Maryam Nawaz Health Clinic 2026 — Locations, Services & How to Visit
You do not need to register, book an appointment, or pay anything to visit a Maryam Nawaz Health Clinic. Walk in with your CNIC during clinic hours and receive free consultation, basic lab tests, and free essential medicines. As of 2026, 150 Basic Health Units across Punjab have been transformed into Maryam Nawaz Health Clinics with over 6 million consultations recorded since the program launched in January 2025, according to the CM Special Monitoring Unit at smu.punjab.gov.pk.
Last Updated: May 2026
What Is the Maryam Nawaz Health Clinic?
The Maryam Nawaz Health Clinic program is a Punjab government initiative that has upgraded 150 Basic Health Units (BHUs) into modern digital clinics providing free primary healthcare to all Punjab residents. The clinics run under the Punjab Primary and Secondary Healthcare Department (P&SHD) and are managed by young MBBS doctors who operate each facility under a pay-for-performance contract.
Every clinic runs a fully digital system — from patient entry to treatment — using Electronic Medical Records (EMR). Female doctors and nurses are part of every clinic team.
This scheme handles what the Sehat Card does not cover. The Sehat Card is for hospital admissions and procedures. The Maryam Nawaz Health Clinic is for everyday illness, checkups, maternal care, and medicines at the primary level — before a hospital is needed.
Who Can Visit a Maryam Nawaz Health Clinic?
Any resident of Punjab with a valid CNIC can use the clinic. There is no income requirement, no registration process, and no appointment system. Children can be brought in with a parent’s CNIC and the child’s B-Form.
There is no age restriction. Elderly citizens, pregnant women, children, and patients with chronic conditions can all walk in for care.
What Services Are Available?
The Maryam Nawaz Health Clinics provide the following services free of charge, according to pshealthpunjab.gov.pk:
- General doctor consultation for any illness or complaint
- Blood pressure monitoring
- Blood sugar testing
- Maternal health — antenatal checkups, postnatal care, and deliveries at select 24/7 clinics
- Child immunisation and growth monitoring
- Family planning services and counselling
- Basic laboratory tests — complete blood count, urine analysis, random blood sugar
- Free essential medicines from the BHU pharmacy
- Referral letters to DHQ or THQ hospitals when specialist or inpatient care is needed
About the Free Medicines
Essential medicines from the Punjab government’s Essential Medicines List are fully free at the clinic pharmacy. If a medicine you need is not available at the BHU, ask the doctor to write the generic name — you can then buy the generic version at a pharmacy at a much lower price than a branded alternative.
How to Find Your Nearest Maryam Nawaz Health Clinic
Step-by-Step — Find Your Clinic Online
- Open mnhc.pshealthpunjab.gov.pk on your phone.
- Use the clinic locator — search by district or tehsil name.
- The portal lists all active Maryam Nawaz Health Clinics in your area with their addresses.
- Note the clinic address and check whether it is a standard clinic or a 24/7 clinic.
- Visit during operating hours — most clinics run Saturday to Thursday, 8 AM to 2 PM.
24/7 Clinics
A number of Maryam Nawaz Health Clinics are designated as 24-hour facilities. These operate around the clock and handle night-time emergencies, deliveries, and urgent cases. The MNHC portal at mnhc.pshealthpunjab.gov.pk shows which BHUs in your district are 24/7. Total registrations at both standard and 24/7 clinics stood at 198,554 as of the latest SMU figures, smu.punjab.gov.pk.
How to Visit — Step by Step
- Find your nearest clinic using the steps above — confirm the address and hours.
- Go to the clinic during opening hours. No appointment is needed.
- At the clinic entrance, give your CNIC to the registration desk. Your visit is logged digitally.
- Wait to be called by the doctor. Waiting time varies by day and district.
- Tell the doctor your symptoms or health concern clearly.
- The doctor will examine you, order any needed basic tests, and prescribe treatment.
- Collect your free medicines at the BHU pharmacy counter.
- If the doctor refers you to a hospital, the referral letter also activates your Sehat Card eligibility check — bring your CNIC to the hospital.
What to Do When Something Goes Wrong
Clinic Is Closed During Working Hours
An unannounced BHU closure is reportable. The pay-for-performance model means clinic doctors face direct financial consequences for closures during contracted hours.
Report an unannounced closure by:
- Visiting your District Health Authority (DHA) office with the BHU name, location, and the date and time it was closed.
- Reporting through pshealthpunjab.gov.pk using the contact or feedback section.
In the meantime, go to your nearest alternative BHU or contact the Clinic on Wheels schedule for your area — details at the Clinic on Wheels Punjab guide.
Doctor Is Not Available at the Clinic
If no doctor is present, ask the clinic staff for the reason and the expected return time. If the absence is unscheduled, report it to your DHA office. You are entitled to a doctor during contracted hours.
The Medicine You Need Is Not in Stock
This happens at some BHUs, particularly for less common medications. Ask the doctor for the generic name and the correct dose. Then purchase the generic version at your nearest pharmacy. Do not pay for branded alternatives unless you choose to — the generic version is medically equivalent.
Your CNIC Is Not Being Accepted at the Registration Desk
All BHUs should accept any valid Punjab CNIC. If the staff claim a problem with your CNIC, ask them to log your visit manually and report the issue to their clinic supervisor. If the problem persists, visit your nearest DHA office.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to register online before visiting a Maryam Nawaz Health Clinic?
No. Registration is done on-site when you walk in. You give your CNIC at the desk and the system logs your visit digitally. There is no online pre-registration required for patients — the online portal at mnhc.pshealthpunjab.gov.pk is used only by doctors applying to manage a clinic, not by patients.
Are all 150 clinics currently active across Punjab?
As of the latest SMU data at smu.punjab.gov.pk, all 150 transformed BHUs are operational. Coverage spans all 36 districts. Use the MNHC portal to locate the active clinic nearest to your district or tehsil.
Can I get a referral to a specialist doctor through this clinic?
Yes. If the BHU doctor determines you need specialist or inpatient care, they issue a referral letter. Take that letter and your CNIC to the nearest DHQ or THQ hospital. The referral also connects to the Sehat Card system — your hospital treatment may be covered under the Sehat Card if your family is eligible.
Are deliveries available at Maryam Nawaz Health Clinics?
Deliveries are available at clinics designated as 24/7 facilities. Standard clinics handle antenatal and postnatal checkups but may refer deliveries to the nearest hospital. Check the MNHC portal to confirm whether your nearest clinic is a 24/7 delivery-capable facility.
Is there a male and female doctor at every clinic?
Female doctors and nurses are assigned to every Maryam Nawaz Health Clinic team, according to the P&SHD program guidelines. If a female doctor is not available on a particular day due to an emergency absence, you can request a rescheduled visit or go to the next nearest clinic in your district.
Also see: The full CM Punjab health schemes overview at the CM Punjab health schemes guide and all active Punjab government programs at paksinfo.com/cm-punjab-schemes/.
