Maj Gen Prof Dr Irfan Ali Mirza
Armed Forces Institute of Pathology (AFIP)
Professor Irfan Ali Mirza did MBBS from Army Medical College (QAU) in 1988, grading in pathology in 1993, MCPS Clinical Pathology in 1993, FCPS (Microbiology) in 1999, Ph.D in 2015 and MCPS-HPE in 2016. He is College of Physicians & Surgeons (CPSP) approved supervisor for FCPS Microbiology training and HEC approved supervisor for Ph.D training. He has more than 80 publications in national and international Medical Journals with more than 900 citations with cumulative h-index of 15 and i10 index of 20. He has supervised more than 40 post graduate students of FCPS, M.Phil and Ph.D. He is on the expert panel of HEC for review of research projects of National Research Programme for universities (NRPU) and member of Committee to Monitor Quality and Performance of Research Journals (CMQPRJ) accredited by HEC. He is also looking after the local Quality Enhancement Cell (LQEC) matters at Armed Forces Institute of Pathology (AFIP), NUMS.
Col Amir Rashid
Prof of Biochemistry
Army Medical College, NUMS
051-9273583
Professor Amir Rashid did his MBBS in 1994 from Army Medical College (QAU) and PhD in 2009 from University of Sheffield, (UK). He has more than 50 publications in national and international medical journals to his credit with a cumulative Impact Factor of 25. He is actively involved in undergraduate and postgraduate training and is HEC and CPSP approved supervisor for PhD and FCPS Biochemistry programs. He has to date successfully supervised twenty Postgraduates trainees for award of PhD, MPhil and FCPS degrees. He is also performing duties as Head Quality Assurance and Enhancement Cell, Army Medical College/ NUMS.
Brig Nafeesa Khan
Director Training, AFPGMI, Department of Management Sciences
LQEC Head, AFPGMI
0333-0303963
Brigadier Nafeesa Khan began her professional journey after graduating from Khyber Medical College, Peshawar and commissioned into the Pakistan Army Medical Corps on August 15, 1993. Initially, she served as Healthcare Administrator and In-Charge of Families Hospital, but later joined Army Medical College Rawalpindi, and the Medical Directorate of General Headquarters Rawalpindi. Currently, Brigadier Nafeesa Khan holds the position of Director Trainings and a Course Instructor for the MSc Healthcare Administration program at Armed Forces Postgraduate Medical Institute (AFPGMI), Rawalpindi. Additionally, she is heading the Local Quality Enhancement Cell at AFPGMI (NUMS) for continuous quality improvements in post graduate programs of NUMS.
Dr. Rizwana Kamran
Associate Professor Medical Education
LQEC Head, CMH LMC & IoD
0423660550 (Ext. 392), 03009475222
Dr. Rizwana Kamran, a medical graduate and Health Professional Educationist, held key positions at CMH LMC & loD from 2018 to 2021, including Head of the Department of Health Professions Education and Assistant Director of LQEC. She has international experience, presented research papers at international conferences, facilitated mentorship programs, and organized research activities. Dr. Kamran conducted research, led faculty development workshops, taught at the National University of Medical Sciences, contributed to curriculum development, and published numerous research papers. She is pursuing a Ph.D. in Health Professions Education.
Mr. Abdullah Hanif
Deputy Manager L.QEC QIMS, NUMS
+92-81-2822472
Mr Abdullah Hanif is an MBA degree holder from NUML University, Quetta Campus. He has additional academic degrees that include B.Ed. & M.Ed. Currently he is heading L-QEC at Quetta Institute of Medical Sciences (QIMS) as Deputy Manager QEC.
Mr Hanif is Certified Quality Assurance Professional from Pakistan Institute of Quality Council (PIQC) and also Lead Auditor QMS 9001:2015, IRCA UK & CQI, Singapore Certified. He has been involved in data reviewing, vetting, editing and proof reading of self-assessment reports of different degree programs and conducting quality audits. He is engaged in compliance of quality standards by organizing quality awareness seminars for students and professionals, maintaining record of decisions and actions pertaining to quality proceedings with relevant updates for future reference.
Dr. Attia Sheikh
Assistant Professor/ HoD Medical Education
CMH Multan Institute of Medical Sciences (CIMS), NUMS
061-4504784 & 061-4504785
Dr Attia Sheikh, Assistant Professor Medical Education, has her post graduate degree in Health Professions Education from Aga Khan University and Riphah International University. She is currently heading the Dept of Medical Education at CMH Multan Institute of Medical Sciences. She has multiple courses and certifications as master trainer for faculty development of both under and post graduate health professions programs with different universities and is the lead facilitator for certificate and diploma courses in HPE with NUMS and Shifa Tameer-e-Millat. Her experience in Faculty Development as part of DME team of different private medical colleges in Multan spans more than 8 years. Her expertise in Program Evaluation and Feedback best suit her as part of QEC. She is also master consultant in Software development for CIMS Multan Student and Faculty portal.
Cdr Mubashir Nawaz Warraich (Retd)
HOD L-QEC
WAH MEDICAL COLLEGE (WMC)
0333-5598025
Engr. Mubashir Nawaz Warraich is the Head of Local Quality Enhancement cell with 35 years of diversified management, quality assurance, and academic experience in high-ranked universities of Pakistan and Pakistan navy with a track record of visible results. He has practical experience in dealing with approximately all kinds of quality, academic, examinations, and research related matters. Based on the previous organizational and potential records he was awarded Tamga-e-Imtiaz and a letter of commendation by the Chief of Naval Staff (CNS). He was also awarded letters of appreciation by the Vice-chancellor UET, Taxila, and Rector NUST. Before joining the Wah Medical College, he served as Director Quality Enhancement Cell, Director Academics with Additional charge of Controller of Examination at UET Taxila.
Dr. Iram Tassaduq
Professor of Anatomy & Head of Medical Education
Medical Education, HITEC –IMS Taxila, NUMS
03335397573
Dr Iram Tassaduq, Professor of Anatomy and Head of Medical Education Department a graduate of Khyber Medical College, did her M.Phil Anatomy from Army Medical College and MHPE from Riphah International University. She is LQEC Head in HITEC-IMS Taxila. She collaborates with the faculty in planning and development of curriculum and its implementation and monitoring. Currently she is working with her team to achieve National Accreditation Framework Performance Standards (NAF) in all aspects of Medical Education.
Dr. Fasiha Fatima
LQEC Head
Associate Professor, Department of Biochemistry
(021) 99247501
Dr. Fasiha Fatima is a medical professional and educator with a strong academic background. She holds an MBBS from Sindh Medical College, an MPhil in Biochemistry from JPMC, and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. at Baqai Medical University. With over 20 publications in national and international journals, she is also skilled in Health Profession Education and Artificial Intelligence in Research. Dr. Fatima serves as Associate Professor and Head of Quality Enhancement Cell at Karachi Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS).
Dr. Rizwan Masud
Associate Professor, Physiology
CMH Kharian Medical College, Kharian Cantt
053-7532239 / 0321-9833282
Dr Rizwan Masud is the Head Local QEC at CMH Kharian Medical College (CKMC). He is a medical graduate of King Edward Medical University, Lahore and a PhD from Quaid-e-Azam University, Islamabad. He has more than nine years teaching experience in undergraduate Medical Education. CMH Kharian Medical College (CKMC) Kharian Cantonment is a prestigious institute and gained reputable standing as an eminent institution offering quality medical education. Dr Masud and his team is well aware of the significance of preserving the highest standards of education, conduct, medical ethics and the implication of high moral standards regarding medical education and patient care. They are dedicated to provide quality education to all its students and professionals.
Ms. Romana Lalarukh
Program Manager & LQEC Officer, Associate Degree in Blood Transfusion Technology (AD-BTT)
IHHN-Blood Center(RBC), Karachi
+92-335-3484806
Romana Lalarukh is the AD-BTT Head at the Indus Hospital & Health Network (IHHN). She holds a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership from the University of Queensland, Australia, and a Master of Science in Genetics from the University of Karachi. With over 20 years of experience in educational leadership, curriculum development, and quality assurance, her research projects focus on curriculum, teaching methodologies, and assessment, as Berstein’s three message systems inform learning experiences, neoliberalism and its impact on education policies in third-world countries, artificial intelligence (AI) influences educational governance and policy-making, and the quality of learning environment, and student learning outcomes. In her current role, Romana oversees the implementation of academic policies, ensuring that the AD-BTT Programme, currently running the four campuses in Karachi, Jamshoro, Bahawalpur, and Multan, adheres to holistic educational governance. She collaborates closely with the health professional education department, faculty, and NUMS academic and examination directorates to enhance teaching and learning practices, assess student outcomes, and manage academic resources effectively.
Ms. Hina
Quality Assurance Officer
IHHD, RBC Jamshoro
+92-335-2778868
Ms. Hina completed her Bachelor of Science (Honors) in Microbiology, with a specialization in Clinical Microbiology in 2009. With over a decade of experience in leading national pathological laboratories, she has been serving as the Quality Assurance (QA) Officer at Indus Hospital & Health Network (IHHN) - Regional Blood Center (RBC), Jamshoro, Sindh, since 2023. In this role, she has been deeply engaged in developing and implementing standard operating procedures (SOPs) and adhering to QA policies across various functional units of Blood Transfusion Services. Additionally, Ms. Hina collaborates with the IHHN Education Team as a Local Quality Enhancement Cell (LQEC) Officer, where she plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the NUMS curriculum. Her responsibilities include overseeing teaching and learning practices, student achievement, resource management, and educational governance. Since the NUMS-affiliated Associate Degree in Blood Transfusion Services (AD-BTM) launch in 2021, she has been actively involved in monitoring and evaluating assessment processes and ensuring policy compliance. Ms. Hina also brings over three years of experience teaching undergraduate transfusion technology courses.
Ms. Nida Arzou
LQEC Officer
IHHN-RBC, Bahawalpur
+92 331 9747421
Ms. Nida Arzou completed her Bachelor of Science in Medical Lab Technology (MLT) in 2012. With over a decade of experience in leading national pathological laboratories, she has been serving as the Quality Assurance Officer at the Indus Hospital & Health Network (IHHN)-Regional Blood Center (RBC) at Bahawal Victoria Hospital, Bahawalpur, Punjab, since 2019. In this role, she has played a crucial part in developing standard operating procedures (SOPs) for various units within the Blood Transfusion Services. Additionally, she collaborates with the IHHN Education Team as the Local Quality Enhancement Cell (LQEC) Officer, ensuring alignment with NUMS curriculum standards, effective teaching and learning practices, student achievement, resource management, and educational governance. Since the NUMS-affiliated Associate Degree in Blood Transfusion Services (AD-BTM) launch in 2021, she has been actively monitoring and evaluating assessment procedures and compliance with institutional policies. Ms. Arzou also brings over three years of experience teaching undergraduate transfusion technology courses.
Mr. Muhammad Waseem Abbas
LQEC Officer
IHHN-RBC, Multan
+92 336 7007738
Mr. Muhammad Waseem Abbas, a Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) graduate, has over a decade of experience in prominent national pathological laboratories. He is the Senior Quality Assurance Officer at the Indus Hospital & Health Network (IHHN) - Regional Blood Center (RBC), Multan, Punjab. In this role, he has played a key role in developing standard operating procedures (SOPs) for various units within Blood Transfusion Services. His leadership skills are evident in his collaboration with the IHHN Education Team as a Local Quality Enhancement Cell (LQEC) Officer, ensuring adherence to the NUMS curriculum standards, fostering effective teaching and learning practices, monitoring student achievement, and overseeing resource management and educational governance. Since the launch of the NUMS-affiliated Associate Degree in Blood Transfusion Services (AD-BTM) in 2021, he has been responsible for supervising and evaluating assessment processes and compliance with institutional policies. Moreover, Mr. Abbas has accumulated over three years of experience teaching undergraduate courses in blood transfusion technology.
