24×7 emergency and trauma care at SHRINIVASGERIMS, Chapra: when to come, specialties on call, ICU, Ayushman Bharat support and how to reach the hospital.
When someone collapses, bleeds, cannot breathe, or is in labour with a complication, you need a hospital that is open, staffed and equipped now — not in the morning. SHRINIVASGERIMS (Shrinivas G Medical College & Hospital) on the Chapra–Garkha Highway runs 24×7 emergency services as part of a 905-bed teaching hospital for Chapra, Garkha, Saran and nearby districts.
This 2026 guide explains when to come, what is available, and how to reach us. It is information for families, not a substitute for calling emergency services.
Emergency number and location
| Need | Contact |
|---|---|
| Emergency | 06152-231001 |
| Appointment | 092967 87305 |
| Address | Opposite HP Petrol Pump, Garkha, Bihar 841311 (Chapra–Garkha Highway) |
Book an appointment for planned visits. For life-threatening problems, come straight to emergency or call the emergency line.
What 24×7 emergency care includes
The emergency department is backed by:
- Trauma bays and on-call multidisciplinary teams
- Critical-care / ICU support, including oxygen and ventilator pathways
- Blood bank access
- Diagnostics (including imaging and laboratory support used in acute care)
- Modular OTs for emergency surgery
- Specialty cover across medicine, surgery, orthopaedics, paediatrics, obstetrics & gynaecology, ENT, eye, dermatology, dentistry, psychiatry and urology
Working hours for OPD are typically 10 AM to 6 PM; emergency remains 24×7.
When you should come to emergency
Go to emergency without waiting for an OPD slot if you see:
- Chest pain, sudden breathlessness or fainting
- Signs of stroke (face droop, arm weakness, speech difficulty)
- Major injury, suspected fracture, or uncontrolled bleeding
- High fever with confusion, neck stiffness or a rash in a child
- Pregnancy danger signs (heavy bleeding, severe headache, seizures, reduced fetal movement)
- Severe abdominal pain, poisoning, or burns
A fuller list is on top 7 signs you should visit a hospital immediately.
Ayushman Bharat and emergency admission
Eligible families can use Ayushman Bharat / PM-JAY for cashless care where the package applies, including emergency and ICU pathways. Details: Ayushman Bharat free treatment. Carry the Ayushman card and identity proof if you have them; do not delay arrival to find paperwork.
Why a teaching hospital for emergencies
A medical college hospital keeps specialists, residents and diagnostics on one campus. That is why families looking for the best hospital in Chapra for emergency treatment should check bed strength, 24×7 staffing and specialty list — not only distance.
Overview of hospital services: best hospital in Chapra.
Frequently asked questions
- Does SHRINIVASGERIMS have 24×7 emergency services?
- Yes. The emergency department operates round the clock with trauma bays, critical-care support, blood bank access and on-call multidisciplinary teams.
- What number should I call for emergency care in Chapra?
- Call the hospital emergency line 06152-231001. For appointments use 092967 87305. The campus is on the Chapra–Garkha Highway, opposite HP Petrol Pump, Garkha, Saran.