The Cottage Hospital, Chicalim is one of Goa’s smaller government hospitals, strategically located near Vasco da Gama to serve the Mormugao taluka. It operates under the Directorate of Health Services, Government of Goa, and provides secondary‑level healthcare, bridging the gap between Primary Health Centres (PHCs) and tertiary institutions like Goa Medical College.
The hospital offers general medicine, surgery, obstetrics and gynaecology, paediatrics, orthopaedics, and emergency services. It has inpatient wards, outpatient departments, a pharmacy, diagnostic facilities, and minor surgical units. The hospital also runs maternal and child health programs, vaccination drives, and family planning services.
As a cottage hospital, it plays a crucial role in providing accessible healthcare to the local population, especially for residents of Vasco, Chicalim, and surrounding villages. Patients requiring advanced care are referred to Goa Medical College or the district hospitals. The hospital is also used for training and internships for nursing and paramedical staff.
Though smaller in scale compared to GMC or district hospitals, Cottage Hospital, Chicalim remains an important healthcare provider in South Goa, ensuring affordable and accessible medical services for the community.
