OUR SPECIALTY UNITS
Saint Elizabeth’s Catholic General hospital Shisong covers an exceptionally high number of specialized services which are dedicated departments designed to provide focused and advanced care in specific fields of medicine. Each unit is equipped with specialized tools, professionals, and techniques aimed at diagnosing, treating, and preventing conditions related to its area of expertise. These units work together to ensure patients receive comprehensive, efficient, and quality healthcare.
PHYSIOTHERAPY
The Physiotherapy unit is dedicated to restoring movement and function in individuals affected by injury, illness, or disability. Therapists use exercises, massage, heat therapy, and modern rehabilitation equipment to aid recovery. It plays a key role in managing chronic pain, improving posture, and enhancing physical strength. Patients recovering from surgery, stroke, or fractures benefit greatly from physiotherapy sessions.
Physiotherapy Procedures and Services
Assessment and Diagnosis of musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiopulmonary conditions
Manual Therapy Techniques (joint mobilization, manipulation, soft tissue massage)
Therapeutic Exercises for muscle strengthening, flexibility, and endurance
Electrotherapy Treatments (ultrasound, TENS, interferential therapy, electrical stimulation)
Heat and Cold Therapy for pain and inflammation management
Post-Operative Rehabilitation (especially orthopedic and cardiac surgeries)
Neurological Rehabilitation for stroke, spinal cord injuries, and peripheral nerve conditions
Respiratory Physiotherapy (chest clearance, breathing exercises)
Pain Management Programs for chronic and acute pain
Gait and Balance Training for mobility improvement and fall prevention
Postural Correction and Ergonomic Education
Pediatric Physiotherapy for developmental and movement disorders in children
Elderly Care (Geriatric Physiotherapy) for maintaining mobility and independence
Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Education and Counseling on injury prevention and healthy movement habits
- Sports Injury Management and Rehabilitation
DENTISTRY
The Dentistry unit focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases and disorders affecting the teeth, gums, and mouth. We provide services such as tooth extractions, fillings, scaling, polishing, and oral health education. Our Dental professionals use modern tools to promote oral hygiene and prevent complications like cavities or gum disease.
Dentistry Procedures and Services
Dental Consultation and Oral Examination for diagnosis and treatment planning
Tooth Extraction (simple and surgical)
Dental Fillings and Restorations for cavities and tooth decay
Root Canal Treatment (Endodontics) to save infected or damaged teeth
Scaling and Polishing (professional teeth cleaning)
Tooth Whitening
Periodontal Treatment (management of gum diseases)
Prosthodontics (fabrication of dentures and partial dentures)
Emergency Dental Care (for pain, broken teeth, or trauma)
Patient Education on oral hygiene and preventive dental care
Your Dental Care Is Important to Us
OPTHALMOLOGY
The Eye department provides specialized care for vision and eye-related problems. Services include eye examinations, treatment of infections, prescription of glasses, and management of conditions such as cataracts and glaucoma. Eye specialists use advanced diagnostic tools to detect early signs of vision impairment. The unit also educates patients on eye hygiene and preventive eye care.
Ophthalmology Procedures and Services
- Eye Consultation and Examination (routine and specialized check-ups)
Vision Testing and Refraction (for prescription of glasses and contact lenses)
Diagnosis and Treatment of Eye Diseases such as glaucoma, cataract, conjunctivitis, and diabetic retinopath
Management of Refractive Errors (short-sightedness, long-sightedness, astigmatism
Treatment of Eye Infections and Inflammations
Pediatric Eye Care for visual development and eye alignment problems
Emergency Eye Care (for trauma, foreign bodies, or sudden vision loss)
Patient Education and Preventive Eye Health Counseling
X-RAY
The X-Ray unit specializes in medical imaging to assist in the diagnosis of diseases and internal injuries. Using controlled radiation, it produces images of bones, organs, and other internal structures. Common uses include detecting fractures, chest infections, and abdominal obstructions. Radiographers ensure that imaging is safe and accurate, providing vital information for treatment planning.
X-Ray Procedures and Services
General Radiography (Plain X-rays) for bones, joints, and soft tissues
Chest X-ray for evaluation of lungs, heart, and chest structures
Abdominal X-ray for detection of obstructions, stones, or abdominal abnormalities
Spinal X-ray (cervical, thoracic, lumbar) for back pain and spinal alignment
Radiology Consultation and Interpretation by qualified radiologists
Patient Education on radiation safety and procedure preparation
Extremity X-rays (arms, hands, legs, feet) for fractures and dislocations
Pelvic and Hip X-rays for injury or degenerative diseases
ULTRASOUND
The Ultrasound unit uses high-frequency sound waves to create images of internal organs, tissues, and developing fetuses during pregnancy. It is a safe, non-invasive diagnostic tool used to monitor organ function and detect abnormalities. The department supports obstetric, abdominal, cardiac, and vascular assessments.
Ultrasound Procedures and Services
General Abdominal Ultrasound for liver, gallbladder, kidneys, pancreas, and spleen assessment
Pelvic Ultrasound for uterus, ovaries, and bladder evaluation
Obstetric Ultrasound for pregnancy monitoring and fetal growth assessment
Breast Ultrasound for detection of lumps, cysts, and other breast abnormalities
Prostate and Scrotal Ultrasound for male reproductive organ assessment
Cardiac (Echocardiography) Ultrasound for heart structure and function