Hayatabad Medical Complex (HMC) is a major public-sector teaching hospital in the Hayatabad suburb of Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Established in 1992, it has grown into one of the city’s largest hospitals with a capacity of about 1,280 beds, serving patients from across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and neighboring Afghanistan. It operates within a regional public-hospital network alongside key facilities such as Khyber Teaching Hospital (KTH) and Women Hospital Hayatabad.
Institution & Governance
Operated under the KP Department of Health and affiliated with Khyber Girls Medical College, HMC is a recognized postgraduate training center and forms part of the provincial Medical Teaching Institutions (MTI) network, and collaborates with other public facilities such as Combined Military Hospital (CMH), Peshawar.
Core Services & Specialties
- Emergency & 24/7 Care: Fully functional trauma and casualty department with multi-specialty support
- Gastroenterology & GI Lab: 35+ beds and services including endoscopy, ERCP, colonoscopy, dilation, stenting and more
- Spine Unit: Pakistan’s only public-sector spine surgery unit since 2011, offering minimally invasive and affordable care
- Pediatrics: Includes Pediatrics A & B units with a nursery, high-dependency beds, and neonatal facilities
- Surgical Department: 70-bed unit offering laparoscopic, endo-urology, gastrointestinal and emergency surgery; teaching programs for trainees
- Internal Medicine: Inpatient, outpatient and emergency medical care with procedures like dialysis and GI endoscopies
- Radiology: Advanced imaging including CT (two 128-slice), MRI, mammography, DEXA, Doppler, interventional suites, portable services
- Pathology & Laboratory Services: ISO‑certified pathology lab with hematology, biochemistry, microbiology, molecular, histopathology, and blood bank
For obstetric and women’s health services, HMC coordinates with Women Hospital Hayatabad to ensure seamless access to specialized care.
Academic & Training Role
As a teaching hospital affiliated with Khyber Girls Medical College and PGMI, it provides undergraduate and postgraduate training in medicine, surgery, orthopedics, and other specialties—supporting FCPS programs and trainee development
Recent Enhancements
In 2017, a burns and trauma center was inaugurated. New initiatives include a free Drugs Bank in cardiology, telemedicine services, and an Executive Cardiology Clinic—highlighted in a July 2024 update and ongoing improvements through 2025.
Community Reach & Referral Role
HMC serves a wide catchment—from local residents of western Peshawar to rural districts and Afghanistan—acting as a tertiary referral hub in the region, and is part of a broader network that includes facilities like Combined Military Hospital (CMH), Peshawar.
Challenges and Capacity
The hospital frequently operates near full capacity. In May 2020, it briefly turned away patients due to full occupancy—a reflection of high demand for government-funded care.
Similar capacity pressures are also addressed by nearby facilities such as Muhammadi Hospital (Trust), Hayatabad.
FAQs
How many beds are at HMC?
Approximately 1,280 beds across multiple specialties and inpatient wings
Does HMC offer postgraduate training?
Yes. It is affiliated with PGMI and KGMC for undergraduate and postgraduate (FCPS) programs in multiple specialties
Is there a spine surgery facility?
Yes. It has the only public-sector spine surgery unit in Pakistan, established in 2011
Does HMC conduct advanced imaging?
Yes. It offers CT, MRI, mammography, DEXA, Doppler, portable X-ray, and interventional radiology
Does it accept Sehat Card patients?
Yes. Sehat Insaf Card-based treatments resumed in Ramadan 2024 for eligible patients
Conclusion
As a cornerstone of tertiary care in KP, HMC continues to expand access to emergency, critical, and specialized spine and GI services, while reinforcing its role as a premier teaching and regional referral center for patients from across the province and beyond.
