Government Medical College, Thrissur, established in 1982, is a premier institution for medical education in Central Kerala, India. The college is situated in the serene surroundings of Mulangunnathukavu (M.G Kavu), approximately 14 km away from Thrissur. Spanning over an expansive area of more than 250 acres, it has grown to become a prominent center for medical education and healthcare in the region.

Affiliation

The college is affiliated with the Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS), which began its operations on the campus in 2009.

Facilities

Academic and Clinical Facilities

Government Medical College, Thrissur, boasts state-of-the-art facilities that support both academic and clinical training:

Digital Classrooms: Equipped with modern furniture and overhead projectors.

Laboratories: Advanced laboratories and dissection labs for practical sessions.

Central Library: Houses a vast collection of over 12,345 books and 1,234 journals, and operates 24/7.

Auditorium: A modern auditorium with a seating capacity of over 1,000.

Hostels: Separate accommodation for boys and girls, featuring study areas, play areas, and common spaces.

Transportation: Bus facilities for students to commute between the college, hostels, and nearby towns.

CCTV Security: The entire campus is secured with Closed Circuit cameras to ensure safety.

Sports Facilities: Both indoor and outdoor sports facilities are available to maintain students' physical health.

Hospital Services

The medical college hospital is well-equipped with:

1400 Beds: Including 75 emergency beds.

24x7 Emergency Services: Supported by resident doctors, nursing staff, on-call doctors, diagnostic and laboratory services, ambulances, and a blood bank.

Out-Patient Services: Features computerized token systems, online appointments, vast waiting rooms, and open campus areas with mini parks and food stalls.

Departments

The college offers a wide range of medical courses across various departments including:

Anaesthesiology

Anatomy

Biochemistry

Cardiology

Community Medicine

Dermatology

Forensic Medicine

Gastroenterology

General Medicine

General Surgery

Microbiology

Neonatology

Nephrology

Neurology

Neurosurgery

Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Ophthalmology

Orthopaedics

Otolaryngology (ENT)

Pathology

Pediatric Surgery

Pediatrics

Pharmacology

Physical Medicine

Physiology

Plastic Surgery

Psychiatry

Pulmonology

Radiation Oncology

Radio Diagnosis

Surgical Oncology

Transfusion Medicine

Urology.

Admission and Courses

Government Medical College, Thrissur, offers various undergraduate and postgraduate courses:

MBBS: 175 seats

MD/MS: 143 seats

DM/MCh: 5 seats.

Achievements and Events

The college has a rich history of 25 years in providing meritorious medical care and knowledge sharing. Recently, it inaugurated several new infrastructure projects, including the 'Ammayum Kunjum' block, a super specialty block, and other hospital blocks worth ₹606.46 Crore, along with ₹11.4 Crore healthcare projects.