Our expertise
Our expertise
General Surgery: Appendectomy, Hernia with mesh repair, cholecystectomy, Piles & Fissure surgeries, Thyroidectomy, Varicose vein and cellulitis treatment, Skin grafting, Mastectomy, Amputation surgeries, diabetic foot management, circumcision and other excision procedures.
Gynecological surgeries: Cesarean section, Hysterectomy (abdominal and vaginal), cystectomy, surgeries for endometriosis, recannulation surgeries.
Orthopedic surgeries: Joint replacement surgeries (Knee and Hip), minimally invasive arthroscopy, interlocking and nailing, correction of fractures and dislocation (PFN, ORIF), Meniscusectomy, rotator cuff repair, ACL reconstruction, Tendon and Ligament repair and other minor surgeries.
ENT: We have a well-qualified ENT surgeon specialized in managing all ENT related problems of the patients. We perform nasal endoscopic surgeries, FESS, Septoplasty, Adenoidectomy, Tonsillectomy and other minor procedures like endoscopic foreign body removal, biopsy sample collection, diagnostic endoscopic procedures etc.
Laparoscopic surgery: Laparoscopic surgery facility is available for general, gynecological and orthopedic units like Appendectomy, Hernia with mesh repair, cholecystectomy, Arthroscopy, LAVH, Ovarian cystectomy, Myomectomy, Hysteroscopy and diagnostic procedures.
Anesthesiology: We have a dedicated team of experienced doctors providing various forms of anesthesia as per the type of surgery. We possess latest anesthesia work stations, high tech moni tors, USG machines etc.
Healing Hands, Caring Hearts
Medical Superintendent - Dr.Tony Mathew MBBS, MS, FMAS
| A young vibrant surgeon, joined the IHM family in 2020. He completed his MBBS from Government Medical College Trivandrum (2011), MS from Government Medical College Madurai (2015) and FMAS from world Laparoscopy Hospital Delhi (2018). Dr.Tony has more than 10 years of experience as general surgeon and he is well versed in all open surgeries both major and minor, diabetic foot care, proctology, Breast surgeries, amputations, hernia surgeries, management of renal and arterial disorders, Thyroid disorders, Trauma care and emergency management. He is expert in all laparoscopic surgeries too. |
Department of Emergency Medicine
Dr.Pushparani Mathew MBBS
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A senior CMO (Casualty Medical Officer) rendering her service since more than 30 years. She did her MBBS from Calicut medical college. |
Dr. Renjith George Raju Kallada MBBS
| Dr. Renjith George Raju Kallada MBBS, popularly known as Dr. Jijo Casualty Medical Officer Dr. Renjith George Raju is a dedicated and compassionate medical professional with experience in emergency and acute patient care. He completed his MBBS from Cagayan State University. He is skilled in clinical assessment, diagnosis, and the management of patients in fast paced emergency settings, delivering safe and patient centered care. He is the Founder of Chargeleon Global Medical Mission, actively leading medical outreach programs in the Philippines, tribal regions of North India, Gavi in Kerala, and parts of Africa. With a deep passion for medical missions, he is committed to serving underserved communities and improving access to healthcare where it is needed most. He is also a Member of the American Academy of Neurology (AAN), reflecting his interest in neurological sciences. A young and energetic Casualty Medical Officer (CMO) who efficiently manages emergency medical conditions. He completed his MBBS from Government Medical College, Trivandrum, in 2020 |
Department of General Medicine
Dr.K.V Joseph MBBS (General Medicine)
| A doctor who continues to serve this institution more than half a century, from December 1968 till date. Dr.Joseph completed his MBBS from Kasturba Medical College Mangalore 1967 and diploma in anesthesiology from Holy Family Hospital Delhi 1975. He started his service as a junior medical officer and then as anesthetist and RMO.His commitment and interest enabled him to be well versed in all areas of his profession. The long years of compassionate care and service made him as the friend and trustworthy doctor for thousands of patients. |
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A physician and diabetologist who knows and remembers his patients by name, their family background and medical history. He completed his MBBS from MR Medical College Gulbarga, |
Gulberga, Karnataka 1989 and MD from JJM Medical College, Karnataka 1995. He has worked in many hospitals in Kerala and abroad as consultant physician, chief physician consultant internist etc.
Dr.Mercy Joseph MBBS, MD (General Medicine)
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In the last five years Dr.Mercy is serving the patients with dedication, compassion and deep interest in her patients. She was a brilliant student completed her MBBS and MD in general medicine from Medical College Kottayam. Her area of interest is treating patients with diabetes and hypertension.
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Dr.Sachin Manuel MBBS, MD (General Medicine)
An expert physician from the new generation, is part of IHM health care family from January 2024. He completed his MBBS from Medical College Kottayam and MD from Medical College Vandanam, Alappuzha.
Department of General Surgery
Dr.Charles Kujur MBBS, MS
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Came from a far-off state Jharkhand, became a Keralite by embracing the culture, language and food habits of this southern Kerala. He did his MBBS in St.John’s Medical College Bangalore Bangalore |
Department of Orthopedics
Dr.Sam Skariah MBBS, MS (ORTHO)
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A compassionate highly skilled orthopedic surgeon with more than 20 yrs of experience specialized in joint replacements (knee and hip), trauma management with minimally invasive surgery. His dedication to restoring mobility and improving quality of
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life has earned him a trusted reputation in orthopedic care. Dr.Sam has earned an MBBS degree from SSMC (Sri Siddhartha Medical College) Tumkur, Karnataka and MS from CMC Ludhiana. Following this he has worked in several hospitals including quaternary care multispecialty hospitals. He has treated several multiple injury patients and be part of a team managing advanced orthopedic care.
Areas of expertise
- Joint replacement surgeries
- Arthroscopic and minimally invasive procedures.
- Sports medicine and injury treatment
- Management of geriatric trauma
- Management of chronic lower back and knee disorders
- Intra-articular and intra-lesional injection for faster relief
Why choose Dr.Sam
- He has years of orthopedic surgical experience with many successful procedures.
- He has patient centered approach with personalized treatment plans.
- Advanced techniques for faster recovery and better outcomes.
- Compassionate care from diagnosis through recovery.
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
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Dr.Anjaly is a very pleasant, active, gentle and committed gynecologist who knows each of her patient personally and she is known
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33 years of service in various medical colleges in Kerala. Former professor and HOD- Medical College Kottayam. She has joined IHM health care family in 2024 as the HOD of the department. She has |
Department of Anesthesiology
Dr.Revish Kujur MBBS
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A skilled anesthesiologist joined IHM hospital anesthesia department in 2021. He completed his MBBS from St. John’s Medical College Bangalore and diploma in anesthesiology from Government Medical College Trivandrum. He has work experience |
Dr.Annie Jose MBBS, MD
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A well experienced anesthesiologist working in IHM Hospital Marygiri since more than 30 years. She did her MBBS from Kerala university (1980) and MD in anesthesiology from Gujarat university (1988).
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Department of Pediatrics
Dr.Bridget Kolath MBBS, DCH, MSC
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She is one of the first batch MBBS student in St.John’s Medical College Bangalore and she did her Post graduation from England. Except few years break in between serving in MMT hospital mundakk |
Mundakkayam, from 1972 onwards she is part of IHMH family taking care of lakhs of children including thousands of new born babies. She has intimate relationship with each and every one of her patients and families. There is keen interest and holistic approach to prevent illness, promote health and heal sickness. Her long years of experience and vast knowledge is helping the kids and their families who seek treatment from her.
Dr.Rakhi Lynn Cherian MBBS, MD
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She completed her MBBS degree and MD in Pediatrics from CMC Ludhiana. From 2021 onwards she is part of IHM Hospital Marygiri.
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Dr. Amalu George MBBS, MD
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Dr.Amalu George is an alumnus of Madurai Medical College Tamilnadu, where she completed her MBBS in 2018 and she attained her post-graduation in Pediatrics from Gandhi Medical College Bhopal – Madhyapradesh.
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Dr.Amalu’s core expertise is in pediatric immunization, developmental pediatrics, and pediatric pulmonology and allergies. She worked as senior Resident at St.Gregorios hospital, Parumala in the year 2022-2023. She is a member of Indian Medical Association (IMA) and Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP).
She has published an article “Screening of behavioral problems in children using child behavior checklist”
Dr. Geethu Maria Sebastian DCH, DNB
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Dr. Geethu Maria Sebastian is a skilled paediatrician specializing in child health, neonatology, and emergency care. She holds an MBBS from Father Muller Medical College, |
College, Mangalore, a Diploma in Child Health (DCH) from Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, and a Diplomate of National Board (DNB) in Paediatrics from Diplomate of National Board (DNB) in Paediatrics from Aster Medicity, Kochi. She has also completed the IAP Certificate Course in Paediatric Emergency Medicine.
Professional Experience
She has worked as a Junior Consultant in Paediatrics and Neonatology at Lakshmi Hospital from
August 2020 to December 2021. She later worked as Registrar in Paediatrics and Neonatology at Marsleeva Medicity, Pala, from October 2024 to December 2025.
Her areas of interest include neonatal care, growth and development, allergic disorders and paediatric infectious diseases.
Department of Psychiatry
Dr.Bobby Thomas Kokkatt MBBS, MD (GP), DPM, FCAMS
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Dr. Bobby completed his MBBS from JSS Medical college Mysore University, followed by a Diploma in Psychological |
Medicine (DPM) from Christian Medical College, Vellore. Also he obtained his MD (General Practice) from Tribhuvan University and a Fellowship from the Christian Academy of Medical Sciences.
He began his professional career as a Junior Consultant Psychiatrist at Christian Fellowship Hospital, Oddanchatram, Tamil Nadu, where he worked from 2007 to 2009. Since 2009, he has been serving as a Consultant Psychiatrist at Mandiram Hospital, Manganam, Kottayam, with extensive clinical experience in psychiatric care. His primary areas of interest include Geriatric Psychiatry and Psychiatric Rehabilitation.
Dr. Joan Chunkapura M.A, PHD
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Dr. Joan Chunkappura, MMS is a respected clinical psychologist and mental health expert who works in and around |
around IHM Hospital,Marygiri Bharananganam. She holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology (from Delhi University), and Diploma in Chemical Dependency Counselling from Hazelton, Minnesota, USA with advanced training in addiction treatment, family therapy, and psychotherapy. She is widely known for her work in addiction counselling, rehabilitation, mental health awareness and psycho-spiritual support. She has helped set up de-addiction and rehabilitation centres in Kerala, conducts seminars and talks on mental health, and writes on counselling, family therapy, addiction topics and current issues in magazines and newspapers.
She serves as a psychologist at IHM Hospital, Marygiri, every Wednesday, supporting the Memory Clinic as a mental health professional. She offers counselling and integrative support services, focusing on holistic healing and overall psychological wellbeing.
Department of ENT
Dr.Deepak C Mohan MBBS, DLO
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Dr.Deepak completed his MBBS from Dr.MGR Medical University, Chennai (2002) and PG from Rajiv Gandhi University of health sciences Bangalore (2010). He is expert in routine ENT surgeries, major and minor ENT procedures, manage
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management of ENT emergencies, management of routine ENT ailments on an outpatient/in patient basis.
Department of Ultra Sound Scanning
Dr.Thomas Vavanikunnel MBBS, MD (SONOLOGIST)
Department of Dietician & nutrition
Christy Kurian: - Consultant
Dietician & Nutritionist
Dt. Christy Kurian is a Registered Dietician with more than 6 years of Experience in Nutrition counselling and diseases management. She has a passion for helping people manage chronic disease changes.
Area of Expertise
Clinical Nutrition
Diabetic and cardiac care nutrition
Management of lifestyle diseases
Weight management
Renal Nutrition
Critical Care Nutrition (Parenteral and enteral tube feeding)
Nutrition in oncology
Bariatric Nutrition
Paediatric Nutrition
Nutrition in inflammatory bowel diseases and food intolerance such as celiac disease.
Total Parenteral Nutrition
Nutrition for dysphagia (swallowing problems)
Nutrition in pregnancy and lactation
Achievements
HCPC UK
Professional Qualification
MSc (Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics)
BSc (Clinical Nutrition & Dietetic)
(Critical Care Nutrition)
Registered Dietician
(HCPC)
Department of Alternative Therapy
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She completed a basic course in Acupuncture, which included a six-semester program in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theory and practical training, and obtained a certificate from the Centre of Integral |
Integral Education, Academia Guayi of Acupuncture. She also completed a two-year postgraduate course in Traditional Chinese Medicine from 2009 to 2011, earning a diploma from the School of Lingtao, Barquisimeto, Venezuela. Since 2012, she has been associated with IHM Hospital, Marygiri.
Outsource Department
Department of Dental
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The Dental Department at IHM Hospital, Marygiri is led by the eminent endodontist Prof. Dr. Aby Kuruvilla Kokkatt, BDS |
Currently, Prof. Dr. Aby Kuruvilla Kokkatt serves as the Head of the Department at Al Azhar Dental College, Thodupuzha, and Chief Endodontist at IHM Hospital, Marygiri, and a Senior Consultant Endodontist at multiple reputed clinics across Kerala. His vast experience and expertise significantly enhance the quality of specialized endodontic and restorative dental services offered at the institution.
His better half Dr. Nimmi Aby Kokkatt, BDS, who serves as the Chief Dental Surgeon at IHM Hospital, Marygiri. Her dedication to patient-centred care and clinical proficiency plays a vital role in delivering comprehensive dental services.
Prof. Dr. Aby Kuruvilla Kokkatt is also an active researcher and author, with numerous publications in national and international specialty journals, reflecting his strong academic background and contribution to advancing dental science.
His notable publications include:
- A comparative evaluation of smear layer removal using EDTA, etidronic acid, and maleic acid as root canal irrigants (Journal of Conservative Dentistry, 2015)
- Studies on the internal adaptation of various lining materials under composite restorations (Journal of International Oral Health, 2017)
- A comparative evaluation of radiovisiography and ultrasound real-time imaging in the differential diagnosis of periapical lesions (BUJOD, 2014)
- Therapeutic Ultrasound – A New Innovative Therapy in Dentistry (Journal of Medical and Pharmaceutical Research, 2018)
- Probiotics: A Novel Approach in Dentistry (IDA Malanad Journal, 2019)
- PRF – Foundation of Youth in Our Body (IDA Malanad Journal, 2019)
- Effect of Three Different Smear Layer Removal Agents on the Push-Out Bond Strength of an Endodontic Sealer: An In Vitro Study (Journal of Research in Advanced Dentistry, 2022)
Under their leadership, the Dental Department at IHM Hospital, Marygiri upholds the highest standards of clinical care, academic excellence, and compassionate service, ensuring optimal oral health outcomes for all patients.
Panel of Doctors
Core Dental Team
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Dr. Aby Kuruvilla Kokkatt, MDS
Endodontist
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Dr. Nimmi Aby Kokkatt, BDS
Chief Dental
Surgeon
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Dr. Betsy George, BDS
Senior Dental
Surgeon
Visiting Specialists
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Dr. Kishore George, MDS
Oral and
Maxillofacial Surgeon
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Dr. Rini George, MDS
Oral and
Maxillofacial Surgeon
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Dr. Brijesh S, MDS
Orthodontist
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Dr. Renu Ann Mathew, MDS
Pedodontist
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Dr. Anu Mathew, MDS
Periodontist
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Dr. Sreeja Nair, MDS
Prosthodontist
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Dr. Ajay Soman, MDS
Prosthodontist
and Implantologist
Department of Ayurveda
Dr. Maria C Thomas (BAMS)
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Dr. Maria C Thomas serves as the Chief Physician of the Ayurveda Department at IHM Hospital, Marygiri. She is a graduate |
With a strong foundation in classical Ayurveda and integrative healthcare, she is committed to delivering holistic and patient-centered Ayurvedic treatment.
Visiting consultants
Department of Dermatology
Dr.Peter Mathew MBBS, DVD, FAGE
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He completed his MBBS from AIMS in 1993 and obtained DVD from Father Muller Institute of Medical Education and Research (FMIMER), Mangalore, in 1997. With over 28 years of experience as a |
Department Of Neurology
Dr.Biju K Alexander MBBS, MD, DM (Consultant
neuro physician)
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He completed his MBBS from Thanjavur govt Medical College,Tamilnadu in 2010, MD , general medicine from M.K.C.G |
M.K.C.G Govt Medical college,Berhampur,Odisha in 2015 and DM Neurology from Institute of Neurology, Madras medical college, Chennai, Tamilnadu in 2019.
His personal interest are in Headache, stroke, Neuropathy and movement disorder. He is our visiting consultant Neurologist since 2019. OPD are on Monday and Friday 3:00 pm to 4:00pm
Department Of Cardiology
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Dr. Johny is a senior cardiologist with over 30 years of experience spanning Interventional Cardiology, Echocardiography
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Echocardiography, cardiac research, community education, and professional training in cardiac sciences.He holds MBBS, MD, and DM (Cardiology) qualifications and has received advanced training in Interventional Cardiology at leading institutions in India and Echocardiography at Aachen University, Germany.
His contributions extend to lifestyle disease prevention, fitness promotion initiatives, and innovative home-based cardiac rehabilitation programs, earning him recognition as a lead faculty by the Cardiological Society of India, Kerala Chapter.
Department Of Nephrology
Dr.Jithu Kurian MBBS, MD, DM (SGPI), DNB
He completed his MBBS and MD in General Medicine from St. John’s Medical College, Bangalore, in 2010 and 2015 respectively, and obtained his DM in Nephrology from the Sanjay Gandhi Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Lucknow, in 2019. He subsequently worked at Sanjay Gandhi Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Lucknow, for a period of three years, gaining extensive clinical and academic experience in nephrology.