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UHS launches life-saving skills training workshops for medical faculty
LAHORE: The University of Health Sciences (UHS) has launched a series of life-saving skills workshops aimed at capacity building of faculty members of medical colleges in order to train medical students across Punjab. The first in a series of six workshops focused on Cardiac First Response (CFR) and Basic Life Support (BLS) was held at the university's Jinnah Campus on Tuesday, with 20 participants from medical colleges and teaching hospitals of Lahore. The inaugural session of the workshop was chaired by UHS Pro-Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Nadia Naseem, who welcomed the participants and emphasized the vital role of life-saving skills in healthcare education. 'These workshops are now an integral part of our revised curricula. Every health professional will be equipped with the skills to respond in emergencies,' she said, adding: 'This step was essential in producing competent graduates who can make a real difference in patients' lives.' Professors, assistant professors and senior registrars from nine different colleges and hospitals participated in the training, which is part of a 'Master Trainer' series. These trainers will later be responsible for certifying MBBS, BDS, Nursing, Pharmacy, and Allied Health Sciences students under the Life Savers Initiative, developed in collaboration with the National Ambulance Service College (NASC) of Ireland. Speaking through a video link, UHS vice-chancellor Prof. Dr. Ahsan Waheed Rathore underlined the need to reform the medical education landscape in Pakistan. 'We need to change the culture. There must be a 'shout for health' across our institutions,' he said, adding: 'These six skills-based workshops will not only impart essential knowledge but also ensure that our students graduate with hands-on training in saving lives.' Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
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04-07-2025
- Health
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UHS awards certificates to summer elective participants
LAHORE: The University of Health Sciences (UHS) on Thursday held a certificate distribution ceremony, to mark the conclusion of its flagship summer electives program, Medi-Sum 2025. A total of 39 students from various institutions across Punjab were awarded certificates for completing 10-day intensive modules designed to provide hands-on experience and interdisciplinary learning beyond the confines of traditional curricula. The program, now in its latest edition, featured electives across a diverse range of departments including Anatomy, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Haematology, Human Genetics & Molecular Biology, Forensic Medicine, Allied Health Sciences, the Research & Development Centre, and the Professional Skills Development Centre. Medi-Sum 2025 aimed to enhance students' clinical and professional competencies through laboratory-based learning, interactive workshops, expert mentorship, and exposure to research methodologies. The initiative, according to university spokesperson, was designed to nurture inquiry, critical thinking, and collaborative learning—skills deemed essential for emerging healthcare professionals. Speaking at the ceremony, UHS vice-chancellor Prof Dr Ahsan Waheed Rathore reaffirmed the university's focus on student-centered learning. 'Real learning extends beyond textbooks,' he said, adding: 'Through programs like Medi-Sum, we aim to instill the values of curiosity, innovation, and teamwork among future health leaders.' He urged the participants to be the ambassadors of the university and spread the word. Pro-vice-chancellor Prof Dr Nadia Naseem, in her remarks, highlighted the reciprocal value of such initiatives. 'These programs are not just educational for students, they're also a learning experience for us as educators,' she noted, expressing the university's commitment to expanding such academic engagements in future editions. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
