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In 1958, an independent outpatient department was established within Mayo Hospital in Lahore, specifically dedicated to serving government employees. Recognizing the growing demand for healthcare services, the department underwent further development and expansion. By 1960, it had transformed into a fully-fledged 55-bedded hospital, bearing the name "Wahdat Hospital." This upgraded facility boasted comprehensive medical and surgical capabilities, along with a well-equipped laboratory and X-ray unit to support diagnostics.
As the hospital continued to thrive and cater to the healthcare needs of the community, it underwent a name change to reflect its evolving purpose and commitment. Hence, it was renamed "Services Hospital." The decision to rebrand the hospital highlighted its mission to provide excellent medical services to the public, with a particular emphasis on serving the government employees who had been instrumental in its establishment.
This plaque discovered in the outpatient department commemorates the inauguration of "Wahdat Hospital" by Lt. General Bakhtiar Rana, who served as the Martial Law Administrator. The hospital was officially opened on December 23, 1960.
