The Nightingale Hospital in Kolkata was inaugurated in 2010 by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and is known for its state-of-the-art medical equipment, specialist doctors and affordable treatment. The hospital specialises in cardiology, neurology and several critical care treatments. 

 

Nightingale Hospital: Key facts

City	Kolkata
Established	2010
Area	60,000 square foot (sqft)
Address	11, Shakespeare Sarani Rd, Kankaria Estate, Park Street area, Kolkata, West Bengal – 700071
Timing	Open 24 hours
Phone	+91-33-40601000
Email	info@nightingalehospitalkolkata.com
Website	www.nightingalehospitalkolkata.com

 

How to reach Nightingale Hospital?

Location: 11, Shakespeare Sarani Road, Kankaria Estates, Park Street area, Kolkata, West Bengal – 700071

• By train: Take a local train to Kolkata’s Sealdah Railway Station, which is 3.5 km from the hospital. From there, you can take a taxi or auto rickshaw to cover the 10-minute drive.
• By metro: The closest metro station is Rabindra Sadan, on the Kolkata Metro’s North-South line. The hospital is a 1 km or 5-minute drive away from the metro station.
• By bus: Multiple buses connect Shakespeare Sarani Road to major hubs like Esplanade and Sealdah. The bus stop is right outside the hospital premises.
• By car: Use GPS navigation to guide you to 11 Shakespeare Sarani Road, where the hospital is located. There is parking available in the hospital premises.
• By air: Take a flight to the Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, which is located 18 km or a 40-minute drive from the hospital.

 

Nightingale Hospital: Medical services

Cardiology

• The cardiology department provides complete cardiac care, including diagnosis and treatment of various heart conditions.
• Diagnostic services include tests such as ECG, cardiac stress test, echocardiography, cardiac catheterisation to assess the heart’s functioning.
• Therapeutic procedures like angioplasty help open blocked arteries and clear plaque buildup. Pacemaker implantation helps regulate abnormal heart rhythms. Coronary bypass surgery grafts healthy arteries and improves blood supply to the heart.

Neurosciences

• The neurosciences centre is equipped with cutting-edge infrastructure to perform even the most complex brain and spine surgeries.
• Services include treatments for conditions like brain tumours, epilepsy, stroke as well as head, nerve and spine injuries.

24×7 Emergency and Trauma Care

• The hospital runs a 24-hour emergency room and trauma centre to handle critical and immediate care cases.
• It has dedicated intensive care units with ventilator support for seriously ill patients.

Disclaimer: The content provided is for informational purposes. It should not be considered professional advice.

 

FAQs

What are the different medical facilities available at Nightingale Hospital?

The 150-bed multi-speciality Nightingale Hospital houses advanced medical facilities for the treatment of various conditions under cardiology, neurology, nephrology, gastroenterology, urology, orthopaedics, oncology, gynaecology, paediatrics, etc. It offers 24x7 ER services and specialised diagnostics such as ECG, Echo, Cath Lab, CT & MRI scans, etc.

Is there an ICU facility available at the hospital?

Yes, Nightingale Hospital has fully equipped Intensive Care Units (ICUs) dedicated to various specialties, like the cardiac ICU. The ICUs are facilitated with ventilator support, patient monitoring systems and round-the-clock care to provide urgent and critical treatment.

Does the hospital provide accommodation facilities for patients and caregivers?

Yes, understanding patient needs, Nightingale Hospital tries to facilitate comfortable overnight guest houses and lodging options for visiting patients and caregivers, including affordable accommodation in their own guest house.

How can I estimate the costs for treatments or procedures at the hospital?

The cost of treatment can be estimated by the billing department based on your examination by the concerned specialist doctor. On sharing your medical reports, doctors assess the condition and provide cost estimates based on required diagnostics, medical/surgical procedures, number of days of hospitalisation, etc.

How can I book an appointment with doctors at Nightingale Hospital?

You can conveniently book online appointments on the hospital website with any specialty doctor or walk into the OPD during visiting hours from 9 AM to 5 PM. In emergency cases, visit the ER directly for immediate medical care.

Does Nightingale Hospital have an emergency ambulance service?

Yes, Nightingale Hospital provides 24/7 emergency ambulance services manned by trained EMT workers for medical emergencies at home or workplace. The ambulances are equipped with life-saving equipment and drugs to stabilise patients while transporting them to the hospital ER.

Is there a provision for medico-legal cases at the hospital?

Nightingale attends to trauma cases, accidents or medicolegal cases while following all necessary protocols and regulations. The emergency team handles such cases, securing police permissions where required, while the legal cell offers guidance on documentation and requisite formalities as per laws.

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