Media Release

Mangaluru, Apr 30: KMC Hospital, Attavar, a premier healthcare institution under the Manipal Group, has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first medical college hospital in India to be certified as an IMA AMR Smart Hospital by the Indian Medical Association (IMA). This prestigious recognition highlights the hospital’s leadership in implementing advanced Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) stewardship practices aligned with international standards.

The certification, issued on April 25 by the IMA headquarters in New Delhi, is valid for two years and reinforces KMC Hospital’s dedication to promoting responsible antibiotic usage and strengthening patient safety initiatives.

Speaking on this proud occasion, Dr Chakrapani, medical superintendent of KMC Hospital Attavar said, "This is a landmark achievement for KMC Attavar. Being the first medical college hospital in the country to receive the IMA AMR Smart Hospital certification is a testament to our unwavering commitment to quality healthcare and patient safety. Over the years, we have consistently pursued excellence, as reflected in our NABH accreditation standards, nursing excellence and ISO 9001:2015 certification for quality management systems.

This new recognition further validates our efforts to combat global health threats like antimicrobial resistance through strict stewardship and clinical excellence. Our team remains deeply committed to advancing innovations that benefit both individual patient care and broader public health outcomes."

KMC Hospital continues to set national benchmarks in clinical excellence, quality assurance, and community health responsibility, reaffirming its position as a leader in India's healthcare landscape.