NITRD National Institute of TB and Respiratory Diseases

ABOUT NITRD - National Institute of TB and Respiratory Diseases

Who We Are:

The National Institute of Tuberculosis and Respiratory Diseases is an exceptional Institute which has been providing highest levels of tertiary care facilities to patients suffering from various lung conditions and thoracic surgical problems in addition to all the related diagnostic, public health, research, advocacy and other initiatives. From its inception as a TB Sanatorium in 1952 to achieving the status of an Institute in 1991 and receiving National recognition in 2013, by the government, the journey has always been one of positive growth.

 We have always been fortunate in receiving generous support of the Government of India to dedicated efforts and futuristic vision of all the stakeholders including the administration, Governing body, faculty, staff, and students. In addition to quality clinical care, the Institute is well known for postgraduate teaching in Thoracic Surgery, Pulmonary Medicine, and Microbiology. Teaching, training and research of highest quality have always been our abiding passion and goal. The new goals that we have dedicated ourselves to are to consolidate the position achieved so far, to make the patient care more humane and easier to access, and to add all the possible newer technologies.

Background:

LRS TB Hospital was established by TB Association of India in 1952. The hospital was upgraded into an autonomous Institute in 1991 by Govt. of India. The Institute was renamed as LRS Institute of Tuberculosis & Respiratory Diseases as an autonomous Institute under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Govt. of India. The Institute is registered as a society under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 (XX1).

The Union Minister of Health & Family Welfare is the President of the Institute and the Union Secretary (Health & Family Welfare) is the Chairman of the Governing Body. Director General Health Services is the Vice-Chairman and the Additional Secretary (Health) is the Alternative Vice-Chairman of the Governing Body of the Institute. The Director is the Chief Executive Officer.

Mission And Vision

• Multidisciplinary and cost effective approach to control and prevention of Tuberculosis & Respiratory Diseases.
• Determination of standards and maintenance of quality diagnosis and treatment of Tuberculosis & Respiratory Diseases.
• Information, Education and Communication for the well being of the community.