The Civil Hospital Karachi was founded in 1898 in the wake of a third pandemic of Bubonic Plague on the one hand, and the platinum jubilee of Queen Victoria on the other. The pandemic would kill at least an estimated 10 million people in India alone over a period of 20 years. It is important to mention the status of Karachi at that time. Being the port city, Karachi was the business, military and nerve center of Sindh right from the start. Towards the close of the nineteenth century, Karachi emerged as the cleanest city towards this side of the Suez Canal, with an estimated population of 105,000 which continued to grow in view of its strategic importance. Lord Curzon the Viceroy of India visited Civil Hospital Karachi in 1900 and unveiled a commemorative plaque to mark the platinum jubilee of Queen Victoria. The plaque is placed in the same spot, which was initially a nursing school and subsequently transformed into a state-of-the-art Burns Center in what is known till today as the Victoria Block or the Jubilee Block, while the entire building is heritage-protected by the provincial Department of Culture allowing for repairs and renovation but eschewing any structural change in its original design.

• Internal Medicine: Comprehensive care for adult patients with a variety of medical conditions.

• Surgery: General and specialized surgical services across multiple disciplines.

• Gynecology and Obstetrics: Women's health services, including maternity and reproductive health.

• Pediatrics: Medical care for infants, children, and adolescents.

• Cardiology: Heart-related medical services.

• Neurology: Treatment of disorders affecting the nervous system.

• Orthopedics: Care for musculoskeletal system issues.

• Nephrology: Kidney-related medical services.

• Dermatology: Skin-related medical care.

• Psychiatry: Mental health services.

• Ophthalmology: Eye care services.

• Dentistry: Oral health services.

commitment to quality patient care, medical education, and research

• Vision: To be a leading healthcare provider in Pakistan, recognized for excellence in patient care, medical education, and research.

• Mission: To deliver high-quality, patient-centered healthcare services with a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation. The hospital aims to advance medical knowledge, improve health outcomes, and serve the community with integrity and compassion.

Dr. Ruth K.M. Pfau Civil Hospital Karachi has received numerous accolades for its contributions to healthcare:

• Accreditation: Recognized by the College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan (CPSP) for maintaining high standards in medical education and patient care.

• National Awards: Honored with various national awards for clinical excellence, patient safety, and medical education, underscoring its dedication to exceptional healthcare services