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BIRDEMGeneral Hospital
BIRDEM General Hospital
Since: 1980
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1 consultant listed
Busiest department
Endocrinology & Diabetes
Next free slot
Today, 5:00 PM
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Free cancellation up to 2 hours before your slot
In short
BIRDEM General Hospital is a general hospital in Dhaka, Bangladesh, serving patients since 1980. It runs 7 departments, including Endocrinology & Diabetes, General Medicine and Nephrology & Dialysis. One consultant here takes appointment requests on bookingMentor.
BIRDEM General Hospital, a prominent healthcare institution, has carved its name as a leading figure in the medical landscape of Bangladesh. Established in 1980, BIRDEM, short for the Bangladesh Institute of Research and Rehabilitation in Diabetes, Endocrine, and Metabolic Disorders, is situated at the esteemed Shahbag Square in Dhaka. With a substantial 600-bed complex, the hospital is a cornerstone in the nation's healthcare network.
Acknowledged as a WHO Cooperating Center on Diabetes, BIRDEM stands tall as the largest and most distinguished diabetes treatment center, globally recognized for its dedicated service. Handling nearly 3,500 patients daily, the hospital boasts a comprehensive healthcare facility that is not only affordable but also accessible to all. Its esteemed team of skilled physicians, seasoned staff, and accomplished researchers contribute to its prestigious status.
BIRDEM General Hospital's commitment to quality patient care extends to all strata of society, providing standardized treatment at minimal costs. This institution's standing as one of the top 10 hospitals in Bangladesh underscores its position as a trusted healthcare provider. With its legacy of excellence, BIRDEM General Hospital continues to be a beacon of hope and health in the nation's medical landscape.
Booking through this page is free: the consultation fee is paid at the counter on the day, and members of the Diabetic Association receive a reduced rate on both the fee and the registration charge. Most pathology reports are ready within 24 hours.
The hospital runs a 24-hour emergency department with its own ambulance fleet dispatched from the Shahbagh gate, alongside intensive care, a dedicated cardiac unit, haemodialysis in shifts, and an on-site blood bank. A wound clinic and retinopathy screening service support the diabetes caseload, and every endocrinology patient is offered an individual meal plan through the nutrition unit.
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Mon - 08:00AM - 08:00PM
Monday08:00AM - 08:00PM
Tuesday08:00AM - 08:00PM
Wednesday08:00AM - 08:00PM
Thursday08:00AM - 08:00PM
FridayEmergency only
Saturday09:00AM - 06:00PM
Sunday09:00AM - 05:00PM
Suggested Booking: More than 3 hours
Key information
- Established: 1980
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Why choose this hospital?
Typical cabin stay is 2 - 3 nights!
Top location: Shahbagh intersection, opposite the National Museum
Cabin meals
- Diet-controlled
- Attendant meals!
Cabins with:
- City view
- Attendant bed
Free WiFiFree Wi-Fi covers the outpatient lobby, cabins and the visitor cafeteria.
PVisitor car park on site (paid)
Slots are open
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Facilities on site
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Emergency & ambulance
Round the clock, with ambulances dispatched from the Shahbagh gate.
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ICU, CCU & HDU
Critical care beds with ventilator support and a dedicated cardiac unit.
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Dialysis unit
Haemodialysis in shifts from early morning, booked through nephrology.
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Pathology & imaging
Biochemistry, X-ray, ultrasound, CT and MRI within the complex.
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24-hour pharmacy
Insulin and diabetes supplies at controlled prices.
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Blood transfusion
On-site blood bank with donor registration.
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Diabetic foot care
Wound clinic and footwear unit for ulcer prevention.
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Retinopathy screening
Eye camp and laser therapy for diabetic eye disease.
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Diet & nutrition
Individual meal planning included with endocrinology follow-up.
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Claimed codes apply at checkout when you book a stay or trip (appointments here are paid at the counter)Available Specialities
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Getting there
Shahbagh intersection, opposite the National Museum. Traffic is heaviest 8:00–10:00 AM.
Main campus, 122 Kazi Nazrul Islam Avenue, Shahbagh, Dhaka 1000
BIRDEM-2, 1/A Segun Bagicha Road, Dhaka 1000
Shahbagh Metro (MRT-6)4 min walk
National Museum2 min walk
Dhaka University campus6 min walk
Hazrat Shahjalal Intl. (DAC)45 min drive
Shahbagh bus stand3 min walk
Visitor car parkOn-site, paid
Patient policy
What to bring, what it costs and what to expect on the day.
Appointments
Booking is free; the consultation fee is paid at the counter on the day.
Walk-in registration is available for most departments but expect a long wait between 8:00 and 11:00 AM. Arrive 20 minutes before a booked slot to complete registration.
What to bring
National ID or birth certificate, your Diabetic Association card if you hold one, previous prescriptions, and any test reports from the last six months.
Bring your current medicine strips or a written list. For a diabetes follow-up, bring your glucose diary or meter.
Fees & payment
Registration and consultation fees are paid at the counter on the day and depend on the consultant; ask the hospital for current rates. Association members receive a reduced rate on both.
Cash, bKash, Nagad and cards are accepted at the billing counter. Keep every receipt: admission, tests and pharmacy are billed separately.
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Admission
Admission is arranged through the consultant or the emergency department. A refundable advance is taken at admission and adjusted against the final bill.
One attendant may stay with each admitted patient. Attendant passes are issued at the ward desk and must be shown on entry.
Reports & records
Most pathology reports are ready within 24 hours and can be collected from the report counter or sent by email on request.
Discharge summaries and imaging films are issued once the bill is cleared. Copies of older records require a written application at the medical records office.
Cancellation
Cancel or reschedule free of charge up to 2 hours before the slot. Booking fees are not charged, so nothing is forfeited.
Consultants occasionally reschedule clinics at short notice for surgery or emergencies. You will be called on the number given at booking.
Conduct on site
Photography and filming are not permitted in wards, the emergency department or diagnostic areas, to protect other patients' privacy.
The entire campus is non-smoking. Mobile phones must be switched off in the ICU, CCU and operating theatre corridors.
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Walk-in registration is open for most departments, but the wait between 8:00 and 11:00 AM is long. Booking a slot here is free and you still pay at the counter on the day.
Pathology reports can be emailed at no extra charge: ask at the report counter when you give the sample. Imaging films must still be collected in person once the bill is cleared.
Yes. Several departments have female consultants, including endocrinology, obstetrics and ophthalmology. Filter the consultant list by department to see who is on this week.
Yes, one person can stay. Collect the attendant pass from the ward desk on the day of admission, as staff check it at the floor entrance.
Cash, cards, bKash and Nagad are all accepted at the billing counter. Admission, tests and pharmacy are billed separately, so keep every receipt.
Shahbagh metro station (MRT-6) is a four-minute walk and the Shahbagh bus stand is three. The National Museum sits directly opposite the main gate.
The physiotherapy and rehabilitation suite operates 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Saturday to Thursday, by appointment through your consultant.
All deluxe and VIP cabins have a private bathroom. General ward beds share facilities on each floor.
Phones must be switched off in the ICU, CCU and theatre corridors; elsewhere they are fine to use, and the Wi-Fi in the public areas and cabins costs nothing.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Booking
Three ways: the form on this page, a call to +880 2 41060501, or in person at the counter. No booking fee is charged.
1 consultant is listed for BIRDEM General Hospital on bookingMentor, with a profile page of their own.
Prices & payment
It varies by consultant, so ask the hospital for the current rate before you come. Diabetic Association members pay less, and tests, admission and pharmacy each come on their own bill.
BIRDEM General Hospital accepts 5 payment methods, all shown on this page.
Cancellations & changes
Cancel or reschedule free of charge up to two hours before your slot. Because no booking fee is taken, nothing is forfeited. If a consultant reschedules a clinic for surgery or an emergency, you are called on the number given at booking.
Health & safety
Seven departments run consultant clinics, and each one is shown under Available Specialities on this page.
The outpatient department (OPD) of BIRDEM General Hospital is open on 7 days of the week; the hours for each day are in the opening hours on this page.
Yes, BIRDEM General Hospital has emergency & ambulance. The details are with the facilities on this page.
BIRDEM General Hospital is in Dhaka, Bangladesh. The full address and directions are under Getting there. Other campuses: BIRDEM-2.
The phone number of BIRDEM General Hospital is +880 2 41060501. Website: birdembd.org.
BIRDEM General Hospital has been serving patients since 1980.
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Timing & weather
Usually within a day for blood and other lab tests, and there is no charge for having them emailed. Films and the discharge summary are released only after the bill is settled.
Getting there
Getting there on this page lists 6 ways to reach BIRDEM General Hospital, starting with Shahbagh Metro (MRT-6) and National Museum.
Parking details for BIRDEM General Hospital are under Getting there on this page.