Telemedicine Project Sheikhupura

Telemedicine is a joint initiative of District Government Sheikhupura and Sub National Governance programme (DFID). The main purpose of this project is to deliver primary health care services to the rural areas of Sheikhupura. Initially, following 3 basic health units (BHU Damoana, Chappa Minara and Khanpur) have been established by the Government to facilitate community. These BHUs will examine patients regarding maternal health care, skin, cardiac and General Medical problems. Facilities of Ultrasound, ECG, Blood Test and Suger Test are available free at these centers. Specialists are engaged to provide medical advice with the help internet based technology.