Government General Hospital, Kakinada, East Godavari

Government General Hospital, Kakinada, East Godavari, established in 1864, is one of the oldest and most prestigious healthcare institutions in Andhra Pradesh. Located in the coastal city of Kakinada in the East Godavari district, this public healthcare facility has been serving the community for over 159 years. The hospital operates under the Department of Health, Medical and Family Welfare, Government of Andhra Pradesh, and functions as a teaching hospital affiliated with Rangaraya Medical College. Government General Hospital, Kakinada, East Godavari is recognized by the Medical Council of India (MCI) and accredited by the National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers (NABH). The institution offers comprehensive medical services across multiple specialities including General Medicine, General Surgery, Orthopaedics, Paediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Ophthalmology, ENT, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Anaesthesiology, Radiology, and Pathology. The hospital also serves as a clinical training ground for undergraduate MBBS students and postgraduate medical students pursuing MD and MS degrees through Rangaraya Medical College. The hospital provides emergency services 24/7, outpatient services, inpatient facilities, diagnostic services, and specialized treatment programmes. With a bed capacity of over 1,000 beds, Government General Hospital, Kakinada, East Godavari caters to a large patient population from Kakinada and surrounding districts. The institution is committed to providing quality healthcare services to all sections of society, with special emphasis on affordable treatment for economically disadvantaged populations. The hospital also participates in various government health schemes including Aarogyasri, ensuring accessible healthcare for all citizens.