History of Institute of Health Technology, Dhaka

It was established in 1963 by the then East Pakistan Government. It is situated in central area of Dhaka City at Mohakhali Health Complex beside ICDDR, B. When it was established, the name of this institution was Paramedical institute.

Initially it was started by only one course named as Sanitary Inspectorships Training (SIT) with only 30 students. In the year 1980, the former name of this institution was changed into Institute of Health Technology and started Diploma in Medical Technology courses in different discipline as Laboratory, Physiotherapy, Radiotherapy, Radiology, Pharmacy and Dental under State Medical Faculty.

B.Sc. in Physiotherapy and B. Sc. in Heath Technology (Laboratory) Courses were started n the year 2009 under the University of Dhaka.