History & Introduction
The hospital was founded on 29 October 1978, emerging from a charitable dispensary started by residents of Model Town, Ludhiana, who raised ₹8,400 through “Larriwaar Kirtan” events. Land was granted by then–Punjab CM Giani Zail Singh and initial construction supported by CM of Karnataka, Dev Raj Urs. What began with 22 beds grew into a full-fledged, four‑storey multi‑specialty hospital under the Guru Teg Bahadur Sahib (Charitable) Hospital Society. Today it operates on the principles of compassion, affordability, recovery, and empathy.
Infrastructure (Building & Facilities)
- Bed Capacity: Currently 354 beds, with plans to expand to around 500 beds.
- Facilities: Includes 5 fully air‑conditioned operating theatres, central oxygen supply, an 8‑bed recovery room, a newly built 13‑bed air‑conditioned emergency ward, and a 10‑bed Coronary Care Unit with central and peripheral cardiac monitors.
Medical Facilities & Departments
The hospital offers a broad range of specialties including:
- Medicine, General Surgery
- Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Pediatrics & Neonatology (with NICU and PICU)
- Orthopaedics (with physiotherapy), ENT, Ophthalmology, Dermatology, Psychiatry
- Super specialties: Urology, Plastic Surgery, Gastroenterology (first in Ludhiana), among others. Also dental surgery, dietetics.
Diagnostic & Laboratory Services
- Advanced imaging and diagnostics: Ultrasound, X‑ray (4 machines), computerized TMT, pulmonary function tests, EEG, laparoscopy, endoscopy, arthroscopy.
- Pathology, microbiology, and other labs. Physiotherapy and speech therapy available on site.
Doctors & Staff
- Staffed by approximately 50 doctors and 300 paramedical personnel, including specialists in each department.
- Internship and house job opportunities are approved by the Medical Council of India, and students from multiple institutions receive clinical training here.
Pharmacy & Medicine Facility
- An in‑house pharmacy operates within the hospital, ensuring affordable supply of medications to all patients. The charitable mission ensures cost-effective access.
Ambulance & Emergency Services
- 24×7 Emergency Department: A 13‑bed emergency ward is fully air‑conditioned and equipped to handle medical and traumatic emergencies.
- Ambulance support is available to manage critical patients and provide transport when needed.
Patient Services & Management
- Offers general OPD services, diagnostics, inpatient care, and specialized surgeries.
- The hospital conducts regular medical camps and outreach OPDs in rural Punjab, providing free consultation and diagnostics. Annual preventive health check-ups are also promoted.
Safety & Hygiene Standards
- The hospital maintains strict infection control and waste management protocols.
- Regular sanitation, fire safety compliance, and infection-control policies are enforced to ensure patient safety.
Hospital Address and Directions
Address:
Guru Teg Bahadur Sahib (C) Hospital Road, Shastri Nagar, Model Town, Ludhiana, Punjab 141002, India
Contact Numbers:
Reception: 0161‑4377100; Emergency: 0161‑4377103; CT Scan: 0161‑4377143; others: 0161‑4377190, 4377136 etc.
Hours:
OPD hours and timings vary by department; Emergency services operate 24×7.
Email:
Not publicly listed; nursing institute email available as [email protected]
