VKM Hospital was opened in 1980 in Tripunithura.

Founded in 1980 by the visionary Dr. K. Bharathan, Vijaya Kumara Menon Hospital, 100 bedded Multi-Specialty hospital has achieved the prestigious NABH Accreditation, affirming its commitment to delivering healthcare services that meet national and international quality of standards. This accreditation reflects the hospital's dedication to patient safety, continuous quality improvement and adherence to robust protocols in all its operations.

Dr. K. Bharathan’s dedication to healthcare excellence laid the foundation for the hospital’s growth and success. As a multispecialty hospital with a focus on holistic care, Vijaya Kumara Menon Hospital offers comprehensive medical services, ranging from general medicine, surgery, orthopedics, and pediatrics to specialized fields such as cardiology, nephrology, and gynecology. Its modern facilities, advanced diagnostics, and skilled medical professionals, nurses and supportive staff work tirelessly to maintain high standards of clinical excellence, patient-centered approach, compassionate care and patient safety.

Over the years, Vijaya Kumara Menon Hospital has become a trusted name (Dr. Bharathan’s Hospital) in healthcare, expanded its services and infrastructure to keep pace with advancements in medicine and the growing needs of the community. It remains a symbol of trust and reliability, embodying Dr. K. Bharathan’s vision of making quality healthcare accessible to all.

Today, the hospital continues to honor its founder’s legacy by upholding high standards of clinical excellence, fostering innovation, and nurturing a compassionate approach to healing.

"At Vijaya Kumara Menon Hospital, we combine compassion with excellence to deliver healthcare that heals both the body and the soul."