PNS Shifa Hospital

PNS Shifa Hospital is the flagship tertiary care and teaching hospital of the Pakistan Navy, located on Main Korangi Road near Kala Pul, Clifton Cantonment, Karachi. Established in 1953, it is the oldest hospital in the Pakistan Navy and one of the most comprehensively equipped military hospitals in Pakistan. With 886 beds and 34 CPSP-accredited specialties, PNS Shifa serves as a major referral center for both Pakistan Navy personnel and civilian patients in Karachi.

The hospital is affiliated with Bahria University Medical and Dental College and is accredited by both the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) and the College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan (CPSP). It operates as a teaching and postgraduate training institution alongside its full clinical and surgical services. PNS Shifa is open to civilian patients on a fee-for-service basis through its 34 specialty OPD clinics, and provides 24-hour emergency and trauma services to the public.

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History and Overview of PNS Shifa Hospital Karachi

PNS Shifa Hospital was established in 1953 under the Pakistan Navy, with initial assistance from the British Royal Navy's Medical Service. It began as a training facility for sick berth attendants and evolved steadily over the following decades in both clinical and academic capacity. In 1970, the training school was redesignated as the Medical Assistant Training School. In 1982, it was renamed the Pakistan Navy Nursing School to accommodate female nursing cadets and Armed Forces Nursing Services (AFNS) trainee officers. It was later updated to the Pakistan Navy Medical Training School, reflecting its expanded role in postgraduate training for medical officers.

A landmark in the hospital's clinical development came in September 2017 when Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Muhammad Zakaullah inaugurated a 25-bed Interventional Cardiac Unit at PNS Shifa, the first of its kind in the Pakistan Armed Forces network in southern Pakistan. The unit specializes in catheter-based treatments for structural heart diseases including coronary angiography, angioplasty, pacemaker implantation, and CT angiography. In the same period, a sixth operation theatre was inaugurated, increasing surgical capacity and reducing procedural wait times for both military and civilian patients.

Today PNS Shifa Hospital operates with 886 beds across multi-specialty wards, ICUs, and CCUs, with 34 specialties fully accredited by the CPSP. It is affiliated with Bahria University Medical and Dental College for undergraduate and postgraduate medical and nursing programs, and is designated by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) as a contingency hospital for industrial and technical disasters in Karachi. The hospital is also a designated Expanded Program on Immunization (EPI) center under the Sindh health department.

Clinical Departments at PNS Shifa Hospital Karachi

PNS Shifa Hospital provides specialist care across 34 CPSP-accredited departments covering a comprehensive range of medical, surgical, and diagnostic disciplines for both military and civilian patients.

• General Medicine and Internal Medicine
• General Surgery
• Cardiology and Interventional Cardiology
• Cardiac Surgery
• Neurology and Neurosurgery
• Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery
• Gynecology and Obstetrics
• Pediatrics and Pediatric Surgery
• Urology
• Nephrology
• Oncology
• Pulmonology and Chest Medicine
• Gastroenterology
• Dermatology
• Ophthalmology
• ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat)
• Psychiatry and Mental Health
• Endocrinology and Diabetes
• Rheumatology
• Hematology
• Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
• Vascular Surgery
• Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation
• Nutrition and Dietetics
• Radiology and Diagnostic Imaging
• Pathology and Laboratory Medicine
• Anesthesia and Critical Care

To confirm which department best suits your condition or to check specialist availability, contact oladoc before your visit.

Services and Facilities at PNS Shifa Hospital Karachi

PNS Shifa Hospital provides a full range of tertiary inpatient, outpatient, surgical, diagnostic, critical care, and emergency services at its Clifton Cantonment facility in Karachi.

Outpatient Department (OPD)

PNS Shifa Hospital provides outpatient services to civilian patients through more than 34 specialty clinics operating on a fee-for-service basis. Consultant physicians, surgeons, and specialists are available for scheduled appointments across all major clinical departments. Patients can obtain an appointment token at the hospital's appointment desk.

OPD timings for individual specialists vary by department and day. To confirm availability before visiting, call the oladoc helpline at 021-38140600.

Emergency and Trauma Department

PNS Shifa Hospital's emergency and trauma department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and is open to both military personnel and civilian patients. The emergency hall includes approximately 20 beds and is staffed by trained emergency physicians and specialist teams. The department handles trauma, cardiac emergencies, neurological events, acute surgical cases, and other life threatening conditions, with direct access to ICU, CCU, and six operation theatres for immediate escalation.

Interventional Cardiac Unit and Cath Lab

PNS Shifa Hospital houses the first Interventional Cardiac Unit in the Pakistan Armed Forces network in southern Pakistan, inaugurated in September 2017. The 25-bed unit specializes in catheter-based procedures for structural heart disease. Services available include:

• Coronary angiography and angioplasty
• CT angiography
• Permanent pacemaker implantation
• Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) implantation
• Structural heart disease interventions

ICU and CCU

PNS Shifa Hospital operates dedicated Intensive Care Units and Coronary Care Units for critically ill patients requiring continuous monitoring and advanced life support. The units are staffed by trained intensivists and specialist nursing teams and equipped with modern cardiac monitors, ventilators, and life support infrastructure around the clock.

Operation Theatres

PNS Shifa Hospital operates six fully equipped operation theatres handling both routine and complex surgical procedures across all specialties. All theatres are maintained under strict military-grade sterilization and infection control protocols. Surgical specialties performed include:

• General and laparoscopic surgery
• Cardiothoracic surgery
• Neurosurgery
• Orthopedic and trauma surgery
• Gynecological and obstetric surgery
• Urological surgery
• Vascular surgery
• Oncological surgery
• Plastic and reconstructive surgery
• ENT surgery
• Ophthalmic surgery
• Pediatric surgery

Diagnostic Laboratory and Radiology

PNS Shifa Hospital's diagnostic center provides comprehensive pathological and radiological testing services for both inpatients and outpatients. Available services include hematology, biochemistry, microbiology, histopathology, blood banking, X-Ray, CT scan, MRI, ultrasound, and Doppler imaging. The radiology and pathology departments support all 34 clinical specialties within the hospital.

Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation

PNS Shifa Hospital provides in-house physiotherapy and rehabilitation services for patients recovering from surgery, orthopedic injuries, neurological conditions, and cardiac procedures. The department supports both inpatients during their hospital stay and outpatients attending follow-up rehabilitation sessions.

Nutrition and Dietetics

PNS Shifa Hospital's nutrition department provides clinical dietetic assessments and personalized nutrition plans for patients with chronic diseases, post-surgical recovery needs, metabolic conditions, and weight management requirements. Ms. Urooj Zia, a nutritionist with expertise in clinical dietetics, is available through oladoc for consultations at PNS Shifa Hospital.

Blood Bank

An in-house blood bank at PNS Shifa Hospital provides a reliable supply of blood products for surgical, trauma, hematological, and emergency patients. The blood bank supports all clinical departments within the hospital around the clock.

In-House Pharmacy

PNS Shifa Hospital operates a hospital pharmacy serving both inpatients and outpatients. Prescription medications, medical supplies, and pharmaceutical counseling are available to patients and their families within the hospital.

Vaccination Center

PNS Shifa Hospital is a designated Expanded Program on Immunization (EPI) center under the Sindh provincial health department. The vaccination center provides immunization services for children and adults as part of the national and provincial immunization programs.

Teaching and Academic Programs

As a leading teaching hospital affiliated with Bahria University Medical and Dental College Karachi (BUHSCK), PNS Shifa Hospital offers undergraduate medical (MBBS) and nursing (BSN) programs, as well as postgraduate training for FCPS and MCPS candidates across 34 CPSP-accredited specialties. The Pakistan Navy Medical Training School, based at PNS Shifa, provides training for naval medical branch personnel including sick berth attendants, medical assistants, and nursing cadets.

PNS Shifa Hospital Karachi Doctors List

Doctors at PNS Shifa Hospital Karachi are available through oladoc for appointments and consultations. To confirm doctor availability and book an appointment, call the oladoc helpline at 021-38140600. Currently available through oladoc:

• Urooj Zia, Nutritionist

The complete list of doctors available at PNS Shifa Hospital Karachi can be found on oladoc. Book your appointment above or reach out to oladoc directly.

PNS Shifa Hospital Karachi Consultation Fees

PNS Shifa Hospital provides outpatient services to civilian patients on a fee-for-service basis. Consultation fees vary by specialist and department. As a military hospital, subsidized rates apply for Pakistan Navy personnel and their families, while civilian patients are seen at standard OPD rates.

For the most current fee information for a specific specialist or department, patients are advised to contact oladoc or the hospital directly before their visit.

PNS Shifa Hospital Karachi Timings

PNS Shifa Hospital operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for emergency, trauma, ICU, and critical care services. OPD clinics operate on scheduled days and times that vary by specialty and consultant.

Patients are advised to confirm their specialist's OPD schedule with oladoc before visiting to avoid unnecessary waiting.

PNS Shifa Hospital Karachi Address and Location

PNS Shifa Hospital is located on Main Korangi Road, near Kala Pul, Clifton Cantonment, Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan.

The hospital is situated in the Clifton Cantonment area of Karachi, close to Defence Housing Authority (DHA) Phase II. It is accessible from Clifton, DHA, and other parts of southern Karachi via Main Korangi Road.

How to Book an Appointment at PNS Shifa Hospital Through oladoc

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• Call the oladoc helpline at 021-38140600. An oladoc agent will confirm doctor availability, timings, and consultation details and guide you through the next steps.
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Why Patients Choose PNS Shifa Hospital Karachi

• Established in 1953, the oldest and flagship hospital of the Pakistan Navy
• 886 beds and 34 CPSP-accredited specialties under one roof
• Affiliated with Bahria University Medical and Dental College for undergraduate and postgraduate programs
• First Interventional Cardiac Unit in southern Pakistan's Armed Forces network
• Six operation theatres with military-grade sterilization protocols
• 24/7 emergency, trauma, ICU, and CCU services open to civilian patients
• Designated NDMA contingency hospital and EPI vaccination center for Sindh
• Open to civilian patients on fee-for-service basis through 34 specialty OPD clinics

What is the consultation fee at PNS Shifa Hospital Karachi?

PNS Shifa Hospital provides outpatient consultations to civilians on a fee-for-service basis. Fees vary by specialist and department. Subsidized rates apply for Pakistan Navy personnel. Contact oladoc to confirm current OPD fees before your visit.

What are the timings of PNS Shifa Hospital Karachi?

Emergency, ICU, and trauma services at PNS Shifa Hospital operate 24/7. OPD clinic timings vary by specialist and department. Patients should confirm their specialist's schedule with oladoc before visiting.

Where is PNS Shifa Hospital Karachi located?

PNS Shifa Hospital is located on Main Korangi Road, near Kala Pul, Clifton Cantonment, Karachi. It is accessible from Clifton, DHA, and surrounding areas of southern Karachi.

Is PNS Shifa Hospital open to civilian patients?

Yes. PNS Shifa Hospital provides outpatient services to civilian patients on a fee-for-service basis through more than 34 specialty OPD clinics. Emergency and trauma services are also available to civilians 24/7. Pakistan Navy personnel and their families receive prioritized and subsidized care.

What makes PNS Shifa Hospital different from other hospitals in Karachi?

PNS Shifa Hospital is one of the few hospitals in Pakistan with 34 CPSP-accredited specialties under one roof, an Interventional Cardiac Unit that was the first of its kind in southern Pakistan's Armed Forces network, and postgraduate training programs affiliated with Bahria University. It is also the only hospital in Karachi designated as an NDMA contingency facility for industrial and technical disasters.

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