kidney disease, from earliest detectable changes in kidney function through end-stage kidney disease, kidney stones, and other kidney-related problems treated efficiently and with care. The state of the art facilities include technology for Dialysis (haemodialysis and peritoneal).
Ligaments of joints, bones and muscles are affected by rheumatic diseases. These muscoskeletal diseases are treated through outpatient consultations and specialty care for patients with chronic rheumatic diseases is provided in our hospital. St. Mary’s Hospital provides the latest techniques to minimize pain and help the patients recover fast from their orthopaedic related ailments.
Dr. Joy Paul graduated in 1975 from Italy, has worked in Italy, Switzerland and Germany in General Medicine and General Surgery. Back home he has served at Cherupushpam Hospital Pala, Chazhikattu Hospital Thodupuzha and presently as our C.M.O. He has vast experience in General Medicine, General Surgery, Trauma care and Emergency Medicine.
It is being increasingly recognised that hormonal imbalance plays a major role in many endocrine disorders as well as life style disorder like diabetes, obesity etc. Hence, St. Mary’s Hospital has set up a full fledged endocrine and diabetes unit, taking patients care to a new dimension. We all know that many of the hormonal tests need to be done without any delay after collecting blood samples. So a fully equipped hormonal lab with the state of the art hormonal assay systems to provide the best result in the shortest possible times has also been set up.
The Department of Clinical Immunology and Rheumatology at St. Mary’s Hospital provides advanced comprehensive care for autoimmune inflammatory rheumatic disorders and Primary Immunodeficiency Disorders. The mission of the department is to promote the understanding and treatment of immunologic disorders to provide compassionate, state-of-the-art diagnostic and therapeutic care of patients with immunologic diseases. We provide the necessary laboratory support required in the diagnosis and treatment of inflammatory rheumatic condition and Primary Immunodeficiency Disorders. We also have a well-organized Physical therapy and Rehabilitation centre which will provide patients excellent support with their physical, and occupational therapy. Our orthopaedics team helps the patients with arthroscopies and joint replacements as and when required.
The Division of ENT and Head Neck surgery at St. Mary’s Hospital with special focus on endoscopic (keyhole) and microsurgery.Special services available in this department:-
Dr. Manjuraj K P has graduated from Govt. Medical College Kottayam (MBBS), did his post graduation from Govt. Medical College, Patiala, Punjab (Master of Surgery) and super-specialization in Surgical Gastroenterology from National Board of Examination, Government of India, New Delhi, India (DNB Diplomate of the National Board 2011).
Experience in advanced gastro surgical and hepato-biliary surgeries like multi- visceral organ transplantation including liver and kidney, multi organ procurement, surgeries for portal hypertension, thoracoscopic (keyhole) esophageal surgeries, gastric surgeries and Laparoscopic surgeries (key hole) involving hepato pancreato biliary cancer and colorectal cancer surgeries, laparoscopic repair of abdominal wall hernias.
Dr. Manjuraj worked as Junior Consultant Surgeon at Department of General Surgery, Surgical Oncology and Reconstructive Surgery at Lourdes Hospital, Kochi and as Specialist in Surgical Gastroenterology and Liver Transplantation at Lakeshore Hospital and Research Centre, Kochi and as Consultant HPB &GI surgeon Department of Surgical Gastroenterology Caritas Hospital, Thellakom, Kottayam, Kerala. He also worked as Consultant HPB &GI surgeon Department of Surgical Gastroenterology, Travancore Medical College Hospital, N.H. Bypass, Kollam.