Sindh Infectious Diseases Hospital & Research Center

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Sindh Infectious Diseases Hospital & Research Centre

Sindh Infectious Diseases Hospital & Research Centre (SIDH & RC) is the first dedicated infectious diseases hospital of Pakistan. Located in the heart of Karachi, SIDH&RC was founded amidst the COVID pandemic in July 2020 by the Government of Sindh in collaboration with the Dow University of Health Sciences.

Message from Medical Superintendent
SIDH&RC

Dr. Abdul Wahid Rajput

Sindh Infectious Diseases Hospital & Research Centre is a living example of commitment and dedication. Back in 2020 when the world was hit by COVID-19 pandemic, the government of Sindh assigned Dow University of Health Sciences to establish Pakistan’s first dedicated infectious diseases facility. The journey leading up to the establishment of this hospital has been remarkably challenging. The challenges we faced were numerous and multifaceted, from the urgent need to provide specialized care for COVID patients to the logistical complexities of setting up a dedicated infectious diseases facility. However, through the collective efforts of our incredible team under the dynamic leadership of Prof. Mohammed Saeed Quraishy T.I, Vice Chancellor Dow University of Health & Sciences- Karachi, we overcame all the obstacles, turning adversity into opportunity.

As front liners, we recognized the urgency of the situation and swiftly mobilized resources to secure the necessary infrastructure, medical equipment, and supplies. This allowed us to create a dedicated space for COVID patients in record time. While establishment of the hospital was underway, our healthcare professionals underwent intensive training to handle the unique challenges associated with infectious diseases, particularly COVID-19. Their dedication to continuous learning and preparedness has been instrumental in providing quality care to our patients. 

The challenges of the pandemic extended beyond physical health, impacting the mental well-being of both patients and their families. SIDH prioritizes mental health support services through one-on-one counseling sessions by consultants in a designated 2-hour time slot to ensure holistic care, not only for patients but also for their families. It is through the collective efforts of our team we were able to manage more than 5000 COVID cases and have now extended our services to other infectious diseases, pediatrics, pulmonology, critical care and nephrology cases. 

As we stand on the cusp of a new era in healthcare delivery, SIDH symbolizes not only a response to a crisis but also a testament to our collective resilience and ability to overcome challenges. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to members of the SIDH team for their unwavering support, hard work, and sacrifices that made this milestone possible.

Together, let us continue to be the beacons of hope and continue to serve our community with dedication and compassion, knowing that our efforts contribute to the greater well-being of society and Pakistan. Read more

Our Departments

Adult Infectious Disease

Pediatric Infectious Diseases

Pulmonology

Anesthesia and Critical Care Unit

Other Specialties

Laboratory

Radiology

Pharmacy

Infection Control Department

Clinical Trial Unit

Center of Excellence

Supporting Departments

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Our

Vision

To be a pre-eminent academic institution committed to changing and saving lives.

Our

Mission

  • To provide quality patient care.
  • Patient centered training & education of healthcare workers and community.
  • Cutting-edge research.

Services

  • Admission and registration
  • Free of cost medical treatment
  • Nursing care 
  • Laboratory diagnostic testing.
  • Radiology
  • Pharmacy services (for inpatient)
  • Bedside Meal (Food and water service) for inpatients 
  • Patient education 
  • Nutrition counseling
  • Visitor waiting area
  • Isolation rooms with negative pressure for patient requiring airborne precautions
  • Physiotherapy and rehabilitation
  • Discharge planning and follow-up care
  • Counseling session for attendants/families
  • Prayer area
  • Cafeteria
  • Parking area
  • Restroom

Facilities

Triage

24-hour triage facility is available to filter and admit eligible cases.

Intensive Care Units (ICU)

SIDH&RC has three fully equipped 16-bedded adult ICUs with negative pressure to ensure appropriate and timely treatment for critical patients with adequate infection control.

High Dependency Units

There are two 34-bedded HDUs and one 8-bedded HDU available for adult patients with oxygen supply, ventilatory and suction ports and monitoring systems on each bed. Privacy is upheld by maintaining partitions between patients with walls.

Pediatric Unit

The pediatric unit has an eight bedded fully equipped ICU and a 34 bedded HDU with the same facilities as in adult HDUs. An area in the HDU is dedicated for 24-hour pediatric triage for critical patients.

Isolation Rooms

To ensure transmission-based precautions for the prevention of spread of contagious diseases, SIDH has twelve isolation rooms (four in each HDU) with negative pressure to maintain airborne precautions.

Outpatient Department

The hospital offers specialist clinics in Infectious Diseases, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Cardiology and Pediatric Infectious Diseases.

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Sindh Infectious Diseases Hospital & Research Centre, Gulshan-e-Iqbal, Block 10, Near NIPA flyover Karachi, Pakistan