Indus Hospital & Health Network (IHHN)

Indus Hospital & Health Network (IHHN) is Pakistan’s leading not‑for‑profit healthcare system, providing high‑quality, comprehensive healthcare services entirely free of cost to all patients, without discrimination based on religion, ethnicity, gender, or financial status. Established on principles of compassion, excellence, integrity, and transparency, IHHN has transformed the healthcare landscape of Pakistan by demonstrating that world‑class healthcare can be delivered sustainably at zero cost to patients.

Origins and Vision

IHHN began its journey in 2007 at Korangi, Karachi, when a non‑functional hospital building donated by the Islamic Mission Trust was transformed into Pakistan’s first fully cashless and paperless hospital. This pioneering model eliminated financial and administrative barriers, ensuring equitable access to healthcare and setting a new national benchmark for ethical and inclusive care delivery.

The founding vision of IHHN is rooted in the belief that healthcare is a fundamental human right, not a privilege. This vision continues to guide every clinical, community, educational, and public health initiative across the network.

National Healthcare Network in Pakistan

Today, IHHN operates as a nationwide healthcare network comprising:

• 12+ secondary and tertiary care hospitals across Pakistan

• 100+ primary care and community health facilities

• Regional Blood Centers ensuring safe and reliable blood supply

• Physical Rehabilitation Centers providing prosthetics and mobility services

• Pakistan’s largest Pediatric Oncology Program, offering free cancer treatment to children nationwide

• Community and Public Health Programs addressing TB, Hepatitis C, HIV, malaria, maternal and child health, nutrition, and mental health

Each year, IHHN provides free healthcare services to more than 6 million patients, while maintaining rigorous clinical quality standards and digital medical records across its system.

Specialized and Public Health Programs

Beyond curative care, IHHN is deeply committed to preventive and population‑level health initiatives, including:

• Zero TB Program (active case finding and preventive therapy)

• Hepatitis C elimination and HIV treatment services

• Maternal, Neonatal, and Child Health (MNCH)

• Mental Health and Psychosocial Support, including community‑based programs

• Emergency preparedness, disaster response, and vaccination campaigns

These initiatives allow IHHN to reach underserved and remote communities where access to healthcare was previously limited or nonexistent.

Education, Research, and Capacity Building

IHHN integrates service delivery with education and research to strengthen Pakistan’s healthcare workforce:

• Indus University of Health Sciences (IUHS) – providing undergraduate and postgraduate medical education

• CPSP‑accredited postgraduate training programs

• Indus Hospital Research Centre, supporting clinical, public health, and health systems research

This integrated model ensures sustainability, innovation, and the training of ethically grounded healthcare professionals aligned with national health needs.

International Presence & Global Indus Network

While clinical hospitals operate within Pakistan, IHHN is supported by a strong and growing international network of partner organizations that enable fundraising, advocacy, research collaboration, and global engagement.

Global Support & Partner Organizations

IHHN is supported internationally through:

• Indus Hospital UK (Indus Health Network UK)

• Indus Hospital & Health Network USA (IHN USA)

• Indus Hospital Australia

• Indus Hospital Middle East / UAE (Dubai‑based supporters)

• Friends of Indus organizations across Europe, North America, and the Gulf

These entities do not operate hospitals abroad, but play a critical role in:

• Resource mobilization

• Donor engagement and zakat management

• International partnerships and advocacy

• Supporting expansion of free healthcare inside Pakistan

YAQEEN – The Movement Behind Indus

YAQEEN (meaning belief) is the spiritual and humanitarian movement that underpins IHHN. It represents the collective faith, generosity, and trust of millions of donors inside Pakistan and across the global Pakistani diaspora.

YAQEEN reflects the belief that:

• Compassion can transform healthcare systems

• Community support can replace patient fees

• Faith‑driven philanthropy can sustain large‑scale public good

This philosophy continues to inspire Indus Friends, donors, volunteers, and partners globally to support IHHN’s mission.

Leadership and Governance

IHHN is led by visionary healthcare leaders, including:

• Dr. Abdul Bari Khan – Founder & President

• Prof. Dr. Syed Zafar Zaidi – Co‑Founder & Chief Executive Officer

The organization follows strong governance, transparency, digital accountability, and ethical oversight, ensuring trust among patients, donors, and partners worldwide.

Impact and Legacy

Indus Hospital & Health Network stands today as a globally recognized model of free, ethical, and sustainable healthcare. By combining clinical excellence, digital innovation, community engagement, and global philanthropy, IHHN continues to reshape healthcare delivery in Pakistan and inspire similar models internationally.