Welcome to Ramakrishna Mission Hospital, Itanagar, a sanctuary of healing and a beacon of hope for the people of Arunachal Pradesh and beyond. For decades, we have stood as a pillar of strength in the community, guided by the profound philosophy of Swami Vivekananda: serving the sick and the needy as a form of divine worship.
Our institution is more than just a hospital; it is a mission. A mission to provide accessible, affordable, and high-quality healthcare to every individual, irrespective of their caste, creed, or financial standing. We blend state-of-the-art medical technology with a deep-rooted commitment to compassionate care, ensuring that every patient who walks through our doors receives not only the best treatment but also warmth, respect, and holistic support.
From our bustling Out-Patient Departments to our advanced critical care units, from life-saving surgeries to extensive community outreach programs in the remotest corners of the state, our work is a testament to our unwavering dedication. Explore our services, learn about our impact, and discover why generations have placed their trust in us.
Why Choose Ramakrishna Mission Hospital?
We understand that choosing a healthcare provider is a significant decision. Here’s what sets us apart and makes us the preferred choice for comprehensive healthcare in the region.
1. Comprehensive Care Under One Roof
From a routine health check-up to complex surgeries and critical care, we offer a vast spectrum of medical services. Our integrated campus houses over 20 specialized departments, advanced diagnostic labs, a fully-stocked pharmacy, and 24/7 emergency services, ensuring seamless and coordinated care for all your health needs.
2. State-of-the-Art Technology & Diagnostics
We believe that accurate diagnosis is the first step to effective treatment. Our hospital is equipped with some of the most advanced medical technology in North-East India, including a 128-Slice CT Scanner, a 0.35T MRI System (the first of its kind in Arunachal Pradesh), Digital X-Ray, Colour Doppler Ultrasonography, and a fully automated pathology lab. This ensures precise, quick, and reliable diagnostic outcomes.
3. A Team of Dedicated Experts
Our greatest strength is our team. We have a panel of over 58 highly qualified and experienced doctors, including specialists and super-specialists, supported by more than 118 dedicated nursing staff and 261 paramedical professionals. Their expertise, combined with their commitment to patient welfare, ensures you are in the most capable and caring hands.
4. Unwavering Commitment to the Community
Our mission extends far beyond the hospital walls. Through our Mobile Outreach Eye Care Unit and regular General Medical Camps, we take healthcare to the doorsteps of those in remote and underserved areas. We actively work to make healthcare accessible to all, providing extensive free and concessional services to the financially weaker sections of society.
5. A Legacy of Trust & Charitable Service
As a charitable institution, our primary focus is patient welfare, not profit. We provide free, nutritious meals to all in-patients, run a 24/7 free ambulance service, and have 60 beds specifically earmarked for poor patients, supported by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs. Our transparent and ethical approach has earned us the trust and respect of the community for generations.
Our Core Medical Services & Departments
We offer a holistic range of medical services designed to cater to patients of all ages with diverse health concerns.
Out-Patient Department (OPD) Services
Our modern, three-storied OPD building is designed for patient comfort and efficient service delivery. It houses a multitude of clinics staffed by qualified medical personnel.
- General Medicine: Four dedicated clinics for comprehensive primary care and management of common illnesses.
- General Surgery: Expert consultation for a wide range of surgical conditions.
- Obstetrics & Gynaecology: Two specialized clinics providing complete care for women’s health, from adolescence to post-menopause.
- Ophthalmology (Eye Care): Three state-of-the-art clinics, including a dedicated clinic for Paediatric Ophthalmology.
- Paediatrics: Three clinics focused on the health and well-being of infants, children, and adolescents.
- ENT (Ear, Nose & Throat): Comprehensive diagnosis and treatment for ENT-related ailments, supported by Fibre Optic Endoscopy.
- Dental Care: A multi-specialty unit offering services from general dentistry to advanced orthodontics and prosthodontics.
- Urology: Specialized care for urinary tract and male reproductive system disorders.
- Orthopaedics: Management of bone, joint, and musculoskeletal issues.
- Homeopathy: An alternate system of medicine for holistic healing.
- Reproductive Medicine (IVF & Infertility): Offering hope and advanced solutions for couples.
- Specialized Support Clinics: Including Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Yoga & Naturopathy, STI Clinic, DOTS Centre for Tuberculosis, and an Integrated Counselling and Testing Centre (ICTC) for HIV/AIDS.
Specialized Dental Care
Our Dental Department is a centre of excellence, offering a complete range of services through our team of highly skilled Dental Surgeons and MDS specialists.
- Orthodontist: Correction of crooked teeth, braces, smile redefining, gap closure, and management of jaw-related growth issues.
- Prosthodontist: Expertise in dentures (complete/partial, fixed/removable) and dental implants.
- Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon: Management of jaw joint problems, facial swellings, wisdom tooth extraction, oral cancer biopsy and surgery, and cleft lip/palate repair.
In-Patient Department (IPD) & Critical Care
Our 263-bed indoor facility is designed for comfort, recovery, and expert medical supervision. The department is managed by a dedicated band of nursing staff, with an occupancy rate that often exceeds 80%, reflecting the community’s trust in our care.
- Wards: We have dedicated wards for Male, Female, Maternity, Paediatrics (31 beds), and Eye patients (16 beds).
- Private Rooms: For patients seeking additional comfort and privacy, we offer suite cabins, deluxe cabins, and pay cabins.
- Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU): A fully equipped, 8-bedded Level III NICU for the critical care of premature and ill newborn infants, complete with GE Lullaby warmers, incubators, and advanced fetal monitors.
- Hemo-Dialysis Unit: A 6-bedded unit supervised by a specially trained specialist, providing life-sustaining care for patients with kidney failure.
Advanced Diagnostic Block: Precision and Accuracy
Our diagnostic facilities are the bedrock of our clinical excellence, providing our doctors with the crucial information they need for accurate treatment.
- Imaging Services:
- MRI (0.35 T): The first such facility in Arunachal Pradesh, enabling advanced diagnosis without patients having to travel out of state.
- CT Scan (128 Slice): A high-speed, multi-detector CT scanner for detailed and rapid imaging.
- Digital & Conventional X-Ray: Comprehensive radiological investigations, including special procedures like Barium studies and IVU.
- Ultrasonography & Colour Doppler: Two advanced machines for a wide range of non-invasive imaging.
- Cardiology Services:
- Echo-Cardiography: Detailed imaging of the heart’s function.
- ECG: Portable units for quick cardiac assessments.
- Clinical & Pathological Laboratory: Our NABL-accredited lab is equipped with fully automated analyzers for Biochemistry, Haematology, Immunoassay (COBAS e 411), Electrolytes, and Blood Gas, conducting over 350,000 tests annually.
- Endoscopy Suite: Featuring high-resolution video endoscopes for Upper GI Endoscopy and Colonoscopy, facilitating diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
Surgical Excellence: Safe Hands, Successful Outcomes
Our Operation Theatre complex comprises four state-of-the-art operating rooms, including one dedicated exclusively to eye surgeries. Our skilled surgical teams perform a high volume of complex procedures with exceptional success rates.
- General & Laparoscopic Surgery: Minimally invasive procedures for faster recovery.
- Orthopaedic Surgeries: Including joint replacements and trauma surgery.
- Gynaecological Surgeries: A full spectrum of procedures for women’s health.
- ENT Surgeries: Including Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgeries (FESS).
- Advanced Eye Surgeries: Including small-incision cataract surgery with IOL implantation (Phacoemulsification).
- Urological & Plastic Surgeries: Highly specialized procedures performed by expert surgeons.
Our Commitment to Community & Welfare
Service is at the heart of everything we do. We have pioneered several initiatives to ensure healthcare reaches the most vulnerable.
Mobile Outreach Eye Care Unit
Funded by “Light for the World,” this first-of-its-kind project in Arunachal Pradesh delivers free eye care services to the doorsteps of needy patients in Papumpare and surrounding districts. In the 2018-2019 period alone, we conducted 31 camps and screened 5,567 patients.
General Medical Camps
Our medical teams regularly travel to remote locations like Tawang, Chayangtajo, and Manigong to conduct multi-specialty health camps, providing free consultations, medicines, and surgical screenings. In a single camp at Lumla & Tawang, we benefited over 900 patients.
Sarada Mother & Child Welfare Scheme
To support new mothers from Below Poverty Line (BPL) families, we provide a special wellness packet. This packet contains essential nutritional items for the mother, a baby blanket, and hygiene products. Since its inception, thousands of mothers have benefited from this scheme, with 814 beneficiaries in 2018-2019.
Free & Concessional Services
A significant portion of our services are provided free of cost or at highly subsidized rates. Across all departments—from radiology and dialysis to surgery and OPD consultations—we ensure that financial constraints never become a barrier to receiving quality medical care.
Education & Empowerment: The School of Nursing
Established in 1985, our School of Nursing offers a three-year diploma course in General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM), primarily for the tribal girls of Arunachal Pradesh.
- Recognized Excellence: The school is recognized by both the Arunachal Pradesh Nursing Council and the Indian Nursing Council.
- Empowering Women: To date, 188 nurses have successfully graduated. Many are serving in government hospitals across Arunachal Pradesh, while some have achieved placements in prestigious hospitals abroad.
- Modern Training: We provide quality education with digital classrooms and an interactive whiteboard, ensuring our students are prepared for the demands of modern healthcare.
Facilities & Patient Amenities
To ensure a comfortable and convenient experience for our patients and their families, our campus is equipped with a range of facilities.
- 24/7 Emergency Services: Located near the entrance for quick access, manned round-the-clock by medical officers and nursing staff.
- 24/7 Free Ambulance Service: Available for bringing patients from in and around Itanagar.
- Blood Bank: A licensed, fully functional blood bank with a blood component separation unit, providing a critical lifeline for surgical and emergency patients.
- Pharmacy Retail Outlet: An in-house pharmacy offering a 10% discount on all products, saving patients the trouble of procuring medicines from outside.
- Free Dietary Services: We provide wholesome, hygienic, and nutritious food, cooked in a modern, electrically-operated kitchen, free of cost to all in-patients.
- Physical & Occupational Therapy Centre: A well-equipped unit offering a wide range of therapies for rehabilitation.
- Artificial Limbs Fitting Centre: Manufacturing and fitting custom orthotic and prosthetic appliances.
- On-Campus Amenities: The campus also includes a Canteen, a Sub-Post Office, staff quarters, and a Helipad for airlifting critically ill patients.
Support Our Mission: Be a Part of the Change
As a charitable hospital, we rely on the generosity of compassionate individuals and organizations to sustain and expand our services. The cost of maintaining advanced equipment and providing free care in this remote region is immense. You can join us in this noble cause.
- Create an Endowment: Support the recurring cost of a hospital bed in your name or in memory of a loved one.
- Donate Blood: Your gift of blood can save a life. Our blood bank welcomes voluntary donors.
- Donate Eyes: Give the gift of sight. Pledge to donate your eyes and light up someone’s world.
Contact Us
Ramakrishna Mission Hospital
P.O. Itanagar – 791113,
Arunachal Pradesh, India
Email: rkmhita@gmail.com
Pay-Clinic Timings: 7 am – 9 am & 5 pm to 7 pm (Timings are seasonal)