Kunde Hospital

Kunde Hospital is a primary healthcare facility located in the Khumbu region of Nepal, serving the local Sherpa community and international trekkers in the Everest area. Established in 1966 by Sir Edmund Hillary through the Himalayan Trust, it was the first hospital founded in the region to provide modern medical services. The hospital offers a range of essential care, including emergency treatment, maternal and child health services, and specialized management of high-altitude illnesses. Operating as a non-profit institution, it is primarily supported by the Himalayan Trust and international donations. The facility plays a critical role in the public health infrastructure of high-altitude Nepal, often staffed by local health professionals trained through trust-supported programs.