Surgery Unit 3 Hosts Academic Meeting with Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Khalid Masood Gondal

Surgery Unit 3 at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital hosted a significant academic meeting today, graced by the presence of Respected Vice Chancellor, Professor Dr. Khalid Masood Gondal. Also in attendance were senior faculty members Professor Dr. Bilquis Shabbir, Professor Dr. Imran Aslam, Professor Dr. Qamar Ashfaq, and Head of Surgery Unit 3, Dr. Shabbir Chohan.

The central agenda of the meeting was a comprehensive review of ongoing postgraduate research projects. Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Khalid Masood Gondal personally interacted with the trainees, appreciated their academic efforts, and provided insightful feedback aimed at enhancing research quality and relevance. His motivational words inspired students and faculty alike, reinforcing a culture of inquiry and scholarly excellence.

As part of the academic advancements, two new Second Fellowship programs—in Breast Surgery and Minimally Invasive Surgery—were formally introduced. Professor Gondal lauded this step as a landmark development in surgical subspecialization, positioning Sir Ganga Ram Hospital at the forefront of postgraduate surgical training in Pakistan.

The meeting also included a detailed review of the monthly surgical audit of tumor cases, emphasizing evidence-based practice, clinical governance, and the importance of data in enhancing surgical outcomes and patient safety.

A noteworthy highlight was the acknowledgment of Surgery Unit 3’s emergency duty during the Eid holidays. Demonstrating exceptional commitment, the unit maintained uninterrupted emergency services during this critical period. In a gesture that deeply touched the medical staff, Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Khalid Masood Gondal personally visited the emergency department on Eid day, recognizing and appreciating the dedication of young doctors on duty.

The session concluded with a heartfelt speech by Dr. Bakhtawar Khan, House Officer in Surgery Unit 3, who eloquently captured the sentiments of the department:

“Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem.

Respected Vice Chancellor Professor Dr. Khalid Masood Gondal, Professor Dr. Bilquis Shabbir, Professor Dr. Imran Aslam, Professor Dr. Qamar Ashfaq, Head of Department Dr. Shabbir Chohan, esteemed faculty members, colleagues, and dear guests —

Assalamualaikum and a very good morning.

It is truly an honour for me to stand here on behalf of Surgery Unit 3 to extend a warm and heartfelt welcome to our esteemed Vice Chancellor.

Sir, your presence is not only a privilege, but a living example of the excellence, dedication, and leadership that inspire us all.

From your pioneering contributions to surgery and medical education, to your visionary leadership at CPSP and now at FJMU and Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, your impact is both institutional and deeply personal.

Under your guidance, our university has grown immensely — in academics, clinical care, and research. You have cultivated opportunities for young doctors to thrive.

We are especially grateful for your recent visit to the Emergency Department during Eid, when your presence reminded us that true leadership never takes a holiday.

On behalf of Dr. Shabbir Chohan and every member of Surgery Unit 3, we sincerely thank you for believing in us, guiding us, and setting a standard we all aspire to follow.

Welcome once again, sir, and thank you for honouring us with your presence.

Shukriya, and Allah Hafiz.”

This academic meeting marked not only a review of scholarly progress but also a reaffirmation of the values of dedication, innovation, and compassionate leadership that define the future of healthcare and surgical education at Fatima Jinnah Medical University.