Psychiatry
Confidential, compassionate care for mental health concerns, from anxiety and depression to substance use and severe mental illness, for patients of all ages.
- Services & clinics
- 12
- Specialists
- 2
- Emergency
- 24/7
Overview
The Department of Psychiatry at Birat Medical College Teaching Hospital provides assessment, treatment and ongoing support for people living with mental health conditions. Our psychiatrists see patients with common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression and sleep problems, as well as more serious illnesses such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia and alcohol or drug dependence. We believe mental health is as important as physical health, and we work to provide care in a respectful, non-judgemental and confidential setting for patients and their families.
As a Kathmandu University affiliated teaching hospital, BMCTH brings many specialties together under one roof. Psychiatrists work alongside physicians, neurologists and other teams when physical and mental health problems overlap, and the hospital laboratory and imaging services, including MRI and CT, are available when tests are needed to rule out other causes. Treatment may include medicines, counselling and psychological support, and family guidance. Patients in crisis can be seen through the hospital's 24-hour Emergency, and admission to the hospital's wards is arranged when closer care is required.
Seeking help is a sign of strength, and early care often leads to better recovery. BMCTH accepts Government Health Insurance, the Social Security Fund (SSF) and other national coverage programs, helping make care more affordable. The outpatient department is open Sunday to Friday, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. To book a consultation, call 021-422601 or 423182, or register at the hospital on the day of your visit. A family member or trusted friend is always welcome to accompany you.
What we treat
14 common conditions- Depression
- Anxiety disorders
- Panic attacks
- Stress-related problems
- Sleep problems
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
- Bipolar disorder
- Schizophrenia and psychosis
- Alcohol use disorder
- Drug and substance use problems
- Dementia and memory problems
- Childhood behavioural and attention problems
- Post-traumatic stress
- Somatic complaints linked to stress
Services & procedures
Our specialists
All doctorsCommon questions
Consider seeing a psychiatrist if low mood, worry, poor sleep, changes in behaviour or alcohol and drug use have lasted for weeks or are affecting your work, studies or relationships. You do not need to wait until things become severe; early help often makes recovery easier.
Thoughts of suicide or self-harm, violent or very confused behaviour, or severe alcohol withdrawal are emergencies. Do not leave the person alone and bring them to the BMCTH Emergency, which is open 24 hours a day, every day, or call 021-422601.
Yes. Your consultation and records are treated with confidentiality and respect. You can choose to bring a family member or come on your own.
Bring a list of any medicines you take, previous prescriptions and reports, and notes about your main concerns and how long they have lasted. If possible, a family member who knows your situation well can help give a full history.
BMCTH accepts Government Health Insurance, the Social Security Fund (SSF), the Bipanna Nagarik treatment fund for eligible serious illnesses, and the Safe Motherhood Program. Please bring your insurance card or SSF details, a valid ID and any referral letter, and our registration desk will guide you on what applies to your visit.