Walk-in laboratory and sample collection services inaugurated at Kasturba Hospital
Manipal, Nov 26, 2021: Kasturba Medical College and Hospital started the most useful walk-in laboratory and sample collection services in Manipal.
Udupi District Health Officers Dr. Nagabhushan Udupa H inaugurated the new service.
“This new service will greatly benefit the patients and the public. Manipal has always been at the forefront of providing such community benefit services,” Dr. Udupa said.
Manjunath, Udupi City Municipal Council Councillor congratulated the hospital for introducing the facility.
“Now people need not have to walk into the hospital to get the lab tests done as the lab is conveniently located close to the Manipal bus stand,” Dr. Sharat Kumar Rao, Dean KMC said.
Dr. Avinash Shetty Medical Superintendent said that people need not stand in the queue for a long time to get lab services.
“People will get test reports digitally. Doctor Prescription not required for common lab tests and Referral doctors prescribed tests are accepted here,” he said.
Dr. CG Muthana, Chief Operating Officer, Dr. G Arun Maiya, Dean, Manipal College of Health Professions, Dr. Krishnananda Prabhu, Associate Dean, KMC, Dr. Padmaraj Hegde Deputy Medical Superintendent, Dr. Ravindra Maradi-Director, Kasturba Hospital Laboratory Services, Dr. Varashree B S, Head, Department of Bio-Chemistry, Dr. Sarita Kamath, Head, Lab Technology were present.
The Walk-In-Lab Laboratory will operate from 6 am to 7 pm at Basement, Department of Bio-Chemistry Tiger Circle, Manipal. For more information and inquiries contact PH: 0820- 2923308
