Medical Services

Advanced diagnostic, therapeutic, primary, and secondary care services for communities across India and beyond.

Overview

Medical Services

Christian Medical College Vellore offers a huge range of medical specialities, with advanced diagnostic and therapeutic services, alongside primary and secondary level care for local communities.

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Comprehensive care across clinical, diagnostic, emergency, and community health services — delivered with compassion and academic excellence.

13,000+ Staff

Across clinical, academic, and support roles

2,512 Doctors

Providing care, teaching, and research

4,600 Nurses

Dedicated to patient-centred nursing care

Multiple Clinical Specialities

From primary care to advanced sub-specialties

Clinical Excellence

Care Across Every Speciality

CMC has more than 13,000 staff, including 2,512 doctors and 4,600 nurses. Most medical professionals are involved in providing medical care while also contributing to teaching and research.

Almost every clinical speciality is catered for, and many departments are divided into focused units with specific expertise. For example, the Division of Surgery includes units specializing in Head and Neck Surgery, Endocrine Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Colorectal Surgery, and more.

CMC is particularly well known for departments such as Neurosciences, Gastroenterology, and Haematology, where it is recognized for treatment of rare blood disorders and bone marrow transplantation.

CMC also gives strong importance to specialties such as Rheumatology, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Developmental Paediatrics, and Palliative Care.

Ophthalmology and Psychiatry departments are located on different campuses, along with the Rehabilitation Institute.

Patient Guidance

Need help choosing the right department?

Our patient support team can guide you to the right service based on your medical need.