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Healthcare Facilities in Meerut

A fast developing town like Meerut has to be braced itself with adequate medical facilities in tune with the demands of a growing community. Known for its strong economy – both agricultural and industrial; Meerut has some of the finest hospitals of high repute and adequate health professionals to cater to the people at large. Meerut has grown into a hub of healthcare facilities that cater to the population of the surrounding towns and villages, as well. A total of two government hospitals, 110 private nursing homes, one medical college and hospital, apart from a host of private clinics, alternative therapy clinics for ayurveda and homeopathy work towards fulfilling the needs of people here. Besides, the Army General Hospital at Cantonment, Railway Hospital for the Railway employees and Police Hospital at the police Lines are other health establishments in the city.

Healthcare Facilities in Meerut

Government Hospitals in Meerut


Two government hospitals are located in Meerut. These include the Pyare Lal Government Hospital that is located at Modinagar and the Government Hospital at Jani in Meerut. Both are categorised as general hospitals; that have different specialities of medicine, separate out-patient department etc., are available in these hospitals.

Other Public Hospitals


Some of the other public hospitals that cater to the general healthcare for people employed under specific services include two hospitals at the Army Cantonment for the Army, one each for the Police, Railway employees and people working at the ESIC.

Primary Health Centres and Health Posts in Meerut


There are fourteen Primary Health Centres Health Posts that are located in Meerut. These centres are present in the slum pockets of the city. Some of the main functions of these centres include providing routine immunizations, ANC registration and check-up, family welfare programs, etc. Since these slum areas are densely populated and lack proper sanitation, they are most prone to water-borne diseases.

Central Government Health Scheme Meerut


The Central Government Health scheme started in 1954 with the view to extend healthcare facilities to the Central Government employees only and their dependents. Dental care, physiotherapy, alternative healthcare facilities, rehabilitation facilities etc., are included under the scheme. A number of hospitals across various disciplines have been empanelled, and the government makes fresh empanelment from time to time, as and when needed. The hospitals that are empanelled are Vinayak Eye Hospital, Metro Hospitals and Heart Institute, Dhanvantri Jeevan Rekha and Gurukripa Jagriti Hospital.

List of the names of the CMOs in Meerut


Dr. R.K. Agarwal, Joint Director,
Central Govt. Health Scheme, Swasthya
Bhawan, Suraj Kund Road, Meerut
Telephone No.: 05121-2601426 (O), 2620090 (R)

Dr. A.K. Agarwal, CMO (NFSG)
S.K. Road Dispensary, Swasthya Bhavan,
Suraj Kund, Meerut
Telephone: 05121-2763159

Dr. C.M. Kohli, CMO (NFSG)
CGHS Disp. Mohanpuri, 124, Avas Vikas Colony,
New Mohanpuri, Meerut
Telephone: 05121- 2641320

Dr. S.C. Govil, CMO (NFSG)
CGHS Dispensary, Vijay Nagar – 154,
Western Kutchery Road, Meerut
Telephone: 05121-2642981

Dr. Jai Pal Singh, CMO (NFSG)
4. CGHS Disp., Abu Lane, 171/V Abu Lane
Meerut
Telephone: 05121-2661739

Dr (Mrs.) Nirmal Baliga, CMO
5. CGHS Disp., Lekha Nagar, DAD
Quarters, Lekha Nagar, Meerut
Telephone: 05121- 2647895

Dr. Chander Prakash,
6. CGHS Disp., Kanker Kehra, Shardhapuri
Kanker, Kehra, Meerut

Private Hospitals in Meerut


Meerut is a home to a number of private nursing homes and hospitals catering to every kind of health care. The reason that the hospitals here provide affordable health care has resulted in increase in health tourism in the city. General hospitals, specialty and super-specialty hospitals, cardiac hospitals, orthopedic hospitals are many in number here.

Maternity Hospitals in Meerut


Meerut houses some of the best hospitals offering world-class facilities in the field of gynecology and obstetrics. Some of the maternity hospitals located in Meerut are Dr. Chauhan Maternity and Childcare, Shridevi Maternity Hospital, Ashirwad Maternity Hospital, etc. Besides maternity care, these and other hospitals provide a host of healthcare facilities for gynecological related problems and issues.

Eye Hospitals in Meerut


Several hospitals in Meerut provide world-class ophthalmic treatment. They offer some of the latest technologies in eye care such as laser treatment. Ayesha Eye Care Clinic, Jawahar Eye care and Laser Treatment, Mool Chand Sharbati Devi Eye Hospital are some of the eye hospitals in Meerut.

Dental Clinics in Meerut


The city of Meerut has many dental clinics and centres offering dental treatment of all specialities namely orthodontics, pedodontics, cosmetic dentistry, periodontics, etc. A few of the dental clinics offer newer techniques in dentistry such as dental implant surgery, etc. Dental clinics located across the city at various locations that include Begumbagh, Gandhi Nagar, Cantonment, Modinagar and all other areas.

Wellness Centres in Meerut


Yoga Centres

Yoga centres offer great therapy to mind, body and spirit. To combat the stress of modern day life, a number of people are turning into Yoga and centres that offer holistic solutions. Some of the centres in Meerut are Pranava Yoga, Deepa Yogashala, Talwarkars Better Value fitness Limited, etc. They provide group sessions as well as offer personal training for general wellness and specific problems.

Ayurveda Clinics in Meerut


The ancient science of Ayurveda is widely practised by the people here in the city. Besides an Ayurvedic college, Shri Dhanvantri Ayurvedic College, the city has a number of doctors, who have established a practice in this alternative field of medicine. Dhanvantri Ayurveda Care, Bliss Ayurveda, Health Village, Jyoti Ram Ayurveda Center are to name a few of the Ayurveda Centers.

Homeopathy Clinics in Meerut


Meerut has a number of practitioners who offer homeopathy treatments for a whole host of medical conditions. Homeopathy is an ancient method of healing and as alternative methods of healing, it has had far-reaching effects on its subjects. Some of the most frequented Homeopathy Clinics in Meerut include Meerut Homeopathic Centre, Meerut Homeopathic Centre, Kailash Medicare and Research Centre, Aditi Homeopathic Clinic, etc.

While, on one hand, there are hospitals having state-of-the-art technology providing healthcare facilities, it is affordable only to some. The vulnerable class of the society are still exposed to health hazards caused from the pollutants from industries thus polluting air and water, low sanitation and hygiene. Since a sizable group consists of Muslims, several family welfare schemes such as the tubectomy, vasectomy etc., cannot be made applicable to them. The government plans to set up healthcare centres and health posts for the benefit of a larger community dwelling in the slum areas.

Tips for Meerut Travelers


Meerut is prone to extreme weather conditions during winter and summer seasons. The mercury soars up to 450 in summer and can dip to 20in winter. Carry necessary clothing as per the requirement of the season. It is advisable to drink only bottled water during your visit to the city.

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