Since 1913, Van Allen Hospital has been dedicated to providing accessible, affordable, and quality healthcare to the people of Kodaikanal and surrounding hill communities. Guided by a mission of service and compassion, we combine experienced medical professionals, modern facilities, and patient-centered care to meet the evolving healthcare needs of our community.
Whether you are a resident, worker, student, or visitor, our commitment remains the same, “To deliver trusted healthcare with dignity, excellence, and compassion.
Love in action through holistic healthcare.
To provide quality out-patient and in-patient medical and surgical care for patients regardless of race, sex, religion, social or economic standing and to provide training to medical and paramedical personal as and when necessary. Van Allen Hospital seeks to promote the health and well-being of people in Kodaikanal and its surrounding community with the special emphasis on serving the weaker section of the community, guided by the teachings of Jesus Christ.
Van Allen Hospital is governed by a distinguished Board of Directors whose collective expertise, leadership, and commitment ensure the hospital continues its legacy of compassionate, ethical, and community-focused healthcare. Their guidance strengthens our mission of delivering accessible, high-quality medical care while upholding the values that have defined Van Allen Hospital for over a century.
Following the arrival of European missionaries in Kodaikanal during the 1800s, the Kodaikanal Missionary Union was formed in 1890 to support the growing missionary community.
With support from the Union, fundraising initiatives, and land donated by Swedish missionaries, Van Allen Hospital was established under the leadership of Dr. Edward Wheeler Wilder and Dr. Chester Van Allen. The hospital officially opened in 1913 and was named in honour of Dr. Van Allen.
A second wing was added in 1923, and over the years the hospital expanded its services to residents, visitors, and nearby villages. Administrative responsibility later transitioned from the Kodaikanal Missionary Union to the CORSOCK committee in 1976.
Comprehensive super-speciality services delivered by experienced medical experts.
Serving Kodaikanal’s visitors with quality healthcare since 1913.
Delivering accessible, quality healthcare to communities across nearby villages.
Our skilled doctors provide expert, compassionate care across every specialty.
We are committed to providing quality healthcare to the kodaikanal community.
Committed to delivering safe, ethical, and quality healthcare through recognized statutory registrations and regulatory compliance.
Registered under Societies Registration Act of 1860 : Registration No. 5/ 70
Registered under Nursing Home and Hospitals Board, IMA, Tamil Nadu, Membership No. : JM3573
Registered under Clinical Establishment Act, Registration No. : DDGLALL20200016720 (valid upto 22/07/2025)
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