# Lord Buddha Koshi Medical College and Hospital

Lord Buddha Koshi Medical College and Hospital (LBKMCH) is a private medical college cum hospital established in 2012. The college imparts the Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBBS), Doctor of Medicine (MD), and Master of Surgery (MS) degree. It also offers nursing and para-medical courses. The Hospital associated with this college is well known among locals of Northern Bihar region as the Baijnathpur Hospital. The college is affiliated to Bihar University of Health Sciences and is recognized by the National Medical Commission.. The undergraduate student intake from 2024 is 150 as per the recommendation and guidelines under NMC.

## History

The college was conceived by Lord Buddha Siksha Pratishthan, society (Buddhist Minority) and founded by Dr. P. K. Singh in the year 2012 which was registered under the Society Registration Act of 1860, Government of Bihar.
The institution was founded with the vision of improving healthcare accessibility in region of Northern Bihar. Since its inception, LBKMCH has grown to become a significant contributor to the healthcare sector, offering medical education and healthcare services.
Over the years, LBKMCH has established itself as a key player in medical training and patient care in the region of Northern Bihar.
The institution has always actively participated in community health initiatives, conducting health camps, awareness programs, and outreach services to address the healthcare needs of the surrounding regions.

## Affiliated

The college was previously affiliated with BNMU till 2022. In 2023 after registration LBKMCH officially became affiliated with the BUHS

## Academic Programs

The institution offers undergraduate and postgraduate medical programs, including the MBBS, MD, and MS degrees, Nursing and Paramedical courses. Admissions are based on NEET scores, followed by participation in the Under Graduate Medical Admission Counseling (UGMAC) process.
For nursing education, the Lord Buddha Koshi Nursing Sansthan operates under the same trust, offering programs like the B.Sc Nursing.
The institution has been recognized for its contributions to healthcare, receiving accolades from the Government of Bihar for its exemplary services under the Ayushman Bharat Yojana.

## Departments

* Anaesthesia
* Anatomy
* Biochemistry
* Community Medicine
* Dermatology and Sexually Transmitted Diseases
* Forensic Medicine including Toxicology
* Human Physiology including Biophysics
* Medicine
* Microbiology
* Obstetrics and Gynaecology
* Ophthalmology
* Orthopaedics
* Otorhinolaryngology
* Pathology
* Paediatrics
* Pharmacology
* Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
* Psychiatry
* Radio-Diagnosis and Radiotherapy
* Surgery

## Location & Accessibility

The college and hospital are strategically situated along National Highway 107 in Baijnathpur, approximately 10 kilometers from the district headquarters in Saharsa. The nearest railway station, Saharsa Junction, is about 8.2 kilometers away, facilitating convenient access for students and patients alike.

## Facilities

The college spread over 35 acres provides good infrastructural support and facilities some of the infrastructures are still developing. Academic and practical learning is prioritized with all equipments to aid students in better learning process and enhance their clinical knowledge. Accommodation for doctors' residents and staff are also available. The college contains Clinical & Para-clinical Depts. Demonstration rooms, research labs as well as decorated rich museum all of which are spacious provided with required instruments.

## Hospital

The hospital provides major health care facilities and services with well-equipped modern technology. The hospital contains an outpatient system and indoor patient system with 638 beds currently. The hospital contains modern ICU, Operation Theatres, 24×7 Emergency & Casualty Services. Govt health schemes like DOTS, Malaria, Filaria, etc. are available. The hospital is an essential healthcare provider for the region, catering to rural and underserved populations.