years of compassionate service
Embracing a future that is yet to be... The Journey began.... Our story continues...
Our Founder Jean Pierre Medaille was born at Carcassonne in 1610 in the South-West of France. In 1626 he entered the Jesuit Novitiate and made his first profession of vows two years later. In 1637 he was ordained a Priest and held various responsible posts in Jesuit Colleges as well as serving as Spiritual Director and Confessor to parishioners. On his missionary journeys from 1642 to 1649 he came into contact with many women who had the desire to serve their neighbour and this prompted him to form them into small groups taking care of the sick, orphans and the victims of war and plague etc. As a result, in 1646 the ‘Little Design’ was born.
When he was on his mission in Le Puy he met Bishop Henry De Maupas who hearing about the ‘Little Design’ saw it as a sign of Divine Providence. The Congregation was given juridical status on 15th October 1650 and placed under the patronage of St. Joseph.
In response to a request from Fr. Neyret, four pioneer missionary Sisters of St. Joseph of Annecy made a brave and touching farewell to their companions and set out for India on 7th July 1849 - landing on Indian soil on 5th December.
The Bishops of Visakhapatnam diocese seemed to have far-seeing eyes into the distant future. Bishop Peter Rossillon of happy memory had in his mind to have a well-equipped Nursing Home where the priests and religious of his diocese could be cared for when they were sick. He had purchased some land between the old town of Visakhapatnam and Waltair uplands. It was fairly extensive, open and quite near the sea. So it was an ideal spot for a nursing home. Bishop Rossillon’s successor Bishop Joseph Baud was strongly supported by Bishop Tobar of Cuttack diocese for the establishment of a Catholic Nursing Home. Both of them wanted the Sisters of St. Joseph of Annecy to run it. Bishop Baud already had a suitable site in his mind and he was prepared to give it to the Sisters for the purpose of the Nursing Home. He also offered the stones required for the structure. At this time a good number of the nurse Sisters of the Congregation had to resign from Cuttack Government Hospital because they were asked to work under very difficult situations. It was providential that the then Superior General, Mother Marie Francisca, had decided to open the Nursing Home at Visakhapatnam. The then Provincial Superior, Mother Therese Marie, whole heartedly welcomed this decision, seeing in it the “signs of the times”.
Up until the late 1950’s Visakhapatnam, which is the District Head Quarters of Visakhapatnam District, offered Health care facilities only in the following places: -
St. Joseph’s Hospital, Maryland is run by the Medical Society of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Annecy, India duly registered under Societies Registration Act XXI of 1860 as a charitable Hospital. Along with the people of Visakhapatnam, sick from the neighbouring states like Odisha and West Bengal also have profited with the medical services. Many sailors, Shipyard people, Hindustan Zinc and Aluminum Company employees had availed our services. Many Polio patients from Rajasthan and Jaipur also benefitted from our services undergoing reconstructive surgeries and were offered prosthesis and physiotherapy services.
Most of the patients were treated for viral fever, with Covid like symptoms, dengue fever, Orthopedics, gastro-enteritis, stroke, fractures, road traffic accidents, hyper tension, diabetes mellitus, and neurological and nephrological conditions.
years of healing
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Guided by the spirit of St. Joseph and the vision of our founder Jean Pierre Medaille, we provide compassionate, affordable, and quality healthcare to all—especially the vulnerable—with faith, dedication, and service. we continue the “Little Design” of caring for the sick.
To be a beacon of hope and healing in Visakhapatnam and beyond, responding to the signs of the times, serving communities across regions with excellence in care, and demonstrating that All is One through union, communion, and reconciliation.
Patient-centered, faith-inspired care delivered through dedicated Sisters, skilled professionals, and modern facilities—treating viral fevers (including Covid-like symptoms), dengue fever, orthopedics, gastroenteritis, stroke, fractures, road traffic accidents, hypertension, diabetes mellitus, neurological and nephrological conditions with promptness and love.
Contact us today to schedule your consultation and become part of our legacy of healing and service.
The Bishops of Visakhapatnam diocese envisioned a well-equipped nursing home for priests and religious. Bishop Peter Rossillon purchased land between old Visakhapatnam and Waltair uplands—ideal, open, and near the sea. His successor Bishop Joseph Baud, supported by Bishop Tobar of Cuttack, invited the Sisters of St. Joseph of Annecy to run it. Providentially, many nurse Sisters had to resign from Cuttack Government Hospital due to difficult conditions. Mother Marie Francisca decided to open the Nursing Home at Visakhapatnam.
Until the late 1950s, healthcare in Visakhapatnam was limited to King George Hospital and Victoria Government Hospital. The Sisters acquired land in Waltair uplands (then called “Pandimetta”—full of sand dunes, cashew trees, and roaming pigs) and built St. Joseph’s Hospital, inaugurated on 8th September 1962.
Prompt diagnosis and treatment for viral fevers (including Covid-like symptoms) and dengue fever.
Expert treatment for fractures, road traffic accidents, and orthopedic conditions.
Holistic care for hypertension, diabetes mellitus, stroke, neurological & nephrological conditions.
Compassionate treatment for digestive issues and a wide range of medical needs.
I was admitted here for dengue fever ....the treatment was good and doctor chandra shekhar jenetti has given his best and the Nuns are very strict where they ensure the cleanliness in the room and the nurses will check our health parameters regularly over all good .
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xcellent medical facilities and services. Maintained cleanliness and is very hygienic. Good infrastructure with proper ventilation facilities that helps fast recovery. The staff's are very polite and makes you comfortable. Doctor's very supportive and helpful. Gave accurate understanding of the diagnosis with good explanation. All over the hospital is good 👍 and I recommended to join this hospital.
Read MoreSt Joseph's Hospital, Maryland is known for its place of healing by ,not only medical excellence but also by its compassionate and kind faculty. The hospital stands as an example of how health care can be both professional and deeply humane.
Read MoreVery good hospital. Immediate response and good nursing and health care. Pleasant atmosphere and best maintenance. Reasonable prices. Missionary spirit. 🙏
Read MoreI'm very thankful to our beloved st.joseph's hospital sisters and all staff excellent service and care thank you so much for each and every one.
Read MoreSt. Joseph's Hospital is one of the best Hospital in the visakhapatnam. In this Hospital the patients are getting the best nursing care. Doctor's are providing good treatment for the patient to recover soon.A ll the equipments are available for the patient to investigate.
Read MoreHospital ek aise jagah hai jahan sbhi prakar ke marijon ka treatment Kiya jata hai .
St.joseph'hospital is a very best hospital in visakhapatnam. I like this hospital because in this hospital nursing care is very very best. Inthis hospital has a good ventilation. In this hospital the staff experience is a very best about the patients. In this hospital staff and students has a kindness about the patients. Inthis hospital very clean and hospital management follow the good sterile techniques. Every day staff provide cleanliness about patients hygiene. Hospital management administer the medication time to time. I have tell so many good things about this hospital.............
Read MoreSt.joseph hospital facilities are good . All the physician and nurses are treat well for the patient in the hospital They are good environment and provide ...good health care they are taken care of all the victims in the hospital
Read MoreThe best hospital in vizag with excellent service and utmost care to the patients. Special thanks to the nursing staff and doctors. Kudos to the hospital management for the effortless service..
Read MoreThis is the best hospital in vizag actually I have completed my gnm nursing course in this hospital. So I have learnt many good things from the dear sisters, co educators staffs nd senior staffs also I am very happy to be a staff nurse of this hospital really I miss all the team workers nd our sister nd we all where one family together our special thanks too our sister deepthi ,sr .bala ,nd sr. Vinita nd all the sister who guided us throughout the journey . My experience was good in this hospital .really peace full place nd nature thanku U once again😊😊😊
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It’s been 24 years since I knew St. Joseph’s Hospital, Visakhapatnam. Couple of times I was admitted for minor and major surgery and very often I have admitted others for treatment. My experience all through was unique each time. Last week on 29th July was my last visit to the hospital to admit one of my community member. Before we reached the hospital everything was taken cared of. Immediate attention was given at the arrival and the treatment process commenced. What I wanted to say out of my personal experience is the ambience, the hospital staff, Doctors and nurses and the administration are doing a great job. Even many from the neighbouring states too are referred to this hospital because of its quality service and health care. During the pandemic the state and district administration chose this hospital for the Covid treatment. If the the administration was not satisfied with the Hospital it would not be chosen for the pandemic care.
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Thanks to Sr. Anjali Madam she is very approachable and when whenever she sees A person she asks about the patient's condition, all the staff are very good and the prices are very reasonable and excellent treatment.
Read MoreI had a very good experience at St. Joseph’s Hospital. The doctors are highly skilled and take time to explain the condition and treatment clearly. The nursing staff is very caring and attentive. The hospital is clean, well-maintained, and organized. From registration to discharge, the entire process was smooth. I truly appreciate their dedication and highly recommend this hospital for quality healthcare.
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Contact Us : +91 89127 06974
Email : info@sjhvsp.org
Book Appointment: +91 99852 71391
38-14-1, Krishna Nagar, Near Zilla Parishad, Maharanipeta, Visakhapatnam-530 002.
Contact Us : +91 99852 71391
Email : info@sjhvsp.org
Book Appointment: +91 89127 06974
38-14-1, Krishna Nagar, Near Zilla Parishad, Maharanipeta, Visakhapatnam-530 002.
+91 89127 06974, +91 99852 71391
info@sjhvsp.org
38-14-1, Krishna Nagar, Near Zilla Parishad, Maharanipeta, Visakhapatnam-530 002