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French Medical Institute for Mothers and Children (FMIC)

Name: French Medical Institute for Mothers and Children (FMIC)
Brand: French Medical Institute for Mothers and Children (FMIC)

Up to date as of October 22, 2026

FMIC is a 176-bed hospital for women and children in Kabul, known for cardiac surgery and managed by the Aga Khan University.

What it helps with

Care for a sick childPaediatric specialists.
A safe birthMaternity and NICU.
Heart surgeryCardiac programme.

About FMIC:

FMIC opened in 2006 through a partnership of the French and Afghan governments, the Aga Khan Development Network and the French NGO La Chaîne de l'Espoir. It offers paediatrics, obstetrics and gynaecology, a neonatal intensive care unit, cardiac care and many other specialties, with a 24-hour pharmacy. Its Patient Welfare Programme gives free or discounted care to low-income families, and its telemedicine programme links remote hospitals to FMIC specialists.

Key Features:

Women and children: Paediatrics and maternity.
Heart surgery: Children and adults.
Patient welfare: Free or discounted care.
Telemedicine: Support for remote hospitals.

How to Get Started:

Contact FMIC for an appointment or referral.
Bring ID and any previous medical records.
Ask about the Patient Welfare Programme if you cannot afford the fees.
Use the 24-hour pharmacy for prescriptions.

Before you use it

Payment: Families who cannot pay can apply to the Patient Welfare Programme for free or discounted care.
Good to know: Patients come from all provinces, so book early for specialist clinics.

English available

Frequently Asked Questions

Does French Medical Institute for Mothers and Children (FMIC) work with a foreign bank card in Afghanistan?: Not reliably — a foreign card may be declined. Check the notice above, or plan to use a local payment method.
Is French Medical Institute for Mothers and Children (FMIC) available in English?: Yes, French Medical Institute for Mothers and Children (FMIC) has an English-language interface.
Do I need a local phone number to use French Medical Institute for Mothers and Children (FMIC)?: No, an international phone number generally works for French Medical Institute for Mothers and Children (FMIC).
Do I need local ID or residency for French Medical Institute for Mothers and Children (FMIC)?: No, French Medical Institute for Mothers and Children (FMIC) doesn't require local ID or residency for visitors.
Where can I use French Medical Institute for Mothers and Children (FMIC)?: Web
How much does French Medical Institute for Mothers and Children (FMIC) cost?: Fees per service; free or discounted care for eligible families