Finding a Government Hospital
Quick answer
Government hospitals (upazila health complexes, district hospitals, medical college hospitals) run under the Directorate General of Health Services. Use dghs.gov.bd, the Bangladesh e-Directory, or the 16263 health call centre to find one near you.
Documents required
- Your district/upazila name
- Patient NID or birth registration (may be needed for admission/ticket)
- Previous prescriptions or medical papers, if any
Steps
- Open the DGHS website dghs.gov.bd.
- On the homepage look for 'Health Call Centre 16263', 'Bangladesh e-Directory' and 'Map' links.
- Select your district/upazila in the e-Directory to find the nearest government hospital.
- In an emergency call 999 (shown under 'Emergency contacts' on the site).
- At the hospital take an outpatient ticket and see the doctor.
Common mistakes
- Relying on lists from private blogs.
- Going without checking outpatient hours.
- Travelling far in an emergency instead of the nearest hospital.
FAQ
Where can I find the government hospital list?
The DGHS website (dghs.gov.bd) and the Bangladesh e-Directory carry office information.
Can I get hospital information by phone?
The DGHS website mentions the 16263 health call centre.
Can I apply directly from this site?
No. NagorikSheba is an independent information platform — applications can only be made at the relevant government office or its official website.