From Modest Roots to Multispecialty Excellence
In the early 1970s, when Bangalore was a quiet cantonment town on the cusp of becoming a metropolis, a promise was made. It was a promise of healing, compassion, and ethical healthcare for all, brought to life by pioneers like Dr. Jasper McPhail and Dr. Rebekah Naylor of the International Mission Board. What began as a modest 80-bed facility on the city’s outskirts has since woven itself into the very fabric of Bangalore. Today, Bangalore Baptist Hospital (BBH) is not just a landmark in a bustling city; it is a testament to a mission that has never wavered, to serve with a spirit of compassion.
For over five decades, Bangalore Baptist Hospital has grown alongside the city, evolving into a leading multi-specialty institution without losing the soul that defines it. While corporate hospitals rose with the Silicon Valley boom, BBH carved a unique identity as a not-for-profit centre of excellence, trusted by generations for its patient-first philosophy. This ethos of blending medical science with profound empathy is the foundation upon which every department is built.
World-Class Maternity Care with a Human Touch
While BBH’s capabilities are vast, its Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology is a cornerstone of its legacy. In 2025, its recognition as one of the Top 10 Maternity Hospitals in India is not just an accolade; it is the culmination of decades of dedication. This is a place where cutting-edge technology and deep medical expertise converge with an unwavering focus on respectful, personalized maternity care.
A Philosophy of Partnership and Dignity
At BBH, the journey to motherhood is treated as a partnership. Every woman is central to her own care plan, participating in shared decision-making that respects her preferences and cultural background. The hospital’s “respectful maternity care” principles are tangible: ensuring privacy, welcoming a birthing partner throughout labour, and providing access to effective pain relief.
Specialized Care for Every Mother
Recognizing that no two pregnancies are alike, BBH is expertly designed to support both routine and high-risk journeys. This specialized support begins with its Maternal-Fetal Medicine division, which offers cutting-edge diagnostics like detailed fetal scans and genetic counselling to manage potential challenges proactively. This is complemented during childbirth by advanced Labour and Delivery services, where state-of-the-art fetal surveillance, modern birthing beds, and round-the-clock access to painless delivery options empower women.
Supporting all of this is an unmatched emergency readiness, with the ability to initiate an emergency C-section within five minutes, 24/7 specialist availability, and dedicated Obstetric High Dependency (HDU) and ICU units. The true strength of BBH lies in its multidisciplinary teamwork. Maternal-fetal experts, neonatologists, cardiologists, endocrinologists, and surgeons work in perfect synergy, creating a comprehensive safety net for even the most complicated pregnancies.
Nurturing the Tiniest Lives
The circle of care extends to the most fragile newborns. BBH’s 21-bedded Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is a leading referral hub for north Bangalore. Staffed by a team of five neonatologists, the unit is equipped to manage extreme preterm babies (as early as 24 weeks) and offers advanced treatments like therapeutic cooling. With a track record of saving infants weighing as little as 650 grams and an innovative Human Milk Bank for vulnerable babies, the NICU is a place of miracles, big and small.
Beyond Maternity
While renowned for its maternal and child health services, BBH’s commitment to comprehensive healthcare extends across a wide array of advanced medical specialties. The Heart Centre (Cardiology) serves as a hub for cardiac care in North Bangalore, equipped with a state-of-the-art Cath Lab for procedures like emergency angioplasty and pacemaker implantations. In addition, the hospital provides Comprehensive Cancer Care (Oncology) through its integrated Medical, Surgical, and Radiation Oncology units, featuring a multidisciplinary Tumour Board to design personalized treatment plans. The Department of Orthopaedics is a centre for excellence in treating bone and joint issues, offering advanced procedures including robotic knee replacements and minimally invasive arthroscopic surgeries. The physical medicine and rehabilitation dept works alongside other departments to assist the patients as they revert back to normalcy. Furthermore, its Gastroenterology and Renal Sciences departments provide life-sustaining care through therapeutic endoscopy, a modern dialysis unit, and a successful kidney transplant & liver transplant program.
A Promise That Extends Beyond Hospital Walls
True to its founding mission, BBH ensures that quality care is not a privilege. The hospital’s Community Health Department runs outreach clinics in underserved areas like DJ Halli and Kothanur, offering subsidized care and health education.
For families across Bangalore, choosing BBH means choosing a legacy of trust. It is a place where a history of compassionate service meets the future of medical science, creating an environment where every birth is celebrated and every family is cherished.
