Home Medical Care
IHS was among the first in Pakistan to formalize home healthcare. Through its 24/7 helpline (111-DOCTOR), patients can access:
– Doctor and paramedic home visits
– Nursing care (short- or long-term)
– Lab sample collection, IV infusions, vaccinations
– Home-use medical equipment (oxygen cylinders, cardiac monitors, hospital beds)
🏫 School Health Programs
Active since 1997, these programs provide:
– Regular medical screenings
– Preventive health education
– Early detection of illnesses
– On-site clinics in schools like City School, Islamabad Convent, and Sheikh Zayed International
🏢 Corporate & Occupational Health
IHS supports employee health and safety through:
– Pre-employment & periodic medicals
– Vaccination drives
– Workplace safety training
– In-house clinics and emergency services
– Productivity-enhancing wellness programs
🏥 Clinical Care Facilities
In Islamabad-Rawalpindi, IHS runs general and specialty outpatient clinics along with the IHS Children & Family Hospital in F-10, offering:
– 24/7 pediatric and family care
– Pediatric ICU, immunizations, ENT, dental care
– Developmental assessments and child psychology support
📈 Public Health & PPP Projects
Under government PPPs, IHS manages over 100 primary healthcare centers in Sindh and Punjab, including:
– 105 Rural Health Centers (Sindh)
– 6 Tehsil Headquarters Hospitals (THQs)
– 111 facilities in Punjab delivering free, round-the-clock medical care
What are the unique capabilities of IHS?
– 24/7 national helpline (111‑DOCTOR) for home and clinical support
– Ambulance services for home-call emergencies
– Medical equipment rentals
– School outreach to 1.65 million children
– Corporate wellness campaigns to reduce absenteeism
– Free healthcare to rural populations via PPP programs
What are the strengths of IHS?
✅ Integrated and seamless care across home, school, workplace, and clinical settings
✅ Wide outreach through rural PPP health centers
✅ First-mover advantage in home healthcare and school screenings
✅ Modern infrastructure and regulatory-compliant services
What challenges does IHS face?
⚠️ Maintaining consistent service quality across a broad and diversified network
⚠️ In 2021, performance issues in some PPP districts led the Sindh government to terminate IHS contracts in those areas
How is IHS contributing to healthcare in Pakistan?
IHS is reshaping how healthcare is delivered by bridging the gaps between preventive, curative, and supportive services. It is pioneering integrated models that touch urban families, rural communities, school children, and corporate employees — making it a key player in Pakistan’s evolving healthcare system.
Where can I contact or learn more about IHS?
📞 Helpline: 111-DOCTOR (362-867)
🌐 Website: [Typically available via Google search: “Integrated Health Services Pakistan”]
🏢 Headquarters: Based in Islamabad with nationwide operations