Thiruvananthapuram |Aster Volunteers, the global CSR initiative of Aster DM Healthcare, in partnership with Shanthibhavan Palliative Hospital launched a new Mobile Medical Service unit aimed at serving the underserved rural populations in the region. Equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, this unit is designed to deliver essential medical and healthcare services directly to marginalized communities and population with limited access to healthcare in Thiruvananthapuram. This launch takes the total number of operational units across India to 48, reinforcing our commitment to expanding accessible and equitable healthcare for underserved communities.
Aster will also soon be launching Aster Capital Trivandrum, which will significantly elevate the availability of advanced, multi-specialty care in the region. While the mobile medical units and community initiatives focus on grassroot outreach and preventive healthcare, Aster Capital will serve as a comprehensive tertiary care hub, strengthening the overall healthcare ecosystem of Thiruvananthapuram. Together, these initiatives reflect Aster’s integrated approach combining community outreach with world-class clinical excellence to build a healthier, more resilient Kerala.
The Mobile Medical Unit was flagged off by Shri K. Rajan, Minister for Revenue and Housing in Thiruvananthapuram along with the presence of Dr. Nalanda Jayadev, CEO, Aster Medcity, Kochi and Fr. Joy Koothur, CEO of Shanthibhavan Palliative Care Hospitals. The unit features comprehensive amenities, including a patient waiting area and registration desk, vital data collection point, a basic mini lab with refrigerated storage, secure medicine storage and dispensing facilities, a consultation room for general practitioners, health education and awareness programs, and an expandable awning for outdoor shade.
Inaugurating the new mobile medical unit Shri. K. Rajan, Minister for Revenue and Housing said, "The joint initiative by Aster Volunteers and Shanthibhavan Palliative Hospital will be highly beneficial to the general public. I hope that this project will serve as a model for others to follow.”
Mr. T.J. Wilson, Executive Director, Aster DM Healthcare, said, "At Aster, our commitment has always been to make quality healthcare accessible to every individual, irrespective of geography or socio-economic barriers. The launch of this Mobile Medical Unit in partnership with Shanthibhavan Palliative Hospital reflects our continued effort to reach communities that often remain outside the formal healthcare ecosystem. Through Aster Volunteers, we aim to strengthen last-mile healthcare delivery by bringing essential medical services, preventive care, and health awareness directly to those who need it the most. This initiative is another step towards our larger vision of building a healthier and more equitable society."
Aster Volunteers Mobile Medical Services (AVMMS) is a pioneering CSR initiative dedicated to bridging healthcare accessibility gaps through free medical camps and disaster relief support in remote communities. Since its inception, AVMMS has served over 2.5 million individuals across India, the Middle East, and Africa, positively impacting lives in regions with limited or no access to medical facilities. Currently, the initiative operates a global network of 66 mobile units, including deployments in Karnataka, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Bihar, Haryana, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, West Bengal, J&K, and beyond.
