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Request an Appointment
 

Everyone can request an appointment at “Arabkir” MC-ICAH following the instructions; 

 

1. For emergencies, the reception of “Arabkir” MC-ICAH (“Reception and Emergency Room”) works 24 hours a day.  For example, if a child has fever, dizziness, acute pain or is unconscious, and you called an ambulance and the doctor decided that the child needs urgent inpatient care. You can bring the child to “Arabkir” MC-ICAH yourself, if you see that your child is in such condition listed above. In those cases there’s no need for a referral or to make an appointment.   

 

2.  If the child needs medical service and care, but their condition is not assessed as urgent, you can apply to “Arabkir” MC - ICAH for a scheduled visit, for which you need a referral. The referrals are provided by doctors of primary health care clinics and can be given for:

  • consultations with specialists

  • clarifying the diagnosis

  • some clinical and paraclinical examinations 

  • inpatient care

The referrals are sent via electronic health system, and only the first type of referrals (for consultations with specialists) are sent in paper-form. 

 

The doctor in your primary health care clinic makes a note on the referral, which indicates why it can be used in the medical complex.
The referral is valid for one month from the date of issue. After receiving the referral, you should call the department and register for a visit. Make sure to bring the copies of your child’s birth certificate and parent’s passport to register in the medical complex.

 

3. If your child undergoes dispensary observation at “Arabkir” MC (in accordance with the Ministry of Health’s annual visiting schedule) and you regularly bring them to the dispensary room, you should call and register for a visit, to save both your and your doctor’s time.

 

4.  If you prefer to make a scheduled visit to “Arabkir” MC without a referral from your primary health care center, you should pay for medical care and services. But in this case as well, you must register in advance. Payment does not release you from the queue. 

 

5.  “Arabkir” MC-ICAH provides services to adults as well. In most cases those services are on a paid basis, except the cases provided by law.   

 

ATTENTION!

  • There are some clinical and paraclinical examinations and interventions that are not referred by the state. In that case either patients/their relatives must pay for medical services, or the insurance company, if the patient is insured.

  • Referred medical services are provided to the citizens of the Republic of Armenia only.

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Years of Tireless Work Recognized by the WHO
Years of Tireless Work Recognized by the WHO   The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially designated Arabkir Medical Center-Institute of Child and Adolescent Health (Arabkir MC-ICAH) as a “WHO Collaborating Centre” in the field of child and adolescent health. This recognition places Armenia among an elite group of nine countries in the WHO European Region, including Great Britain, France, Switzerland, Germany, Italy, Ireland, Norway, and Russia.     An event was held today at "Arabkir" BH-ICAH to celebrate this milestone. Distinguished attendees included Minister of Health Anahit Avanesyan, Deputy Minister Armen Gasparyan, Head of the WHO Armenia Office Siddhartha Datta, UN Resident Coordinator Françoise Jacquet, and representatives from UNICEF, UNFPA, the UN World Food Program, and other local and international organizations.     Professor Ara Babloyan, Scientific Director of Arabkir MC-ICAH, welcomed guests, expressing gratitude for their presence on this significant occasion. Reflecting on the institute’s journey since its establishment in 2003, he noted initial skepticism about its purpose. However, the institute's accomplishments have had a profound impact not only in Armenia but also internationally. These efforts, focused on child development, adolescent health, school health, and pediatric care quality, have earned the trust and recognition of the WHO. Arabkir MC-ICAH continues to lead transformative programs in alignment with Armenia's Ministry of Health strategies, contributing to improved health outcomes for children and adolescents.     Sergey Sargsyan, Head of the Institute of Child and Adolescent Health, presented the Institute's activities across various domains, ranging from educational, research, and informational programs to practical medicine. Special emphasis was placed on rehabilitation, newborn screening, rapid response initiatives, and training for nurses and allied health professionals. Notably, one of the most recent achievements is that just a few days ago, the European Council of Pediatrics granted the Arabkir MC-ICAH the status of a pediatric allergology training center meeting European standards.     The attendees were also greeted and congratulated via videoconference by Martin Weber, Head of the Child and Adolescent Health Program at the WHO European Office, who is responsible for quality assurance in medical care.     Siddhartha Datta, Head of the WHO Armenia Office, expressed high appreciation for the work of Arabkir MC-ICAH over the years. He remarked on numerous occasions where he was deeply impressed by the center’s exceptional contributions, which have consistently demonstrated a level of excellence. This outstanding work, he noted, served as the basis for the WHO granting such a prestigious status at the regional level. In his speech, Dr. Datta emphasized the center’s extensive expertise in child and adolescent health, disease prevention, and treatment, as well as its data-driven, research-oriented approaches. He added that such centers of excellence, with their significant achievements and accumulated experience, have the potential to receive recognition as WHO Collaborating Centers, which opens doors for broader collaboration and even greater success.     Minister Anahit Avanesyan, in her speech, described the occasion as historic and of great public and state significance. She stated: "We are proud that this center is the first in Armenia to receive the status of a WHO Collaborating Center. Despite limited resources, our country continuously expands programs aimed at preserving, restoring, and improving the health of children and adolescents. This policy remains a priority."     Upon receiving the document confirming the WHO Collaborating Center status, Ara Babloyan expressed his gratitude, stating: "We are happy to not only learn from the world’s leading health organizations but also share our knowledge and experience with other countries. This is the formula for humanity's progress."