Believers Church Medical College Hospital Receives Humanitarian Service Award at Karuthal 2024

 Heading: Believers Church Medical College Hospital Receives Humanitarian Service Award at Karuthal 2024


Karuthal 2024, a special event organized by the Indian Red Cross Society, Thiruvalla, in collaboration with Joy Alukas, marked a significant celebration of World Red Cross Day. Amidst the festivities, Believers Church Medical College Hospital was honored with the prestigious Humanitarian Service Award for its exceptional care and support towards dialysis patients.

Ms. Safna Nasruddin, Thiruvalla Sub Collector, had the honor of presenting the award to Dr. Rajesh Joseph, HOD of Nephrology at BCMCH, who graciously accepted it on behalf of the hospital. This recognition underscores BCMCH's unwavering commitment to serving the community and providing compassionate care to those in need.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Indian Red Cross Society and Joy Alukas for this esteemed recognition. This award serves as a testament to the dedication and hard work of the entire team at BCMCH in delivering quality healthcare services and making a positive impact on the lives of dialysis patients.


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