Save 500 Lives: Support Kidney Care for Pakistanis

Committed to Provide Healthy Living Beyond the Dialysis Machine

The function of kidneys in the human body is to filter out the waste from the blood and also helps to keep balance among minerals and to control acidity in the human stomach. When these natural filters malfunction or stop the filtration process, it is called Chronic Kidney Disease – CKD. CKD has become one of the most rapidly spreading ailment mounting its roots by affecting millions of the population around the globe. It is estimated that every 5^th being in the American and European countries is the victim of CKD. According to researchers, the number of kidney hospital are limited compared to adults aged 30 or older who have Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is projected to increase from 13.2% currently, to 14.4% in 2020 and 16.7% in 2030.

In Pakistan, alarming stats from DAWN News presented a major increase in this ratio and more than 25 million people are affected by some sort of kidney disease. The major cause of CKD are diabetes, blood pressure, infections, obesity and consumption of contaminated water. To control the increasing number of the CKD patients, government, nephrologists and the media should play their role in spreading the basic awareness on grass root level about the kidney disease and preventive measures to avoid becoming a prey.

Our Ambition:

While understanding the gravity of the current healthcare scenario in Pakistan and increase in kidney disease in particular, Bilqees Sarwar Foundation is playing its part in handling the high influx of patients, especially the ones unable to afford the quality dialysis treatment in a standard environment by accommodating more patients in Punjab’s largest dialysis centre operational at Bilqees Sarwar Hospital (BSH).

Bilqees Sarwar Hospital (BSH) is a healthcare initiative of Bilqees Sarwar Foundation (BSF), a family run charity working for the betterment of society in the sectors of healthcare, education, prisoner’s welfare and humanitarian assistance. This hospital is operating Punjab’s largest dialysis centre, providing free dialysis treatment to the underprivileged community members. This dialysis centre is comprised of 54 latest dialysis machines with 3 separate dialysis wards for the patients suffering hepatitis C+, C- and B+. From its inception till July 2018, we have conducted over 40,000 free dialysis procedures successfully. Currently, we are operating 2 dialysis procedure shifts daily and conducting over 2800 free dialysis procedures per month along with the provision of hygienic food to the patients.

Our skilled team of nephrologists is helping the patients by educating them about the causes, symptoms and preventive measures of chronic kidney disease. Following this year, on 23rd March, Pakistan Day, President of Pakistan acknowledged the efforts of Bilqees Sarwar Foundation and conferred Chairwoman BSF, Mrs. Bilqees Sarwar with “Tamgha-e-Imtiaz” (Medal of Excellence: fourth highest state organized honor of State of Pakistan) for the establishment of Punjab’s Largest Dialysis Centre and providing state of the art healthcare facilities to the patients.

 Our Target:

As a state rewarded welfare organization, we feel responsible to serve our nation while focusing on the underprivileged segments of society with dedication and commitment, at BSH we are in the phase of expanding our facility by increasing the number of dialysis machines from 54 to 80 to cater the high influx of patients with utmost care and attention by activating 3^rd shift under the supervision of our competent team of doctors. By increasing the number of chairs from 54 to 80 dialysis machines and activating the 3^rd shift, BSH will save approximately 240 patients daily and will be able to conduct more than 6,000 free dialysis procedures per month. This dream can only be achieved with your support. We would like to invite you to join this noble cause of serving the humanity by helping us in the form of donation.

Please take a look at the patient’s reviews who are getting free treatment from BSH.

 Patient Name: Mrs. Rubeena

“I was attending a hospital for the dialysis treatment and I was unable to stand on my feet”. Says Mrs. Rubeena.

Mrs. Rubeena was diagnosed with chronic kidney disease a year ago. She is getting dialysis treatment from BSH for past 6 Months. Before visiting BSH, she faced the complications, while getting treatment from another facility.

“I didn’t feel well after the dialysis procedure at the hospital where I was under treatment before visiting BSH and my HB begins to drop. I was too weak and use to move around with a wheelchair because I was unable to stand on my feet. After coming to BSH, I feel better. Now, my HP is well maintained and

I can easily walk and manage my work routine easily”. She says

Alhamdullillah, she is very satisfied with the treatment given by BSH. She is happy with the staff and environment.

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Patient Name: Mrs Asma

“I rushed to the hospital in emergency and I was poorly treated by the doctors at emergency department and they discharged me after providing me with basic treatment.” Says Mrs Shamim.

Mrs. Shamim was suffering from diabetes and high blood pressure that affected her kidneys. She was diagnosed with chronic kidney disease a year ago. She is getting dialysis treatment from BSH for past 7 Months. Before visiting BSH, she visited government facilities but she could not get the treatment as her name was not enrolled because of high influx of patients were already in waiting list.

“I was treated in emergency department when I visited the hospital and that treatment was not good. I was discharge from the hospital but my condition was getting worse. I am diabetic and also have high blood pressure issue. At that time, my blood pressure was very disturbed and my sugar was out of control. When I was diagnosed with CKD, my husband tried his best to get me a seat in any government hospital but unfortunately, we didn’t get it. I am from a poor family and we can’t afford a private treatment. Fortunately, we came to know about BSH from a relative and my husband visited the facility and I was enrolled right on time. I am getting quality treatment here and I am very satisfied with the environment and the staff’s behavior. All my prayer is with them and may ALLAH bless them more”. Says Shamim.

Alhamdullillah, Mrs. Shamim and her husband are very satisfied with the treatment given by BSH. He is happy with the staff and environment.

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Patient Name: Mr. Yaqoob

“Kidney treatment at BSH has saved my life” says Mr. Yaqoob.

Mr. Yaqoob was diagnosed with chronic #kidney disease two years ago, and even though he sold everything he had, he was still unable to pay high private medical fees. Fortunately, he is now receiving expert kidney care and treatment at #BSH.

He explained, “I have a daughter and to secure her future, I discontinued my treatment but faced severe health complications. Thankfully, I was referred to BSH and was soon receiving dialysis treatment. I am so happy my health is now improving.”

Patient Name: Mrs. Shamim

“Quality treatment at BSH saved my life” says Mrs. Shamim.

Mrs. Shamim’s illness was initially misdiagnosed by three different hospitals and she was incorrectly treated with basic medications. She explained, “It was only when I visited BSF that I was diagnosed as having chronic kidney disease and found out that I needed immediate dialysis treatment to survive. Now my condition is stable due to the quality healthcare at BSH.”

Video Annexures

Hospital Overview

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Patients Feedback

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