The Safety Net: Hospitals of the Everest Region

Healthcare Heroes Supporting the Mount Everest summit Trip

Medical Care at the Edge

The hospitals in the Khumbu are the invisible guardians of every Everest trekking group. These facilities provide critical care for locals and life-saving interventions for Mount Everest expedition members.

Pheriche: The Altitude Specialists

The HRA clinic in Pheriche is world-famous for its study of high-altitude medicine. They provide daily briefings for Everest trekking groups, helping them recognize the early signs of AMS before the Mount Everest summit approach.

A medical clinic building in the high Himalayas
Kundé: The Community Heart

Built by Hillary, Kundé Hospital serves the Sherpa families. By supporting these institutions during your Mount Everest expedition, you ensure the health of the community that makes your journey possible.

The Lukla Triage

The hospital in Lukla is the first stop for many helicopter rescues. They stabilize climbers coming down from the Mount Everest summit before they are flown back to Kathmandu for further treatment.

Respect the Medics

These doctors work in a harsh, remote environment to keep us safe. Their expertise is a vital part of the success of the Mount Everest expedition industry.