KATHMANDU, JUNE 2
Bhaktapur Hospital has been declared the best hospital in Nepal, based on a recent assessment of minimum service standards.
At a programme held on Sunday to announce the results of the assessment, it was revealed that the 121-year-old Bhaktapur Hospital scored 90 out of 100 points-ranking it first among all hospitals nationwide.
Speaking at the event, Bagmati Province's Minister for Health, Kiran Thapa, noted that Bhaktapur Hospital has consistently maintained its top position for the fourth consecutive year. He emphasized the importance of continued integrity and dedication from hospital staff to maintain the quality of care.
Minister Thapa further announced that the provincial government has allocated NPR 10 million to initiate neurological services at the hospital. Dialysis services are expected to commence within a month, and additional budget provisions will be made in the upcoming fiscal year for the renovation of the hospital's historic building.
Bagmati Province Health Secretary Dr. Sumitra Gautam highlighted that Bhaktapur Hospital, the second-oldest in the country, has demonstrated how a strong commitment from staff, effective management, and protection from undue external influence can lead to excellence in healthcare delivery.
According to the evaluation, Lumbini Provincial Hospital ranked second with 89 points, followed by Bharatpur Hospital in third place with 88 points.
Among the 13 hospitals in Bagmati Province, Dhading Hospital secured second place with 82 points, while Trishuli Hospital came third with 81 points, as per Dr. Phanindra Prasad Baral of Bir Hospital, a member of the evaluation team.
Bhaktapur Hospital Director Surendra Prasad Bhatta shared updates on hospital services, reporting a rise in outpatient, inpatient, surgical, and maternity cases compared to previous years.
