Z H Sikder Women’s Medical College & Hospital (Pvt.) Ltd.

Overview

Z. H. Sikder Women's Medical College & Hospital (Pvt.) Ltd. is a private medical college hospital in Dhaka. This record covers the Gulshan branch, which provides inpatient care, specialist consultations, cardiac treatment and diagnostic testing. The branch address is House 5, Road 104, Gulshan-2, Dhaka 1212.

The parent institution was founded in 1992, and full inpatient services at the Gulshan branch began in 2020. The medical college admits women students to the MBBS course, while the hospital provides treatment to men and women. The college is affiliated with the University of Dhaka, is recognised by the BMDC and is listed with the World Directory of Medical Schools.

Services

Cardiac care is a central service at this branch. The Cardiac Care and Research Centre has a cath lab where coronary angiography, angioplasty and stenting are carried out. Bypass surgery is also performed at the hospital.

Patients who need close monitoring are cared for in a 16-bedded CCU. The Gulshan unit also has an 8-bedded ICU and a 2-bedded recovery room. A dialysis unit operates on site for regular dialysis patients.

Operation theatres are equipped for laparoscopic surgery. A lithotripsy unit treats kidney stones without open surgery. Dietetics consultations cover weight, diabetes, heart and kidney disease, and nutrition in pregnancy and childhood.

Diagnostic services

Laboratory support includes pathology and biochemistry testing, with autoanalyzers in use. An RT-PCR laboratory also operates on site. These services support admitted patients and visitors who attend for tests only.

Imaging services include ultrasound, mammography, CT scan, CT angiogram and MRI. Patients attending for heart-related care are advised to bring earlier ECG and echo reports. Old prescriptions and earlier reports help doctors compare new findings with previous results.

Specialist consultations

Consultants see patients in cardiology, neuroscience, pulmonology and internal medicine. Gynaecology and other clinical care linked to the teaching hospital are also provided at the branch. Many visits are for follow-up reviews and discussion of test results.

Dietetics advice is available on referral from a treating doctor or by direct appointment. Consultation times differ from one doctor to another. Visitors should confirm the sitting time before travelling.

Emergency care

The emergency unit at the Gulshan branch operates day and night. It handles chest pain, stroke, minor burns and routine medical emergencies. Patients with sudden chest pain or signs of stroke should be brought to the emergency unit without delay.

Location and access

The branch stands at House 5, Road 104, Gulshan-2, Dhaka 1212, in a residential part of Gulshan-2. Embassies and corporate offices are located nearby. Treatment under this record is provided at the Gulshan branch, while the main teaching campus stands at Monica Estate in Dhanmondi.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the Gulshan branch located?

It is at House 5, Road 104, Gulshan-2, Dhaka 1212, in a residential area near embassies and corporate offices.

Does the hospital treat male patients?

Yes. The MBBS course admits women students only, but the hospital provides treatment to men and women.

Which cardiac procedures are available here?

The cath lab provides coronary angiography, angioplasty and stenting, and bypass surgery is also performed. Close observation is provided in the 16-bedded CCU.

Does the Gulshan branch emergency unit run through the night?

Yes. The emergency unit runs day and night and handles chest pain, stroke, minor burns and routine emergencies.

Which tests and scans can be done at the branch?

Laboratory testing covers pathology, biochemistry and RT-PCR. Imaging includes ultrasound, mammography, CT scan, CT angiogram and MRI.

Can kidney stones be treated without surgery?

Yes. The lithotripsy unit treats kidney stones without open surgery, and a dialysis unit also operates on site.