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Promoting excellence in medical teaching, learning, assessment and faculty development through innovation and academic leadership.
The Department of Medical Education (DME) at Sahara Medical College (SMC) serves as the academic engine and quality benchmark for medical pedagogy, curriculum design, faculty development, and educational assessment across the institution.
Recognizing that modern healthcare requires a shift from traditional rote learning to competency-based, outcome-oriented medical practice, the DME plays a pivotal role in aligning SMC's undergraduate and postgraduate training with national standards set by the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) and the University of Health Sciences (UHS), Lahore.
The department operates as an institutional catalyst, fostering evidence-based medical education, continuous quality improvement (CQI), and a vibrant academic culture among faculty and trainees.
Transforming medical education through academic excellence, innovation and continuous improvement.
Successfully led the institutional transition from traditional discipline-based teaching to the UHS Integrated Modular System without disrupting academic calendars.
Replaced subjective viva-voce examinations with objective, station-based practical evaluations across basic and clinical science departments.
Created an environment supporting educational research, encouraging faculty to present innovations in health professions education at national and international forums.
Trained over 95% of SMC basic and clinical faculty in modern assessment construction and interactive teaching methodologies.
Institutionalized mid-module and end-module student feedback loops, resulting in rapid adjustments to lecture delivery, facility support and laboratory sessions.
The Department of Medical Education remains committed to advancing educational technology, incorporating simulation-based learning modules, and establishing a state-of-the-art Medical Education Research Unit. Through continuous innovation, faculty empowerment, and rigorous quality audits, the DME ensures that Sahara Medical College continues to graduate highly competent, ethical, and compassionate healthcare professionals.
Dedicated educators committed to excellence in medical education.
Director Medical Education & Lead Coordinator
MBBS, MHPE (UHS)
Assistant Professor of Medical Education
Core Faculty Member
BDS, MHPE (STMU)
Assistant Professor of Medical Education
Core Faculty Member
BDS, MSc ME (UHS)
Assistant Professor of Medical Education
Sahara Medical College, Narowal – Committed to excellence in teaching, learning and healthcare education.