Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS), Bangalore

Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS), Bangalore: A Legacy of Excellence in Medical Education

Established in 1980 by the Vokkaligara Sangha, the Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS) is a prestigious medical institution affiliated with the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore, Karnataka.

A Foundation Built on Vision:

The Vokkaligara Sangha's decisive commitment in 1979 led to the establishment of KIMS in the academic year 1980-81. The foundation stone for the Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences and Hospital was laid on November 30th, 1980, by the Honourable Chief Minister of Karnataka, Shri R Gundu Rao, who also announced the allocation of land in Banashankari for the college building and hostels. Classes commenced on March 16th, 1981, a day now celebrated annually as KIMS Day. The institute marked its Silver Jubilee in 2006, and a magnificent college building at the Banashankari Campus commemorates the centenary of the Vokkaligara Sangha and the Silver Jubilee of KIMS.

Strategic Locations for Comprehensive Learning:

The Pre-clinical and Para-clinical departments are strategically located in Banashankari 2nd Stage, near the BDA complex. The Clinical Departments and the KIMS Hospital are situated 4 kilometers away at the KIMS Hospital on Krishna Rajendra Road, Visveswarapuram, ensuring comprehensive clinical exposure.

Globally Recognized Institution:

Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences holds prestigious recognitions from:

• General Medical Council, United Kingdom
• World Health Organization (WHO)
• The Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, London

Our Core Objectives:

• To provide medical students with comprehensive training to effectively manage individual and community health issues, aligning with their societal role and national health programs.
• To cultivate essential personal attributes for professional life, including integrity, responsibility, dependability, and empathy.
• To empower graduates to be leading partners in healthcare teams and to effectively mobilize resources during health crises.
• To develop strong communication skills and an appreciation for the social, psychological, cultural, economic, and environmental factors influencing health, fostering a humanistic approach to professional responsibilities.
• To instill a commitment to continuous self-learning and the pursuit of further expertise or research in chosen medical fields.

KIMS has been permanently recognized by the Medical Council of India (now NMC - National Medical Commission) for its MBBS course since 1980-81 and has been running recognized postgraduate degree/diploma courses since 1991-92, with approval from the Government of India.