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Aster Medcity, Kochi
Aster Medcity Kochi, Kuttisahib Road, Near Kothad Bridge, South Chittoor, Cheranallur, Kochi, Kerala 682027
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How do I book an appointment at Aster Medcity Kochi?
You can plan an appointment at Aster Medcity Kochi through Medijourney, which coordinates specialist scheduling, video consultations, and pre-admission planning. The team helps match your case to the right cardiac, transplant, oncology, neurosciences, or super-specialty doctor and shares a confirmed slot, expected costs, and admission instructions before you travel.
What is the cost of a liver transplant at Aster Medcity Kochi?
A liver transplant at Aster Medcity Kochi typically costs between INR 22,00,000 and INR 30,00,000 (USD 26,400 to USD 36,000). The final price depends on donor type, length of ICU stay, post-operative complications, and immunosuppressant medication needs. Medijourney can share a detailed estimate based on your medical reports.
Is Aster Medcity Kochi accredited for international patients?
Yes. Aster Medcity Kochi is Kerala's first JCI-accredited quaternary care multi-specialty hospital and also holds NABH, NABH Nursing Excellence, NABL, and Bureau Veritas Green OT certifications. The hospital serves as a referral center for patients from the Persian Gulf region and has tie-ups with major global insurers.
What languages are available for international patients at Aster Medcity Kochi?
The hospital provides multilingual interpreter services in English, Malayalam, Hindi, and Tamil, with most clinical staff speaking these languages. Common request languages include Arabic, French, Russian, and several African languages, with strong patient support in the Gulf region given the Aster group's UAE roots. Medijourney can confirm specific language support before your arrival.
How far is Aster Medcity Kochi from Cochin International Airport?
Aster Medcity Kochi is located on Kuttisahib Road in Cheranallur, on the banks of the Kochi backwaters. The drive from Cochin International Airport takes approximately 35 to 40 minutes (around 25 km), depending on traffic. Edappally Railway Station is the nearest railway hub, about 15 minutes away by car.
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Aster Medcity Kochi, Kuttisahib Road, Near Kothad Bridge, South Chittoor, Cheranallur, Kochi, Kerala 682027 
Airport:
Cochin International Airport, approximately 35 to 40 minutes by car (around 25 km) 
Metro Station:
Edappally Railway Station, approximately 15 minutes by car (around 7 km)
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Aster Medcity, Kochi Specialized in
Aster Medcity Kochi's record reflects a decade of clinical pioneering in South India. Notable achievements include:
- Kerala's first JCI-accredited quaternary care multi-specialty hospital
- First hospital in Kerala to introduce Minimal Access Robotic Surgery using the Da Vinci system
- Asia Pacific's first complete digital integration system in operating theatres (Karl Storz OR1 Fusion)
- The third medical center in the world to perform a robotic transvaginal renal transplant
- Performed 5,000+ robotic-assisted surgeries under the MARS program
- Completed 1,000+ kidney and liver transplants
- One of the few hospitals in South India offering full-fledged ECMO support
- NABH Nursing Excellence and Bureau Veritas Green OT certification within the first year
- Inaugurated by former President of India A.P.J. Abdul Kalam in May 2015
- Won 6 awards at the AHPI Awards in 2020
- Operates a charitable arm through Aster Foundation for financially compromised patients
- Built 255 Aster Homes for flood-affected families in Kerala
The hospital's clinical team includes nationally and internationally trained specialists supported by senior nursing and paramedical staff.
- The cardiac sciences team includes senior interventional cardiologists, cardiothoracic surgeons, and electrophysiologists with experience in adult and pediatric, as well as structural heart procedures.
- A multidisciplinary transplant team of hepatologists, nephrologists, transplant surgeons, and intensivists handles kidney, liver, heart, and combined transplants.
- The neurosciences team covers stroke care, epilepsy monitoring, complex neurosurgery, and neuro-rehabilitation under the Global Center of Excellence in Neurosciences.
- The Aster International Institute of Oncology has dedicated medical, surgical, and radiation oncology consultants with sub-specialty leads.
- The Aster Minimal Access Robotic Surgery (MARS) team is staffed by certified Da Vinci surgeons across urology, oncology, gynecology, and transplant.
- Senior intensivists run the multi-specialty ICU, NICU, PICU, and ECMO units.
- Pediatric and neonatal teams handle complex congenital and high-risk cases under the Center of Excellence in Pediatrics.
- Heart-team rounds and tumor boards review every complex case before finalizing treatment plans.
The 800-bed campus is built on internationally benchmarked clinical infrastructure spanning 62,710 square meters. Highlights include:
- 40-acre waterfront campus designed by HKS Architects
- 700 inpatient beds and 100 daycare beds
- ORI Fusion Digital Integrated Operation Theatres using Karl Storz OR1 Fusion (Asia Pacific's first complete digital integration system)
- 12+ modular operating theatres with laminar airflow and HEPA filtration
- Da Vinci Xi Robotic Surgery System
- Hybrid cath lab (Flat panel Bi-plane Hybrid Cath Lab) and Allura Clarity cath lab
- 256-slice CT scanner
- 3 Tesla Digital MRI and wide-bore MRI for detailed scans
- Time of Flight (TOF) PET-CT
- Digital mammography, DEXA, and digital X-ray systems
- ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation) program for severe cardiac and respiratory failure
- Multi-modal image fusion, ultrasound, and 4D imaging
- Integrated clinical laboratory covering biochemistry, hematology, microbiology, BSL-3 tuberculosis, immunology, histopathology, neuropathology, and oncopathology
- Automated pharmacy for fast and accurate medication dispensing
- Fully digitalized anesthesia care station
- 24/7 emergency and accident trauma care facility
The hospital offers patient-facing services designed for long stays, transplant recovery, and international travel.
- Private rooms with en-suite bathrooms, twin-sharing, deluxe, and general ward categories
- 24x7 in-house pharmacy
- 24x7 blood bank
- Vegetarian, non-vegetarian, and special diet cafeteria with regional cuisines
- International patient lounge and dedicated coordinator desk
- Multilingual interpreter services
- Cashless billing with major Indian and international insurance providers, including Aetna, AXA, Allianz, International SOS, and Nextcare
- Wi-Fi-enabled campus
- 24/7 emergency department with cardiac, stroke, and trauma response
- In-house ambulance and air ambulance coordination support
- On-site radiology, pathology, and diagnostic services
- Childcare services for patients with young children
- Concierge services for non-medical needs
- Prayer rooms, meditation rooms, and family attendant lounges
- On-site ATMs and foreign currency exchange
- Tie-ups with nearby hotels and guest houses for extended family stays
- Home care services for chemotherapy and post-discharge recovery
- Gourmet food and dining options
- Patient education and counseling services for chronic conditions
- The Aster Minimal Access Robotic Surgery (MARS) program has successfully performed over 1,200 robotic-assisted surgeries by Transplant Surgeons, Urologists, and Gynecologists.
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