Overview & History
The Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS), established in 1985 in Sector G-8, Islamabad, serves as the capital’s primary tertiary‑care and teaching hospital. It comprises several units: Islamabad Hospital, Children’s Hospital, Mother & Child Health Centre, Burn Centre, and Cardiac Centre. Built across a 140-acre campus, PIMS was designed in the 1960s with construction completed by 1985. In the Islamabad area, patients may also consider nearby facilities such as Shifa International Hospital, Islamabad and the Federal Government Services Hospital (Polyclinic) for similar services, or explore options at Islamabad International Hospital & Research Center.
Hospital Units & Bed Capacity
- Islamabad Hospital – 592 beds in 22 specialties
- Children’s Hospital – 230 beds, including PICU, NICU, pediatric surgery and oncology
- Mother & Child Health Centre – 125 beds, obstetrics & gynecology
- Burn Care Centre – 24 beds
- Cardiac Centre – 99 beds with CCU & cardiac surgery
Clinical Specialties & Services
PIMS hosts 22 major specialties, including medicine, surgery, pediatrics, obstetrics/gynecology, orthopedics, neurology, nephrology, oncology, cardiology, pulmonology, neurosurgery, radiology, pathology, psychiatry, ENT, ophthalmology, dermatology, plastic surgery, infectious disease, critical care, anesthesia, and rehabilitation
Diagnostic & Support Facilities
- 24/7 Emergency & Trauma Centre, Accident & Emergency units across hospitals
- Radiology (X-ray, ultrasound, CT, angiography) & Pathology labs performing ~7 million tests annually
- Blood bank, dialysis, CCU, MICU, SICU, burn ICU
- Specialized services: bone marrow transplant, thalassemia, breast cancer screening, burn, pediatric oncology
Academic & Training Role
PIMS is affiliated with Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto Medical University. It supports undergraduate and postgraduate teaching via Quaid‑e‑Azam Postgraduate Medical College (since 1989) and houses colleges for nursing and medical technology. Dermatology and pathology departments offer FCPS/MD training. Private institutions like PAF Hospital, Islamabad also provide additional opportunities for clinical training.
Research & IT Initiatives
PIMS features collaborative research with WHO, UNICEF, and JICA. Its HMIS digital system uses over 70 computers networked across services to support medical records and pharmacy systems.
Patient Volume & Welfare
The hospital records over 1,200 daily OPD visits, about 60 inpatient admissions, and more than 200 emergency cases daily. Welfare support includes free meals, attendant sleeping quarters, and pediatric caregiver accommodation sponsored by Saylani Foundation under EHSAAS.
FAQs
Is PIMS a public/government hospital?
Yes. It's government-funded under the Capital Administration & Development Division
Does it offer emergency care 24/7?
Yes. Emergency units are operational around the clock with trained emergency consultants
Which specialties are covered?
All major medical & surgical fields including cardiology, neurosurgery, pediatrics, oncology, critical care, and more
Does it provide postgraduate training?
Yes. It trains doctors in various FCPS/MD specialties via its college affiliations
Is it accessible to all patients?
Yes. PIMS accepts patients from Islamabad and surrounding regions, and welfare services help support low-income families.
Are there accommodation facilities for attendants?
Yes. “Shelter Home” and pediatric caregiver accommodation on campus are provided free of cost.
Who accredits PIMS for teaching?
PIMS is affiliated with SZABMU and recognized by CPSP for specialty training
Can I get tertiary care services here?
Yes. Fully functional tertiary and quaternary services are available across its multiple centers
Sources & References
- PIMS official site – About, facilities, departments, HMIS, welfare
- Wikipedia – hospital history, components, education units
- MyHospitalNow – specialty listing & bed count
- Reddit discussions – emergency quality & training
