The first Medical College was established in Kolkata, erstwhile Calcutta, on 28th January, 1835 by the then British Government, ruling India. Gradually Kolkata have more medical colleges. All these kolkata medical colleges not only provide education on medical sciences but also serve the people of Kolkata as hospitals.

 

Kolkata hospitals are well equipped with modern gadget of Diagnostic and Investigation services. The doctors attend  huge number of patients per day in the Outdoor Patient Department. There are indoor services for admitting patients too. Those who need 24 hours attendance and are considered to be serious or to undergo surgery, are admitted here.

There are many Government  hospitals in Kolkata. These hospitals are well equipped in modern day medical treatment technologies. Various types of health services are provided from different departments of these hospitals at moderate charges.