Research

Building a stronger foundation for compassionate care through continuous study and innovation.

Advancing Palliative Care

Through Research

At Manipal Hospice and Respite Care Centre (MHRC), research is essential to our mission of providing compassionate, evidence-based care. We investigate innovative models of hospice and palliative care, aiming to enhance the quality of life for both patients and their caregivers.

Our

Research Themes

Striving for global leadership in advancing human development through excellence in education, cutting-edge research, and world-class healthcare, fostering innovation, equity, and sustainable progress for a better future.

Symptom Management & Clinical Care

Psychosocial & Spiritual Well-being

Quality of Life and Patient-Centred Outcomes

Featured

Projects

Special programs making a difference in the journey of care and support.

Multifaceted, Comprehensive, Cost-effective Intervention Package for People with Advanced/Terminal Illnesses needing ICU support, Enabling Appropriate, Ethical,Humane Care, Impacting Resource Utilization and Health Economics (MATHRU) – Multi-Centre Study

Investigators

Dr. Naveen S Salins (Principal Investigator) and collaborators from participating institutions

Funding

Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)

This multicentric study aims to develop and evaluate a comprehensive, ethical, and cost-effective intervention package for critically ill patients requiring ICU support, focusing on humane care, resource optimization, and health economics to improve end-of-life care standards in India.

Structured Chronic Care Optimization in Patient-Centered Extended Care Settings – India (SCOPE-India): A Mixed-Methods Implementation Study of the 5A’s Chronic Care Model in Out-of-Hospital Setting.

Investigators

Dr. Anuja Damani (PI), Dr. Naveen S Salins (Supervisor), Dr. Cherian Varghese (Co-supervisor)

Funding

Department of Health Research (DHR) – ICMR Young Faculty PhD Program

This study evaluates the feasibility and impact of implementing the 5A’s Chronic Care Model in an Indian respite care setting. It aims to improve patient outcomes, reduce caregiver burden, and assess cost-effectiveness, creating scalable evidence for structured palliative care delivery.

Design and Development of Hospice and Respite Care Structure and Care Process

Investigators

Dr. Medha Sharma - PG student, MD in hospital administration, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal

Funding

Institutional/Intramural - MD thesis project

This study aims to optimize hospice and respite care design and processes by assessing infrastructure, manpower, and care quality. It integrates innovative approaches to enhance patient comfort, dignity, and well-being, while evaluating systemic, financial, and administrative implications for sustainable palliative care delivery.

Multifaceted, Comprehensive, Cost-effective Intervention Package for People with Advanced/Terminal Illnesses needing ICU support, Enabling Appropriate, Ethical,Humane Care, Impacting Resource Utilization and Health Economics (MATHRU) – Multi-Centre Study

Investigators

Dr. Naveen S Salins (Principal Investigator) and collaborators from participating institutions

Funding

Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)

Collaborate

With Us

We welcome partnerships with academic institutions, healthcare organizations, and community groups to co-create impactful training programs.

Contact

mhrc.kmc@manipal.edu / director.mhrc@manipal.edu

Our

Research Themes

Symptom Management & Clinical Care

Psychosocial & Spiritual Well-being

Quality of Life and Patient-Centred Outcomes

Featured

Projects

Special programs making a difference in the journey of care and support.

Multifaceted, Comprehensive, Cost-effective Intervention Package for People with Advanced/Terminal Illnesses needing ICU support, Enabling Appropriate, Ethical,Humane Care, Impacting Resource Utilization and Health Economics (MATHRU) – Multi-Centre Study

Investigators

Dr. Naveen S Salins (Principal Investigator) and collaborators from participating institutions

Funding

Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)

Structured Chronic Care Optimization in Patient-Centered Extended Care Settings – India (SCOPE-India): A Mixed-Methods Implementation Study of the 5A’s Chronic Care Model in Out-of-Hospital Setting.

Investigators

Dr. Anuja Damani (PI), Dr. Naveen S Salins (Supervisor), Dr. Cherian Varghese (Co-supervisor)

Funding

Department of Health Research (DHR) – ICMR Young Faculty PhD Program

Design and Development of Hospice and Respite Care Structure and Care Process

Investigators

Dr. Medha Sharma - PG student, MD in hospital administration, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal

Funding

Institutional/Intramural - MD thesis project

Multifaceted, Comprehensive, Cost-effective Intervention Package for People with Advanced/Terminal Illnesses needing ICU support, Enabling Appropriate, Ethical,Humane Care, Impacting Resource Utilization and Health Economics (MATHRU) – Multi-Centre Study

Investigators

Dr. Naveen S Salins (Principal Investigator) and collaborators from participating institutions

Funding

Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)