A Humble Beginning, A Remarkable Journey
Bethany Medical Centre began as a modest outpatient clinic under the visionary leadership of Dr. K. Muralidar, MD, MNAMS. What started as a small initiative has now grown into a full-fledged referral hospital, trusted by thousands.
Through dedication, service, and continuous growth, we have expanded our facilities to meet the evolving healthcare needs of our community while maintaining our founding principle—compassionate care at affordable cost.
Our Mission
To provide affordable, high-quality, and holistic healthcare to the tribal and rural communities of Attapady and surrounding regions, irrespective of caste, creed, race, or religion. We are committed to delivering compassionate, ethical, and patient-centered medical care.
Our focus extends beyond treatment — we believe in prevention, education and community empowerment. Through outreach camps, awareness programs, and compassionate care, we strive to build healthier villages and stronger communities.
Our Vision
To create a healthier and empowered Attapady, where every individual - especially in tribal and rural communities — has access to compassionate, equitable, and quality healthcare. We envision a future where preventable diseases are reduced through education and awareness, communities are strengthened through holistic care, and healthcare serves as a beacon of hope, dignity, and transformation for all.
At Bethany Medical Centre, healthcare is not merely a service — it is a calling.
Our Medical Team
Dr. K. Muralidar
Founder Director
Dr. K. Muralidar received both his graduate and post graduate (M.D.) degrees from JIPMER Pondicherry. He also is a recipient of the MNAMS degree awarded by the National Board of Examinations, New Delhi.
He served as Registrar in Cardiology in JIPMER for 3 years, lecturer in Cardiology in Sree Chitra Thirunal Institute of Medical Services, Thiruvananthapuram for one year, and as head of the Dept. of Medicine and Cardiology at Bishop Benziger Hospital, a 400 bedded Multi Speciality hospital at Kollam from 1978 to 1989.
In 1990, hearing the call from the Lord, he moved to Anaikatty to start the present project – a holistic care for the poor tribal population living in and around Attapady and continues to lead this mission for over 35 years.
Dr. Aleyamma Muralidar
Graduated from Alappuzha Medical College in 1982, Dr. Aleyamma Muralidar worked as Junior Gynecologist at Benziger Hospital, Kollam from 1984 to 1989. She joined her husband Dr. Muralidar in founding Bethany Medical Centre in early 1990.
She completed the Family Medicine Course conducted by CMAI Vellore and obtained her FCAMS degree in 1994. She is presently in charge of the Dept. of Family Medicine and is one of the most sought after Obstetricians in the entire region.
