Ellen Thoburn Cowen Memorial Hospital of Kolar

Ellen Thoburn Cowen Memorial Hospital of Kolar, established in 1885, is a historic healthcare institution located in Kolar, Karnataka, India. This Private hospital has been serving the community for over 138 years, making it one of the oldest medical facilities in the region. The institution operates under the management of the Methodist Church and is recognized by the Government of Karnataka. Ellen Thoburn Cowen Memorial Hospital of Kolar primarily functions as a secondary care hospital providing medical services across various specialties including general medicine, surgery, obstetrics, gynaecology, paediatrics, and outpatient services. The hospital is equipped with modern medical facilities and continues its mission of providing affordable and accessible healthcare to the local population and surrounding districts. While primarily a service-oriented healthcare facility, Ellen Thoburn Cowen Memorial Hospital of Kolar also provides clinical training opportunities for nursing students and medical interns through affiliated programmes with recognized medical and nursing institutions. The hospital's admission for healthcare services is done through outpatient department consultations and emergency admissions, while training programmes may have specific eligibility criteria set by affiliated educational institutions.