General Physician & Internal Medicine — Charak Hospital, Lucknow

Your Trusted Physician
For Every Health Concern

From fever, dengue & typhoid to diabetes, hypertension, thyroid, and complex multi-system conditions — our MD-qualified internal medicine specialists provide accurate diagnosis, evidence-based treatment and compassionate care. Serving patients from Chowk, Balaganj, Dubagga, Rajaji Puram, Alambagh and all of Lucknow.

NABH Accredited MD-Qualified Physicians 24/7 Emergency Cover NABL Lab On-Site Hardoi Road, Dubagga

Why Choose Our Physicians

3 MD-Qualified PhysiciansAll doctors hold MBBS + MD (Medicine) from recognised universities
All Fever Types TreatedDengue · Typhoid · Malaria · Viral · Chikungunya
Lifestyle Disease ExpertsDiabetes · Hypertension · Obesity · Thyroid Disorders
Same-Day NABL Lab ReportsDengue NS1, CBC, Blood Sugar, Thyroid, LFT, KFT & more
All Insurance & Ayushman BharatCashless treatment for empanelled patients
3MD Physicians
24/7Emergency Cover
NABHAccredited
NABLLab On-Site

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Expert Internal Medicine Care in Lucknow

The Department of Internal Medicine at Charak Hospital, Lucknow, is the first point of contact for patients with acute and chronic medical conditions. Our team of MD-qualified General Physicians and Internists provides comprehensive, evidence-based care for the full spectrum of adult medicine — from common illnesses like fever, dengue, and gastroenteritis to complex chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, kidney disease, respiratory illness, and autoimmune disorders.

What sets us apart is our ability to manage patients holistically — rather than referring every symptom to a different specialist, our internists work up the whole patient, identify the underlying cause, and coordinate care across departments when needed. Backed by a NABL-accredited laboratory, advanced imaging, and a 24/7 emergency service, we ensure your health concerns are addressed promptly and accurately.

We proudly serve patients from Dubagga, Chowk, Balaganj, Rajaji Puram, Alambagh, Aliganj, Gomti Nagar, Hazratganj, Aminabad, Indira Nagar and across Lucknow and neighbouring districts of Uttar Pradesh.

Meet Our Physicians

Dr. (Col.) Sumit Saraswat — Director, Department of Internal Medicine, Charak Hospital Lucknow Internal Medicine
Dr. (Col.) Sumit Saraswat
MBBS, MD (Medicine)
Director, Department of Internal Medicine
Fever & Infections Diabetes Critical Care
Dr. Mohd. Tauseef Khan — General Physician & Internal Medicine Specialist, Charak Hospital Lucknow Internal Medicine
Dr. Mohd. Tauseef Khan
MBBS, MD (Medicine)
Physician & Internal Medicine Specialist
Hypertension Thyroid Lifestyle Disease
Dr. Abhishek Kumar Goyal — Physician & Internal Medicine Specialist, Charak Hospital Lucknow Internal Medicine
Dr. Abhishek Kumar Goyal
MBBS, MD (Medicine) — KGMU
Physician & Internal Medicine Specialist
ICU & Critical Care Pulmonary Emergency Medicine

Medical Conditions Treated at Our Internal Medicine Department

Our physicians manage a comprehensive range of acute and chronic medical conditions. If you are unsure which specialist to see, start with our Internal Medicine department — we will diagnose, treat, and refer to the right specialist when needed.

Condition / Illness Category Approach / Treatment
Fever (Persistent / High Grade)InfectiousBlood culture, CBC, IV antibiotics, supportive care
Dengue FeverVector-BorneNS1 antigen test, platelet monitoring, IV fluids
Typhoid / Enteric FeverInfectiousWidal / blood culture, antibiotics, fever management
MalariaVector-BornePeripheral smear / RDT, anti-malarial therapy
ChikungunyaVector-BorneSymptomatic treatment, joint pain management
Diabetes Mellitus (Type 1 & 2)MetabolicHbA1c monitoring, insulin/oral medication management
Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)CardiovascularLifestyle counselling, anti-hypertensive therapy
Thyroid Disorders (Hypo / Hyperthyroidism)EndocrineTSH / T3 / T4 testing, hormone therapy titration
Asthma & Allergic BronchitisRespiratoryInhaler therapy, spirometry, allergen avoidance
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)RespiratoryBronchodilators, pulmonology co-management
Pneumonia & Lung InfectionsRespiratoryChest X-ray, targeted antibiotics, oxygen therapy
Urinary Tract Infections (UTI)InfectiousUrine culture, appropriate antibiotics, nephrology referral if needed
AnaemiaHaematologicalCBC, iron studies, B12, folate, targeted supplementation
Jaundice & Liver DiseaseHepaticLFT, viral hepatitis panel, GI co-management
Acute Gastroenteritis / Food PoisoningGIIV rehydration, antiemetics, stool culture
Rheumatoid Arthritis & Joint PainRheumatologicalRA factor, anti-CCP, DMARD initiation
Obesity & Metabolic SyndromeMetabolicBMI assessment, diet counselling, metabolic workup
Vitamin Deficiencies (B12, D3, Iron)NutritionalSerum testing, IV / oral supplementation
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)RenalCreatinine / eGFR monitoring, nephrology referral
Post-COVID ComplicationsPost-InfectiousLong COVID assessment, fatigue, breathlessness workup

What Our Internal Medicine Department Offers

Fever & Infection Clinic

Dengue, typhoid, malaria, viral fever — rapid diagnosis and IV treatment

Diabetes Management

HbA1c monitoring, insulin titration, complication screening and diet counselling

Hypertension & Cardiac Risk

BP control, cardiovascular risk assessment and lifestyle modification

Respiratory Medicine

Asthma, COPD, pneumonia and respiratory infection management

ICU & Critical Care

Ventilator management, sepsis, acute respiratory failure and multi-organ support

Preventive Health Checks

Annual health packages, full blood work, ECG, chest X-ray and physician review

Why Patients in Lucknow Choose Charak Hospital

MD-Qualified Physicians

All our internists hold an MD in Medicine from recognised medical universities — including KGMU, one of North India's most prestigious institutions. You get specialist-level care from your very first consultation.

NABL Lab — Same-Day Reports

Our NABL-accredited laboratory processes dengue NS1, CBC, blood sugar, thyroid, LFT, KFT, urine culture and other investigations with same-day results — enabling rapid diagnosis and treatment initiation.

Integrated ICU & HDU

Severe or deteriorating patients are seamlessly transferred to our ICU / HDU for ventilator support, IV therapy and round-the-clock monitoring — without needing another hospital.

All Insurance & Ayushman Bharat

We accept Ayushman Bharat (PMJAY), CGHS, ECHS, and all major TPAs for cashless treatment. Our billing desk can help with pre-authorisation and claims at no extra charge.

OPD Timings — Internal Medicine

Physician Qualification Days OPD Timings
Dr. (Col.) Sumit Saraswat MBBS, MD (Medicine) Mon – Sat 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Dr. Mohd. Tauseef Khan MBBS, MD (Medicine) Mon – Sat 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Dr. Abhishek Kumar Goyal MBBS, MD (Medicine) — KGMU Mon – Sat 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Walk-ins welcome. Evening OPD available with Dr. Tauseef (4–8 PM). For faster service, call ahead: 05226664444. Emergency consultations available 24/7.

Cashless Insurance: Ayushman Bharat  ·  CGHS  ·  ECHS  ·  Star Health  ·  Mediassist  ·  Medi-Claim  ·  All Major TPAs

General Physician Near You — Serving All of Lucknow

Looking for a best general physician near Chowk, Balaganj, Dubagga, Rajaji Puram or Alambagh? Charak Hospital is located on Hardoi Road, Dubagga — one of the most centrally accessible locations in Lucknow. Whether you are coming from the old city areas of Chowk, Balaganj, Aminabad or Hazratganj, or the newer localities of Gomti Nagar, Aliganj, Indira Nagar or Chinhat, our hospital is easily reachable. We also serve patients travelling from Unnao, Hardoi, Sitapur, Barabanki and Raebareli who need specialist internal medicine care that is not available locally. With three MD-qualified physicians, a NABL lab, ICU, and all insurance accepted, we are the complete internal medicine destination for Lucknow and surrounding districts.

ChowkBalaganjDubaggaRajaji PuramAlambaghAliganjGomti NagarHazratganjAminabadIndira NagarChinhatVikas NagarFaizabad RoadUnnaoHardoiBarabankiSitapurRaebareli

Frequently Asked Questions

You should see a General Physician or Internal Medicine specialist. Our doctors at Charak Hospital — Dr. Sumit Saraswat, Dr. Mohd. Tauseef Khan, and Dr. Abhishek Kumar Goyal — are available Monday to Saturday. They will assess your fever, run the required blood tests (CBC, dengue NS1, Widal, malaria test etc.) and begin treatment — often on the same visit. Call 05226664444 to book.
Yes. Dengue fever — including severe dengue with low platelet counts — is treated at Charak Hospital. We offer same-day NS1 antigen and IgM/IgG dengue testing, CBC monitoring, IV fluid therapy, and platelet support. Patients from Chowk, Balaganj, Dubagga, Alambagh and across Lucknow regularly come to us during dengue season for reliable, affordable treatment.
Absolutely. Our physicians have extensive experience in managing Type 2 diabetes, insulin-dependent diabetes, hypertension, and their complications. We offer HbA1c testing, blood sugar monitoring, oral medication initiation and adjustment, insulin therapy, and screening for diabetic kidney disease, eye disease and nerve damage. You do not need to see an endocrinologist for routine diabetes management — our internists handle this comprehensively.
An Internal Medicine specialist (Internist) holds an MBBS plus an MD in Medicine — a 3-year postgraduate degree focused on adult diseases. This gives them the depth to manage complex, multi-system conditions beyond the scope of a basic general practitioner. At Charak Hospital, all our physicians hold an MD (Medicine) from recognised universities, meaning you receive specialist-level internal medicine care.
Yes. Charak Hospital has a well-equipped Medical ICU and High Dependency Unit (HDU). Dr. Abhishek Kumar Goyal specialises in ICU and critical care management — including mechanical ventilation, management of sepsis, multi-organ dysfunction, ARDS and other life-threatening conditions. Patients admitted under internal medicine who deteriorate are managed in the ICU without transfer to another hospital.
We offer annual health screening packages that include full blood count, blood sugar (fasting and post-meal), HbA1c, lipid profile, kidney function (KFT), liver function (LFT), thyroid (TSH), urine routine, ECG, chest X-ray, and a physician consultation to review your results. These packages are ideal for anyone above 30 — especially those with a family history of diabetes, hypertension, or heart disease. Call us for current package pricing.
We serve patients from across Lucknow — Chowk, Balaganj, Dubagga, Rajaji Puram, Alambagh, Aliganj, Gomti Nagar, Hazratganj, Aminabad, Indira Nagar, Chinhat, Vikas Nagar and more. Charak Hospital on Hardoi Road, Dubagga is easily accessible by road from all major areas. We also see patients referred from Unnao, Hardoi, Sitapur, Barabanki and Raebareli.
Yes. Charak Hospital is empanelled under Ayushman Bharat (PMJAY), CGHS, ECHS, and accepts all major insurance TPA cashless policies including Star Health, Mediassist, Medi-Claim, Heritage Health, Vipul Medcorp and others. Our insurance team at the billing counter can assist with pre-authorisation and claim processing. Please bring your Ayushman card or insurance details at the time of admission.