Wednesday, October 26, 2011

Hiking in the Himalayas? Be Prepared, Should Illness Strike!

Kathmandu is the capital and largest city of Nepal, a major country in South Asia. Kathmandu is the gateway to trekking in the Himalayas. It is also the cultural and financial center of the nation. Several major hospitals in Nepal are situated in Kathmandu. These few attain an international standard.

Ciwec Clinic Travel Medicine Center is a major hospital in Katmandu which attracts a lot of western travelers and foreign patients. The hospital was established in 1982 to provide for the many trekkers passing through Katmandu on their way to and from the Himalayas. It has the latest medical equipment and excellent services of western trained doctors who know how to treat the various illness most likely to hit foreign travelers. They also support a medical clinic in the rural area of Western Nepal.

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Bir Hospital situated at the heart of Kathmandu city is the oldest and one of the most trusted hospitals in the country. The hospital founded in 1889, now is a government hospital and managed by the National Academy of Medical Sciences since 2003. This 458 bed hospital provides high quality, cost effective medical and surgical treatment to people and some of the most eminent doctors in the country serve there. Bir Hospital started nephrology treatment for those with kidney disorders in Nepal. Their departments of surgery and disaster response are also well respected in the region.

Patan Hospital, located in Kathmandu, is one of the most trusted and well known hospitals in Nepal. This 450 bed hospital established in 1956 is operated by Patan Academy of Health Sciences. The hospital offers excellent medical services in all major departments and serves more than 300,000 people every year. Patan Hospital has established a well equipped maternity ward as well. Additionally, they manage several charity programs aiming to provide better medical services to financially disadvantaged people. Phone: 552229

Norvic International Hospital is another well reputed world class hospital in Katmandu and offers all latest health care services confirming to international standard. Novic International Hospital received recognition Department for International Development (DFID). This 100 bed facilities is the only ISO 9001:2000 Certified General Hospital in Nepal.

Kanti Children's Hospital (KCH) has been providing advanced health care and excellent medical treatments to children since its establishment in 1963.The hospital situated at Maharajgunj Kathmandu 3 is Nepal's only specialized child care hospital and is managed by an autonomous corporate body under the Ministry of Health, Government of Nepal. This 300-bed hospital is generously funded by many developed countries like Japan, Germany and Britain. The hospital also functions as a training and research station. Phone: 1 4411140

Katmandu Medical College & Teaching Hospital is the premier Medical Institute of Nepal and is situated in the outskirts of Kathmandu at 184 Baburam Acharya Sadak, Sinamangal. This reputed medical college and hospital was founded in 2000 by Kathmandu Medical College Pvt. Ltd. The hospital is committed to provide high quality and affordable health care services to all sections of the society and is well equipped with all modern medical and lab facilities. Some of Nepal's most eminent doctors are practicing here and are assisted by a dedicated group of nurses and para-medical staff. KMC has facilities like 700 beds, 9 surgical theatres, 24/7 Emergency and Pathology services. Phone: 4469064 / 4476152.

B.P.Koirala Memorial Cancer Hospital is the famous cancer hospital and research center of Nepal and is situated in Katmandu city. This hospital founded by a prestigious trust provides all available instruments and technology needed for cancer treatment at reasonable cost. The center is well equipped with modern oncology lab and radiation facilities.

Hiking in the Himalayas? Be Prepared, Should Illness Strike!

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