Healthcare

Dhaka serves as the central hub for healthcare in Bangladesh, offering both public and private medical facilities. Major public institutions include **Dhaka Medical College and Hospital (DMCH)** and **Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU)**, which are the largest tertiary care and research centers in the country. The city is also home to the **icddr,b (International Center for Diarrhoeal Disease Research, Bangladesh)**, globally renowned for its pioneering work on cholera and oral rehydration therapy. Upscale private healthcare is widely utilized by residents and expats, with notable facilities including **Evercare Hospital**, **Square Hospital**, and **United Hospital**, which offer advanced diagnostics, specialized surgeries, and 24-hour emergency care. The city also hosts numerous specialized institutes, such as the National Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases (NICVD) and the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH).