IVC Milimani Mission Hospital

FAQ's

Frequently Asked Questions

Inpatient services refer to medical care that requires an overnight stay in the hospital. This includes services such as surgery, intensive care, and treatment for serious medical conditions that require close monitoring.

Outpatient services refer to medical care that does not require an overnight stay in the hospital. This includes services such as routine check-ups, diagnostic tests, and minor procedures that can be done in a clinic or outpatient facility.

Hospitals typically have an on-site pharmacy that can provide medication for inpatients and outpatients. This includes prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, and specialty medications.

General obstetrics and gyno care refers to medical care for women related to reproductive health. This includes services such as prenatal care, gynecological exams, birth control, and treatment for reproductive health conditions.

General pediatrics refers to medical care for children from birth to adolescence. This includes services such as well-child check-ups, vaccinations, treatment for acute illnesses, and management of chronic conditions.

Major and minor surgical services refer to procedures that are performed in a hospital setting. Major surgeries may require a hospital stay and include procedures such as open-heart surgery, joint replacement, and cancer surgery. Minor surgeries are typically performed on an outpatient basis and include procedures such as cataract surgery, hernia repair, and cosmetic surgery.

Radiology services refer to diagnostic imaging procedures such as X-rays, MRI scans, CT scans, and ultrasounds. These tests help doctors diagnose and treat a variety of medical conditions.

HIV testing and counseling refers to the process of testing for the presence of HIV (the virus that causes AIDS) and providing counseling for those who test positive. Hospitals may offer confidential HIV testing and counseling services on-site or refer patients to community-based organizations.

Laboratory services refer to diagnostic tests performed on blood, urine, or other body fluids to help diagnose and treat medical conditions. These tests may include blood tests, urine tests, microbiology tests, and pathology tests.

Maternal and child health services refer to medical care for women during pregnancy and childbirth, as well as medical care for infants and children. This includes services such as prenatal care, delivery and postpartum care, neonatal care, and pediatric care.