Guntur Medical College : A Journey of Growth and Vision
Established in 1947, Guntur Medical College stands as one of the most prestigious and enduring institutions in medical education. Over the decades, it has nurtured and produced thousands of accomplished doctors who have gone on to serve society with distinction, both nationally and internationally.
Today, Guntur Medical College is rewriting a new chapter in its illustrious history through a comprehensive infrastructure transformation. This modernization reflects a forward-looking vision, integrating advanced facilities, upgraded academic spaces, and state-of-the-art medical technology. The transformation represents a remarkable and commendable milestone in the institution’s continuous pursuit of excellence.
At the heart of this reinvention is the leadership of the present Principal, Dr. Sundara Chari, whose guidance and commitment have been instrumental in driving this change. His unwavering dedication to public service, combined with a deep sense of responsibility toward medical education and healthcare delivery, has brought renewed harmony and purpose to the institution. Under his leadership, Guntur Medical College has evolved into a modern center of learning while remaining firmly rooted in its legacy of service.
This journey of growth symbolizes not just infrastructural advancement, but also a renewed vision for academic excellence, clinical competence, and compassionate healthcare, ensuring that Guntur Medical College continues to shape future generations of medical professionals.
Guntur Medical College, Guntur (Serving the people of the south coastal districts of Andhra Pradesh)
Guntur Medical College is one of the premiere medical institutions in south India. It is located in the heart of city of Guntur, the knowledge hub of Andhra Pradesh. The institution, established in the Pre independent India, has come a long way since 1946, the year of its inception.
Guntur Medical College today not only offers undergraduate courses with an annual intake of 200 students but also various medical Specialities including non clinical, Para clinical and Clinical branches. The College is affiliated to the Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences and works in conjunction with Government General Hospital, a tertiary care hospital with 1170 beds, catering to the needs of people of Coastal districts of Andhra Pradesh. The institution is well known for the rich clinical material and the quality of research work.
Guntur Medical College is one of the few centres in the country to have satellite based training. The College library has 28,000 books and subscribes to more than 100 journals including access to another 100 E-Journals. A great asset to the institution is the ultra modern air conditioned auditorium, which was built with contributions from GMCANA. It has the latest audiovisual equipment and seating capacity for 900. A new super speciality complex Podila Prasad– GMCANA Super speciality and Trauma Centre, with state of the art facilities was completed in Government General Hospital to meet the ever increasing health needs of the Public.
