
Department of Palliative Care
The Department of Palliative Care at Dr. KM Cherian Institute of Medical Sciences (KMC Hospital, Chengannur) is the best Palliative Care Hospital in Kerala. We specialise in providing compassionate care and excellent treatment to patients suffering from severe, life-threatening, and life-limiting diseases and medical conditions.
Our Department of Palliative Care is led by some of the most experienced and skilled palliative care specialists and physicians, known for their expertise in tackling serious illnesses and diseases. We provide a full range of home care services, inpatient care, and an outpatient clinic backed by state-of-the-art technology and equipment.
As the leading palliative care hospital in the central Travancore region, we ensure that patients of all ages, including those travelling to us from near and far—Chengannur, Alleppey, Thiruvalla, Kottayam, Idukki, Kollam, and Pathanamthitta—receive excellent treatment and the best palliative care services in Kerala.
Some of our leading palliative care services include early intervention in symptom management, patient-centred care, psychosocial and spiritual support, a focus on quality of life, family support, bereavement care, support groups, and integrating palliative care services with cancer care.
From interventional and non-interventional procedures to counselling and long-term support, we ensure that the patients and their families receive the right therapy and care to manage the pain, the health conditions, and the accompanying emotional turbulence gently and safely.
Regarded as the best Palliative Care Hospital in Kerala, we are here to provide the best treatment and care to your critically ill relative for the rest of their lives. Contact us at ☎️ (+91) 91889 54828, and we will be happy to connect you with Kerala’s best palliative care doctors and specialists.
Our Doctors
Our leading palliative care physicians and specialists in Kerala offer highly specialized interventions and care for terminally ill patients and support for their families.


Dr. Sarah J. Easaw

Dr. Nidhun V. Ashok

Dr. John Thomas

Dr. Boaz Vincent

Dr. Murali Appukuttan
Services
At KMC Hospital, Chengannur, we provide early interventions in symptom management, psychosocial support, and spiritual care for patients facing critical illnesses. We aim to enhance their quality of life and offer patient-centric care in a safe, comfortable, and compassionate environment. We also incorporate palliative care services alongside cancer treatment, emphasizing the importance of peace of mind for patients and their families.
- Early intervention in symptom management
- Patient-centred care
- Psychosocial and spiritual support
- Focus on quality of life
- Family support
- Bereavement care, Support groups
- Integrate palliative care services with cancer care
We offer:
- Outpatient Clinic
- Inpatient care
- Home care services
Physicians with expertise in Palliative care and Compassionate care.
To refer a patient or for appointments, call: + 91 91889 54828
FAQ
Dr. KM Cherian Institute of Medical Sciences (KMC Hospital, Chengannur) is a super-specialty hospital in Central Travancore that provides world-class palliative care to critically ill patients. We are conveniently located and easily accessible to patients from Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Idukki, Alappuzha, Kollam, Thiruvalla, Adoor, Aranmula, Kozhencherry, Kumbanad, Konni, Pandalam, Sabarimala, Parumala, and Mallappally.
We provide affordable and specialised palliative care services compared to other super-specialty hospitals in Kerala. We aim to help the maximum number of patients and their families receive the best care and support to handle critical diseases. To schedule your appointment, contact us at ☎️ (+91) 0479 236 3300 / (+91) 479 236 3456.
At the Department of Palliative Care, we treat terminally ill patients with the utmost care and provide compassionate support and counselling to their families, helping them cope with the treatment and care process. As a leading palliative care hospital in Kerala, we work with highly experienced palliative care physicians and doctors known for their skills in treating patients with serious illnesses.