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 Hosts Spectacular Annual Function:"Fusion Expressions Beyond the White Coat" On August 5, 2025, Indus University of Health Sciences (IUHS) organized its much-anticipated annual event titled “Fusion Expressions Beyond the White Coat” at Saleem Habib University, Korangi Creek, Karachi. The event was a vibrant celebration of talent, creativity, and the dynamic spirit of future healthcare professionals. The occasion was graced by esteemed guests, including Prof. Dr. Zafar Ali Zaidi, Dean of IUHS, who served as the chief guest. Other distinguished attendees included Dr. Ghina Shams, Associate Dean, IUHS; Prof. Dr. Syed Irfan Hyder, Vice Chancellor [...]

Hands-on training for DHIPC Batch-008 successfully concluded! We are pleased to announce the successful completion of the DHIPC-008 Hands-On Training. This training was conducted during the third semester of the Hospital Infection Prevention & Control program’s one-year diploma. Being the only program of its kind, it was only offered by the Indus Hospital across four of its strategic centers nationwide:  Indus Hospital & Health Network (IHHN) – Main Campus, Karachi  IHHN-RTEH Campus, Muzaffargarh  IHHN-QF NST-SMP Campus, Lahore  Shifa International Hospital, Islamabad The duration of this training was one week, with total number of 165 enrolled candidates from across the [...]

IHHN Celebrates Graduation of Clinical Pharmacy Skills Course Batch-02, Reinforcing Commitment to Professional Development in Healthcare The Department of Pharmacy Services, in collaboration with the Indus University of Health Sciences (IUHS), successfully conducted the Graduation Ceremony for Batch-02 of the Clinical Pharmacy Skills Course on Friday, 13th June 2025. The event celebrated the achievements of participants who completed the intensive course designed to enhance clinical competencies among pharmacists. The session commenced with a soulful Tilawat-e-Quran by Shams Ur Rehman, followed by a Welcome Address by Mr. Sheikh M. Saad, who also served as the event moderator. Dr. Aslam Shah, Chief [...]