Celebrating Educational Excellence at IHHN The Department of Health Professions Education (DHPE) at Indus Hospital & Health Network (IHHN) proudly organized a Certificate Distribution Ceremony on December 15, 2025, to recognize participants of the Certificate of Health Professions Education (CHPE) program. The ceremony was hosted by Dr. Mohammed Junaid and brought together the core faculty of the CHPE course, program participants, esteemed faculty members from affiliated colleges, and principals of participating institutions. The event marked an important milestone in IHHN’s ongoing efforts to promote academic excellence and strengthen teaching and learning in the health professions. The ceremony was further [...]

Ms. Nida Ghouri represents Indus Hospital & Health Network at Global Forum on Bioethics in Research Indus Hospital & Health Network proudly announces that Ms. Nida Ghouri, Manager — Analysis and Research Training Unit and member of the Institutional Review Board (IRB), represented the organisation at the Global Forum on Bioethics in Research (GFBR) held on 18–19 November 2025 in Accra, Ghana. The meeting, themed “Reimagining Research Partnerships: Equity, Power and Resilience,” convened ethicists, researchers, policymakers and global experts to discuss equitable and resilient research collaborations. Ms. Nida Ghouri actively participated in panel discussions and sessions, sharing perspectives on [...]

Groundbreaking Research Publication by Ms. Nasreen Jawaid, PhD Scholar at IUHS We are delighted to announce that Ms. Nasreen Jawaid has achieved a significant milestone with the publication of her research article in a prestigious Springer journal, recognized as W-category, WOS SCIE, and Scopus Q2. Article Title: H-SGE: A Hybrid Model Based on Scene Graph Enrichment for Automated Handgun Detection in Security Surveillance Journal: Signal, Image and Video Processing (Springer) In this study, Ms. Jawaid presents an innovative hybrid model that combines scene graph enrichment with deep-learning object detection to enhance the accuracy of handgun detection in complex security surveillance environments. By leveraging contextual [...]

Indus Faculty Publishes Study on AI Awareness in Medical Education A recent study conducted by faculty from the Department of Health Professions Education, Indus University of Health Sciences, has been published in the National Journal of Health Sciences (Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2025). The paper, titled “Awareness and Perception Regarding the Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) among Teaching Faculty at Indus Hospital and Health Network”, was authored by Madiha Ata, Sadia Rehman, Shafaq Sultana, and Raheela Rafique. The research explored the awareness, perceptions, and readiness of teaching faculty to integrate AI tools into medical education. Findings revealed that while [...]

1st IUHS Research and Innovation Day: Celebrating Excellence in Research and Creativity   The inaugural IUHS Research and Innovation Day was a vibrant showcase of groundbreaking ideas, innovative solutions, and academic excellence, bringing together students and faculty from across the university to celebrate the spirit of inquiry and discovery. The event featured three exciting categories: Oral Presentation, Poster Competition, and Innovation, each highlighting the diverse talents and research endeavors within IUHS. Innovation Category: Innovation took center stage with remarkable projects pushing the boundaries of creativity and practical application. 1st Position: The prestigious top spot was awarded to the Crimson [...]

ICPR Physical Therapy Stall at KATI Annual Dinner & Industries Expo 2025 Indus College of Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation (ICPR) actively participated in the KATI Annual Dinner & Industries Expo 2025 by setting up an interactive Physical Therapy Stall at the PAF Museum Convention Hall. The stall featured a Fitness Testing Camp where participants were assessed for key fitness components, including cardiovascular endurance, reaction time, balance, coordination, muscular endurance, agility, flexibility, power, and speed. The initiative was led by ICPR’s dedicated faculty members, Dr. Syeda Aman Iqbal PT, Dr. Sana Subhan PT, Dr. Syed Zaeem Hassan Zaidi PT, and [...]

The psychological impact of ambiguous mentorship: transparency and trust among nursing institutes in Karachi A new review published in Review Journal of Neurological and Medical Science Review examines how unclear mentorship practices in Karachi’s nursing institutes affect nursing students’ mental health, academic engagement and professional preparedness. The paper — authored by faculty and instructors from Indus University of Health Sciences, Karachi, Kharadar General Hospital, Patel Hospital, Florentia Institute of Medical & Health Sciences (Hyderabad) and JPMC — calls for structured mentorship, transparent evaluation and stronger psychosocial support systems across institutes. Key message Ambiguous mentorship — characterized by unclear roles, [...]

New Insights into Vancomycin Infusion Strategies A recent pilot study conducted at The Indus Hospital, Karachi, has revealed that continuous infusion (CI) of vancomycin achieves therapeutic levels faster, results in less kidney toxicity, and may reduce treatment costs compared to the conventional intermittent infusion (II) method in hospitalized patients with MRSA infections. The research, titled “Analyzing the Pharmacokinetic Difference of Vancomycin 24‑hour Infusion versus Conventional Infusion in Hospitalized Patients: A Pilot Study,” was authored by Sheikh Muhammad Saad, Muhammad Hamid Hanif, Arif Ali Arain, Aslam Shah, and Abdul Manan from the Department of Pharmacy Services, along with Samreen Sarfaraz [...]

Indus University of Health Sciences (IUHS) Inaugurated to Shape the Future of Healthcare Education The Indus University of Health Sciences (IUHS) marked a significant milestone with the grand inauguration of its new campus, bringing together excellence in medical education under one roof. The ceremony, held on March 4, 2025, was attended by distinguished leaders, faculty members, students, and esteemed guests. The event commenced with a prayer for blessings and success, followed by the official ribbon-cutting ceremony performed by CEO & Dean, Dr. Syed Zafar Zaidi. Speaking at the occasion, Dr. Zaidi shared his vision for IUHS, highlighting its role [...]

Addressing Exam Anxiety: Promoting Mental Health Awareness at Indus University of Health Sciences Indus University of Health Sciences (IUHS) recently organized a session titled "From Panic to Peace: Breaking the Cycle of Exam Anxiety," aimed at promoting mental health awareness among students. The session focused on addressing the growing issue of exam anxiety and provided practical strategies to help students manage stress. The session explored the common causes of exam anxiety, including high self-expectations, fear of failure, lack of preparation, negative self-talk, and past academic challenges. It emphasized how these pressures particularly affect medical students, leading to reduced academic [...]