Why LRBT?
LRBT hospitals are very effectively run
One of the striking aspects of the hospitals is their simplicity and orderliness.
They have been designed for effectiveness. It is common to see chaos in
public services in South Asia, but the effective system used at the hospitals
ensures that the majority of those admitted are seen to the same day.
The focus
of the hospitals is treating curable eye diseases. This is an achievable
target that provides significant improvement in daily life for the patient
within days; hence the apt description ‘restoring sight - transforming
lives’.
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Low
costs, high success rates
The cost of a cataract operation is approximately £17 for an adult and £52 for a child with a success rate of over 95%.
LRBT
hospitals have an enviable reputation
Many who come to the hospitals have travelled substantial distances,
because they value the care provided by LRBT.
The medical staff appreciates the opportunity to work within a LRBT
hospital, reflecting the respect it has within the medical community.
Not only do they provide treatment for those who are blind or have impaired
vision, they are also developing top ophthalmologists who can serve
elsewhere in the country.
The LRBT hospitals set a very high standard for Pakistani hospitals,
encouraging the improvement of the Pakistani medical service generally.
All patients are given a talk on general hygiene and basic eye diseases.
And all Intra Ocular Lenses (IOL) are provided free.
Access for All
The same level of care and attention is available to all patients, rich and poor, young and old, men, women and children on a first come - first served basis. There is no discrimination on grounds of religion, gender, class or ethnicity. Free diagnosis and treatment is available for all. The equipment used in the hospitals is internationally recognised as state-of-the-art, reflecting the determination of the founders to provide first-class treatment to all.
Women and minorities form part of the staff at LRBT and have full access to job opportunities.
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