Institutional Overview

Gauhati Medical College & Hospital (GMCH), established on 20th September 1960, is the second medical college in Assam. The decision to start this institution was taken in 1959 by the then Assam Government led by Chief Minister Mr. B.P. Chaliha. The current permanent campus of the college, located at Narakasur Hilltop, Bhangagarh, was inaugurated in 1968. The hospital was shifted to the present location1980, with all departments functional by 1984.

Over more than six decades, GMCH has become a premier hub for medical education, healthcare, and research in Northeast India.

Vision

To be a leader in medical education, healthcare delivery, and research, serving society with excellence, compassion, and innovation.

Mission

  • To impart quality medical education at undergraduate, postgraduate, and super-specialty levels.
  • To provide comprehensive and affordable healthcare services to the people of Assam and neighbouring states.
  • To encourage innovation and research in the field of medical sciences.
  • To train and nurture professionals in allied health sciences, nursing, and paramedics.

Leadership

  • Principal cum Chief Superintendent: Prof. (Dr.) Achyut Chandra Baishya, MBBS, DGO, MD
  • Superintendent: Dr. Abhijit Sarma, MBBS, MS

Academic Profile

  • Undergraduate Intake (MBBS): 200 students per year (Started with 100 students; 1st batch recognized in 1966)

  • Postgraduate Intake (MD/MS): 210 students per year (Courses started in 1969)

  • Super-specialty Intake (DM/MCh): 37 students per year (Started in 2008-09)

  • Number of Departments: 35

  • Super-specialty Departments: 12

Training Offered:

  • Undergraduate and Postgraduate programs in 35 disciplines

  • Super-specialty training in 12 fields

  • Nursing (GNM, B.Sc, M.Sc)

  • Paramedical and Allied Health Sciences

  • Medical Research Unit (MRU) conducts specialized training and promotes clinical research

  • GMCH is also associated with a College of Nursing offering B.Sc. and M.Sc. programs.

Hospital Services

  • Bed Capacity: 3169 beds

  • ICU Capacity: 453 ICU beds

Types of ICUs Available:

  • General ICU

  • Surgery ICU

  • Medicine ITU

  • Respiratory ICU

  • Burn ICU

  • Pediatric ICU

  • Neonatal ICU

  • Super-specialty ICUs

  • Daily OPD Attendance: Approximately 4000 patients

  • Emergency & Trauma Care: 24x7 Available

  • Annex Hospital: Pandu FRU (from 1st January 2022)

Specialty Clinics

  • Haemophilia Clinic

  • Leukaemia Clinic

  • Multiple Myeloma and Lymphoma Clinic

  • CML Clinic

  • Thalassaemia Clinic

  • Bone Marrow Transplant Clinic

  • Rare Disease OPD

  • Congenital Heart Disease Clinic

Research & Innovation

  • GMCH leads in medical research in Assam

  • Significant number of research publications annually

  • Active Medical Research Unit (MRU) supports faculty and student research

  • State-of-the-art research infrastructure across disciplines

Community & Outreach

  • GMCH caters to patients from across Assam and neighboring states

  • Regular health outreach programs, specialty camps, and awareness drives

  • Acts as a tertiary referral center for complex medical cases in Northeast India

Infrastructure

  • State-of-the-art hospital and academic buildings

  • Fully functional Super Specialty Hospital (SSH) with advanced equipment since 1st January 2021

  • Cardio-thoracic and Neuro-Science Center (C.N. Center) with 300 dedicated beds

  • State Cancer Institute (SCI), inaugurated on 17th February 2017, equipped with PET-CT, PET-MRI, and linear accelerators

  • Residential complexes, hostels, and modern lecture halls with digital display.

  • Digital libraries and E-learning facilities available for students and faculty

Legacy

GMCH has produced thousands of doctors, specialists, and health professionals who have significantly contributed to healthcare across India and abroad. Its alumni hold prestigious positions in medical institutions worldwide, embodying the institution’s excellence in medical education.

Upcoming Projects

  • Upcoming Mother & Child Health (MCH) Hospital to further enhance maternal and child care facilities

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