Surgical Conference

AKU’s 10th Annual Surgical Conference Focuses on Innovations in Surgical Care and Patient Safety

The Aga Khan University (AKU), Department of Surgery, proudly celebrated a milestone with its 10th Annual Surgical Conference, marking a decade of leadership and innovation in the surgical field. The two-day event, brought together a distinguished lineup of both international and national experts who engaged in discussions on transformative advancements in surgical care. Held under…

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Children’s Day

Stepping forward for children’s health, AKUH celebrates World Children’s Day with a series of vibrant festivities

The Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH) marked World Children’s Day with a week-long celebration filled with engaging and impactful events, reaffirming its commitment to the health, safety, and future of children. The festivities kicked off with a joyous cake-cutting ceremony in the Paediatric Ward’s play area, led by Dr Fyezah Jehan, Chair of Paediatrics and…

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Surgical Conference

AKU’s Centre of Excellence for Trauma and Emergencies Partners with PDMA to Combat Heatwaves in Pakistan

The Centre of Excellence for Trauma and Emergencies (CETE) at Aga Khan University (AKU), in collaboration with the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA), convened a stakeholder meeting under its ‘Heat Emergency Awareness and Treatment’ project. Funded by Elrha, the project  aims to address the escalating threat of extreme heat events in Pakistan through public awareness,…

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Advancing Higher Education Quality: Aga Khan University Hosts Second Landmark Event with Higher Education Commission

Following the resounding success of its inaugural event in 2021, the Higher Education Commission’s (HEC) Quality Assurance Agency in collaboration with the Aga Khan University Network of Quality, Teaching and Learning, organized a pivotal three-day workshop aimed at improving the quality of higher education in Pakistan. Mr Nasir Shah, Director General, Quality Assurance Agency, HEC,…

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AKU and CSJ Collaborate to Address Education Policy Challenges

The Aga Khan University Institute for Educational Development (AKU-IED), in collaboration with the Centre for Social Justice (CSJ), Pakistan hosted a dynamic policy dialogue on ‘Overcoming Educational Policy Challenges through Better Governance’. The event served as a platform for engaging experts and stakeholders, fostering innovative strategies for governance enhancement, gaining valuable insights into improving educational…

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Aga Khan University hosts math games’ showcase by female educators to out-of-school girls

The Aga Khan University Institute for Educational Development (AKU-IED) successfully concluded its weeklong celebration of the International Day of Mathematics (IDM) 2024 with a Grand Showcase inspired by this year’s theme: “Playing with Math,” on March 8, 2024. The IDM is a global celebration aimed at promoting the joy of learning mathematics. AKU-IED organized a…

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Surgical Conference

Aga Khan University Receives $1.5 Million Boost to Revolutionize Treatment of β-Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Disease

Aga Khan University has received a $1.5 million grant from Wellcome Leap, a leading global health innovation organization. This significant grant will support a project that seeks to transform the treatment of β-Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Disease (SCD), which have plagued South Asia, particularly Pakistan. These diseases have not only caused significant suffering but also…

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