From Grey Structure to
Functional Epilepsy
Diagnostic & Research Facility
Our initiative to expand diagnostic and management services for epilepsy, and to strengthen our research capacity in this vital field, began on 2 November 2021. Despite significant logistical and financial challenges, steady progress has been made. We are now on the verge of launching extended diagnostic and management services, bringing us another step closer to offering epilepsy surgery and further advancing epilepsy research.
Significant progress has been made in transforming the previously unfinished first-floor grey structure into a fully operational, purpose-designed facility supporting advanced epilepsy diagnostics, research, and organizational functions.
The following key developments have been completed to date at the cost of PKR 25,000,000/=:
1. Comprehensive Civil Works
Extensive finishing work has now been completed, including plastering and surface smoothing, flooring and tiling, electrical and plumbing installations, sound-proof windows and doors, painting, data-networking setup, and all essential safety fittings. These upgrades have transformed the bare grey shell into a safe, fully compliant, and patient-ready facility.
2. Purpose-Built Functional Spaces
A range of specialized rooms have been constructed to support clinical services, research, and organizational needs:
The Prolonged EEG Monitoring Unit consists of three sound-proof, glass-enclosed monitoring rooms, each with an attached washroom, along with a spacious nursing station designed for continuous visual and electronic patient monitoring. The unit is fully equipped with the required infrastructure to support long-term video-EEG diagnostics.
Research Room, designed to support ongoing scientific and clinical epilepsy research.
Digital Library, providing access to global literature, training materials, and academic resources.
Public / Community Awareness & Education Space to support epilepsy education, community engagement, and public health awareness initiatives, strengthening our long-standing outreach mission.
ILAE & IBE Secretariat Offices, dedicated to professional coordination, global and regional initiatives, and administrative activities.
Secure Storage Facilities, including areas for NGO operational supplies, patient management records, archived NGO documents and records for mandatory long-term data preservation.
3. Diagnostic-Grade Soundproofing
Specialized soundproofing has been installed, particularly in the EEG monitoring unit, to eliminate external noise interference and ensure the high accuracy required for prolonged EEG recordings.
4. Interior Furnishing and Setup
The entire space has been partially furnished, including workstations, cabinetry, diagnostic room fittings, and patient-support areas, ensuring a functional and well-organized working environment.
To complete the project, we need your ongoing support.
a. Acquisition of Prolonged Video EEG Systems & Furnishing of the EEG monitoring units and nursing area
Procurement of prolonged video EEG equipment, including machines requiring import, is underway to fully equip the monitoring unit for advanced epilepsy diagnostics.
Furnishing like air conditioners, surgical beds, and seating furniture for attendants, staff and doctors, linen and mandatory medical equipment and disposables are required.
b. Acquisition of Office Furnishing
Partial furnishing has been done; computers, printers, air-conditioners and digital library material (e-books journals and research related online registrations to be done.
c. CC TV Cameras System
For over security of the space and furnishings.
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