Mangaluru: At a time when medical science has made remarkable progress in treating diseases and extending life, Father Muller Palliative Care Centre is redefining healthcare by focusing on what matters most when cure is no longer possible—comfort, dignity, and compassion.
Established in 2022 at Father Muller Homoeopathic Medical College Hospital, Deralakatte, the centre has emerged as a beacon of hope for patients living with serious and life-limiting illnesses, offering holistic care that improves quality of life while supporting families through some of their most challenging moments.
From five beds to a dedicated 50-bed facility
The Father Muller Palliative Care Centre was established under the visionary leadership of Rev. Fr. Richard Coelho, then Director of Father Muller Charitable Institutions, and Rev. Fr. Roshan Crasta, then Administrator of the hospital.
What began as a modest five-bedded unit has grown into a dedicated 50-bed Palliative Care Centre, reflecting the institution’s unwavering commitment to compassionate, patient-centred healthcare.
Today, under the leadership of Rev. Fr. Faustine Lucas Lobo, Director of Father Muller Charitable Institutions, and Rev. Fr. Donald Nilesh Crasta, Administrator, the centre continues to expand its services while upholding the institution’s enduring mission of healing with compassion.
Holistic care beyond medical treatment
The centre provides comprehensive palliative care through Private, Semi-Private, and General wards, offering a peaceful, hygienic, and supportive environment for patients.
Services include round-the-clock medical and nursing care, personalised nutritional support, physiotherapy, yoga and naturopathy, professional counselling, meticulous hygiene management, and compassionate assistance tailored to each patient’s individual needs.
Rather than focusing solely on disease, the multidisciplinary team addresses the physical, emotional, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of patients and their families.
The centre cares for individuals suffering from advanced cancer, neurological disorders, chronic kidney disease, Parkinson’s disease, dementia, respiratory illnesses, and other life-limiting conditions.
Restoring dignity through compassionate care
Pain management remains one of the core pillars of palliative care.
The centre’s multidisciplinary team comprising doctors, nurses, physiotherapists, counsellors, nutritionists, and other healthcare professionals works together to relieve persistent pain, breathlessness, fatigue, nausea, anxiety, depression, insomnia, and other distressing symptoms that affect patients’ quality of life.
Recognising that serious illness impacts not only the body but also the mind and spirit, the team strives to restore comfort, peace, and dignity while supporting families throughout the patient’s journey.
The institution believes that every patient deserves to be treated as a person rather than merely as a diagnosis.
A legacy of healing
In just four years, the Father Muller Palliative Care Centre has become a trusted destination for patients from Dakshina Kannada, Mangaluru, and Udupi.
Many patients have experienced significant improvement in symptom control and quality of life, enabling them to return home with greater comfort and confidence. Families have consistently appreciated the compassionate and respectful care extended to their loved ones during difficult times.
The centre carries forward the rich healthcare legacy of Father Muller Charitable Institutions, which traces its origins to Rev. Fr. Augustus Muller, who began treating patients under a banyan tree in Kankanady after mastering Homoeopathy in Germany.
Over the decades, the institution has grown into one of the region’s leading healthcare providers while remaining committed to its enduring motto, “Heal & Comfort.”
The Father Muller Homoeopathic Medical College Hospital has also earned NABL and NABH accreditation, reflecting its commitment to quality, patient safety, and excellence in healthcare delivery.
Continuing the mission
The Father Muller Palliative Care Centre continues its mission of delivering compassionate, patient-centred care rooted in empathy, dignity, and respect.
Families seeking palliative care services or further information can contact the centre at 9459456633.
With its holistic approach to care, the centre remains dedicated to ensuring that every patient receives not only medical support but also comfort, hope, and dignity throughout every stage of life.
