Kurmitola General Hospital – Dhaka's Government District Hospital

About Hospital

When people search for the "Dhaka District Hospital" or "Dhaka General Hospital," they are typically referring to Kurmitola General Hospital, the government-designated district-level general hospital for Dhaka, officially recognized as such under the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS). Situated in the Kurmitola area along New Airport Road inside Dhaka Cantonment, this hospital has grown into one of the busiest public health facilities serving the capital's northern zone.

Construction work on the hospital started back in 2004 and wrapped up in 2011. The building was formally opened on 13 May 2012, with indoor patient services launching that November and full outpatient services rolling out by mid-2013. Housed in a 12-storey structure with two basement levels covering close to 9 lakh square feet, the hospital now runs with a capacity of 500 beds.

What sets Kurmitola General Hospital apart is its dual role: alongside treating everyday patients from the surrounding community, it functions as the official training hospital for the Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC) and Armed Forces Medical Institute cadets. Its proximity to the Dhaka-Airport highway also makes it a critical first point of care for road traffic accident casualties.

Contact & Location:

Emergency Line: +8802-55062350

Landline (Hotline, 8 AM–3 PM): 55062201, 55062349

Mobile: 01557-247707, 01769-010200 (8 AM–3 PM)

Fax: 55062202

Email: kurmitola500bed@hospi.dghs.gov.bd / info@kgh.gov.bd

Address: New Airport Road, Kurmitola, Dhaka Cantonment, Dhaka-1206

Website: https://kgh.gov.bd

(Contact lines and duty hours can change over time — it's always wise to ring ahead before an emergency visit or admission, especially since Friday is observed as the hospital's weekly holiday.)

What This Hospital Is Known For

Ask around Dhaka and you'll hear Kurmitola General Hospital mentioned most often for two things: handling road-accident emergencies from the airport corridor, and serving as a solid, low-cost general hospital with a full-time teaching staff attached to AFMC. Its Casualty, Orthopaedic, and Burn & Plastic Surgery units see especially heavy patient traffic.

Commonly Sought Treatments

People typically come to Kurmitola General Hospital for:

Accident and emergency trauma management

Fracture care and orthopaedic surgery

Burn injuries and plastic surgery

General surgical procedures

Childbirth, prenatal and gynaecological care

Newborn and child healthcare

Heart-related consultations (Cardiology)

Kidney dialysis

Eye and ENT problems

Departments You'll Find Here

The hospital runs a full range of outpatient and inpatient departments:

Outpatient (OPD) side: Medicine, Paediatrics, Skin & VD, Surgery, Ophthalmology, ENT, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Emergency, Dentistry, M.R. Clinic & Family Planning Counselling, EPI (vaccination), ORT Corner, Burn & Plastic Surgery, Neuro-Surgery, Urology, DOTS Corner (TB care), Orthopaedics, Cardiology, and a Dialysis unit.

Inpatient (admission) side: Medicine, Paediatric Medicine, Neonatal care, Skin & VD, Nephrology, Cardiology, General Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery, Ophthalmology, ENT, Urology, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Paying Ward, Cabins, ICU, Casualty, and Burn & Plastic Surgery.

Keep in mind that not every consultant is on duty every day — checking the OPD roster or calling ahead saves patients a wasted trip when they need a particular specialist.

Services & Facilities on Offer

General OPD consultation across specialties

24-hour Emergency & Casualty response

Inpatient admission, with Paying Ward and private Cabins available

Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

Dialysis services for kidney patients

A dedicated Burn & Plastic Surgery Unit

Basic diagnostics — Pathology, X-ray, Ultrasound, ECG

Family planning counselling and child immunization (EPI)

TB screening and treatment through the DOTS Corner

For anything highly specialized or equipment-dependent, it's best to call the hospital directly beforehand, since availability can shift.

Why People Choose Kurmitola General Hospital

One of Dhaka's largest government general hospitals, with 500 beds

Go-to facility for road-accident trauma and emergency care

Doubles as a training hospital for Armed Forces Medical College doctors

Government pricing keeps treatment costs low

Broad department coverage means most conditions can be treated in one place

Convenient location for residents of Uttara, Cantonment, and the Airport area

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a government-run hospital?

Yes — it's operated by the Directorate General of Health Services under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, and it also serves as the teaching hospital for AFMC.

Is emergency care available here?

Yes, there's a dedicated Emergency and Casualty department with its own helpline for urgent situations.

Where exactly is it located?

New Airport Road, Kurmitola, Dhaka Cantonment, Dhaka-1206.

How many beds does it have?

500 beds in total.

Can I see a specialist doctor?

Yes, through the OPD — though which specialist is available depends on the day's duty roster. Note that the hospital stays closed on Fridays for regular OPD services.

What numbers can I call for contact or appointments?

Emergency: +8802-55062350. Hotline: 55062201 / 55062349. Mobile: 01557-247707 / 01769-010200 (available 8 AM to 3 PM, except for emergencies).

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