Bhaktapur Hospital ranked best in Nepal for fourth consecutive time

BHAKTAPUR, JUNE 2: Bhaktapur Hospital has been declared the best hospital in Nepal for the fourth time in a row. It earned the highest score in a nationwide evaluation of minimum service standards. At a special programme organized yesterday at Bhaktapur Hospital, it was announced that the 121-year-old institution secured an impressive 90 out of 100 points—placing it first among hospitals across the country.

Bagmati Province’s Minister for Health, Kiran Thapa, congratulated the hospital for maintaining its top position for the fourth consecutive year. He emphasized the need for continued dedication and integrity from the hospital staff to ensure sustained service quality.

Minister Thapa also revealed that the provincial government has allocated Rs. 10 million to initiate neuro services at the hospital, with dialysis services set to begin within a month. He added that a budget has been earmarked for the reconstruction of the hospital’s historic old building in the upcoming fiscal year.

Health Secretary of Bagmati Province, Dr. Sumitra Gautam, highlighted Bhaktapur Hospital’s achievement as a model for other institutions. “This hospital, with its 121-year history, has demonstrated that strong commitment from staff, active support from the management committee, and protection from external interference are key to delivering quality healthcare services,” she said.

According to the assessment, Lumbini Provincial Hospital came in second with 89 points, followed by Bharatpur Hospital with 88 points. Among the 13 hospitals evaluated in Bagmati Province, Dhading Hospital ranked second with 82 points, and Trishuli Hospital secured third with 81 points, as reported by Dr. Phanindra Prasad Baral of Bir Hospital, a member of the evaluation team.

Director of Bhaktapur Hospital, Surendra Prasad Bhatta, provided updates on the hospital’s growing services. He noted a significant rise in patient numbers across outpatient, inpatient, surgical, and maternity services compared to previous years.