Kalima Foundation’s Global Medical City Aims to Redefine Healthcare with Compassion and Innovation
Global Medical City, developed by the Kalima Foundation and Charitable Trust, Udupi. aims to bring compassion and modern medical science together. At a time when people around the world feel that healthcare is becoming more stressful and less personal, this project offers a fresh and hopeful vision. The Foundation is not just building another hospital. It is creating a place where people feel cared for, respected, and understood in every stage of their healing journey.
The belief behind Global Medical City is simple. Healthcare must treat the whole person and not only the illness. Many patients today feel like they are treated as cases or reports. The Kalima Foundation wants to change this experience. Their motto says it clearly: Caring Hands That Reach Out to Healing Souls. The idea is to build a place where medical excellence and human compassion work together. People who come here will find advanced treatment along with emotional, mental, and spiritual support.
Dr. Sibgath Ulla Sharieff R, President of the Foundation, explains that modern healthcare can be overwhelming for both patients and healthcare workers. He says that Global Medical City is created to give comfort, dignity, and confidence to every person who walks in. He believes that true healing happens when people feel respected and supported with love. This approach guides every part of the project, making it a model for India and the world.
The leadership team of the Kalima Foundation and Charitable Trust brings together a committed group of professionals who share a common purpose of creating meaningful change through compassionate service. At the top are President Dr. Sibgath Ulla Sharieff R, Vice President Dr. Sayed Moinuddin Abdul Gani, and Global Vice President Mr. Valarian Joseph. They are joined by Mr. Divakara D Shetty as General Secretary, Mr. Nagendra Shanbag as Joint Secretary, and Dr. Akhil Manoj as Treasurer and CEO. Together, they form a strong and balanced board of trustees that provides direction, clarity, and stability to the organisation. Each person brings experience from different fields, allowing the foundation to move forward with confidence and a clear sense of mission.
Supporting them is a diverse Board of Directors that strengthens every area of the foundation’s work. The team includes experts in project planning, advisory roles, public relations, and technical support. Their backgrounds range from medical practice and social engagement to communication, administration, and technology. This wide mix of talent ensures that the foundation’s large scale initiatives, including the Global Medical City project, are guided by thoughtful planning and responsible execution. Together, these leaders represent a united effort to build an organisation that serves communities with care, transparency, and long term vision.
Six Pillars of the Global Medical City
- World Class Medical Care
The heart of Global Medical City will be a modern hospital that matches the best international standards. It will have advanced surgical units, emergency services, and centres for cancer care, heart care, mother and child care, and many other specialties. The Foundation is bringing together medical experts who are not only skilled but also deeply committed to compassionate care. Partnerships with global institutions will help bring new treatments and innovations to Udupi. - Holistic Health and Wellness Centre
The city will also have a centre that supports emotional and mental well being. It will offer counselling, psychiatric support, yoga, meditation, and stress relief programs. Spaces for quiet reflection, green gardens, and peaceful surroundings will help patients recover their energy and hope. This centre recognises that healing the mind and the spirit is as important as healing the body. - Affordable Care for All
The Foundation is committed to making healthcare affordable. No one will be denied treatment because of financial difficulty. A system of subsidised care, insurance partnerships, and flexible payment plans will support families from all backgrounds. The message is clear. Quality healthcare is a basic right for every person. - Training and Research for the Future
Global Medical City will also house the Global Medical Institute. This institute will train doctors, nurses, researchers, and healthcare managers. Students will learn both modern medical science and compassionate patient care. The aim is to prepare future leaders who can start similar centres in other parts of India and other countries. - Eco Friendly and Sustainable Design
The project connects human health with the health of the planet. The buildings will use eco friendly materials and renewable energy. There will be many green spaces, natural light, and clean air zones. Advanced systems for water saving and recycling will be used. This will create a peaceful and healthy environment for patients, staff, and visitors. - A Model for the World
The word Global is an important part of the vision. Udupi will be the first location, but the model can be repeated in other regions. The city will also welcome international patients who seek quality care in a healing environment. Through telemedicine and digital care programs, doctors from the Global Medical City will reach people in distant villages and other countries. The Foundation is also working closely with local authorities and community groups to ensure that the project strengthens existing healthcare systems.
A Call to Join the Mission
Global Medical City is a project that needs the support of many people. The Foundation invites individuals, companies, non governmental organisations, and governments to join this mission. Support can be given through donations, partnerships, academic collaboration, or volunteer service. Every contribution will help create a future where healthcare is caring, accessible, and complete.
Dr. Sibgath Ulla Sharieff R says that each helping hand can uplift a healing soul. He believes that together we can build a future in which no one is left behind. Global Medical City is a promise to create a healthcare system that sees every person as precious and deserving of compassion.
As the project moves forward, it carries the hope that healthcare of the future will not only depend on advanced machines and medicines but also on kindness, understanding, and the warmth of human touch.
