About ICH
An academic institute built around child health
Recognized by BM&DC and BCPS, ICH combines clinical volume with disciplined postgraduate teaching.
Background & History
Founded in 1997 as the academic wing of Chattagram Maa-O-Shishu Hospital, the Institute of Child Health has grown into one of Bangladesh’s leading centres for postgraduate pediatric education, combining a high-volume clinical service with structured academic training
Message from the Director
We prioritize structured, high-quality post-graduate training to foster clinical competence and ethical medical practice. Our residents learn at the bedside, in the seminar room and through supervised research — Prof. Dr. Wazir Ahmed, Director.
Mission & Vision
Mission: to develop competent, compassionate & socially responsible doctors for home & abroad. Vision: to lead in innovation & excellence in medical education & health care.
Administration & Governing Body
The institute is guided by a governing body of the CMOSH trust together with an academic council of professors and unit heads, ensuring compliance with BM&DC, BCPS and university regulations.
About us
The Institute of Child Health (ICH), Chattogram Maa-O-Shishu Hospital, is a leading institution dedicated to child health education, training, and specialized medical services in Bangladesh.
The institute was founded by the late Professor Dr. Shahadat Hossain, the Founder and First Director of ICH, and a pioneer in pediatric medicine in Bangladesh. Under his leadership and guidance, this journey of advancing child health education and professional training began.
In 1997, the postgraduate Diploma in Child Health (DCH) program was introduced with the goal of improving child healthcare services. Currently, 6 doctors are admitted each year. The course is approved by the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Bangladesh Medical & Dental Council (BM&DC), and Bangladesh Medical University (BMU). At present, the 29th batch is ongoing. A total of 157 doctors have participated in this program, of whom 116 have successfully completed their postgraduate training.
Later, the MD (Pediatrics) program was introduced to develop specialist pediatricians. Each year, 2 doctors are admitted, and currently the 5th batch is ongoing. This training is conducted in coordination with BCPS Part-II.
In addition, ICH offers FCPS Part-II Training, which is recognized by the Bangladesh College of Physicians and Surgeons (BCPS). Training opportunities are available in Pediatrics, Neonatology, Pediatric Neurology, and other subspecialties.
The core mission of ICH is to contribute to national child healthcare through advanced training, skilled human resource development, and research. The institute remains committed to ensuring the well-being of newborns and children and to building a healthier future for the next generation.
Committed to a Healthy Chattogram
