Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi (AKUH), was established in 1985 and is one of the top tertiary care hospitals in Karachi's largest metropolitan area. The interim CEO of Aga Khan Hospital is Dr. Farhat Abbas. It operates four secondary hospitals, many clinical laboratories, and pharmacies nationwide.
In 2015, AKUH became Pakistan's first and only Academic Medical Centre. AKUH Clinical Laboratories, the first and only in the nation, received accreditation from the College of American Pathologists in 2017. AKUH offers comprehensive, multidisciplinary, and patient-centered care in keeping with the company's 'Trusted Quality Care philosophy.
Aga Khan Karachi provides zakat to needy patients and generous support to those in financial need. The hospital aims at providing clinical health services in more than 15 departments.
Aga Khan Hospital - Doctor list
The list of doctors at Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi is available at Marham. The doctors are available for booking an appointment or video consultation, including;
Dr. Tajdar Ahmed Khan
Asst. Prof. Dr. Sadia Masood
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Raza Sayani
Asst. Prof. Dr. Saadia Tabassum
Asst. Prof. Dr. Syed Furrukh Omair
Aga Khan University Hospital - Clinical Departments
The Aga Khan Hospital ensures the best healthcare for the patients. The hospital provides screening, diagnosis, treatment, and management of acute and chronic diseases. The major departments operated in the AKUH Karachi include;
Department of Medicine
Department of Surgery
Department of Pediatrics
Department of Family Medicine
Department of Psychiatry
Department of Emergency Services
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences
Department of Anesthesia
Department of Pathology
Department of Radiology
Department of Pharmacy
Department of Physiotherapy
Princess Zahra pavilion - Private wing
Patient Services by Aga Khan University Hospital
Aga Khan Hospital aims at providing comprehensive care to patients. Some of the most prominent services that the hospital offer include;
Emergency Services:
The emergency department (ED) at Aga Khan, Karachi, provides service to the patients 24/7. The department is equipped with cutting-edge technology to deal with trauma patients.
The hospital provides emergency services to the patients by classifying them in the level of emergency, P1 being the top priority and P5 being the least serious.
Specialized Clinics (Outpatients)
Aga Khan Hospital runs several specialized medical clinics under the best doctors' supervision to provide patients with the best care. Some of the specialized clinics operating in the outpatient department include;
Women's Health and Oncology Clinic
Smoking Cessation Clinic
Women's Heart Clinic
Breast Clinic
Child Learning and Behavior Clinic (CLBC)
High-risk Maternity Clinic (Feotal Maternal Medicine Clinic)
Type I Diabetes Clinic
Interstitial Lung Disease Clinic (ILDC)
Urinary Incontinence Clinic
Endocrinology Weight Loss Clinic.
Patient Welfare
Aga Khan Hospital provides patient welfare and zakat assistance to needy patients. The department works per the hospital's vision to ensure high-level medical care. Patients requiring hospital, clinic, diagnostic, and lab services can apply for international-level treatment that is free of cost.
Clinical Laboratories
The College of American Pathologists awarded the AKUH Clinical Laboratories the gold standard accreditation for meeting more than 3500 international standards (CAP).
The laboratory offers the services of a wide range of diagnostic tests like;
Patient Support Groups
The nurses and physicians at the Aga Khan University Hospital run several patient support groups to assist patients and their families in coping with a disease's psychological and physical effects.
Support groups bring people in similar circumstances together to educate them about their challenges and what others are going through. They also give them courage and support in knowing they are not alone in their struggles.
Volunteers manage patient support organizations. These are;
- Head and Neck Cancer Support Group
- Children's Cancer (Paediatric Oncology)
- Dementia Support Group
- Women Cancer Support Group
- Stoma Support Group
- Gynecology Cancer Support Group
Patient Educational Material
Aga Khan University Hospital patients can access various educational resources on various illnesses and conditions. They are to help patients in managing and comprehend their illnesses.
Enhanced Patient Experience
The AKUH Main Campus provides specialized care in single occupancy rooms and family suites with cozy and contemporary furnishings and views of lakes, courts, and gardens.
For International Patients
Patients from outside Pakistan who wish to visit our top-notch medical facility are welcome at the Aga Khan University Hospital.
People rely on the Aga Khan University Hospital for a wide range of illnesses and conditions in the area to provide the most advanced therapeutic and diagnostic options. It is one of the best hospitals in Karachi for international patients.
Because this is a tertiary care hospital with various specialty services available under one roof, patients can take advantage of their multidisciplinary approach. For specialized care and treatment, people turn to their highly qualified team of medical professionals.
Clinical Laboratories by Aga Khan University Hospital
The Aga Khan University Hospital Clinical Laboratories are the first in Pakistan to receive accreditation from the College of American Pathologists (CAP), the industry's top accrediting body for laboratory testing.
With the largest team of highly skilled faculty members, phlebotomists, and technologists, they guarantee to deliver prompt and accurate results and routine and specialized testing that the best doctors across the country recognize.
Patient Rights
All patients will receive excellent care centered on them at the Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH). Since each patient has individual healthcare needs, they acknowledge this and promote collaboration between the patient and the medical staff. Every patient is given the respect, compassion, and dignity they deserve
Aga Khan University Hospital Medical Centers
The medical centers at the Aga Khan University Hospital offer pharmacy services and lab testing. These centers are created so patients can receive basic healthcare near their homes.
These medical centers offer the services of various clinicians, such as general practitioners, internal medicine, diabetologists, dermatologists, gastroenterologists, cardiologists, obstetricians and gynecologists, pediatric specialists, general surgeons, and physiotherapists.
These services are available for people from all age groups with treatment options for various diseases and provide high-quality healthcare services at reasonable costs.
Aga Khan University Hospital Fees
The fees at Aga Khan University Hospital vary according to the specialist consulted, tests taken, and the services availed. The average fee ranges between 3000-5000 PKR.
Aga Khan University Hospital Timing
The services offered at Aga Khan Hospital can be availed 24/7. You can check the appointment timings and details by calling the Marham helpline.
Aga Khan University Hospital Address
Aga Khan Hospital - National Stadium Rd, Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi City, Sindh
Aga Khan University Hospital Contact Number
You can contact Aga Khan Hospital to book an appointment at 0311-1222398.