Awards & Achievements

Thoughtful Appreciations for Meaningful Practices

Being FIRST is an honour. We have made our ‘First’ impressions in care that took us further in promoting good health and happiness for all. We are still evolving with time and are making our mark as the first in adapting novel therapies, techniques and technologies in care.

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Kerala’s First
Dialysis Unit

We made the FIRST move in dialysis care in Kerala by introducing the state's first dialysis unit, which is also India's third.

Central Travancore’s First
Renal Transplantation Programme

One of the best renal centres in Central Travancore, we are the FIRST in the region to introduce the Renal Transplantation Programme, undertaking both live and deceased renal transplantations.

Kottayam’s First NABH
Accredited Hospital

We received the NABH (National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers) accreditation for our relentless efforts in improving and upholding quality of the delivery of services and patient safety, and became the FIRST hospital to achieve this certification.

Central Travancore’s First Liver
Transplantation Programme

We are the FIRST to introduce the Liver Transplantation Programme in Central Travancore under the aegis of our Department of Surgical Gastroenterology.

Kerala's First Private Hospital to Introduce
COVID Control Cell

We are the FIRST & only hospital in Kerala to introduce a dedicated COVID Control Cell in the private sector.

Kerala’s First Hospital to Achieve 1000+ Keyhole Heart
Bypass Surgeries

We are Kerala’s FIRST and the only centre to achieve 1000+ Keyhole Heart Bypass Surgeries, creating a benchmark. Thanks to our eminent doctors and world-class technologies.

Kerala’s First Laser
Angioplasty System

We are the FIRST to introduce the Laser Angioplasty System in Kerala, achieving a new milestone in cardiac care. The novel system safely and reliably removes clots and blocks inside the blood vessels of the heart and various parts of the body.

Kerala’s First Great Place To Work-Certified
Hospital

We became the FIRST hospital in Kerala to achieve the Great Place To Work Certification, considered the ‘Gold Standard’ in identifying and recognizing institutions with great workplace cultures.

Kerala’s First 384-Slice Diagnostic Cardiology
Dual Energy RT-CT Scan Machine

We are the FIRST in Kerala to introduce the 384-slice Diagnostic Cardiology Dual Energy RT-CT Scan Machine, paving the way for enhanced clinical capabilities and improved patient outcomes.

Kerala’s First TrueBeam with
HyperArc Technology

We are the FIRST in Kerala to introduce TrueBeam with HyperArc Technology for High-Definition Radiosurgery along with Surface-Guided Radiotherapy, ensuring increased precision and accuracy

India's First Telemedic AI ED
on Wheels

We are the FIRST in India to introduce Telemedic AI ED on Wheels - C RATS AI (An AI-Powered Remote Ambulance Telemetry Services Powered By Caritas), which enables doctors and medical team to monitor, screen, analyze, diagnose and support management remotely to make more informed treatment decisions.

Kerala's First Hospital to Implement
Bharat Bill Payment System

We are the FIRST hospital in Kerala to implement the Bharat Bill Payment System (BBPS), which enables customers to make payments directly from their bank account to the Hospital Billing Department, without having to use the hospital’s payment interface.

Digital Health NABH Accreditation

Caritas became South Kerala's first hospital to achieve Silver Level, Digital Health NABH Accreditation, received the first NABH Certification for Emergency Services, and was re-accredited for Nursing Excellence by NABH.

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Accreditations

Discover the assurance of quality and excellence in healthcare at Caritas Hospital through our prestigious accreditations. We take pride in meeting and exceeding industry standards, ensuring that you receive the highest level of care.

 

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  • NABH Accreditation Since 2015
  • NABH 5th Edition Accreditation Since 2022
  • NABH Ethics Committee Accreditation Since 2020
  • NABH Ethics Committee Re-accreditation Since 2022
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  • NABH Nursing Excellence Certification Since 2019
  • NABH Nursing Excellence Re-accreditation Since 2022
  • NABH Nursing Excellence Re-accreditation Since 2024

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  • NABH Certification For Emergency Services since 2024
  • Achieved Silver Level, Digital Health NABH Accreditation

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  • NABL Accreditation for Molecular Testing in Real-Time RT-PCR (Closed System) Since 2020
  • NABL re-accreditation for the Molecular testing of SARS-CoV-2 and Mycobacterium tuberculosis since 2024.
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  • Mother & Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative (MBFHI) Accreditation Since 2022

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  • EPiHC (Ethical Principles in Health Care) Accreditation Since 2022
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  • Eat Right Campus Accreditation Since 2022

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  • Center of Quality Promotion Certified Since 2023
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  • Awareness-Compliance-Excellence for CSSD by CAHO

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  • Great Place to Work Certification Since 2023 in Healthcare Industry
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  • Won Diamond Status by the World Stroke Organization (WSO) for Excellence in Stroke Care in 2023

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  • Won "Made in Kerala 2023" award for Best Medical Institution with over 500 beds by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI)
  • Medical Device Adverse Event Monitoring Centre: Medical Device Adverse Event Monitoring Centre Since 2024

  • Adverse Drug Reaction Monitoring Centre: Adverse Drug Reaction Monitoring Centre Since 2023