The Leprosy Mission Hospital
Healthcare and specialized leprosy care services in North East Delhi.
About The Leprosy Mission Hospital
The Leprosy Mission Hospital, located at Road no 69 Tahirpur, Nand Nagri, North East, Delhi, is one of the 14 hospitals of The Leprosy Mission Trust India. Started in 1984, the hospital provides specialized leprosy care, dermatology, general medicine, ophthalmology, orthopedics, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, laboratory, and digital x-ray services.
Services and products
- Leprosy Service
- Dermatology Department
- Ophthalmology Department
- General Medicine Department
- Physiotherapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Laboratory
- Digital X-ray
- Counseling
- Reconstructive Surgery and Orthotics
- Pharmacy
Business details
Frequently asked questions
What is leprosy and what causes it at The Leprosy Mission Hospital?
Leprosy is a chronic infectious disease affecting the skin and nerves caused by a bacterium called Mycobacterium leprae, first described by Dr. G.A. Hansen in 1873.
What are the early signs of leprosy evaluated at The Leprosy Mission Hospital?
Early signs can vary and include skin rashes, nodules, areas of numbness, pins and needles, or pale, pinkish, and reddish patches on the skin.
What specialized treatments are provided for leprosy patients at The Leprosy Mission Hospital?
The hospital provides Multi-Drug Therapy antibiotics, inpatient ulcer treatment, management of lepra reactions and neuritis, reconstructive surgery for deformities, MCR footwear, and custom orthosis.
Why is counseling offered at The Leprosy Mission Hospital?
Counseling is provided to address social stigma, negative perceptions, poor awareness, and psychological trauma, offering educational, motivational, and psychological coping support to patients and their families.
What community initiatives does The Leprosy Mission Hospital undertake?
The hospital runs community outreach initiatives to engage and educate rural communities and leprosy colonies on health matters, providing health check-ups and medical care.