Dow University Hospital, Karachi

Dow University Hospital, Karachi, was established 2003 as a tertiary care facility. It is a state-of-the-art, PMC-verified, 1000-bedded, five-story tertiary care hospital affiliated with Dow International Medical College for MBBS and post-graduate students.

Being one of the best hospitals in Karachi, Dow University Hospital provides medical services to diagnose both in-patients and out-patients through advanced technology, medical apparatus, and fully-equipped medical wards and high-dependency units for major medical procedures and the care of critical patients.

The fully trained, committed, and highly qualified doctors and medical specialists with a proven track record ensure the best healthcare services to the patients. The hospital envisions making healthcare services accessible and affordable to the patients without compromising the quality of the treatment.

Apart from patient care and medical facilities, the hospital also provides medical training to the staff and paramedics to improve the quality of its medical services and enhance the professional development of its staff. 

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Dow University Hospital - Doctor List

The list of doctors available at Dow Hospital is available at Marham. There are 44 doctors available for booking an appointment or video consultation, including;

• Dr. Ahmed Irfan

• Dr. Ahsan Mobin

• Dr. S Muhammad Idrees

• Dr. Syed Khalid Ali

• Dr. Zarnaz Wahid

• Dr. Muhammad Ismail

Dow University Hospital - Clinical Departments

Dow University Hospital provides diagnostic and treatment services in the following clinical departments;

• Cardiology

• Dermatology

• Dentistry

• Gastroenterology

• Gynecology

• General medicine

• Diabetes and endocrinology

• GI and liver diseases

• Chest diseases

• Orthopedic

• Physiotherapy

• Urology

• ENT

• Ophthalmology

• Pediatrics

• Clinical hematology

• Pulmonology

• Psychiatry

Services at Dow University Hospital

Dow University Hospital aims at providing the best medical faclities to patients. A few of these services to ensure the best quality care include;

Medical Services

Highly-qualified professor doctors of national and international repute perform medical procedures and treatments at Dow Hospital, Karachi. They practice critical observation, quality care, and regular consultations. By following strategic planning for all major and minor ailments, these doctors offer patients modern and technologically advanced medical treatments with top-tier medical devices.

Diagnostic Services

The Dow University Research and reference lab (DDRRL) was established in 2007 to provide high-level diagnostic services meeting international standards. The laboratory screenings offered at the hospital are economical and extremely reliable. 

Dow University Hospital provides premium diagnostic services through the latest imaging technologies with timely delivery of reports to both in and outpatients. There is an online reporting system as well to assist the patients. The diagnostic center provides pathologic diagnosis, interventional radiological and endoscopic services, and tests at affordable rates. Most of these services are available 24/7. With its continuously improving laboratory services, the hospital offers a wide range of over 300 different tests, including;

• MRI

• X-RAY

• CT

• Endoscopy

• Cardiac tests, including ECG, EEG, ECHO, and ETT

• Blood and urine tests

The hospital also provides vascular interventional radiology services, enabling doctors to treat patients using minimally invasive procedures through local or endovenous radiological imaging, including fluoroscopy, CT, or ultrasound. Patients can also access diagnostic reports online.

Surgical Services

Certified and highly-experienced surgeons of every specialty are on board at Dow University Hospital, Karachi. They carry out all kinds of routine and specialized surgeries. Following high-quality surgical services are provided by the hospital: 

• Plastic and reconstructive surgery

• General surgery

• Cardiothoracic surgery

• Neurosurgery and spine surgery

• Surgical oncology and orthopedic oncology

• Dental surgery and maxillofacial surgery

• Oral and ENT surgery

• Gynecology and pediatric surgery

• Ophthalmology and eye surgery

• Urologic surgery and andrology

• Hepatobiliary Surgery and hepatobiliary oncology

• Orthopedics and trauma surgery

Patients get the best surgical treatment at these surgical departments of Dow University Hospital. 

Outpatient Services

A special OPD block was established in 2009 at the Dow University Hospital. At the outpatient department, highly-qualified medical specialists provide round-the-clock healthcare services to the outpatients. Dow University Hospital offers the services of the best doctors that treat patients with kind attention and great care. The OPD charges are kept quite low to facilitate many patients. The department operates during particular hours of the day and is divided into general OPD and executive OPDs. 

Emergency Services 

A 24/7 emergency service is available for both in and outpatients at Dow University Hospital. The department handles various emergencies, including trauma, burns, accidents, and ischemic attacks. These services cater to those in life-threatening situations through emergency rooms, trauma care, intensive care units, special care units, and ambulatory services.

The emergency department at Dow Hospital Karachi is equipped with the latest technology to tackle the patients. The doctors and paramedics at the emergency department are trained to provide the best possible care to patients.

Rehabilitative Services

Dow University Hospital also provides rehabilitative services to help patients recover from illness, injury, or surgery. These services include;

• Physical therapy

• Occupational therapy

• Speech therapy

• Cardiac rehabilitation

• Pulmonary rehabilitation

Facilities at Dow University Hospital

Dow University Hospital facilitates patients by providing a variety of medical services, some of which are enlisted below:

• Preventive Care Unit (PCU): Healthcare professionals in this department of Dow Hospital serve patients by acquainting them with preventive tips and techniques against the onset of certain diseases. Regular check-ups, vaccinations, immunization, and health screening are also done to help in disease prevention.

• Recovery rooms: Dow University Hospital provides post-operative care to patients after surgery in recovery rooms. These rooms are equipped with monitoring equipment, aiding doctors in analyzing and evaluating patients’ conditions. An exit counter is also reserved where the doctors and the patient’s family can discuss the discharge plan.

• Intensive Care Unit (ICU): Dow University Hospital provides special care and treatment to critically ill patients by monitoring them in the intensive care unit (ICU). This unit has advanced medical devices for tracking patients’ blood pressure, oxygen levels, and organ functioning. Highly qualified nurses also monitor patients’ conditions, providing medical care and support.

• Special Care Unit (SCU): Special Care Unit is also built at the hospital, which provides special care to those requiring a high level of care compared to general, medical, or intensive care. Expert nurses closely monitor patients' fluctuating conditions and administer on-time medication with great care. Here, rehabilitative services are also available for the patients.

• Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU): Dow University Hospital provides special care facilities to critically ill infants and children, who are kept under the keen observation of expert pediatricians. Modern pediatric equipment includes ventilators, cardiac monitors, pulse oximeters, intravenous pumps, arterial lines, central venous catheters, urinary catheters, and feeding tubes.

• Wards and patients’ rooms: At Dow University Hospital, inpatients are kept in private and semi-private-cum-general wards, each well-equipped with air conditioners, on-suite toilets, satellite TV, monitoring devices, and healthcare equipment. Healthcare professionals, including qualified nurses and certified doctors, staff these wards and rooms.

• Liver Transplant Unit: The hospital performs liver transplantation at a specialized liver transplant unit. Before transplantation, necessary tests, including blood and imaging, are also carried out here. Post-operative care, including pain and medication management, is also provided to hepatic patients. Rehabilitative facilities are also offered to these patients.

• Urology Care Center: To meet the urological needs of the patients, Dow University Hospital has a urology care center with highly-qualified nephrologists and top-notch medical equipment, including hemodiafiltration (HDF), blood volume monitoring, dialyzer, and electric dialysis chair. Thus, accurate renal diagnosis and the best treatment ensure the renal health of the patients.

• Pharmacy: The hospital also has an attached pharmacy, providing medicines 24/7 at affordable rates to the patients, thereby saving their time and cost from multiple visits to pharmacies outside the hospital. Certified pharmacists also help in medication dispensing and therapy management of patients.

Dow University Hospital Fees

The consultation fee at Dow University Hospital, Karachi varies according to the specialist consulted. The cost also varies depending on the tests and facilities that a patient avail of. The average fee ranges between 200-500 PKR.

Dow University Hospital Timing

Dow University Hospital offers 24/7 emergency services. If you want other hospital medical services, you can check the appointment timings and details by calling Marham. Pk.

Dow University Hospital Address

Dow University Hospital – Mission Rd, New Labour Colony Nanakwara, Karachi, Sindh 74200

Dow University Hospital Contact Number

You can contact the doctors of Dow University Hospital, Karachi, by calling Marham's helpline: 0311-1222398.