All about Delhi’s Safdarjung hospital

The Safdarjung Hospital in New Delhi is a pre-Independence hospital established in 1942 by the British as a wartime hospital. The hospital has advanced trauma and burn care units and is well-equipped to handle serious accident cases. Over the years the hospital has evolved into a trusted public healthcare institution in Delhi. It is one of the best public hospitals in the city.

Operating from a single campus, the Safdarjung covers many specialties and super specialties, has over 750 resident doctors, 2500 nurses, advanced medical equipment and a well-trained support staff. 

Being a public hospital under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the treatment costs at Safdarjung Hospital are low and subsidised. The empaneled under the CGHS, ECHS, and other schemes for beneficiaries.

See also: Top 10 hospitals in Delhi-NCR

 

How to reach?

Address: Ansari Nagar East, near AIIMS Metro Station, New Delhi, Delhi 110029

By metro 

The nearest metro station is AIIMS on the Yellow Line. Due to the connectivity, the hospital is just 1 km away so it can be reached by auto, e-rickshaw, or on foot.

By road

The hospital has excellent road connectivity therefore access through buses, taxis, autos, and private transport is also available. It is close to Aurobindo Marg and Ring Road causing easier and faster access.

By rail 

As the New Delhi Railway Station is just 7 km away, therefore it is a frequently used public transport as means of transport are available from the station.

 

Medical services and facilities

Advanced diagnostics

As Safdarjung Hospital has state-of-the-art diagnostic machines like 128 Slice CT Scan, 3 Tesla MRI, Digital X-Ray, Mammography, and more therefore it has accurate diagnostics available for people. Additionally, it also has fully automated, NABL-accredited laboratories that provide top-class healthcare. 

Operation theatres

The hospital has 25 advanced modular operation theatres to perform surgeries along with laminar airflow as well as integrated HD camera systems for infection control and seamless procedures.

ICUs

It provides specialised ICU care through Medical, Surgical, Trauma, Neurosciences, Pediatric, Neonatal, as well as Cardiac ICUs fitted with ventilators, monitors, along with other critical care equipment. Additionally, this ensures round-the-clock care for critical patients.

Emergency services

As a significant hospital, a dedicated trauma and burn emergency unit is present. Firstly, it has beds, crash carts, and other emergency supplies. Secondly, the hospital is also backed by quick ambulance services and emergency medical response.

Pharmacy

As it has an in-house 24×7 pharmacy so it provides medicines for IPD as well as OPD patients at subsidised costs. Therefore, it also stocks all essential drugs.

IPD rooms

Safdarjung Hospital has about 2300 IPD beds with choices of general wards, private wards, as well as deluxe rooms for patient comfort. Additionally, the rooms are equipped with basic amenities for patients and attendants.

 

Key facts about Safdarjung Hospital

Established	1942
Campus Area	176 acre
Beds	Over 2,300
Key Facilities	Trauma and burn care units
Accreditations	NABH, NABL
Location	New Delhi
Address	Ansari Nagar East, near AIIMS Metro Station, New Delhi, Delhi 110029
Timings	Open 24×7
Phone	011 2673 0000
Website	www.vmmc-sjh.nic.in
Awards	Awarded Best Public Healthcare Facility by the Government of Delhi

 

FAQs

Where is Safdarjung Hospital located?

Safdarjung Hospital is located on Safdarjung Road in New Delhi. So, it is near Safdarjung Airport and AIIMS Delhi. And, the nearest metro station is AIIMS on the Yellow Line.

What are the major departments at Safdarjung Hospital?

Some of the major departments at Safdarjung Hospital include Medicine, Surgery, Orthopedics, Gynecology, Pediatrics, Cardiology, Neurology, as well as Radiology and others.

How many beds does Safdarjung Hospital have?

Safdarjung Hospital has around 2,000 beds. Thus, it is one of the largest government hospitals in India.

What is the emergency number for Safdarjung Hospital?

The emergency number for Safdarjung Hospital is 011 2673 0000. Thus, this number can be called in case of medical emergencies to reach the hospital.

Does Safdarjung Hospital have an OPD? What are the OPD timings?

Yes. Safdarjung has a large outpatient department (OPD), so it runs from 9 am to 1 pm from Monday to Friday as well as from 9 am to 12 noon on Saturdays. Along with this, separate OPDs are available for various specialties.

Does Safdarjung Hospital provide free treatment?

Safdarjung Hospital provides free treatment and medicines for patients below the poverty line as well as holders of certain government schemes like CGHS and ECHS. Alongside this, other patients have to pay nominal fees for consultations, treatments, and medicines.

What facilities are provided at Safdarjung Hospital?

There are many facilities available. Therefore, the facilities provided at Safdarjung Hospital include 24x7 emergency services, pharmacy, pathology lab, radiology diagnostics, ambulance services, blood bank, and canteen. Additionally, there are also resuscitation rooms, operating rooms, and ICUs for critical care.

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