Tibetans in India and Nepal have access to affordable community-centred health care through a network of 47 clinics and hospitals, serving over 70,000 people with comprehensive primary and preventive services. Priority is given to the most vulnerable, who receive free consultations, essential medicines and rehabilitation support, including persons with disabilities, individuals living with HIV epilepsy or leprosy, disadvantaged elders and those recovering from substance abuse.
To reach remote locations, community outreach nurses deliver care directly to households through home visits, basic treatment, health education, early diagnosis and referrals. Telemedicine further strengthens access by connecting patients with specialist doctors, supported by community health workers who assist with diagnostics and e-prescriptions.
Preventive care is central to the program, with regular health camps focused on eye and dental care, cancer awareness, heart health and general wellness. These camps help prevent avoidable illness, enable early detection and provide timely treatment, including sight-saving interventions.
For advanced medical needs, more than 25,000 Tibetans are covered under the Tibetan Medicare System, which provides hospitalization insurance for secondary and tertiary care. Mental health services continue to grow through school and community awareness programs, counseling, outdoor therapy, telepsychiatry and follow-up care by community nurses helping reduce stigma and ensure support for individuals and families.
