Tertiary Respiratory Center
Department of Pulmonary Medicine, Andhra Medical College, Visakhapatnam.
Our hospital is a leading center for Pulmonology, specializing in the treatment of respiratory diseases such as pneumonia, asthma, COPD, and more. Equipped with advanced bronchoscopy and thoracoscopy facilities, we provide cutting-edge care to our patients.
National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers (NABH) is a constituent board of Quality Council of India, set up to establish and operate accreditation programme for healthcare organisations.the board is structured to cater to much desired needs of the consumers and to set benchmarks for progress of health industry. The board while being supported by all stakeholders including industry, consumers, government, have full functional autonomy in its operation.
Mission
Patient-centered care with the latest treatment modalities and scientific approach on par with global standards, effectively contributing to ongoing clinical research in pulmonology.
Vision
To provide complete lung health
GHCCD is affiliated with Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences, the Directorate of Medical Education, and Andhra Medical College. It serves as an exclusive postgraduate teaching institute for pulmonology, offering advanced training and research opportunities.
Location
The hospital spans 10.5 acres in Pedda Waltair, Visakhapatnam
Beds
A total of 288 beds, including specialized wards for lung cancer, MDR TB, and an advanced Respiratory Intensive Care Unit (RICU) with 16 beds.
Facilities
The hospital is equipped with a 10 KL Liquid Oxygen tank, modular operation theatre, central lab, and modern diagnostic tools like DLCO, polysomnography, and PFT.
Recent Upgrades
Installation of 37 CCTV cameras, establishment of a modern kitchen, and implementation of E-Hospital software under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission.
GHCCD offers a comprehensive range of services in pulmonology, including treatment for:
The hospital also has specialty clinics for:
The hospital’s leadership includes highly qualified professionals such as Dr. R. Sunil Kumar, Director of Pulmonary & Critical Care Division, and other specialists who oversee various divisions like Thoracic Surgery, Interventional Pulmonology, and Lung Transplantation.
GHCCD is actively involved in research, with numerous publications in national and international journals. The hospital offers courses such as MD in Respiratory Medicine and DM in Pulmonary Medicine, with a focus on clinical research and advanced medical training.
Highlight the hospital’s significant achievements, including NABH accreditation, expansion of postgraduate seats, and successful implementation of modern medical technologies.
