
Outpatient Department (OPD)
OPD stands for Outpatient Department, which is a section of a hospital or healthcare facility where patients receive medical treatment without being admitted to the hospital. OPD services are designed for individuals who need consultations, check-ups, diagnostic tests, or minor treatments but do not require overnight stays. It's a key component of healthcare systems that provides care for people with conditions that can be treated or managed on an outpatient basis.
Common Specialties in OPDs:
- General Medicine: For primary care and general health issues.
- Pediatrics: For children’s health concerns.
- Gynecology: For women’s health, reproductive system, and prenatal care.
- Orthopedics: For musculoskeletal problems, fractures, and joint issues.
- Dermatology: For skin-related conditions.
- Cardiology: For heart-related concerns.