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Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi

Amrita Institute of medical sciences and research centre Ponekkara, P.O.Kochi, Kerala – 682041, India. · 15 km from airport (~35–45 min drive) · Multispeciality

NABH accreditedNABL accreditedMarlin verified
530Total Beds
275Critical Care Beds
28Operation Theatres
1998Established Year
5Specialities
10,000+Patients Treated

About Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi

Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences is one of South Asia’s premier hospitals. The hospital was founded in 1998 by Mata Amrtanandamai Devi, known as Amma. This hospital contains high qualified healthcare professionals and medical professionals from all over the world. Here, the Hospital is constructed over 125 acres with a 3.33 million sq. ft built-up area. However, the hospital can occupy 3500 outpatients approximately and almost 95% inpatient occupancy. The hospital constitutes of 4500 staff, 670 faculties, 12 super-specialty departments, and almost 45 other departments. This hospital offers facilities like 28 operation theatres, 275 ICU (Intensive care unit) beds, fully networked and computerized HIS (Hospital information system), and a department of digital radiology.

Advanced Surgical SuitesState-of-the-art robotic systems and intra-operative navigation theatres.
Designated Centres of ExcellenceComprehensive institutes for Organ Transplants, Oncology, and Cardiac Sciences.
NABH & NABL AccreditedStringent quality benchmark standards for patient safety and clinical care.
International Patient WingDedicated coordination, airport transfers, foreign language interpreters, and visa support.

Centres of excellence

Leading clinical departments providing specialized quaternary care. Click any centre to view doctors.

Orthopedics & Joint Replacement
Comprehensive quaternary care, diagnostics, and surgical excellence in Orthopedics & Joint Replacement.
Musculoskeletal & Spine Surgeries
Comprehensive quaternary care, diagnostics, and surgical excellence in Musculoskeletal & Spine Surgeries.
Endocrine & Diabetes
Comprehensive quaternary care, diagnostics, and surgical excellence in Endocrine & Diabetes.
Ear, Nose, Throat (ENT)
Comprehensive quaternary care, diagnostics, and surgical excellence in Ear, Nose, Throat (ENT).
Heart & Vascular Sciences
Comprehensive quaternary care, diagnostics, and surgical excellence in Heart & Vascular Sciences.

Doctors at Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences

Leading specialists and senior surgical faculty available at Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences.

Dr. Sreekumar K. P.
Dr. Sreekumar K. P.Consultant Specialist10 yrs exp · MBBS, MD
Dr. Harish Kumar
Dr. Harish KumarConsultant Specialist10 yrs exp · MBBS, MD
Dr. Chitra R
Dr. Chitra RConsultant Specialist14 yrs exp · MBBS, MD
Dr. Neeraj Sidharthan
Dr. Neeraj SidharthanConsultant Specialist17 yrs exp · MBBS, MD
Dr. Ajay Sasidharan
Dr. Ajay SasidharanConsultant Specialist10 yrs exp · MBBS, MD
Dr. Vinitha Varghese Panicker
Dr. Vinitha Varghese PanickerConsultant Specialist17 yrs exp · MBBS, MD
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What treatment costs at Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences

Estimated benchmark ranges for international patients, in US dollars.

These are estimates, not quotes. The final cost depends on your medical reports, stage, and selected surgeon. Marlin confirms a comprehensive written estimate with the hospital within 24 hours at zero cost.

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ProcedureEstimated rangeAction
Total knee replacement$4,850 – $6,5004 – 5 daysGet estimate →
Total hip replacement$4,800 – $6,4004 – 5 daysGet estimate →
Coronary artery bypass (CABG)$5,200 – $7,8007 – 8 daysGet estimate →
Kidney transplant$12,000 – $15,50010 – 14 daysGet estimate →
Liver transplant$29,500 – $36,00018 – 22 daysGet estimate →
Bone marrow transplant (Allogeneic)$22,000 – $30,00021 – 28 daysGet estimate →
What affects these numbers:
  • • Specific clinical diagnosis, staging, and required surgical approach.
  • • Length of stay, including any dedicated ICU monitoring days.
  • • Choice of medical implants, prosthetics, or targeted therapies.
  • • Attendant stay and accommodation preferences.

Services and facilities

Dedicated support amenities and clinical facilities available for patients and attendants.

For international patients

  • Dedicated international patient executive for your entire stay
  • Medical interpreters (Arabic, French, Russian, Somali, Bengali)
  • Visa invitation letter & complimentary airport pickup
  • Pre-travel video teleconsultation with senior consultants
  • Currency exchange, SIM card, and attendant accommodation assistance

Clinical Capability

  • International Interpreter
  • Wifi
  • Emergency Service
  • Waiting Lounge

Getting there and staying nearby

Essential travel and transit guidance for international patients.

International Airport15 km from airport (~35–45 min drive). Marlin provides free airport pickup and transit.
Nearest Metro & TaxisConnected via direct metro transit. 24/7 dedicated cabs and emergency ambulances.
AccommodationCurated patient guest houses, budget hotels, and serviced apartments within 1–2 km.
Food & ConveniencesMulti-cuisine cafeterias, 24/7 pharmacies, halal dining, and international banks on campus.
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Patient Stories from Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences

Real recovery journeys of international patients treated at Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences.

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Ahmed Al-Mansoor
Ahmed Al-Mansoor🇮🇶 Baghdad, Iraq
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Treatment: Living-Donor Liver Transplant

"The surgical team and Marlin coordination were beyond exceptional. From airport reception to post-operative ICU recovery, our family felt completely guided."

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Sarah Kiprono
Sarah Kiprono🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya
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Treatment: Bilateral Robotic Knee Replacement

"I was walking without pain on the third day after robotic joint replacement. Total costs were 70% lower than private UK quotes with world-class care."

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Jaloliddin Rustamov
Jaloliddin Rustamov🇺🇿 Tashkent, Uzbekistan
✓ Verified
Treatment: Complex Multi-Vessel CABG Bypass

"Second opinion confirmed the minimally invasive bypass approach. Pre-travel video call gave us 100% confidence before booking our flights."

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Clinical Benchmark & ComparisonDoctor-Vetted Data

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Estimated CostKidney Transplant
$12,200 – $15,200
Typically 24–30 days in India
$12,500 – $15,500
Typically 24–30 days in India
$12,000 – $15,000↓ $200
Typically 24–30 days in India
AccreditationQuality Standards
NABHNABL
JCINABHNABL
NABHNABL
Scale & ICUBed Capacity
530 Beds130 critical care beds
700 beds180 critical care beds
380 beds118 critical care beds
From AirportTravel Duration
15 km
40 min drive
18 km
40 min drive
10 km↓ fastest
25 min drive
SpecialistsSenior Faculty
24 Consultants6 in kidney transplant
42 Consultants8 in kidney transplant
24 Consultants5 in kidney transplant
Best Suited ForClinical Edge

Your case requires quaternary surgical excellence — verified surgical team and dedicated intensive care at Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences.

You want the longest-running transplant programme in India — the country's first paediatric liver transplant was performed here in 1998.

You are arriving on a long-haul flight — this is the closest of our Delhi NCR hospitals to the airport, with 118 critical care beds.

Marlin Neutral Guarantee: Package estimates are indicative benchmarks. Marlin negotiates directly with hospital medical boards for transparent, guaranteed treatment packages at zero booking fees.
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Frequently Asked Question

Quick Take: Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi holds prestigious national (NABH) and international (JCI) accreditations for patient safety and clinical quality.
Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi in India is recognized for world-class standards with national accreditation by NABH and global accreditation by JCI (Joint Commission International). It features dedicated international patient lounges, specialized ICU facilities, and state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging.