Tag: Al-Shifa Trust Eye Hospital

Rawalpindi, February 27, 2023 (PPI-OT):President Al-Shifa Trust Maj. Gen. (R) Rehmat Khan on Monday said vision impairment and eye disease are major problems and proper public health interventions can reduce the prevalence of blindness in Pakistan. The current annual cost of vision impairment and eye disease in the world runs in hundreds of billions of dollars which include the impact of lost productivity, diminished quality of life, increased depression, etc., he said.

Addressing the first international conference on Public Health, Maj. Gen. (R) Rehmat Khan said that Public Health great tool for fighting blindness which must be utilized optimally. He said that professionals in Public Health can educate the masses on the importance of eye care and ways to maintain good eye health.

This education can include information on proper nutrition, the importance of regular eye checkups, and ways to protect the eyes from injury. Research by Public Health professionals about the prevalence of eye diseases and conditions in the population can help eye hospitals and NGOs in developing prevention and treatment strategies, he said.

Dean of PIO, Prof. Dr. Wajid Ali Khan, Advisor to the HEC Chairman Awais Ahmed, Dr. Zahid A. Butt from the University of Waterloo, Canada, Prof. Tokie Anme from Tsukuba University Japan, Babar Tanseem Sheikh, Director of John Snow International, Mrs. Tahira Ammad, Chairperson of Special Pakistan. Dr. Ayesha Babar Kawish, HOD of Al-Shifa School of Public Health, (ASOPH), Dr. Ahmed Abdullah, Associate Professor at ASOPH, Dr. Quratulain Waheed, Senior Lecturer at ASOPH Dr. Ammara Ajmal, Assistant Professor at ASOPH contributing their expertise to the discussions.

The conference provided a unique opportunity for participants to engage with experts from diverse fields within public health. Attendees included faculty and students from the Al-Shifa School of Public Health, higher management of Al-Shifa Trust, and other public health professionals. Through a series of presentations, discussions, and networking events, the conference succeeded in fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing among experts, paving the way for future advancements in public health research and practice.

The 1st International Public Health Conference provided a platform for experts in public health to come together and exchange ideas, experiences, and knowledge. The conference was attended by an impressive list of speakers and participants from around the world, making it an unforgettable experience for all involved.

For more information, contact:
Al-Shifa Trust Eye Hospital
Jhelum Road, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
Tel: +92-51-5487821-5
Email: info@alshifaeye.org
Website: https://alshifaeye.org/

Rawalpindi, January 05, 2023 (PPI-OT):The Al-Shifa Research Centre hosted its 2nd International Research Conference titled “Landscape of Clinical Trials in Pakistan” focusing on collaboration and integration for the rise of the clinical trial industry in Pakistan. The purpose of the conference, held at Al-Shifa Eye Hospital Rawalpindi, was to provide a comprehensive forum for experts and participants from the industry to exchange ideas and present a way forward for the promotion of clinical trial research in Pakistan.

Chief guest Prof Dr. Muhammad Iqbal Choudhary, Director at the International Center for Chemical and Biological Sciences (ICCBS) Karachi and Coordinator General COMSTECH highlighted the importance of promotion of the clinical trial industry which will lead to the development of the indigenous pharmaceutical industry and innovative medical devices in near future.

He pointed out that instead of being a service provider, we can be innovators in this field with both economic benefits as well as health sector sustainability for our country. China has adopted the same model which was particularly highlighted in its fight against the Covid-19 pandemic, he added.

President Al Shifa Trust Eye Hospital Maj Gen (R) Rehmat Khan shed light on the performances of the Al-Shifa Research Centre and, highlighted the significance of clinical trials. He highlighted how the trust worked in bringing the clinical trials industry to Pakistan under Dr. Ume Sughra. He also mentioned services of the trust in recent floods including a donation of Rs60 million to the flood victims as well as providing primary medical care through free medical camps.

Dean and Chief of Medical Services Al Shifa Trust Eye Hospital, Prof Dr Wajid Ali Khan, thanked Dr. Choudhary for showing the way forward with Al Shifa becoming a clinical trial site as Pakistan is being recognized in the international market as a region for conducting clinical trials which were previously limited to India in the region.

Seasoned researchers including Prof. Dr. Shahzad Ali Khan, VC and Dean Health Services Academy Islamabad; Prof. Dr. Tanwir Khaliq, Vice-Chancellor PIMS Islamabad; Dr. Sadia Asim, Director, Dow University of Health Science and Prof Dr. Saima Saeed, Director Indus Hospital delivered keynote speeches.

Mr. Asim Munir, GM of DRK Pharma Solutions; Mr. Muhammad Tanseer Ali, Country Lead Tigermed and Dr. Adnan Zia Shah, Metrics Research, were also among the notable figures. Researchers and attendees appreciated Al-Shifa Research Centre for organizing an informative and insightful event that provided a stepping stone towards the great potential of Pakistan for clinical trials.

For more information, contact:
Executive Director,
Al-Shifa Trust Eye Hospital
Jhelum Road, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
Phone: +92-51-5487820-24, 0336-5487666
Fax: +92-51-5487827
Email: ed@alshifaeye.org
Website: https://www.alshifaeye.org/

Rawalpindi, December 28, 2022 (PPI-OT):President Al-Shifa Trust, Major Gen (Retd.) Rehmat Khan and Dean PIO, Prof. Dr. Wajid Ali Khan presented a token of thanks to Dr. Tahira Rathor on the recent Gala Dinner organized by the Pakistan Institute of Ophthalmology. Al-Shifa Trust is grateful to Dr. Tahira Rathor for her unwavering support and for all she does to benefit humanity.

For more information, contact:
Executive Director,
Al-Shifa Trust Eye Hospital
Jhelum Road, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
Phone: +92-51-5487820-24, 0336-5487666
Fax: +92-51-5487827
Email: ed@alshifaeye.org
Website: https://www.alshifaeye.org/

Rawalpindi, October 15, 2022 (PPI-OT):President Al-Shifa Trust General (r) Rehmat Khan on Friday said according to World Health Organization, 2.2 billion people around the world live with vision impairment or blindness of which one billion people have conditions that could have been prevented. He said that almost two million people were prone to eye-related diseases in Pakistan while eighty percent of them could be cured with timely intervention.

Briefing media on World Sight Day, a global event meant to draw attention to blindness and vision impairment, he said that one of the major obstacles in providing eye care to the needy is the lack of the required facilities. General (r) Rehmat Khan said that we need to accelerate efforts to ensure that everyone, everywhere has equitable access to high-quality and comprehensive eye health services.

He added that Al-Shifa is trying its best to serve as many patients as possible with a focus on children. He said that we have organized awareness talks and hospital activities in this regard. Prof. Dr. Tayyab Afghani, Senior Consultant, and HOD Orbit and Oculoplastics at Al-Shifa also spoke on the occasion and raised awareness about eye care in various age groups.

He informed that the prevalence of blindness in Pakistan is mostly related to an increase in population and delays on the part of patients and their families to consult a doctor. The ophthalmologists in the awareness session advised the parents to ensure timely eye checkups of their kids. If a child complains of headaches and watery eyes, there is a high likelihood that he suffers from poor eyesight. Parents must not delay consultations with a pediatric eye specialist. The doctors also discussed the effects of diabetes on the eyes and advised the patients to have their eye checkups by vitreo-retina specialists.

For more information, contact:
Executive Director,
Al-Shifa Trust Eye Hospital
Jhelum Road, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
Phone: +92-51-5487820-24, 0336-5487666
Fax: +92-51-5487827
Email: ed@alshifaeye.org
Website: https://www.alshifaeye.org/

Rawalpindi, September 07, 2022 (PPI-OT):Al-Shifa Trust Eye Hospital organized its first flood relief camp at Nowshera Kalan on 6th Sep 2022. More than 1000 victims of flood received free medical checkups. Ration bags were also distributed. President Al-Shifa Trust, Maj Gen (Retd) Rehmat Khan and Executive Director, Brig (Retd) Rizwan Ullah Asghar, were present at the medical camp and distributed ration boxes to the affectees. Your donations make a big change. Please donate as much as you can to send medical aid for the victims of flood.

For more information, contact:
Executive Director,
Al-Shifa Trust Eye Hospital
Jhelum Road, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
Phone: +92-51-5487820-24, 0336-5487666
Fax: +92-51-5487827
Email: ed@alshifaeye.org
Website: https://www.alshifaeye.org/

Rawalpindi, August 30, 2022 (PPI-OT):Al-Shifa Foundation of North America honourable donors Dr. Riffat and her husband Abdul Rahman Chaudhry visited Al-Shifa Trust Eye Hospital today and met our patients in wards, eye cancer unit and OPDs. They also visited Light House and highly appreciated Al-Shifa’s efforts in offering rehabilitation to patients with un-treatable vision loss.

For more information, contact:
Executive Director,
Al-Shifa Trust Eye Hospital
Jhelum Road, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
Phone: +92-51-5487820-24, 0336-5487666
Fax: +92-51-5487827
Email: ed@alshifaeye.org
Website: https://www.alshifaeye.org/