PRESS RELEASE
Inauguration of the
1st Issue of Federal Medical College Journal
Islamabad, December 4,
2024: Federal Medical College (FMC), Islamabad, the first and only public
sector medical college of the federal capital, under the administrative control
of the Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations & Coordination, achieved
a significant milestone today with the inauguration of the 1st issue of its
official journal.
The event was graced
by the Coordinator to the Prime Minister on Health, Dr. Malik Mukhtar Ahmed
Bharath, as the Chief Guest, held at his office in Islamabad. The initiative
represents a remarkable stride towards fostering research and academic
excellence within the medical community.
Speaking on the
occasion, Dr. Malik Mukhtar Ahmed Bharath lauded strides made by the FMC under
the leadership of its Principal, Prof. Dr. S. H. Waqar for the FMC’s Journal of
its own. He emphasized that the creation and success of the Journal of FMC is a
remarkable achievement, one that Prof. Dr. S. H. Waqar will undoubtedly look
back on as one of the defining milestones of his career, especially when
reflecting on his career upon retirement. Dr. Bharath recognized the pivotal
role that the Journal will play in advancing research in the medical field,
which is crucial for the development of healthcare systems in Pakistan.
Furthermore, Dr. Bharath confirmed that the Ministry will continue its
unwavering support for FMC, ensuring the allocation of necessary resources,
including budget provisions for upcoming projects like the construction of
building.
FMC’s Principal, Prof.
Dr. S. H. Waqar, highlighted the journal's vision to serve as a platform for
publishing cutting-edge medical research that addresses national and global
health challenges. He emphasized the journal's role in advancing medical knowledge,
providing an avenue for the faculty and students to showcase their
contributions to the medical field. He also expressed his gratitude to the
government and the Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations &
Coordination for their unwavering support in making this milestone possible.
This launch reaffirms
FMC’s commitment to creating a research-oriented academic environment and
elevating Pakistan’s standing in the global medical community. The inaugural
issue represents the dedication of FMC's faculty and students to advancing
medical science and improving healthcare outcomes.
The event was attended
by esteemed faculty members, medical professionals, and students, who
celebrated this landmark achievement and shared their aspirations for the
journal's future contributions to the medical field.
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