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St. Joseph's Hospital Baramulla

St.Joseph’s Hospital, Baramulla is under the direction of the Franciscan Sisters of Mary, which is a catholic, voluntary Institution. Its objective is to glorify God by the practice of the greatest commandment: ‘To love God, above all things and our neighbour as ourselves for God’s sake.’ We endeavor to love our neighbors by alleviating the suffering of the sick, poor and needy in our locality with truth and love as our motto. We try to render efficient Medical, Surgical, Paediatric, OBG, ENT, Nursing and other paramedical services to all those who come to our hospital without distinction of caste, creed or class. St.Joseph’s School of Nursing, St.Joseph’s Hospital, Baramulla is also under the administration of the Franciscan Sisters of Mary. In order to improve the health care system of the valley the hospital commenced the school of Nursing for Auxiliary Nurse Midwifery (ANM) course. It was recognized by the State of Jammu and Kashmir on 21st February1968. It is continued as Female Multipurpose Health Worker (FMPHW) course since 1978. We try to give our students an all round education and experience, thus we endeavour to collaborate with the National Aim to reduce morbidity and mortality through promotive, preventive and curative services.

It was on 21st September 1921 the Franciscan Sisters of Mary came to this Northern outpost at the invitation of the Mill Hill Fathers. The first 4 sisters came from Rawalpindi by Tonga, an unforgettable journey through gaping precipices and towering mountains by the side of River Jhelum. Mill Hill Fathers handed over a small dispensary to them. The sisters began visiting near and distant villages, traveling on foot, on horseback or by shikaras over the river. In 1930, the foundation was laid for the Maternity Hospital and new dispensary. The maternity ward proved inadequate and in 1931, a hospital with four wards and adjoining private rooms was built. An X-ray department and Laboratory were set up at this time contributing to the efficient care of the patients. The hospital was primarily started to serve the women and children of the area and it has continued to care for all the people in the valley.

Diploma in Nursing is a three and half (31/2) years course which includes General nursing and Midwifery. The School follows the syllabus as laid down by the Indian Nursing Council & the J & K State Medical Faculty.