Abhayam palliative care providing free medical treatment to cancer pat...
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Overview This department consisting of 2 doctors, provides inpatient, outpatient as well as home care for patients who live in a 5 Kilometer radius of the hospital. Nurses are trained in providing advanced symptom relief for patients. The department gets the support of social work department and also helped by a group of trained volunteers who provide support to patients. The goal of the department is to provide holistic care for patients with cancer predominantly. Inpatient care is provided in the ward with 24 beds, shared with the Radiation Oncology Department. Besides inpatient care, this department also provides specialist advice for patients admitted under other specialities. Depending on their needs, the patients are shifted to the ward or they are managed on other wards.
Abhayam palliative care
Regular engaged OPD with expert consultant
Observation Room
corridor of Abhayam palliative care
Staff go for home care
from Monday to Saturday.
6 Bedded general ward, private hospital rooms
Abhayam palliative care providing free medical treatment to cancer patients [rupees 1500 free medicines per patient per day]
Private hospital room including deluxe and normal rooms.
Daily doctor rounds morning and evening for patient monitoring.
within a 5 km radius of the hospital weekly.
Trained nurses in cancer care.
Spiritual counsellors providing psychosocial counselling.
Social workers aid the patient family.
Portable syringe driver for continuous s/c administration of drugs.
Emergency admission services 24 hrs linked with the emergency department.
Cross-consultation facility with all speciality and super speciality departments.
Interventional pain clinic providing nerve blocks linked with the anaesthesia department.
In needed cases.
covered under medisep[ Kerala govt], and most of the private insurance providers
Provides free medical treatment to cancer patients [Rupees 1500 free medicines per patient, per day], 6-bedded general ward
Pharmacy is equipped with a range of opioid drug from Codeine, Buprenorphine, Morphine and Fentanyl as well as drugs such as Midazolam, which is widely used internationally in palliative care settings
Palliative medicine focuses on improving comfort, symptom relief, and quality of life for patients living with serious or long-term medical conditions. At Amala, palliative care supports patients and families through pain management, symptom control, emotional support, and coordinated care designed around individual needs.
Palliative care may be helpful at different stages of treatment—not only during end-of-life care. Patients experiencing cancer-related symptoms, chronic pain, treatment side effects, or complex medical conditions may benefit from supportive care focused on comfort and well-being.
Amala provides inpatient, outpatient, and home-based palliative support depending on patient needs. Care may include specialist consultation, symptom relief, pain management, psychosocial support, family guidance, and coordinated follow-up designed to improve patient comfort and quality of life.
Yes, the department supports advanced pain and symptom management through specialist evaluation, supportive medications, continuous monitoring, and coordinated care. Services may also include interventional pain support and individualized symptom management approaches when appropriate.
Yes, Amala provides home care support for eligible patients within the department’s service area to help continue care in a more familiar and comfortable environment. Home visits focus on symptom management, treatment guidance, and ongoing patient support.
Yes, palliative care at Amala includes support beyond medical treatment. Patients and families may receive guidance through trained nurses, psychosocial counseling, social work support, and coordinated care focused on improving overall well-being.
Amala combines specialist-led palliative care, pain management support, home care services, and coordinated oncology support to help patients receive compassionate and holistic care. For families exploring supportive treatment options in Thrissur, Amala focuses on improving comfort, dignity, and quality of life throughout the care journey.
