Government Medical College Kollam, situated in Parippally, Kollam, Kerala, is a premier medical institution established with the aim to provide top-notch medical education and healthcare services. The college is located 21 km south of Kollam city and 9.6 km east of Paravur town. Initially established by the Employees State Insurance Corporation (ESIC), this institution was later acquired by the Government of Kerala.

Facilities and Infrastructure

The college boasts a sprawling campus spread over an area of 1,24,686 square meters, with a 500-bed hospital that caters to over 500 patients daily 1. The infrastructure includes state-of-the-art facilities such as:

Library: A well-stocked library with a vast collection of medical literature.

Laboratories: Modern laboratories equipped with the latest technology.

Computer Lab: For the students to access digital resources.

Auditorium: A spacious auditorium for seminars and events.

Lecture Theatres: Equipped with audio-visual aids to facilitate effective learning.

Hostel Facilities: Separate hostels for boys and girls with all necessary amenities.

Recreation Facilities: Areas designated for student recreation and leisure.

Cafeteria and Mess: Providing nutritious meals to students and staff.

Courses and Admissions

Government Medical College Kollam offers an MBBS course at the undergraduate level. Admission to this course is based on the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) and subsequent counseling process. The college is affiliated with Kerala University of Health Sciences, Thrissur.

Departments

The college houses multiple departments, including:

General Medicine

General Surgery

Obstetrics & Gynecology

Pediatrics

Orthopedics

ENT

Dermatology

Radiology

Psychiatry

Anesthesia

Ophthalmology

Dental 1.

Vision and Mission

The vision of Government Medical College Kollam is to establish itself as a center of excellence in modern medicine, providing the best healthcare facilities to the people of Kerala. The mission is to produce medical professionals with a strong academic base and technical competence, who can serve the community with compassion and care.