Aster MIMS (Malabar Institute of Medical Sciences) is a multi-specialty tertiary care hospital located in Kozhikode (Calicut), Kerala, India. It is part of the Aster DM Healthcare group, a healthcare conglomerate with operations across India and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries.
| Type | Multi-specialty tertiary care hospital |
|---|---|
| Location | Kozhikode, Kerala, India |
| Parent organisation | Aster DM Healthcare |
| Full name | Malabar Institute of Medical Sciences |
| Country | India |
Background
The hospital was originally established as the Malabar Institute of Medical Sciences (MIMS), serving as a major referral centre for the Malabar region of northern Kerala. It later became part of Aster DM Healthcare, the group founded by Indian entrepreneur and physician Azad Moopen, and was rebranded under the Aster MIMS identity. The institution continues to be one of the prominent tertiary healthcare providers in the Kozhikode area.
Operations
As a tertiary care hospital, Aster MIMS provides services across a range of medical and surgical specialties. The hospital functions as part of the wider Aster network, which operates hospitals, clinics, and pharmacies across India and the Middle East.
Significance
Aster MIMS is regarded as one of the major private hospitals in northern Kerala, serving patients from across the Malabar region as well as adjoining districts. Its association with Aster DM Healthcare links it to a broader network of tertiary care facilities in South Asia and the Gulf region.
Related topics
- Aster DM Healthcare
- Azad Moopen
- Kozhikode
- Healthcare in Kerala
- List of hospitals in Kerala
- Malabar region
References
- Wikidata: Q6740744