A Model Institution in Public Health and Medical Education
The Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) Medical College and Hospital, located at Sanath Nagar, Hyderabad, is fast emerging as a national symbol of excellence in public healthcare and medical education. Backed by the Ministry of Labour and Employment, this facility represents the transformative journey India has witnessed in the last eleven years under the Modi Government.
Spread over 21 acres, with another 11 acres for future expansion, this vibrant campus offers affordable, advanced, and compassionate care to over 72.6 lakh insured persons (IPs) and their families.
World-Class Infrastructure, Patient-Centric Approach
The hospital boasts an impressive 1,044 total beds, including:
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159 ICU beds
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45 dialysis beds
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10 modular operation theatres
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5 advanced OT suites
With an average of 3,200+ OPD patients and 200+ daily admissions, it is among the busiest healthcare hubs in the ESIC network.
Recognized as the Best Performing ESIC Hospital (for hospitals with over 500 beds) since 2019, it holds NABH, NABL Entry Level, and ISO certifications, underlining its commitment to global quality standards.
High-End Super Specialty Services
Sanath Nagar offers a full spectrum of super-specialty services:
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Cardiology & CTVS: Complex surgeries like TAVR, CABG, and electrophysiology interventions.
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Nephrology & Urology: 24×7 dialysis and kidney transplants (live and cadaveric).
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Neurosciences: Advanced procedures including awake craniotomy and stereotactic biopsies.
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Oncology: Comprehensive cancer care, supported by immuno-histochemistry and molecular diagnostics.
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Plastic, Pediatric & Reconstructive Surgeries: Outcomes better than national mortality averages.
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Rehabilitation: Fully-equipped Cardiac and Neuro-rehab units ensuring thorough post-surgical recovery.
Digital Transformation in Diagnostics and Services
The hospital has integrated PACS, Laboratory Information Systems, and the Dhanwantri EHR platform. These IT tools enable paperless, real-time diagnostics with a wide range of testing facilities, such as:
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PCR & Biochemistry
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Immuno-Histochemistry
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Molecular biology-based cancer diagnostics
In public service innovation, the hospital leads with:
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Home drug delivery
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Home sample collection
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Online consultations via AAA+ App
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5G-enabled emergency ambulances
Commitment to Quality and Governance
Sanath Nagar’s administration enforces strict Standard Operating Procedures (SoPs) covering:
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Infection control
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Patient identification
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Medication safety
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Fall prevention protocols
Quality is sustained through regular training, grievance redressal, and continuous improvement strategies.
Medical Education with Vision and Depth
The medical college fosters future leaders with:
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125 MBBS students,
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83 MD/MS,
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15 MCh, 12 DrNB,
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72 paramedical, and 25 AFIH trainees per batch.
Educational infrastructure includes:
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Digital libraries and skill labs
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Simulation-based training
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Lectures by reputed medical professionals
Built on four pillars—Learning and Teaching, Societal Engagement, Research & Knowledge Transfer, and Leadership with Governance—the institution is shaping the next generation of healthcare professionals.
Looking Ahead: A True Centre of Excellence
With expansion plans already underway, ESIC Sanath Nagar is not just a hospital or a college—it’s a national role model. From state-of-the-art medical care to holistic education, it represents the Government’s vision of inclusive growth and social protection for India’s working population.
