The Department of Health and Hospital Management's class of Global & Local Public Health Challenges (Fall 2024) organized an insightful seminar on November 30, 2024, focusing on the integration of Public Health and Healthcare Management in alignment with Sustainable Development Goal 3: Good Health & Well-being. The event served as a platform for thought-provoking discussions and innovative solutions aimed at fostering improved health outcomes.
The seminar featured distinguished guest speakers, including Dr. Omar Farooq, Senior Manager of Technical Services at Marie Stopes Society; Dr. Usman H. Bhatti, Interventional Cardiologist and Director of Medical Services at OMI; and Dr. Anum Khan, Senior Lecturer in Public Health at Ziauddin University. Adding further depth to the dialogue were accomplished panelists, including Dr. Sarwat Mumtaz, Associate Professor of Public Health at Ziauddin and Management Consultant; Rabia Anwer, a Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist at Ziauddin University and former President of PNDS; Dr. Shazia Kiran, Head of R&F and Family Medicine Clinician and Administrator; and Dr. Sameera Ali Rizvi, Head of the MSPH Program at SZABIST.
The seminar’s success is a testament to the dedication and hard work of the students from the Global & Local Public Health Challenges program, who meticulously planned and executed the event under the expert guidance of their faculty mentors. This collaborative effort represents a significant step forward in addressing critical public health challenges, reinforcing the commitment to creating a healthier and brighter future for communities.