All about BP Poddar hospital, Kolkata

BP Poddar Hospital and Medical Research Centre, commonly known as BP Poddar Hospital, is one of the largest medical institutions near VIP Road at Poddar Vihar, in Kolkata. Founded in 1997, the hospital offers world-class treatment in 20 specialties in 9 super specialty clinics, including cardiology, cardiothoracic surgery, ENT, gastroenterology, paediatrics, gynaecology, nephrology, orthopaedics, etc. BP Poddar Hospital is well-known for its advanced research-based cardiac care. Over 50,000 patients from all across the state and beyond visit the hospital every year for treatment. In 2023, the hospital received the Swasthya Samman Award 2023 for its excellence in the advanced treatment in cardiology.

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BP Poddar hospital: Key facts

Founder	Late Badri Prasad Poddar
Year of inauguration	1987
Total medical departments	20 departments in 9 super specialities care
Facilities	●        220 beds ●        ICUs ●        Modular Operation theatres ●        Outpatient departments ●        150+ doctors and surgeons ●        24*7 emergency service ●        24*7 ambulance service ●        24*7 in-house pharmacy ●        Laboratories and research centres ●        24-hour burn care unit ●        9 clinics ●        20 specialities
Address	137, VIP Rd, Mali Bagan, Near Kaikhali Traffic Guard, Poddar Vihar, Kolkata 700052
Hours	Opens 24 hours
Phone	09836436999/ (+91) 8585035846/ 033 4022 6000
Website	https://www.bppoddarhospital.com/

 

How to Reach BP Poddar hospital?

Address

137, VIP Rd, Mali Bagan, Near Kaikhali Traffic Guard, Poddar Vihar, Kolkata 700052

By road

Kaikhali bus terminus is the nearest bus stop which is 700 metres away from the hospital. The hospital is just a 5-minute walk away.

By train

Dum Dum railway station is the closest station and it is 1.6 km away from the hospital. Private cabs are available from the station to reach the hospital. Furthermore, people can get local buses to reach the hospital.

By air

Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport in Dum Dum is situated 2.9 km away from the hospital. Direct buses and cabs are available from the airport to the hospital and it will take 15 minutes to reach the hospital.

 

BP Poddar Hospital: Specialties

• Cardiology
• Orthopaedics
• Gastroenterology
• Urology
• General surgery

 

BP Poddar Hospital: Medical services

• Large no. of beds: The BP Poddar Hospital has a total of 220 beds to offer quality treatments to all patients.
• ICUs: Intensive care units are well organised and properly sanitised.
• Modular Operation theatres: All operation theatres have the latest surgery equipment and experienced medical staff.
• Outpatient departments: The outpatient department is open from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.
• Doctors and surgeons: More than 150 doctors and experienced surgeons are associated with the hospital who offer quality treatment in all medical departments.
• Emergency service: Emergency service in the hospital is open 24 hours for any instant care.
• Round-the-clock ambulance service: This hospital has a 24-hour ambulance service for seamless pickup and dropoff of patients.
• In-house pharmacy: The in-house pharmacy offers all kinds of prescribed medicines by doctors.
• Laboratories and research centres: All laboratories and research centres have different facilities for pathology and other research centres to provide accurate pathology reports to patients.
• Burn care unit: The burn care unit is open for any emergency patient.
• Clinics: There are a total of 9 clinics for better treatments in specialities.
• Specialities: The hospital offers the latest treatment in 20 specialities including haematology, histopathology, urology, ENT, gastroenterology, orthopaedics, cardiology, cardio-thoracic surgeries, etc.

 

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FAQs

What are the visiting hours in the general ward of BP Poddar Hospital?

The visiting hours in the general ward of BP Poddar Hospital are from 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM and 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM.

What are the visiting hours in ITU in BP Poddar Hospital?

Family members and visitors can visit patients from 5:30 PM to 6:00 PM.

How can patients book an ambulance from BP Poddar Hospital?

People can directly call the emergency ambulance number 9007032832 to book an ambulance directly from the hospital.

Which services are available 24 hours in BP Poddar Hospital?

Ambulance service, burn care service, pharmacy, diagnosis service, and specific specialist services are open round-the-clock in the hospital.

Is the BP Poddar Hospital NABH accredited?

Yes, the hospital is accredited by the National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers (NABH).

What are the main specialities of the BP Poddar Hospital?

The hospital is renowned for Interventional Cardiology and Cardio-thoracic Vascular Surgeries.

What is the major bus route to reach the hospital from the Kolkata International Airport?

Several bus routes go near the hospital from the airport including AC 23A, DN 2/1, KB 21, AC 43, 46, AC 39, AC 37A, C 23, etc.

Is there any nearby accommodation to the BP Poddar Hospital?

Yes, several good hotels provide quality accommodation near the hospital. There are some affordable lodgings available nearby.

What is the nearest bus terminus to the hospital?

The nearest bus terminus is Kaikhali bus terminus which is only 700 metres away from the hospital and needs only 5 minutes to reach there walking.

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