Basic Sciences
- Dean's Message
- Pathology Department
- Anatomy Department
- Biochemistry Department
- Community Medicine Department
- Forensic Medicine Department
- Physiology Department
- Pharmacology Department
Dean’s Message
Prof. Dr. Asghar javid
Faculty of Basic Sciences is a premier Centre of education and research. It is comprised of 6/7 Departments focused on integrated areas of research and education. The rigorous undergraduate, graduate and post graduate programs emphasis broad subject competence and performance, opening new vistas of education to the young learners. Multidisciplinary research and academic opportunities are offered in the areas of Pathology, Anatomy, Biochemistry, Community Medicine, Forensic Medicine, Physiology, and Pharmacology
A key to our success has been our ability to recruit dynamic, award-winning faculty, thus ensuring that our promising research and educational programs will continue to grow in excellence with an infusion of new ideas and new energy. The team of faculty members along with the capable administration is committed to place the Faculty of basic Sciences at the forefront of scientific innovation with high standards of excellence in teaching and research.
Faculty members are engaged and committed to cutting edge research on wide variety of subjects such as Pathology, Anatomy, Biochemistry, Community Medicine, Forensic Medicine, Physiology, and Pharmacology. Our educational mission extends to developing the complete person, not just the young scientist. I welcome all entrants and assure them very fulfilling and rewarding experience of NMU. I would also like to reaffirm our commitment to our value based integrated approach in Research and academics. My prayers go out to all the best future seekers intending to join our institute.
Introduction of Department
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
Here’s a potential message from the Head of Department (HOD) of Pathology:
Welcome to the Department of Pathology
As the Head of the Department of Pathology, I am pleased to introduce the services we provide. Our department is committed to delivering high-quality diagnostic and laboratory services to support patient care.
Our mission is to provide accurate and timely diagnostic results, while fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and collaboration. We strive to stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in pathology and laboratory medicine, ensuring that our patients receive the best possible care.
Our team of experienced pathologists, laboratory technologists, and support staff are dedicated to providing exceptional patient care.We work closely with clinicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure that our services meet the needs of our patients.We are committed to providing the highest level of service and support to our patients and healthcare partners

PROF. DR. ASGHAR JAVAID
asgharmicro@hotmail.com

| FACULTY LIST ( PATHOLOGY DEPARTMENT) | |
| NAME | E.Mail |
| 1. Prof. Dr. Asghar Javaid | asgharmicro@hotmail.com |
| Prof. Dr. Syeda Sabahat Haider Zaidi | sabahattariq@gmail.com |
| 2. Dr. Masud Ali , Assistant Prof | drmasudansari@outlook.com |
| 3. Dr. Yasmeen Batool, Assistant Prof | dryasmeenbatool@gmail.com |
| Dr. Sabeen Fatima, Assistant Prof. | sabeeenfatima@hotmail.com |
| 4. Dr. Saad Masud, Assistant Prof | drsaadmasood@gmail.com |
| 5. Dr. Kiran Mumtaz, Assistant Prof | Kiran.m.056@gmail.com |
| 6. Dr. Qurat-Ul-Ain, Assistant Prof | qurratnaveed23@gmail.com |
| 7. Dr. Lubna Fazil PWMO | lubnafazil70@gmail.com |
| 8. Dr. Imran Hashmi APMO | Mih2331977@gmail.com |
| 9. Dr. Shahbaz Anwar, Demonstrator | shahbazanwarjelpana@hot.mail.com |
| 10. Dr. Majid Rasheed, APMO | drmajidrashid@gmail.com |
| 11. Dr. Aamir Asad Shah, APMO | Amirasad2001@gmail.com |
| 12. Dr. Irfan Arshad, APMO | drirfanarshad@gmail.com |
| 13. Dr. Meraj Fatima, APWMO | drmerajfatima4@gmail.com |
| 14. Dr. Wali | drwali75@gmail.com |
| 15. Dr. Saima Iram SWMO | drsaimairum31@gmail.com |
| 16. Dr. Naveed Islam, MO | naveedislam55@gmail.com |
| 17. Dr. Anam Malik, WMO | anaaamalik@gmail.com |
| 18. Dr.Hira Sadia, S.Demonstrator | hiraomer8@gmail.com |
| 19. Dr. Javaid Akhtar S. Demonstrator | Javedakhtar169.ja@gmail.com |
| 20. Dr. Mehreen Afzal, SWMO | mehreenfurqan17@gmail.com |
| 21. Dr. Neelam Blossom,SWMO | blossom.neelam@ yahoo.com |
| 22. Dr. Ali Abuzar Raza, Demonstrator | rajzaliabuzar68@gmail.com |
| 23. Dr. Kazim Abbas S. Demonstrator | kazimabbas057@gmail.com |
INTRODUCTION OF DEPARTMENT
The Department of Anatomy is a core academic department that provides foundational anatomical education to undergraduate students enrolled in MBBS, BDS, BS Allied Health Sciences, BS Nursing, Doctor of Physiotherapy, BS Human Nutrition and Dietetics, and Diploma in Pharmacy programs.
Teaching is delivered through large-group sessions, interactive practicals, cadaveric dissection, histology laboratories, museum-based learning, and integrated clinical correlations. The department aims to ensure strong conceptual understanding, professional conduct, and readiness for clinical training, while gradually strengthening its research culture and academic capacity for future postgraduate education.

Dr. Ponam Mirani (Chairperson)
Associate Professor
DEPARTMENT MISSION STATEMENT
To provide integrated, clinically relevant anatomy education that fosters critical thinking, research, and professionalism, ultimately producing healthcare professionals who excel in ethics, knowledge, skills, and research, with a patient-centered approach.
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
- To deliver high-quality undergraduate anatomy education across medical, allied health, and paramedical programs.
- To strengthen clinically relevant anatomical teaching using dissection, histology, imaging, and museum-based learning.
- To promote ethical practice, professionalism, and respect for human dignity in all educational activities.
- To develop academic and research capacity within the department to support future postgraduate training.
- To contribute to institutional goals through interdisciplinary collaboration, service provision, and continuous academic improvement.
FACULTY ( group photo)


| LIST OF FACULTY MEMBERS | |
| Name | Designation |
| Dr. Ponum Mirani (Chairperson) | Associate Professor |
| Dr. Ammara Rasheed | Associate Professor |
| Dr. Shafiq Ullah | Assistant Professor |
| Dr. Muhammad Ali Rabbani | Assistant Professor |
| Dr. Hafiz Muhammad Atif Ali Syed | Assistant Professor |
| Dr. Anwar Ahmad Khan | Chief Consultant |
| Dr. Abdul Wahab | Senior Demonstrator |
| Dr. Manzoor Ahmad Mughal | APMO |
| Dr. Irfan Khan Mazari | Senior Demonstrator |
| Dr. Seerat Abbas | Senior Demonstrator |
| Dr. Saira Khan | Demonstrator |
| Dr. Ayesha Rauf | WMO |
| Dr. Farasat Tehseen | Demonstrator |
| Dr. Farhan Sabir | Demonstrator |
| Dr. Bushra Amin | WMO |
| Dr. Samia Saeed | Demonstrator |
| Dr. Saima Khan | Demonstrator |
| Dr. Muhammad Zaka Ullah | Senior Demonstrator |
EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES (with pics)
- UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)
Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)
Bachelor of Science in Allied Health Sciences (BS AHS)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Doctor of Physiotherapy (DPT)
Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition and Dietetics (BS HND)
Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm)
- POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMS (if any)
MPhil and FCPS Anatomy recognition in process
RESEARCH
Other Publications
PUBLISHED BOOK
HEALTH SERVICES / STATE OF ART FACILITIES (with pics)
SERVICES
PROJECTS / DEPARTMENTAL EXTENSION /SPECIAL FEATURES





Faculty of Bio Chemistry Department
Vision of Biochemistry Department:
To envision healthier lives through excellence in biochemistry education and research.
Mission of Biochemistry Department:
To advance education and research in biochemistry, producing ethical and skilled health professionals.
| Name | Designation | Qualification |
| Dr. Bakhtawar Farooq | Associate Professor, Chairperson | M.Phil |
| Dr. Shazia Masood | APWMO | M.B.B.S |
| Dr. Abida Jaffar | APWMO | M.Phil |
| Dr. Syeda Mariam | APWMO | M.B.B.S |
| Dr. M. Shoaib Akhtar | APMO | M.Phil |
| Dr. M. Ajmal | APMO | M.Phil |
| Dr. M. Afzal | APMO | M.B.B.S |
| Dr. Irfan-ul-Haq | APMO | M.B.B.S |
| Dr. M. Farhan | Senior Demonstrator | M.B.B.S |
| Dr. Rukh-e-Zahra | Assistant Professor | M.Phil |
| Dr. Hira Naseem | Demonstrator | M.B.B.S |
| Dr. Nishat Afroz | Demonstrator | M.Phil |
ACTIVITIES / SESSIONS CONDUCTED BY DEPARTMENT
- Practical’s
- Tutorials
- Lectures
SERVICE / FACILITIES OFFERED
The biochemistry department typically offers services related to molecular biology, enzymology,
protein analysis,
and metabolic studies. research support,
lab techniques,
academic resources for students and faculty.
Program Mission, Objective
* Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)
Having basic concept about the structure and function of biomolecules, including carbohydrates, lipid, protein and nucleic acids.
Describe the major metabolic pathways including glycolysis, gluconeogenesis, citric acid cycle etc
Analyze the role of enzyme in biochemical reaction and explain the basic mechanism of enzyme inhibition and their role in daily life.
Discuss the biochemical basis of human disease such as diabetes atherosclerosis and cancer and their association with clinical biochemistry..
* Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
Graduates will demonstrate a deep understanding of biochemical principle and their application to human health and disease.
Graduates will be able to apply by chemical knowledge to solve problem and make informed decision in medical and research settings.
Student learning outcome
Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of biochemical principles and their application to human health and disease.
Apply the critical thinking and problem solving scales to analyze biochemical data and solve problems.
Communicate biochemical concept and research finding effectively through written and oral presentation.
Understanding of ethical and professional principle that govern the practice of biochemistry in medicine.
Research Papers
Farooq B, et al. Implication of 8-hydroxy-2-deoxyguanosine (8-OHdG) and gonadal axis profile in
aging males: a study from Bahawalpur, Punjab, Pakistan. Int J Biol Pharm Allied Sci. 2021
Mar;10(3):1087–1104. doi: 10.31032/IJBPAS/2021/10.3.5423
Farooq B, et al. Evaluation of QT/QTc interval prolongation in COVID-19 patients receiving
hydroxychloroquine (HCQ). Int J Biol Pharm Allied Sci. 2021 Mar;10(3):1105–1111. doi:
10.31032/IJBPAS/2021/10.3.5424
3. Farooq B, et al. A biochemical examination of COVID-19 infected patients. NeuroQuantology.
2022 Sep;20(10):10757–10764. doi: 10.14704/nq.2022.20.10.NQ551041
4. Farooq B, et al. Assessing the impact of strength training on shoulder pathology in athletes. Biol
Clin Sci Res J. 2023;2023(1):Article 217. doi: 10.54112/bcsrj.v2023i1.217
5. Afreen Agha, Farooq B, et al. Assessment of shear bond strength and failure modes between the
base and bulk resin restoration. J Mod Med Dent Coll. 2022;1(2). doi: 10.58380/jmmdc.v1i2.82
6. Farooq B, et al. Evaluating the association between apolipoprotein A5 single nucleotide
polymorphisms (APOA5 SNPs) and hypertriglyceridemia. Biol Clin Sci Res J.
2023;2023(1):Article 280. doi: 10.54112/bcsrj.v2023i1.280
7. Farooq B, et al. Using case-based learning to foster critical thinking in medical biochemistry. Biol
Clin Sci Res J. 2023;2023(1):Article 289. doi: 10.54112/bcsrj.v2023i1.289
8. Farooq B, et al. Risk factors of chronic kidney disease. Biol Clin Sci Res J. 2023;2023(1):Article
368. doi: 10.54112/bcsrj.v2023i1.368
9. Farooq B, et al. Effectiveness and safety of fenofibrate and saroglitazar in the treatment of
diabetic dyslipidemia. Life Sci. 2024;5(2):266–272. doi: 10.37185/LNS.1.1.632
10. Farooq B, et al. Comparing student learning outcomes and teaching satisfaction of conventional
lecture and team-based learning methods. Pak J Health Sci. 2023;5(9). doi:
10.54393/PJHS.v5i09.1935
11. Farooq B, et al. Biochemical profiling and antioxidant evaluation of Martynia annua and
Polygonum viviparum: investigating hepatoprotective properties against abiotic stress. Cell Mol
Biol. 2025;70(1). doi: 10.14715/cmb/2025.70.1.2
12. Farooq B, Jaffar A, Qureshi ZH, Yasmeen N, Rehman R. Changes in oral and salivary contents in
patients with chronic kidney disease. Life Sci. 2025;6(1):145–149.
Proud Achievement – Biochemistry Department
Department of Community Medicine
VISION STATEMENT
“To empower future medical professionals with the knowledge, skills, and ethical foundations to improve community health and well-being through prevention, education, and leadership.”
MISSION STATEMENT
To provide comprehensive education in public health and community medicine.
To promote evidence-based preventive practices.
To encourage research and critical thinking for solving real-world health challenges.
To prepare doctors who can serve diverse populations with cultural sensitivity and professionalism.
OBJECTIVES
- Understand the principles of epidemiology and biostatistics.
- Identify and address community health problems using scientific approaches.
- Apply knowledge of environmental, social, and behavioral health sciences in practice.
- Promote health education and preventive services.
- Plan and evaluate community-based interventions and public health programs
Learning Outcomes
The graduates will be able to:
- Assess the impact of a public policy position on nutrition and dietetics.
- Critically discuss current issues in human nutrition and analytically appraise the validity and applicability of new investigative research.
- Explain the inherent conceptual and methodological problems and the evidence describing the role of nutrition in human health and disease.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the methods for acquiring and interpreting information about diet and nutritional status, in specified groups or individuals.
- Discuss the impact of health care policy and different health care delivery systems on food and nutrition services.
- Develop their career as professional nutritionist/dietician to provide awareness and services to the society.
Structure of HND Shared Degree Program
- The HND shared Degree Program is of 4-year duration degree, spread over 8 regular semesters.
- Nature of Degree
- The courses relevant to Food Science will be taught by faculty from MNS-UAM and the courses related to medical sciences will be taught by the faculty from NMUM with mutual understanding. The general courses will be taught by the faculty from relevant Department either from MNS-UAM or from NMU. Depending upon the number of courses in each semester, the students will spend 2-3 days at MNSUAM and remaining 2-3 days at NMU and time table will be adjusted accordingly. All students will spend internship period at designated hospitals of NMU or at any private hospital. The final internship presentations of all students will be evaluated by a committee consisting of faculty from both organizations.
Eligibility Criteria
- Minimum eligibility criteria for admission will be at least 60% marks in F.Sc. Pre-Medical. Candidates from A-level will also be eligible for admission however they must have knowledge of biology.
Admission
- It will be a shared degree program with Nishtar Medical University, Multan (NMU) and MNS- University of Agriculture, Multan (MNS-UAM). Admission will be open for male and females. The merit for admission will be determined through FSc and Matriculation marks as well as interview. The weightage of academic record will be 90% and 10% marks will be for interview. The weightage of academic record will be further divided into a ratio of 70% and 30% for FSc and Matric, respectively. The interviews will be conducted by a committee approved by the Vice Chancellor. For candidates from A-Level, 25% quota will be reserved which can be converted into open merit in case of non-availability of candidates from A-Level.
Faculty
| Ser. No | Name | Designation | Qualification | Email Address |
| 1 | Dr. Asia Aziz | Professor | MBBS,FCPS | |
| 1 | Dr Bushra Ijaz | Associate Professor | MBBS,FCPS | drbushraijaz@hotmail.com |
| 2 | Dr Nadia Tufail | Assistant Professor | MBBS,FCPS | drnadiaiph@gmail.com |
| 3 | Dr Hamna khan | Assistant Professor | MBBS,FCPS, PG-Dip | Dr.hamnakhan54@gmail.com |
| 4 | Dr Ghulam Mujtaba | Assistant Professor | MBBS MSPH | clinix@me.com |
| 5 | Dr Azra Shaheen | APWMO | MBBS,FCPS | Azra.akhtar12373@gmail.com |
| 6 | Dr Muhammad Farhan Jamil | Senior Demonstrator | MBBS,FCPS MSPH,PG-Dip | farhanjamil577@gmail.com |
| 7 | Dr Ahmad Imran khan | Demonstrator | MBBS,MSPH | drahmaddurrani@gmail.com |
| 8 | Dr Khalid Latif | APMO | MBBS | drkhalidlatif@gmail.com |
| 9 | Syeda Asiya Abbas Naqvi | Health Educator | M.phil Zoology | Abbasasiya53@gmail.com |
| 10 | Dr. Shoaib Iqbal | APMO | MBBS, MSC Epidemiology, MPH | iqbalmuhammadshoaib@gmail.com |
| 11 | Dr Ahmad Faraz Shamsi | APMO | MBBS | amadfarazshamsi@gmail.com |
| 12 | Dr Rashida Anjum | Senior Demonstrator | MBBS,MPH,Mphil Community Medicine | dr.rashidaanjum@gmail.com |
| 13 | Dr Salman Yousaf | Senior Demonstrator | MBBS,MPH | drsalmanyousaf@yahoo.com |
| 14 | Dr Khurram Malik | Demonstrator | MBBS FCPS | Dr.khurram.malik84@gmailcom |
| 15 | De Areeba Usman | Demonstrator | MBBS ,Mphil | drausman@outlook.com |
| 16 | Dr Muhammad Asif | Demonstrator | MBBS | Drmasifjaved0211@gmail.com |
| 17 | Dr Saba Bashir | Demonstrator | MBBS | shinysabah@yahoo.com |
| 18 | Dr. Khadija Tanveer | Demonstrator | MBBS, FCPS | Khadijatanveer74@gmail.com |
| 19 | Dr Raheela Subhani | Demonstrator | MBBS, MCPS Rad (R) | Zaeemazfar2018@gmail.com |
| 20 | Dr. Muhammad Zulqarnain khurshid | PMO | MBBS | Zulqarnainkhurshid0@gmail.com |
- The Faculty teach 4th year class MBBS class, Class of Public Health Technology and BS (Nutrition Class).
- The Faculty organizes field visit for 4th year MBBS Class.
- Under the Supervision of faculty 4th year MBBS Batches do research.
- Research synopsis and articles are analyzed here, if correct these are forwarded to Institutional Review Board for further approval.
- FCPS, MCPS Post Graduate Trainees are being trained here.
Research
Ser. No | Topic | Researcher |
1 | Assessment Of Prenatal Depression Among Pregnant Nurses In Punjab, Pakistan: A Cross-Sectional Study
| Dr.Shoaib (APMO) |
2 | Evaluating The Link Between TG/HDL-C Ratio And Coronary Artery Disease Severity In Pakistan With Acute Coronary Syndrome | Dr.Shoaib (APMO) |
3 | Assessing Rural Drinking Water Quality, Sanitation And Hygiene Practices In Muzaffargarh District, Pakistan | Dr.Shoaib (APMO) |
4 | Association Between Lipid Indices And Glycated Hemoglobin To Detect Cardiovascular Diseases In Diabetic Patients : A Retrospective Cross Sectional Study | Dr.Shoaib (APMO) |
5 | Outbreak investigation of Two Human Wild Polio Virus cases : District Dera Ghazi Khan, Punjab, Pakistan, January 2020 | Dr.Shoaib (APMO) |
6 | Prevalence of needle stick injuries among healthcare workers | Dr.Bushra (Assoc. Prof) |
7 | Sleep hygiene practice and its relationship to sleep quality | Dr.Bushra (Assoc. Prof) |
8 | Impact of sociodemographic factors on frequency of acute diarrhea | Dr.Bushra (Assoc. Prof) |
9 | Frequency of depression in patients with rheumatoid arthritis. | Dr.Bushra (Assoc. Prof) |
10 | Frequency of Depression in Burn Patients at a Tertiary Care Hospital | Dr.Bushra (Assoc. Prof) |
11 | Frequency of Breast feeding among working women of Multan. | Dr.Bushra (Assoc. Prof) |
12 | Causes Of Postponement Of Pediatric Surgical Cases On Elective Operation Theatre List | Dr.Hamna Khan (Asst. Prof) |
13 | Perception, Knowledge and Institutional Readiness for Artificial Intelligence among Basic Science Teaching Faculty of Public and Private Medical Colleges of Faisalabad | Dr.Hamna Khan (Asst. Prof) |
14 | Health and living conditions after flood 2023: an experience of one union council | Dr.Hamna Khan (Asst. Prof) |
15 | Frequency of BCG vaccine in children with pulmonary tuberculosis at a tertiary care hospital | Dr.Hamna Khan (Asst. Prof) |
16 | Knowledge, Attitude and Practice regarding Hepatitis C among adolescents in Multan | Dr.Hamna Khan (Asst. Prof) |
17 | Exploring Mothers perspective about Routine immunization in District Peshawar: a cross sectional survey | Dr.Hamna Khan (Asst. Prof) |
18 | Frequency and Pattern of GIT Anomalies in Neonates: A Retrospective Study at NICU Mayo Hospital Lahore | Dr.Hamna Khan (Asst. Prof) |
19 | Exploring Mother’s perspective about Routine immunization in District Peshawar: a cross sectional survey | Dr. Azra Shaheen (APWMO) |
20 | Assessment of the impact of health education on Attitude, Knowledge and Glycemic control in patient with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus | Dr. Azra Shaheen (APWMO) |
21 | Pattern and burden of various myths regarding Polio vaccine among the parents or legal guardians who refused Polio vaccination to their child | Dr. Azra Shaheen (APWMO) |
22 | Chest tightness and chronic cough; respiratory symptoms home-based textile industry workers | Dr. Azra Shaheen (APWMO) |
23 | Factors affecting adherence to Hepatitis C treatment at Tehsil Head Quarter Hospital, Shuja Abad District Multan, Pakistan | Dr. Azra Shaheen (APWMO) |
24 | Estimation of Heavy Metals in Canned Foods sold in the markets of Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan | Dr. Azra Shaheen (APWMO) |
curriculum
Name | Designation |
Dr. Rabika Nargis | Assistant Professor (HOD) |
Dr. Sarba Khalid | Assistant Professor |
Dr. Yousaf Saleem | PMO |
Dr Juniad Riaz | Senior Demonstrator |
Dr. Zanoobia Mehmood | Senior Demonstrator |
Dr. Anum Zulfiqar | Senior Demonstrator |
Dr. Iftikhar Hussain | Demonstrator |
Dr. Adnan Ijaz | Demonstrator |
Dr. Shahbaz Ahsan | Demonstrator |
Dr. Ammara Shoukat | Demonstrator |
Dr. Warda Samad | Demonstrator |
Dr. Zeeshan Haider | SMO |
Dr. Hafiz Waqas Tanveer | SMO |
Dr. Rana Asjad Dilshad | MO |
Dr. Ahsan Abbas | MO |
Dr. Naeema Firdous | WMO |
Dr. Anum Shahid | WMO |
Dr. Hafsa Syed | WMO |
Dr. Nuzhat Batool | WMO |
Dr. Sadia Khurshid | WMO |

Dr. Rabika Nargis ( Chairperson)
SERVICES/FACILITIES OFFERED BY THE DEPARTMENT
- Department also provides Technical Assistance to District Standing Medical Board Multan & Provincial Standing Medical Board Punjab as well as expert services to the courts. Department also coordinates with Medicine Department regarding cases of poisons.
PROGRAMS OFFERED BY THE DEPARTMENT
| DMJ | Recognized by PM&DC and is in progress |
| M.Phil | Recognized by PM&DC and is in progress |
Department of Human Physiology
Introduction of Department
Welcome to the Department of Physiology, a cornerstone of core medical education at Nishtar Medical University, Multan. As Head of the Department, I take pride in leading a team dedicated to excellence in teaching, research and providing students with a deep understanding of how the human body functions in health and disease.
Physiology serves as the bridge between basic sciences and clinical medicine. Our department plays a crucial role in shaping future healthcare professionals by fostering critical thinking, scientific curiosity, and a strong grasp of normal body functions — the essential groundwork for understanding disease processes and patient care.
Our faculty comprises experienced educators and researchers who are passionate about mentoring students and advancing medical knowledge through innovative teaching methodologies, including interactive lectures, small group discussions, practical demonstrations, and integration with clinical relevance. We also encourage student research and promote a strong foundation for evidence-based medical practice.
Join us in exploring the science that forms the basis of all clinical medicine.

Professor Dr. Shmyla Hamid
M. Phil, CHPE, MBBS Gold medalist Email: shmylahameed@yahoo.com phone ext. 2153
Goals and Objectives
Goal of the Department
To equip medical students with a comprehensive understanding of human physiology, enabling them to apply this knowledge effectively in clinical practice and future medical research
Objectives
- Acquisition of Physiological knowledge by providing in-depth understanding of the normal functions of cells, tissues, organs, and systems of the human body and to explain the physiological basis of health and disease.
- Clinical Integration by correlating physiological principles with clinical scenarios and diagnostic reasoning.
- Skill development by competence in performing and interpreting basic physiological practical and tests and to enhance analytical thinking through report interpretation.
- Research Orientation by fostering curiosity and introducing students to the basics of scientific research and experimental design.
- To instill professional behavior, ethical conduct, and a commitment to lifelong learning by promoting collaborative learning and respectful engagement within academic and clinical environments.
FACULTY GROUP PHOTO

LIST OF FACULTY MEMBERS | ||||
Sr. No. | Name | Designation | Qualification | Contact Information |
| 1 | Dr. Shmyla Hamid | Professor / Chairperson | MBBS, M.Phil, CHPE | shmylahameed@yahoo.com |
| 2 | Dr. Hamid Hassan | Associate Professor | MBBS, M. Phil, CHPE, CMT, CME, FCPS Scholar | ssaaqii@gmail.com |
| 3 | Dr. Mariyam Khan | Assistant Professor | MBBS, M.Phil, PhD Scholar | maryamkhan6107@gmail.com |
| 4 | Dr. Faiza Ikram | Assistant Professor | MBBS, FCPS, MHPE | drfaizaikram@gmail.com |
| 5 | Dr. M. Imran | Assistant Professor | MBBS, M.Phil, PhD Scholar | dr.iimmrraann@ Gmail.com |
| 6 | Dr. Maryam Shafaq | Assistant Professor | MBBS, M.Phil, PhD Scholar | dr.mmaarryyaamm@gmail.com |
| 7 | Dr. Mehreen Zaidi | APWMO | MBBS, CHPE, FCPS Scholar | mehreenzaidi1983@gmail.com |
| 8 | Dr. Naveed Mahmood | Senior Demonstrator | MBBS, M.Phil | naveedbuzdar27@hotmail.com |
| 9 | Dr. Afeera Razza | Senior Demonstrator | MBBS, FCPS (Gynae) | Afeerahrazzaq@gmail.com |
| 10 | Dr. Shahida Parveen | Senior Demonstrator | MBBS, FCPS (Gynae) | shahi210@hotmail.com |
| 11 | Dr. Saleha Muneer | Demonstrator | MBBS, M. Phil | drsalehanmu@gmail.com |
| 12 | Dr. Mannal Saleem | Demonstrator | MBBS, FCPS Scholar | mannale05@gmail.com |
| 13 | Dr. Aqsa Imtiaz | Demonstrator | MBBS | aqsaimtiaz15@gmail.com |
| 14 | Dr. Umar Farooq | Demonstrator | MBBS | |
| 15 | Dr. Ayesha Khalid | Demonstrator | MBBS | aysha.habibasif@gmail.com |
| 16 | Dr. Asma Khan | Demonstrator | MBBS | Mulghani.khan1@hotmail.com |
EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES

- UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
- MBBS
- BDS
- BS Nursing
- BS HND
- BS Technology / AHS
- Dental Technology
- Medial Lab. Technology
- Renal Dialysis Technology
- Anaesthesia Technology
- Orthotics & Prosthetics Technology
- Gastroenterology Technology
- Optometry Technology
- Medical Imaging Technology
Learning Outcomes for 1st Year BS Technology
(2025-2026)
- DPT
- POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMS
- Phil Physiology (coming soon)
Certificate and achievements of Department of Physiology
- Certificate of achievement from international conference of medical education October 2019, Islamabad
- Certificate for best oral presentation from Pakistan Physiology society November 2021
- Certification for completion of “building baby brains “course from University of Massachusetts Boston, College of liberal arts, department of psychology February 2022
- Establishment of NASR (Nishtarian advancement through scholastic research) block for advancement of undergraduate research at NMU
- Certificate to Dr. Hamid Hassan, Associate Professor, Physiology department, Nishtar medical university, for supporting and supervising completion of, certification for building baby brains course, from University of Massachusetts Boston College of liberal arts department of psychology February 2022
- First position for oral presentation in 14th annual national medical conference organized by Muslim medical mission on 20th March 2022
- Second position IMCPQ 2020 all Pakistan inter medical college Physiology quiz
- Certification of becoming member of Pakistan Physiology society for department of Physiology Mr. Medical University
- First NANA Undergraduate research scholarship to doctor Hamid Hassan, Associate Professor, on 27th may 2024
- Best medical research supervisor award 2024 from global health and pharma international life sciences awards teams 2024 UK to doctor Hamid Hassan associate professor Physiology
- 2nd inter medical college Physiology quiz (global plus virtual) 2021 for doctor Hamid Hassan for his role as supporting faculty members of third position holder team from Nishtar Medical university.
- Certificate from ISRA university Islamabad to doctor Hamid Hassan for extraordinary contribution to domain of physiological research 16th November 2023
- 1st position in global health and pharma international undergraduate research award 2024 UK
- Research supervisor of the year award to Dr. Hamid Hassan by global health and pharma international 2024 UK
- Research institute of the year (chair department of physiology – Dr. Hamid Hassan) by global health pharma international 2024 UK
- Certificate of appreciation from Nishtar Medical University to students for sharing their first NANA research award
- Certificate of extraordinary educational services to NMU by NMU for advancing education and research at NMU 2024
- Second position for oral presentation in 14th annual national medical conference from Muslim medical mission on 20th March 2022
- Third position in oral presentation in 14th annual national medical conference organized by Muslim medical mission in 20th March 2022
Research Publications by Department of Physiology, NMU, Multan
Prof. Dr. Shmyla Hamid
Chairperson Physiology Department
- Comparison of Analgesic Efficacy of Quadrattus Lumborum Versus Transversus Abdominis Plane Block in Patients Undergoing Gynecologic Surgeries. Naveed Ahmed Durani, Salman Ahmad Saleem, Rashid Iqbal*, Moazzam Ali*, Shmyla Hamid**, Tahseen Talib*. Pak Armed Forces Med J 2025; 75(3): 436-439.
- Efficacy of Intra-Articular Ozone Versus Hyaluronic Acid In Patients of Knee Osteoarthritis. Muhammad Tahseen Talib, Muhammad Rashid Iqbal, Moazzam Ali, Uzma Tahseen, Shmyla Hamid, Maliha Khawar. Pak Armed Forces Med J 2024; 74(1): 160-163.
- Comparison of Post Extubation Cough with Instillation of 2% Lidocaine Versus air in Endotracheal Tube. Basit Mehmood, Rashid Iqbal, Kiran Iqbal*, Sana Abbas, Shmyla Hamid**, Uzma Urooj. Pak Armed Forces Med J 2023; 73(5): 1237-1240.
- Comparison of Pregabalin and Gabapentin as Pre-emptive Analgesics in Patients Undergoing Abdominal Surgeries. Hafiz Ahmed Hassam Bhalli, Shmyla Hamid*, Muhammad Rashid Iqbal, Sheharyar Baig**, Tanveer Ahmed Khan, Mehr-un-Nisa Ayub. Pak Armed Forces Med J 2023; 73(2): 321-324.
- Physio Biochemical Effects of Metformin in Association with Non-Insulin Dependent Type 2 Diabetic Patients. Farhan Akhtar, Shmyla Hamid, Aamir Abbas, Sonaina Ehsan, Rizwan Abdul Salam, Khursheed Anwar. Pak J Med Health Sci. 2022; 16 (12): 487-489.
- Protective Effect of Vitamin D Supplementation in Patients of Acute Coronary Syndrome During COVID-19 Pandemic. Sidra Jabeen, Humaira Fayyaz Khan, Samia Sarwar, Mehvish Ashfaq, Ayesha Zafar, Ammara Aslam, Shmyla Hamid. Pak J Med Health Sci. 2022; 16 (3): 1053-1055.
- Association of Anti Mullerian Hormone with Biochemical markers in women with and without Polycystic Ovarian disease. Shmyla Hamid, Iram Qamar, Hira Malik, Saima Rubab Khan, Hassan Jamil, Saba Iqbal. Pak J Med Health Sci. 2022; 16 (1): 384-386.
- Evaluation of Students to Select Different Educational Technique Using Dreem. Shmyla Hamid, Farrukh Sarfraz, Nadeem Razaq, Sadia Ikram, Junaid Iqbal, Muhammad Saif Ullah. Pak J Med Health Sci. 2021; 15 (12): 3547-3549.
- Clinical Aspects of Microcephaly Patients Regarding Endocrine Profile. Qurat-Ul-Ain, Shmyla Hamid, Farrukh Sarfraz, Junaid Iqbal, Saima Rubab Khan, Noor-Ul-Ain. Pak J Med Health Sci. 2021; 15 (12): 3540-3541.
- Time to move from past to future by making present creative: A Scoping review. Uzma Urooj, Khadija Qamar, Ayesha Younas, Najm-us-Saqib Khan, Shmyla Hamid, Asifa Siraj. J Pak Med Assoc. 2021; 71(11): 2623-2628.
- Comparison of Analgesic Efficacy of Transforaminal Vs Caudal Epidural Approaches for Unilateral Lumbar Radiculopathy. Muhammad Rashid Iqbal, Liaquat Ali, Syed Hamid Ali Shah, Mudassar iqbal, Syed Majid Waseem, Shmyla Hamid. Pak Armed Forces Med J. 2020; 70 (Suppl-1): 35-39.
- Glucose Tolerance and Serum Total Triglycerides Status in Diabetic Related Pregnant Women. Tahir Usman, Asifa Ashraf, Shmyla Hamid. Pak J Med Health Sci. 2016; 3(10):928 – 931.
- Vitamin B12, Serum Ferritin and Iron status in patients with and without H. Pylori infection. Saqib Sohail, Shmyla Hamid, Ijaz Anwar, Saim Khawar, Hamid Javed Qureshi. Pak J Med Health Sci. 2015; 2(9): 740 – 743.
- Effects of Type of Intrauterine Anesthesia on Neurophysiological Assessment of Newborn Babies. Shmyla Hamid*, Rashid Iqbal, Saqib Sohail. Pak J Med Health Sci. 2015; 2(9): 711 – 713.
- Comparison of Neurophysiological Assessment of Newborn Babies after Spontaneous Vaginal Delivery and Elective Cesarean Section. Shmyla Hamid*, Saqib Sohail, Rashid Iqbal, Tanvir Ali Khan Shirwany. Pak J Med Health Sci. 2014; 2(8): 331 – 333.
- Hypotension After Spinal Anaesthesia; Efficacy of Ephedrine and Phenylephrine for Treatment During Elective Caesarean Section. Aijaz Ali, Shmyla Hamid, Raja Mushtaq Hussain, Rashid Iqbal, Raza Ali Abidi. Professional Med J. 2013; 20(5): 825 – 831.
Dr. Hamid Hassan
Associate Professor
Completed Research Works
- Relationship Of Anthropometric Parameters Of Obesity With Scores Of Depression, Anxiety And Academic Performance In Medical Students (In Collaboration With Department Of Psychiatry And Behavioral Sciences, NMU Multan)
- Correlation Of The Anthropometric Parameters Of Obesity With Scores Of Depression, Anxiety And Academic Performance In Female Medical Students Of South Punjab (In Collaboration With Department Of Psychiatry And Behavioral Sciences, NMU Multan)
- Relationship Of Hba1c Levels With Anthropometric Parameters Of Obesity And IWGDF Foot Ulcer Scale In Type II Diabetics On Oral Hypoglycemic And Insulin Therapy (In Collaboration With Department Of Endocrine Medicine, NMU Multan)
- Correlation Of Anthropometric Parameters Of Obesity With Parameters Of Pulmonary Efficacy In Subjects Of COPD (In Collaboration With Department Of Pulmonology, NMU Multan).
- Comparison Of Depression, Anxiety And Academic Scores Of Male And Female Medical Students Of South Punjab And Their Correlation With Waist Circumference And Weight To Height Ratio (In Collaboration With Department Of Psychiatry And Behavioral Sciences, NMU Multan)
- Effect of Various Coiffant of Video Games on Aggression Indices of Male Medical Students.
- Effect of Marijuana Consumption on Mental Health & Academic Performance of Male Medical Students.
- Relationship of Stress Eating With Anthropometric Parameters of Obesity and With Indices of Stress in Both Male & Female Medical Students of Punjab.
- Relationship of Indices of Stress with Degree of Insomnia and With Indicators of Academic Performance in both Male and Female Medical Students of South Punjab.
- Association of Degree of Physical Activity With Intensity of Depression And Anxiety in Female Medical Students of South Punjab And Its Relationship With Their Academic Performance.
- Relationship of Anthropometric Parameters of Obesity With Degree of Self-esteem of Medical Students And its Effect on Their Academic Performance.
- Relationship of Academia Associated Stress with Degree of Depression and Anxiety and its Effect on Fasting Blood Glucose Levels of Both Obese And Non-obese Medical Students of South Punjab.
- Effect of Caffeine Consumption on Sleep Quality of the Medical Students in South Punjab.
- Relationship of Hydration Status With Sleep Quality of Medical Students And its Association With The Degree of Their Mental Well Being And Attentiveness.
- Effect of Exercise on Sleep Quality and its Relationship With Academic Performance of Non Obese Male And Female Medical Students of Punjab.
- Relationship of Indices of Emotional Intelligence And Social Segregation With The Degree of Depression in Medical Students of South Punjab And Its Effect on Their Academic Performance
- Relationship of Physical Activity With The Degree of Mental Well Being of Non Obese Female Medical Students of Punjab And Its Association With Indicators of Their Academic Performance.
- Relationship of Social Networking Site Addiction With Degree of Self Esteem of Medical Students And Its Association With The Indices of Their Mental Well Being And Academic Performance.
- Effects Of Energy Drink Consumption On ECG And Hemodynamic Parameters Of Obese And Non-Obese Medical Students Of South Punjab
Ongoing Research Works
- Relationship Of BMI And WHR With Serum Ca++ Levels Of The Medical Students Of South Punjab
- Effect Of Obesity On Pulmonary Function Tests In Medical Students Of South Punjab
- Effect Of Examination Stress On TLC In Obese And Non-Obese Medical Students Of South Punjab
- Relationship Of Post-Anesthesia Position, Supine Or Three Minute Sitting, With Hemodynamic Stability Of Pregnant Ladies Undergoing Elective C. Section
- Relationship Of BMI And WHR With Serum Mg++ Levels Of The Medical Students Of South Punjab
- Comparison of Genetic Loci Within Non-MDR and MDR Tuberculosis In A Pakistani Population
- Relationship Of Antibiotic Efficacy With Specific Genetic Loci In MDR-Typhoid
- Predicting Efficacy Of Insulin Therapy As Compared To Oral Hupoglycemics In Presence And/Or Absence Of Genetic Loci Associated With Emergence Of Diabetics Within A Pakistani Population
Dr. Faiza
Assistant Professor
- Khan HS, Rabbani MA, Ikram F. Assessment of attitude towards e-professionalism: Students’ perspectives from a Private Medical College in Lahore, Pakistan. Pakistan Journal of Medical Sciences. 2025;41(1):163-70.
- Arshad S, Bashir MU, Khan BU, Ikram F, Sharafat J, Imtiaz I. Effects of olfactory stimulation with the scents of citrus essential oils on metabolic parameters in high-fat diet fed male rats. RMJ. 2024; 49(4): 984-987.
- Ikram F, Rabani MA, Arshad S, Khan BU, Bashir MU. Effect of Gender on Metabolic and Neurodevelopmental Parameters of Postnatally Growth-Restricted Rats Undergoing Catch-Up Growth. J Coll Physicians Surg Pak 2024; 34(09):1029-1034.
- Khan BU, Arshad S, Ikram F, Yousef I, Naizi I, Ismaeel M. The Effects of Alpha Lipoic Acid on Oxidative Stress, Lipid Profile, and Blood Glucose Levels in Type 2 Diabetic Male Sprague Dawley Rats. Life and Science. 2024 Jan 15;5(1):06.
- Mir UZ, Mir A, Yasmeen M, Ikram F, Masood Z, Umar S. Cytological and biochemical impact of arsenic exposure on the endocrine system and oestrous cycle of female rats. Pakistan Journal of Physiology. 2023 Dec 31;19(4):19-22.
- Khan BU, Yousef I, Arshad S, Ikram F, Ali A, Ullah I. Effects of Alpha Lipoic Acid Supplementation on Slow Skeletal Muscle Mass and Contractile Functions in Type 2 Diabetic Male Sprague Dawley Rats. Life and Science. 2024 May 5;5(2):06-.
- Rabbani MA, Syed HB, Ikram F. Comparison of assessment tools in online and on-campus undergraduate medical examinations amidst COVID-19 pandemic. Medical Education. 2022 Mar.
- Ikram F, Rabbani MA, Bashir MU, Gill M, Arshad S. Risk of hypertension; Comparison of waist to height ratio vs BMI and waist circumference matrix in young adults of a private medical college of Pakistan. RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 876-880.
- Rabbani MA, Syed HBS, Faiza, Eyman S, Irfan A, Rabbani MW. Effect of self-learning by digital histology catalogue on examination score of Undergraduate Medical students. Isra Med J. 2021; 13(3): 197-200
- Gill M, Sharafat J, Ikram F, Qamar MU, Rehman I, Saleem M, Noreen A, Khadim N, Horii A, Tahir B. Correlation Between Serum Ferritin and Hepcidin Levels in Chronic Hepatitis C Patients. Cureus. 2021 Aug 27;13(8).
- Ikram F, Rabbani M (March 15, 2021) Academic Integrity in Traditional Vs Online Undergraduate Medical Education Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic. Cureus 13(3): e13911. DOI 10.7759/cureus.13911
- Gill M, Ul Qamar M, Ikram F, et al. (December 28, 2020) Insulin Resistance and Chronic Hepatitis C: Relationship with Serum Iron and Hepcidin. Cureus 12(12): e12349. DOI 10.7759/cureus.12349
- Gill M, Sharafat J, Bashir MU, Hashmi RN, Lone KP, Faiza. Serum Hepcidin Levels in Diabetic and Non-diabetic Chronic Hepatitis C Patients and Its Relation with Serum Iron Levels. Biomedica. 2020; 36 (3): 259-64.
- Arshad S, Bashir MU, Naeem S, Faiza, Saleem M, Fatima S. Comparison of salt taste threshold in normotensive offspring of normotensive and hypertensive parents. Isra Med J. 2020; 12(1): 26-29.
- Faiza, Rabbani MA, Bashir MU, Naeem S, Arshad S. Using online practice quizzes as accessory learning tool for undergraduate medical students. Isra Med J. 2020; 12(1): 30-33.
- Frequency of allergic diseases and their precipitating factors among medical students of AIMC Lahore. JAIMC [2016]
- Association of academic performance with learning style preference of medical students: Multi-center study from Pakistan. J Contemp Med Edu. [2015; 3(3): 110-113]
Dr. Maryam Khan
Assistant Professor
- Combined Effect Of Aging And Obesity On Serum Testosterone Levels Of Otherwise Healthy Males Of South Punjab
http://www.pjp.pnps.org.pk/index.php/PJP/article/view/1234
- Incidence, characteristics and laboratory parameters of epistaxis in children with β-Thalassemia major at a Tertiary Care Hospital of South Punjab, Pakistan.
http://theprofesional.com/index.php/tpmj/article/view/7434
- Comparative Analysis of Human Cystatin C Levels in Migraine without Aura and Healthy Controls
https://pafmj.org/clone/index.php/PAFMJ/article/download/10867/5472
- A Correlation Biomarker Between Bmi And Lipid Peroxidation In Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus With And Without Other Complications
http://bcsrj.com/ojs/index.php/bcsrj/article/view/253
- Evaluating the Interplay between Pentraxin-3 and Cystatin C in Migraine Patients
https://pafmj.org/PAFMJ/article/download/11158/5650
- Correlation of Vitamin D and Calcium Levels and their Biochemical Importance in Diabetic Patients
http://esculapio.pk/journal/index.php/journal-files/article/view/584
- Comparison of pentraxin-3 (a novel biomarker) in migraine patients without aura and healthy Controls.
https://jaimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Vol-21-Issue-04-Final-Corrected-27-April- 2024_print-39-43.pdf
Dr. M. Imran
Assistant Professor
(1). Asian Pacific Journal of Reproduction
March 20, 2018IP: 10.232.74.27-
Homeostatic relevance of vitamin D in maintaining male fertility in human: Down regulation of oxidative stress and up-regulation of anti-oxidative defense and steroidal hormones.
(2) Pakistan Journal of Physiology
Vol. 14, Number 4 (Oct.–Dec. 2018) Original article
Relationship of serum testosterone levels with anthropometric parameters of obesity in young males of South Punjab.
(3) International Journal of Biology, Pharmacy and Allied Sciences (IJPBAS)
April 01, 2019-
Down-regulation of antioxidative variables and their interactive role in the disease progression in leukemic patients.
(4) Pakistan Journal of Physiology
Vol. 15, Number 3 (Jul.–Sep. 2019)Original article-
Inter-relationship of serum testosterone and adiponectin levels, and anthropometric parameters of obesity in healthy young males of South Punjab.
(5) Pakistan Armed Forces Medical Journal
Vol. 73, August 2023-
Perception and satisfaction of teaching faculty regarding objective structured practical examination (OSPE) in a Public Sector Medical College of Punjab, Pakistan.
(6) Pakistan Journal of Physiology
March 2025Original article
A Heterozygous BCL11b Gene Variant Induces SCID and Hypo-Immunoglobulinemia in a Pakistani Family.
Dr. Maryam Shafaq
Assistant Professor
- International Journal of Biology, Pharmacy and Allied Sciences (IJPBAS)
Dec. 29, 2018 –
Differential expression and specificity of MMP-9, MDA and 8-OHdG in newly diagnosed schizophrenics.
- International Journal of Biology, Pharmacy and Allied Sciences (IJPBAS)
April 01, 2019-
Down-regulation of anti-oxidative variables and their interactive role in the disease progression in leukemic patients.
- Pakistan Journal of Physiology
Vol. 15 Number 3 (Jul–Sep 2019)Original article-
Inter-relationship of serum testosterone and adiponectin levels, and anthropometric parameters of obesity in healthy young males of South Punjab.
- Medical Forum Journal
Vol. 34, No. 7, July 2023-
A comparison between catalase and salivary alpha amylase level in patients with diabetic and non-diabetic.
- Pakistan Journal of Physiology
March 2025 Original article
A Heterozygous BCL11b Gene Variant Induces SCID and Hypo-Immunoglobulinemia in a Pakistani Family.
Dr. Mehreen Zaidi
Demonstrator
- Hassan H, Sanaullah O, Ali SA, Javed T, Imran M, Zaidi M. Relationship of serum testosterone levels with anthropometric parameters of obesity in young males of south Punjab. Pakistan Journal of Physiology. 2018 Dec 31;14(4):9-13.
- Hassan H, Abdullah M, Ahmad M, Muzammil M, Humayun Z, Khan M, Zaidi M, Khan SA. Combined effects of aging and obesity on serum testosterone levels of otherwise healthy males of South Punjab. Pakistan Journal of Physiology. 2021 Sep 30;17(3):27-31.
- Variations of malondialdehyde, hydroxynonenal, isoprostane and 8-hydroxydeoxyguanosine in serum, saliva and urine in individuals with and without Osteoarthritis. (Published in JAIMC 2023;21(3): 194-200).
- Invitro, anti-proliferative, apoptotic and anti-oxidative activities of terpinen-4-ol hera farooq1,mehreen zaidi2, zunaira hamayun3, aina khurshid4, shazia ramzan5, hareem malik6, zoraiz chaudhary7, tahir muhammad8
Dr. Saleha Munir
Demonstrator
- Kareem O, Rasheed F, Ghafoor M, Ijaz B, Javaid T, Munir S. The prevalence of depression and its associated factors among infertile couples. Professional Med J 2023; 30(03):371-375. https://doi.org/10.29309/TPMJ/2023.30.03.6344ABSTRACT…
- Munir S, Zafar S, Malik S, Khan KAA, Mumtaz S, Raza AA. Risk Factors and Clinical Outcomes of Early-Onset Neonatal Sepsis among Pre-Term and Full-Term Neonates in Pakistan: Findings and Implications. Med Forum 2024;35(11):149-154.
Dr. Manal Saleem
Demonstrator
- Arshad S, Bashir MU, Naeem S, Faiza, Saleem M, Fatima S. Comparison of salt taste threshold in normotensive offspring of normotensive and hypertensive parents. Isra Med J. 2020; 12(1): 26-29.
- Gill M, Sharafat J, Ikram F, Qamar MU, Rehman I, Saleem M, Noreen A, Khadim N, Horii A, Tahir B. Correlation Between Serum Ferritin and Hepcidin Levels in Chronic Hepatitis C Patients. Cureus. 2021 Aug 27;13(8).
PUBLISHED BOOKS
Physiology Log Books

| Dr. Khursheed Anwar | Chairperson |
| Dr. Saba Batool | Assistant Professor |
| Dr. Hanna pirzada | Assistant Professor |
| Dr. Rahila Ajmal | APWMO |
| Dr Imran Rafiq | Sr. Demonstrator |
| Dr. Ismael Muhammad Saqlain | Sr. Demonstrator |
| Dr Farhat Ameer chughtai | Senior Demonstrator |
| Dr Hina Rehman | Senior Demonstrator |
| Dr Waqar Ahmed | Senior Demonstrator |
| Dr. Sadaf Sarfraz | Demonstrator |
| Dr. Muneeba Sohail | Demonstrator |
| Dr. Javeria Jahangir | Demonstrator |
| Dr. Ahmad Raof | Demonstrator |
| Dr. Mehvish Bano | Demonstrator |
| Dr. Amna Ahmad | Demonstrator |

DR. Khursheed Anwar (Chairperson)
Objectives of Department
- The main objectives of this department are:
- The main objectives of this department are
- To provide sound understanding of Basic Pharmacology.
- To prepare our undergraduate and postgraduate students to correlate with advancements of subject.
- To enable students to integrate the knowledge acquired in course work prior to clinical exposure and case based studies.
- To apply the basic knowledge of drugs for further advancement in therapeutic strategies.
- To provide research environment to improve the research skills.
Programs Offered
Under Graduation
MBBS
BDS
BSC NURSING
BS ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES
HUMAN NUTRITION & DIETETICS.
Post Graduation
MS nursing
DIP anesthesia & DGO.
Research publications
1‘’Effect of Mimosa Himalayana extract in xanthine oxidase activity invitro’’ as a 5th author publish in PJMHS in March 2020
2. ‘’Impact of vitamin D3, on hba1c in individuals with pre-diabetes’’ as a 5th author publish in PAFMJ in august 2020
3. ‘’Evaluation of chondroprotective effects of intra articular piroxicam in post-traumatic osteoarthritis model of rat’’ as a 1st author publish in PAFMJ in April 2021
4. ‘’Evaluation of chondroprotective efficacy of triamcinolone in osteoarthritis induced rat model’’ as a 1st author publish in JUMDC in june 2021
5. ‘’Efficacy of Telmisartan in pristine induced arthritis rat model‘’ as a 2nd author publish in Proceedings July-sept 2021
6. ‘’ Radiographic evaluation and comparison of chondroprotective effects of hyaluronic acid and triamcinolone in a rat model of osteoarthritis’’ as a 1st author published in JIIMC September 2021
7. ‘’ Intra-articular piroxicam and triamcinolone in a rat model of osteoarthritis; evaluation and comparison of chondroprotective efficacy’’ as 1 st author published in JAMC in December 2021
8. ‘’Evaluation of chondroprotective effects of hyaluronic acid in a rat model of osteoarthritis’’ as a 1st author published on PAFMJ in December 2021
9. ‘’ Comparative chondroprotective effects of intra-articular hyaluronic acid and triamcinolone in murine model of osteoarthritis’’ as 1st author published in JAMC in Januarry 2022
10. ‘’Response of blood sugar fasting to vitamin D3 in individuals with pre diabetes’’ as 4th author published in RMJ in January 2022
11.Evaluation of anti-arthritic effect of Torilis leptophylla and its comparison with indomethacin; Saba Batool. Journal of Fatima Jinnah Medical University 2020
12. Comparative study of anti- inflammatory effects of Uncaria tomentosa and Torilis leptophylla Saba Batool, The Journal of Allama Iqbal Medical college 2020 1 18 37-43
13. Effect of Mimosa himalyana extract on xanthine oxidase activity in Pakistan Journal of medical and health Sciences 2020
14. Motorized two- wheeler accidents; a leading cause of death and disabilities: Autopsy based study in tertiary care hospital Saba Batool Annals of Punjab Medical College (APMC) 2021
15. To study the effects Tribulus Terristris on Urinary pH, Uric acid and Calcium as a herbal diuretic agent published in medical forum 2015
16. Histological study of Commiphora mukul, Withania somenifera and Thyroxine in a murine model of Hypothyroidism in proceedings SZMC 2020
17. Effects of Pucturevine (TT) on Leydig cells of prepubertal Albino rats in proceedings SZMC 2020
18. Effects of Tribulus Terristeris; To study on urine output and electrolytes in rabbits published in ANNALS in 2012
19. Comparison of Feldopine and Propranolol in the treatment of hypertension published in ANNALS in 2012
20. To compare the effects of Tributus Terristris with furosemide on urine volume and electrolytes published in medical forum 2015
Services and facilities offered by the Department
Community Pharmacy Training by conduction of exams under privilege of Punjab medical faculty Lahore.
We have served as a coordinator for 3rd year MBBS curricular & extracurricular activities.
We play the vital role in any emergency situations by provision of our staff members & other essential services.
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- Dean's Message
- Pathology Department
- Anatomy Department
- Biochemistry Department
- Community Medicine Department
- Forensic Medicine Department
- Physiology Department
- Pharmacology Department
Dean’s Message
Prof. Dr. Asgher Javed
It is my pleasure to greet you as a Dean of Nishtar Medical University, Multan, to this esteemed establishment. It gives me great pleasure to state that Nishtar Medical University has always upheld the highest standards for personality development and medical education for many years. Nishtar has established itself as a name of excellence and confidence in the medical industry via its unwavering dedication to the cause of high-quality education, tireless efforts, and sheer willpower. Our goal is to foster an inclusive, diverse community that is committed to using the best teaching and learning practices to reduce suffering and enhance everyone’s health and well-being.
I am quite happy to say that the physicians that Nishtar Medical University produces are consistently excellent in their specialties. The two main pillars that support Nishtar Medical University’s success are the instructors’ commitment to excellence and their professionalism, as well as the students’ high expectations. Our faculty comprises highly skilled educators whose dedication to their craft is truly remarkable. We are completely aware of the duty we have taken on. We promise to always uphold the trust that parents and students have placed in us. We prefer to follow the great adage that respecting the student is the key to education.
Introduction of Department
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
Here’s a potential message from the Head of Department (HOD) of Pathology:
Welcome to the Department of Pathology
As the Head of the Department of Pathology, I am pleased to introduce the services we provide. Our department is committed to delivering high-quality diagnostic and laboratory services to support patient care.
Our mission is to provide accurate and timely diagnostic results, while fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and collaboration. We strive to stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in pathology and laboratory medicine, ensuring that our patients receive the best possible care.
Our team of experienced pathologists, laboratory technologists, and support staff are dedicated to providing exceptional patient care.We work closely with clinicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure that our services meet the needs of our patients.We are committed to providing the highest level of service and support to our patients and healthcare partners

PROF. DR. ASGHAR JAVAID
asgharmicro@hotmail.com

| FACULTY LIST ( PATHOLOGY DEPARTMENT) | |
| NAME | E.Mail |
| 1. Prof. Dr. Asghar Javaid | asgharmicro@hotmail.com |
| Prof. Dr. Syeda Sabahat Haider Zaidi | sabahattariq@gmail.com |
| 2. Dr. Masud Ali , Assistant Prof | drmasudansari@outlook.com |
| 3. Dr. Yasmeen Batool, Assistant Prof | dryasmeenbatool@gmail.com |
| Dr. Sabeen Fatima, Assistant Prof. | sabeeenfatima@hotmail.com |
| 4. Dr. Saad Masud, Assistant Prof | drsaadmasood@gmail.com |
| 5. Dr. Kiran Mumtaz, Assistant Prof | Kiran.m.056@gmail.com |
| 6. Dr. Qurat-Ul-Ain, Assistant Prof | qurratnaveed23@gmail.com |
| 7. Dr. Lubna Fazil PWMO | lubnafazil70@gmail.com |
| 8. Dr. Imran Hashmi APMO | Mih2331977@gmail.com |
| 9. Dr. Shahbaz Anwar, Demonstrator | shahbazanwarjelpana@hot.mail.com |
| 10. Dr. Majid Rasheed, APMO | drmajidrashid@gmail.com |
| 11. Dr. Aamir Asad Shah, APMO | Amirasad2001@gmail.com |
| 12. Dr. Irfan Arshad, APMO | drirfanarshad@gmail.com |
| 13. Dr. Meraj Fatima, APWMO | drmerajfatima4@gmail.com |
| 14. Dr. Wali | drwali75@gmail.com |
| 15. Dr. Saima Iram SWMO | drsaimairum31@gmail.com |
| 16. Dr. Naveed Islam, MO | naveedislam55@gmail.com |
| 17. Dr. Anam Malik, WMO | anaaamalik@gmail.com |
| 18. Dr.Hira Sadia, S.Demonstrator | hiraomer8@gmail.com |
| 19. Dr. Javaid Akhtar S. Demonstrator | Javedakhtar169.ja@gmail.com |
| 20. Dr. Mehreen Afzal, SWMO | mehreenfurqan17@gmail.com |
| 21. Dr. Neelam Blossom,SWMO | blossom.neelam@ yahoo.com |
| 22. Dr. Ali Abuzar Raza, Demonstrator | rajzaliabuzar68@gmail.com |
| 23. Dr. Kazim Abbas S. Demonstrator | kazimabbas057@gmail.com |
INTRODUCTION OF DEPARTMENT
The Department of Anatomy is a core academic department that provides foundational anatomical education to undergraduate students enrolled in MBBS, BDS, BS Allied Health Sciences, BS Nursing, Doctor of Physiotherapy, BS Human Nutrition and Dietetics, and Diploma in Pharmacy programs.
Teaching is delivered through large-group sessions, interactive practicals, cadaveric dissection, histology laboratories, museum-based learning, and integrated clinical correlations. The department aims to ensure strong conceptual understanding, professional conduct, and readiness for clinical training, while gradually strengthening its research culture and academic capacity for future postgraduate education.

Dr. Ponam Mirani (Chairperson)
Associate Professor
DEPARTMENT MISSION STATEMENT
To provide integrated, clinically relevant anatomy education that fosters critical thinking, research, and professionalism, ultimately producing healthcare professionals who excel in ethics, knowledge, skills, and research, with a patient-centered approach.
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
- To deliver high-quality undergraduate anatomy education across medical, allied health, and paramedical programs.
- To strengthen clinically relevant anatomical teaching using dissection, histology, imaging, and museum-based learning.
- To promote ethical practice, professionalism, and respect for human dignity in all educational activities.
- To develop academic and research capacity within the department to support future postgraduate training.
- To contribute to institutional goals through interdisciplinary collaboration, service provision, and continuous academic improvement.
FACULTY ( group photo)


| LIST OF FACULTY MEMBERS | |
| Name | Designation |
| Dr. Ponum Mirani (Chairperson) | Associate Professor |
| Dr. Ammara Rasheed | Associate Professor |
| Dr. Shafiq Ullah | Assistant Professor |
| Dr. Muhammad Ali Rabbani | Assistant Professor |
| Dr. Hafiz Muhammad Atif Ali Syed | Assistant Professor |
| Dr. Anwar Ahmad Khan | Chief Consultant |
| Dr. Abdul Wahab | Senior Demonstrator |
| Dr. Manzoor Ahmad Mughal | APMO |
| Dr. Irfan Khan Mazari | Senior Demonstrator |
| Dr. Seerat Abbas | Senior Demonstrator |
| Dr. Saira Khan | Demonstrator |
| Dr. Ayesha Rauf | WMO |
| Dr. Farasat Tehseen | Demonstrator |
| Dr. Farhan Sabir | Demonstrator |
| Dr. Bushra Amin | WMO |
| Dr. Samia Saeed | Demonstrator |
| Dr. Saima Khan | Demonstrator |
| Dr. Muhammad Zaka Ullah | Senior Demonstrator |
EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES (with pics)
- UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)
Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)
Bachelor of Science in Allied Health Sciences (BS AHS)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Doctor of Physiotherapy (DPT)
Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition and Dietetics (BS HND)
Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm)
- POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMS (if any)
MPhil and FCPS Anatomy recognition in process
RESEARCH
Other Publications
PUBLISHED BOOK
HEALTH SERVICES / STATE OF ART FACILITIES (with pics)
SERVICES
PROJECTS / DEPARTMENTAL EXTENSION /SPECIAL FEATURES





Faculty of Bio Chemistry Department
Vision of Biochemistry Department:
To envision healthier lives through excellence in biochemistry education and research.
Mission of Biochemistry Department:
To advance education and research in biochemistry, producing ethical and skilled health professionals.
| Name | Designation | Qualification |
| Dr. Bakhtawar Farooq | Associate Professor, Chairperson | M.Phil |
| Dr. Shazia Masood | APWMO | M.B.B.S |
| Dr. Abida Jaffar | APWMO | M.Phil |
| Dr. Syeda Mariam | APWMO | M.B.B.S |
| Dr. M. Shoaib Akhtar | APMO | M.Phil |
| Dr. M. Ajmal | APMO | M.Phil |
| Dr. M. Afzal | APMO | M.B.B.S |
| Dr. Irfan-ul-Haq | APMO | M.B.B.S |
| Dr. M. Farhan | Senior Demonstrator | M.B.B.S |
| Dr. Rukh-e-Zahra | Assistant Professor | M.Phil |
| Dr. Hira Naseem | Demonstrator | M.B.B.S |
| Dr. Nishat Afroz | Demonstrator | M.Phil |
ACTIVITIES / SESSIONS CONDUCTED BY DEPARTMENT
- Practical’s
- Tutorials
- Lectures
SERVICE / FACILITIES OFFERED
The biochemistry department typically offers services related to molecular biology, enzymology,
protein analysis,
and metabolic studies. research support,
lab techniques,
academic resources for students and faculty.
Program Mission, Objective
* Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)
Having basic concept about the structure and function of biomolecules, including carbohydrates, lipid, protein and nucleic acids.
Describe the major metabolic pathways including glycolysis, gluconeogenesis, citric acid cycle etc
Analyze the role of enzyme in biochemical reaction and explain the basic mechanism of enzyme inhibition and their role in daily life.
Discuss the biochemical basis of human disease such as diabetes atherosclerosis and cancer and their association with clinical biochemistry..
* Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
Graduates will demonstrate a deep understanding of biochemical principle and their application to human health and disease.
Graduates will be able to apply by chemical knowledge to solve problem and make informed decision in medical and research settings.
Student learning outcome
Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of biochemical principles and their application to human health and disease.
Apply the critical thinking and problem solving scales to analyze biochemical data and solve problems.
Communicate biochemical concept and research finding effectively through written and oral presentation.
Understanding of ethical and professional principle that govern the practice of biochemistry in medicine.
Research Papers
Farooq B, et al. Implication of 8-hydroxy-2-deoxyguanosine (8-OHdG) and gonadal axis profile in
aging males: a study from Bahawalpur, Punjab, Pakistan. Int J Biol Pharm Allied Sci. 2021
Mar;10(3):1087–1104. doi: 10.31032/IJBPAS/2021/10.3.5423
Farooq B, et al. Evaluation of QT/QTc interval prolongation in COVID-19 patients receiving
hydroxychloroquine (HCQ). Int J Biol Pharm Allied Sci. 2021 Mar;10(3):1105–1111. doi:
10.31032/IJBPAS/2021/10.3.5424
3. Farooq B, et al. A biochemical examination of COVID-19 infected patients. NeuroQuantology.
2022 Sep;20(10):10757–10764. doi: 10.14704/nq.2022.20.10.NQ551041
4. Farooq B, et al. Assessing the impact of strength training on shoulder pathology in athletes. Biol
Clin Sci Res J. 2023;2023(1):Article 217. doi: 10.54112/bcsrj.v2023i1.217
5. Afreen Agha, Farooq B, et al. Assessment of shear bond strength and failure modes between the
base and bulk resin restoration. J Mod Med Dent Coll. 2022;1(2). doi: 10.58380/jmmdc.v1i2.82
6. Farooq B, et al. Evaluating the association between apolipoprotein A5 single nucleotide
polymorphisms (APOA5 SNPs) and hypertriglyceridemia. Biol Clin Sci Res J.
2023;2023(1):Article 280. doi: 10.54112/bcsrj.v2023i1.280
7. Farooq B, et al. Using case-based learning to foster critical thinking in medical biochemistry. Biol
Clin Sci Res J. 2023;2023(1):Article 289. doi: 10.54112/bcsrj.v2023i1.289
8. Farooq B, et al. Risk factors of chronic kidney disease. Biol Clin Sci Res J. 2023;2023(1):Article
368. doi: 10.54112/bcsrj.v2023i1.368
9. Farooq B, et al. Effectiveness and safety of fenofibrate and saroglitazar in the treatment of
diabetic dyslipidemia. Life Sci. 2024;5(2):266–272. doi: 10.37185/LNS.1.1.632
10. Farooq B, et al. Comparing student learning outcomes and teaching satisfaction of conventional
lecture and team-based learning methods. Pak J Health Sci. 2023;5(9). doi:
10.54393/PJHS.v5i09.1935
11. Farooq B, et al. Biochemical profiling and antioxidant evaluation of Martynia annua and
Polygonum viviparum: investigating hepatoprotective properties against abiotic stress. Cell Mol
Biol. 2025;70(1). doi: 10.14715/cmb/2025.70.1.2
12. Farooq B, Jaffar A, Qureshi ZH, Yasmeen N, Rehman R. Changes in oral and salivary contents in
patients with chronic kidney disease. Life Sci. 2025;6(1):145–149.
Proud Achievement – Biochemistry Department
Department of Community Medicine
VISION STATEMENT
“To empower future medical professionals with the knowledge, skills, and ethical foundations to improve community health and well-being through prevention, education, and leadership.”
MISSION STATEMENT
To provide comprehensive education in public health and community medicine.
To promote evidence-based preventive practices.
To encourage research and critical thinking for solving real-world health challenges.
To prepare doctors who can serve diverse populations with cultural sensitivity and professionalism.
OBJECTIVES
- Understand the principles of epidemiology and biostatistics.
- Identify and address community health problems using scientific approaches.
- Apply knowledge of environmental, social, and behavioral health sciences in practice.
- Promote health education and preventive services.
- Plan and evaluate community-based interventions and public health programs
Learning Outcomes
The graduates will be able to:
- Assess the impact of a public policy position on nutrition and dietetics.
- Critically discuss current issues in human nutrition and analytically appraise the validity and applicability of new investigative research.
- Explain the inherent conceptual and methodological problems and the evidence describing the role of nutrition in human health and disease.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the methods for acquiring and interpreting information about diet and nutritional status, in specified groups or individuals.
- Discuss the impact of health care policy and different health care delivery systems on food and nutrition services.
- Develop their career as professional nutritionist/dietician to provide awareness and services to the society.
Structure of HND Shared Degree Program
- The HND shared Degree Program is of 4-year duration degree, spread over 8 regular semesters.
- Nature of Degree
- The courses relevant to Food Science will be taught by faculty from MNS-UAM and the courses related to medical sciences will be taught by the faculty from NMUM with mutual understanding. The general courses will be taught by the faculty from relevant Department either from MNS-UAM or from NMU. Depending upon the number of courses in each semester, the students will spend 2-3 days at MNSUAM and remaining 2-3 days at NMU and time table will be adjusted accordingly. All students will spend internship period at designated hospitals of NMU or at any private hospital. The final internship presentations of all students will be evaluated by a committee consisting of faculty from both organizations.
Eligibility Criteria
- Minimum eligibility criteria for admission will be at least 60% marks in F.Sc. Pre-Medical. Candidates from A-level will also be eligible for admission however they must have knowledge of biology.
Admission
- It will be a shared degree program with Nishtar Medical University, Multan (NMU) and MNS- University of Agriculture, Multan (MNS-UAM). Admission will be open for male and females. The merit for admission will be determined through FSc and Matriculation marks as well as interview. The weightage of academic record will be 90% and 10% marks will be for interview. The weightage of academic record will be further divided into a ratio of 70% and 30% for FSc and Matric, respectively. The interviews will be conducted by a committee approved by the Vice Chancellor. For candidates from A-Level, 25% quota will be reserved which can be converted into open merit in case of non-availability of candidates from A-Level.
Faculty
| Ser. No | Name | Designation | Qualification | Email Address |
| 1 | Dr. Asia Aziz | Professor | MBBS,FCPS | |
| 1 | Dr Bushra Ijaz | Associate Professor | MBBS,FCPS | drbushraijaz@hotmail.com |
| 2 | Dr Nadia Tufail | Assistant Professor | MBBS,FCPS | drnadiaiph@gmail.com |
| 3 | Dr Hamna khan | Assistant Professor | MBBS,FCPS, PG-Dip | Dr.hamnakhan54@gmail.com |
| 4 | Dr Ghulam Mujtaba | Assistant Professor | MBBS MSPH | clinix@me.com |
| 5 | Dr Azra Shaheen | APWMO | MBBS,FCPS | Azra.akhtar12373@gmail.com |
| 6 | Dr Muhammad Farhan Jamil | Senior Demonstrator | MBBS,FCPS MSPH,PG-Dip | farhanjamil577@gmail.com |
| 7 | Dr Ahmad Imran khan | Demonstrator | MBBS,MSPH | drahmaddurrani@gmail.com |
| 8 | Dr Khalid Latif | APMO | MBBS | drkhalidlatif@gmail.com |
| 9 | Syeda Asiya Abbas Naqvi | Health Educator | M.phil Zoology | Abbasasiya53@gmail.com |
| 10 | Dr. Shoaib Iqbal | APMO | MBBS, MSC Epidemiology, MPH | iqbalmuhammadshoaib@gmail.com |
| 11 | Dr Ahmad Faraz Shamsi | APMO | MBBS | amadfarazshamsi@gmail.com |
| 12 | Dr Rashida Anjum | Senior Demonstrator | MBBS,MPH,Mphil Community Medicine | dr.rashidaanjum@gmail.com |
| 13 | Dr Salman Yousaf | Senior Demonstrator | MBBS,MPH | drsalmanyousaf@yahoo.com |
| 14 | Dr Khurram Malik | Demonstrator | MBBS FCPS | Dr.khurram.malik84@gmailcom |
| 15 | De Areeba Usman | Demonstrator | MBBS ,Mphil | drausman@outlook.com |
| 16 | Dr Muhammad Asif | Demonstrator | MBBS | Drmasifjaved0211@gmail.com |
| 17 | Dr Saba Bashir | Demonstrator | MBBS | shinysabah@yahoo.com |
| 18 | Dr. Khadija Tanveer | Demonstrator | MBBS, FCPS | Khadijatanveer74@gmail.com |
| 19 | Dr Raheela Subhani | Demonstrator | MBBS, MCPS Rad (R) | Zaeemazfar2018@gmail.com |
| 20 | Dr. Muhammad Zulqarnain khurshid | PMO | MBBS | Zulqarnainkhurshid0@gmail.com |
- The Faculty teach 4th year class MBBS class, Class of Public Health Technology and BS (Nutrition Class).
- The Faculty organizes field visit for 4th year MBBS Class.
- Under the Supervision of faculty 4th year MBBS Batches do research.
- Research synopsis and articles are analyzed here, if correct these are forwarded to Institutional Review Board for further approval.
- FCPS, MCPS Post Graduate Trainees are being trained here.
Research
Ser. No | Topic | Researcher |
1 | Assessment Of Prenatal Depression Among Pregnant Nurses In Punjab, Pakistan: A Cross-Sectional Study
| Dr.Shoaib (APMO) |
2 | Evaluating The Link Between TG/HDL-C Ratio And Coronary Artery Disease Severity In Pakistan With Acute Coronary Syndrome | Dr.Shoaib (APMO) |
3 | Assessing Rural Drinking Water Quality, Sanitation And Hygiene Practices In Muzaffargarh District, Pakistan | Dr.Shoaib (APMO) |
4 | Association Between Lipid Indices And Glycated Hemoglobin To Detect Cardiovascular Diseases In Diabetic Patients : A Retrospective Cross Sectional Study | Dr.Shoaib (APMO) |
5 | Outbreak investigation of Two Human Wild Polio Virus cases : District Dera Ghazi Khan, Punjab, Pakistan, January 2020 | Dr.Shoaib (APMO) |
6 | Prevalence of needle stick injuries among healthcare workers | Dr.Bushra (Assoc. Prof) |
7 | Sleep hygiene practice and its relationship to sleep quality | Dr.Bushra (Assoc. Prof) |
8 | Impact of sociodemographic factors on frequency of acute diarrhea | Dr.Bushra (Assoc. Prof) |
9 | Frequency of depression in patients with rheumatoid arthritis. | Dr.Bushra (Assoc. Prof) |
10 | Frequency of Depression in Burn Patients at a Tertiary Care Hospital | Dr.Bushra (Assoc. Prof) |
11 | Frequency of Breast feeding among working women of Multan. | Dr.Bushra (Assoc. Prof) |
12 | Causes Of Postponement Of Pediatric Surgical Cases On Elective Operation Theatre List | Dr.Hamna Khan (Asst. Prof) |
13 | Perception, Knowledge and Institutional Readiness for Artificial Intelligence among Basic Science Teaching Faculty of Public and Private Medical Colleges of Faisalabad | Dr.Hamna Khan (Asst. Prof) |
14 | Health and living conditions after flood 2023: an experience of one union council | Dr.Hamna Khan (Asst. Prof) |
15 | Frequency of BCG vaccine in children with pulmonary tuberculosis at a tertiary care hospital | Dr.Hamna Khan (Asst. Prof) |
16 | Knowledge, Attitude and Practice regarding Hepatitis C among adolescents in Multan | Dr.Hamna Khan (Asst. Prof) |
17 | Exploring Mothers perspective about Routine immunization in District Peshawar: a cross sectional survey | Dr.Hamna Khan (Asst. Prof) |
18 | Frequency and Pattern of GIT Anomalies in Neonates: A Retrospective Study at NICU Mayo Hospital Lahore | Dr.Hamna Khan (Asst. Prof) |
19 | Exploring Mother’s perspective about Routine immunization in District Peshawar: a cross sectional survey | Dr. Azra Shaheen (APWMO) |
20 | Assessment of the impact of health education on Attitude, Knowledge and Glycemic control in patient with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus | Dr. Azra Shaheen (APWMO) |
21 | Pattern and burden of various myths regarding Polio vaccine among the parents or legal guardians who refused Polio vaccination to their child | Dr. Azra Shaheen (APWMO) |
22 | Chest tightness and chronic cough; respiratory symptoms home-based textile industry workers | Dr. Azra Shaheen (APWMO) |
23 | Factors affecting adherence to Hepatitis C treatment at Tehsil Head Quarter Hospital, Shuja Abad District Multan, Pakistan | Dr. Azra Shaheen (APWMO) |
24 | Estimation of Heavy Metals in Canned Foods sold in the markets of Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan | Dr. Azra Shaheen (APWMO) |
curriculum
Name | Designation |
Dr. Rabika Nargis | Assistant Professor (HOD) |
Dr. Sarba Khalid | Assistant Professor |
Dr. Yousaf Saleem | PMO |
Dr Juniad Riaz | Senior Demonstrator |
Dr. Zanoobia Mehmood | Senior Demonstrator |
Dr. Anum Zulfiqar | Senior Demonstrator |
Dr. Iftikhar Hussain | Demonstrator |
Dr. Adnan Ijaz | Demonstrator |
Dr. Shahbaz Ahsan | Demonstrator |
Dr. Ammara Shoukat | Demonstrator |
Dr. Warda Samad | Demonstrator |
Dr. Zeeshan Haider | SMO |
Dr. Hafiz Waqas Tanveer | SMO |
Dr. Rana Asjad Dilshad | MO |
Dr. Ahsan Abbas | MO |
Dr. Naeema Firdous | WMO |
Dr. Anum Shahid | WMO |
Dr. Hafsa Syed | WMO |
Dr. Nuzhat Batool | WMO |
Dr. Sadia Khurshid | WMO |

Dr. Rabika Nargis ( Chairperson)
SERVICES/FACILITIES OFFERED BY THE DEPARTMENT
- Department also provides Technical Assistance to District Standing Medical Board Multan & Provincial Standing Medical Board Punjab as well as expert services to the courts. Department also coordinates with Medicine Department regarding cases of poisons.
PROGRAMS OFFERED BY THE DEPARTMENT
| DMJ | Recognized by PM&DC and is in progress |
| M.Phil | Recognized by PM&DC and is in progress |
Department of Human Physiology
Introduction of Department
Welcome to the Department of Physiology, a cornerstone of core medical education at Nishtar Medical University, Multan. As Head of the Department, I take pride in leading a team dedicated to excellence in teaching, research and providing students with a deep understanding of how the human body functions in health and disease.
Physiology serves as the bridge between basic sciences and clinical medicine. Our department plays a crucial role in shaping future healthcare professionals by fostering critical thinking, scientific curiosity, and a strong grasp of normal body functions — the essential groundwork for understanding disease processes and patient care.
Our faculty comprises experienced educators and researchers who are passionate about mentoring students and advancing medical knowledge through innovative teaching methodologies, including interactive lectures, small group discussions, practical demonstrations, and integration with clinical relevance. We also encourage student research and promote a strong foundation for evidence-based medical practice.
Join us in exploring the science that forms the basis of all clinical medicine.

Professor Dr. Shmyla Hamid
M. Phil, CHPE, MBBS Gold medalist Email: shmylahameed@yahoo.com phone ext. 2153
Goals and Objectives
Goal of the Department
To equip medical students with a comprehensive understanding of human physiology, enabling them to apply this knowledge effectively in clinical practice and future medical research
Objectives
- Acquisition of Physiological knowledge by providing in-depth understanding of the normal functions of cells, tissues, organs, and systems of the human body and to explain the physiological basis of health and disease.
- Clinical Integration by correlating physiological principles with clinical scenarios and diagnostic reasoning.
- Skill development by competence in performing and interpreting basic physiological practical and tests and to enhance analytical thinking through report interpretation.
- Research Orientation by fostering curiosity and introducing students to the basics of scientific research and experimental design.
- To instill professional behavior, ethical conduct, and a commitment to lifelong learning by promoting collaborative learning and respectful engagement within academic and clinical environments.
FACULTY GROUP PHOTO

LIST OF FACULTY MEMBERS | ||||
Sr. No. | Name | Designation | Qualification | Contact Information |
| 1 | Dr. Shmyla Hamid | Professor / Chairperson | MBBS, M.Phil, CHPE | shmylahameed@yahoo.com |
| 2 | Dr. Hamid Hassan | Associate Professor | MBBS, M. Phil, CHPE, CMT, CME, FCPS Scholar | ssaaqii@gmail.com |
| 3 | Dr. Mariyam Khan | Assistant Professor | MBBS, M.Phil, PhD Scholar | maryamkhan6107@gmail.com |
| 4 | Dr. Faiza Ikram | Assistant Professor | MBBS, FCPS, MHPE | drfaizaikram@gmail.com |
| 5 | Dr. M. Imran | Assistant Professor | MBBS, M.Phil, PhD Scholar | dr.iimmrraann@ Gmail.com |
| 6 | Dr. Maryam Shafaq | Assistant Professor | MBBS, M.Phil, PhD Scholar | dr.mmaarryyaamm@gmail.com |
| 7 | Dr. Mehreen Zaidi | APWMO | MBBS, CHPE, FCPS Scholar | mehreenzaidi1983@gmail.com |
| 8 | Dr. Naveed Mahmood | Senior Demonstrator | MBBS, M.Phil | naveedbuzdar27@hotmail.com |
| 9 | Dr. Afeera Razza | Senior Demonstrator | MBBS, FCPS (Gynae) | Afeerahrazzaq@gmail.com |
| 10 | Dr. Shahida Parveen | Senior Demonstrator | MBBS, FCPS (Gynae) | shahi210@hotmail.com |
| 11 | Dr. Saleha Muneer | Demonstrator | MBBS, M. Phil | drsalehanmu@gmail.com |
| 12 | Dr. Mannal Saleem | Demonstrator | MBBS, FCPS Scholar | mannale05@gmail.com |
| 13 | Dr. Aqsa Imtiaz | Demonstrator | MBBS | aqsaimtiaz15@gmail.com |
| 14 | Dr. Umar Farooq | Demonstrator | MBBS | |
| 15 | Dr. Ayesha Khalid | Demonstrator | MBBS | aysha.habibasif@gmail.com |
| 16 | Dr. Asma Khan | Demonstrator | MBBS | Mulghani.khan1@hotmail.com |
EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES

- UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
- MBBS
- BDS
- BS Nursing
- BS HND
- BS Technology / AHS
- Dental Technology
- Medial Lab. Technology
- Renal Dialysis Technology
- Anaesthesia Technology
- Orthotics & Prosthetics Technology
- Gastroenterology Technology
- Optometry Technology
- Medical Imaging Technology
Learning Outcomes for 1st Year BS Technology
(2025-2026)
- DPT
- POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMS
- Phil Physiology (coming soon)
Certificate and achievements of Department of Physiology
- Certificate of achievement from international conference of medical education October 2019, Islamabad
- Certificate for best oral presentation from Pakistan Physiology society November 2021
- Certification for completion of “building baby brains “course from University of Massachusetts Boston, College of liberal arts, department of psychology February 2022
- Establishment of NASR (Nishtarian advancement through scholastic research) block for advancement of undergraduate research at NMU
- Certificate to Dr. Hamid Hassan, Associate Professor, Physiology department, Nishtar medical university, for supporting and supervising completion of, certification for building baby brains course, from University of Massachusetts Boston College of liberal arts department of psychology February 2022
- First position for oral presentation in 14th annual national medical conference organized by Muslim medical mission on 20th March 2022
- Second position IMCPQ 2020 all Pakistan inter medical college Physiology quiz
- Certification of becoming member of Pakistan Physiology society for department of Physiology Mr. Medical University
- First NANA Undergraduate research scholarship to doctor Hamid Hassan, Associate Professor, on 27th may 2024
- Best medical research supervisor award 2024 from global health and pharma international life sciences awards teams 2024 UK to doctor Hamid Hassan associate professor Physiology
- 2nd inter medical college Physiology quiz (global plus virtual) 2021 for doctor Hamid Hassan for his role as supporting faculty members of third position holder team from Nishtar Medical university.
- Certificate from ISRA university Islamabad to doctor Hamid Hassan for extraordinary contribution to domain of physiological research 16th November 2023
- 1st position in global health and pharma international undergraduate research award 2024 UK
- Research supervisor of the year award to Dr. Hamid Hassan by global health and pharma international 2024 UK
- Research institute of the year (chair department of physiology – Dr. Hamid Hassan) by global health pharma international 2024 UK
- Certificate of appreciation from Nishtar Medical University to students for sharing their first NANA research award
- Certificate of extraordinary educational services to NMU by NMU for advancing education and research at NMU 2024
- Second position for oral presentation in 14th annual national medical conference from Muslim medical mission on 20th March 2022
- Third position in oral presentation in 14th annual national medical conference organized by Muslim medical mission in 20th March 2022
Research Publications by Department of Physiology, NMU, Multan
Prof. Dr. Shmyla Hamid
Chairperson Physiology Department
- Comparison of Analgesic Efficacy of Quadrattus Lumborum Versus Transversus Abdominis Plane Block in Patients Undergoing Gynecologic Surgeries. Naveed Ahmed Durani, Salman Ahmad Saleem, Rashid Iqbal*, Moazzam Ali*, Shmyla Hamid**, Tahseen Talib*. Pak Armed Forces Med J 2025; 75(3): 436-439.
- Efficacy of Intra-Articular Ozone Versus Hyaluronic Acid In Patients of Knee Osteoarthritis. Muhammad Tahseen Talib, Muhammad Rashid Iqbal, Moazzam Ali, Uzma Tahseen, Shmyla Hamid, Maliha Khawar. Pak Armed Forces Med J 2024; 74(1): 160-163.
- Comparison of Post Extubation Cough with Instillation of 2% Lidocaine Versus air in Endotracheal Tube. Basit Mehmood, Rashid Iqbal, Kiran Iqbal*, Sana Abbas, Shmyla Hamid**, Uzma Urooj. Pak Armed Forces Med J 2023; 73(5): 1237-1240.
- Comparison of Pregabalin and Gabapentin as Pre-emptive Analgesics in Patients Undergoing Abdominal Surgeries. Hafiz Ahmed Hassam Bhalli, Shmyla Hamid*, Muhammad Rashid Iqbal, Sheharyar Baig**, Tanveer Ahmed Khan, Mehr-un-Nisa Ayub. Pak Armed Forces Med J 2023; 73(2): 321-324.
- Physio Biochemical Effects of Metformin in Association with Non-Insulin Dependent Type 2 Diabetic Patients. Farhan Akhtar, Shmyla Hamid, Aamir Abbas, Sonaina Ehsan, Rizwan Abdul Salam, Khursheed Anwar. Pak J Med Health Sci. 2022; 16 (12): 487-489.
- Protective Effect of Vitamin D Supplementation in Patients of Acute Coronary Syndrome During COVID-19 Pandemic. Sidra Jabeen, Humaira Fayyaz Khan, Samia Sarwar, Mehvish Ashfaq, Ayesha Zafar, Ammara Aslam, Shmyla Hamid. Pak J Med Health Sci. 2022; 16 (3): 1053-1055.
- Association of Anti Mullerian Hormone with Biochemical markers in women with and without Polycystic Ovarian disease. Shmyla Hamid, Iram Qamar, Hira Malik, Saima Rubab Khan, Hassan Jamil, Saba Iqbal. Pak J Med Health Sci. 2022; 16 (1): 384-386.
- Evaluation of Students to Select Different Educational Technique Using Dreem. Shmyla Hamid, Farrukh Sarfraz, Nadeem Razaq, Sadia Ikram, Junaid Iqbal, Muhammad Saif Ullah. Pak J Med Health Sci. 2021; 15 (12): 3547-3549.
- Clinical Aspects of Microcephaly Patients Regarding Endocrine Profile. Qurat-Ul-Ain, Shmyla Hamid, Farrukh Sarfraz, Junaid Iqbal, Saima Rubab Khan, Noor-Ul-Ain. Pak J Med Health Sci. 2021; 15 (12): 3540-3541.
- Time to move from past to future by making present creative: A Scoping review. Uzma Urooj, Khadija Qamar, Ayesha Younas, Najm-us-Saqib Khan, Shmyla Hamid, Asifa Siraj. J Pak Med Assoc. 2021; 71(11): 2623-2628.
- Comparison of Analgesic Efficacy of Transforaminal Vs Caudal Epidural Approaches for Unilateral Lumbar Radiculopathy. Muhammad Rashid Iqbal, Liaquat Ali, Syed Hamid Ali Shah, Mudassar iqbal, Syed Majid Waseem, Shmyla Hamid. Pak Armed Forces Med J. 2020; 70 (Suppl-1): 35-39.
- Glucose Tolerance and Serum Total Triglycerides Status in Diabetic Related Pregnant Women. Tahir Usman, Asifa Ashraf, Shmyla Hamid. Pak J Med Health Sci. 2016; 3(10):928 – 931.
- Vitamin B12, Serum Ferritin and Iron status in patients with and without H. Pylori infection. Saqib Sohail, Shmyla Hamid, Ijaz Anwar, Saim Khawar, Hamid Javed Qureshi. Pak J Med Health Sci. 2015; 2(9): 740 – 743.
- Effects of Type of Intrauterine Anesthesia on Neurophysiological Assessment of Newborn Babies. Shmyla Hamid*, Rashid Iqbal, Saqib Sohail. Pak J Med Health Sci. 2015; 2(9): 711 – 713.
- Comparison of Neurophysiological Assessment of Newborn Babies after Spontaneous Vaginal Delivery and Elective Cesarean Section. Shmyla Hamid*, Saqib Sohail, Rashid Iqbal, Tanvir Ali Khan Shirwany. Pak J Med Health Sci. 2014; 2(8): 331 – 333.
- Hypotension After Spinal Anaesthesia; Efficacy of Ephedrine and Phenylephrine for Treatment During Elective Caesarean Section. Aijaz Ali, Shmyla Hamid, Raja Mushtaq Hussain, Rashid Iqbal, Raza Ali Abidi. Professional Med J. 2013; 20(5): 825 – 831.
Dr. Hamid Hassan
Associate Professor
Completed Research Works
- Relationship Of Anthropometric Parameters Of Obesity With Scores Of Depression, Anxiety And Academic Performance In Medical Students (In Collaboration With Department Of Psychiatry And Behavioral Sciences, NMU Multan)
- Correlation Of The Anthropometric Parameters Of Obesity With Scores Of Depression, Anxiety And Academic Performance In Female Medical Students Of South Punjab (In Collaboration With Department Of Psychiatry And Behavioral Sciences, NMU Multan)
- Relationship Of Hba1c Levels With Anthropometric Parameters Of Obesity And IWGDF Foot Ulcer Scale In Type II Diabetics On Oral Hypoglycemic And Insulin Therapy (In Collaboration With Department Of Endocrine Medicine, NMU Multan)
- Correlation Of Anthropometric Parameters Of Obesity With Parameters Of Pulmonary Efficacy In Subjects Of COPD (In Collaboration With Department Of Pulmonology, NMU Multan).
- Comparison Of Depression, Anxiety And Academic Scores Of Male And Female Medical Students Of South Punjab And Their Correlation With Waist Circumference And Weight To Height Ratio (In Collaboration With Department Of Psychiatry And Behavioral Sciences, NMU Multan)
- Effect of Various Coiffant of Video Games on Aggression Indices of Male Medical Students.
- Effect of Marijuana Consumption on Mental Health & Academic Performance of Male Medical Students.
- Relationship of Stress Eating With Anthropometric Parameters of Obesity and With Indices of Stress in Both Male & Female Medical Students of Punjab.
- Relationship of Indices of Stress with Degree of Insomnia and With Indicators of Academic Performance in both Male and Female Medical Students of South Punjab.
- Association of Degree of Physical Activity With Intensity of Depression And Anxiety in Female Medical Students of South Punjab And Its Relationship With Their Academic Performance.
- Relationship of Anthropometric Parameters of Obesity With Degree of Self-esteem of Medical Students And its Effect on Their Academic Performance.
- Relationship of Academia Associated Stress with Degree of Depression and Anxiety and its Effect on Fasting Blood Glucose Levels of Both Obese And Non-obese Medical Students of South Punjab.
- Effect of Caffeine Consumption on Sleep Quality of the Medical Students in South Punjab.
- Relationship of Hydration Status With Sleep Quality of Medical Students And its Association With The Degree of Their Mental Well Being And Attentiveness.
- Effect of Exercise on Sleep Quality and its Relationship With Academic Performance of Non Obese Male And Female Medical Students of Punjab.
- Relationship of Indices of Emotional Intelligence And Social Segregation With The Degree of Depression in Medical Students of South Punjab And Its Effect on Their Academic Performance
- Relationship of Physical Activity With The Degree of Mental Well Being of Non Obese Female Medical Students of Punjab And Its Association With Indicators of Their Academic Performance.
- Relationship of Social Networking Site Addiction With Degree of Self Esteem of Medical Students And Its Association With The Indices of Their Mental Well Being And Academic Performance.
- Effects Of Energy Drink Consumption On ECG And Hemodynamic Parameters Of Obese And Non-Obese Medical Students Of South Punjab
Ongoing Research Works
- Relationship Of BMI And WHR With Serum Ca++ Levels Of The Medical Students Of South Punjab
- Effect Of Obesity On Pulmonary Function Tests In Medical Students Of South Punjab
- Effect Of Examination Stress On TLC In Obese And Non-Obese Medical Students Of South Punjab
- Relationship Of Post-Anesthesia Position, Supine Or Three Minute Sitting, With Hemodynamic Stability Of Pregnant Ladies Undergoing Elective C. Section
- Relationship Of BMI And WHR With Serum Mg++ Levels Of The Medical Students Of South Punjab
- Comparison of Genetic Loci Within Non-MDR and MDR Tuberculosis In A Pakistani Population
- Relationship Of Antibiotic Efficacy With Specific Genetic Loci In MDR-Typhoid
- Predicting Efficacy Of Insulin Therapy As Compared To Oral Hupoglycemics In Presence And/Or Absence Of Genetic Loci Associated With Emergence Of Diabetics Within A Pakistani Population
Dr. Faiza
Assistant Professor
- Khan HS, Rabbani MA, Ikram F. Assessment of attitude towards e-professionalism: Students’ perspectives from a Private Medical College in Lahore, Pakistan. Pakistan Journal of Medical Sciences. 2025;41(1):163-70.
- Arshad S, Bashir MU, Khan BU, Ikram F, Sharafat J, Imtiaz I. Effects of olfactory stimulation with the scents of citrus essential oils on metabolic parameters in high-fat diet fed male rats. RMJ. 2024; 49(4): 984-987.
- Ikram F, Rabani MA, Arshad S, Khan BU, Bashir MU. Effect of Gender on Metabolic and Neurodevelopmental Parameters of Postnatally Growth-Restricted Rats Undergoing Catch-Up Growth. J Coll Physicians Surg Pak 2024; 34(09):1029-1034.
- Khan BU, Arshad S, Ikram F, Yousef I, Naizi I, Ismaeel M. The Effects of Alpha Lipoic Acid on Oxidative Stress, Lipid Profile, and Blood Glucose Levels in Type 2 Diabetic Male Sprague Dawley Rats. Life and Science. 2024 Jan 15;5(1):06.
- Mir UZ, Mir A, Yasmeen M, Ikram F, Masood Z, Umar S. Cytological and biochemical impact of arsenic exposure on the endocrine system and oestrous cycle of female rats. Pakistan Journal of Physiology. 2023 Dec 31;19(4):19-22.
- Khan BU, Yousef I, Arshad S, Ikram F, Ali A, Ullah I. Effects of Alpha Lipoic Acid Supplementation on Slow Skeletal Muscle Mass and Contractile Functions in Type 2 Diabetic Male Sprague Dawley Rats. Life and Science. 2024 May 5;5(2):06-.
- Rabbani MA, Syed HB, Ikram F. Comparison of assessment tools in online and on-campus undergraduate medical examinations amidst COVID-19 pandemic. Medical Education. 2022 Mar.
- Ikram F, Rabbani MA, Bashir MU, Gill M, Arshad S. Risk of hypertension; Comparison of waist to height ratio vs BMI and waist circumference matrix in young adults of a private medical college of Pakistan. RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 876-880.
- Rabbani MA, Syed HBS, Faiza, Eyman S, Irfan A, Rabbani MW. Effect of self-learning by digital histology catalogue on examination score of Undergraduate Medical students. Isra Med J. 2021; 13(3): 197-200
- Gill M, Sharafat J, Ikram F, Qamar MU, Rehman I, Saleem M, Noreen A, Khadim N, Horii A, Tahir B. Correlation Between Serum Ferritin and Hepcidin Levels in Chronic Hepatitis C Patients. Cureus. 2021 Aug 27;13(8).
- Ikram F, Rabbani M (March 15, 2021) Academic Integrity in Traditional Vs Online Undergraduate Medical Education Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic. Cureus 13(3): e13911. DOI 10.7759/cureus.13911
- Gill M, Ul Qamar M, Ikram F, et al. (December 28, 2020) Insulin Resistance and Chronic Hepatitis C: Relationship with Serum Iron and Hepcidin. Cureus 12(12): e12349. DOI 10.7759/cureus.12349
- Gill M, Sharafat J, Bashir MU, Hashmi RN, Lone KP, Faiza. Serum Hepcidin Levels in Diabetic and Non-diabetic Chronic Hepatitis C Patients and Its Relation with Serum Iron Levels. Biomedica. 2020; 36 (3): 259-64.
- Arshad S, Bashir MU, Naeem S, Faiza, Saleem M, Fatima S. Comparison of salt taste threshold in normotensive offspring of normotensive and hypertensive parents. Isra Med J. 2020; 12(1): 26-29.
- Faiza, Rabbani MA, Bashir MU, Naeem S, Arshad S. Using online practice quizzes as accessory learning tool for undergraduate medical students. Isra Med J. 2020; 12(1): 30-33.
- Frequency of allergic diseases and their precipitating factors among medical students of AIMC Lahore. JAIMC [2016]
- Association of academic performance with learning style preference of medical students: Multi-center study from Pakistan. J Contemp Med Edu. [2015; 3(3): 110-113]
Dr. Maryam Khan
Assistant Professor
- Combined Effect Of Aging And Obesity On Serum Testosterone Levels Of Otherwise Healthy Males Of South Punjab
http://www.pjp.pnps.org.pk/index.php/PJP/article/view/1234
- Incidence, characteristics and laboratory parameters of epistaxis in children with β-Thalassemia major at a Tertiary Care Hospital of South Punjab, Pakistan.
http://theprofesional.com/index.php/tpmj/article/view/7434
- Comparative Analysis of Human Cystatin C Levels in Migraine without Aura and Healthy Controls
https://pafmj.org/clone/index.php/PAFMJ/article/download/10867/5472
- A Correlation Biomarker Between Bmi And Lipid Peroxidation In Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus With And Without Other Complications
http://bcsrj.com/ojs/index.php/bcsrj/article/view/253
- Evaluating the Interplay between Pentraxin-3 and Cystatin C in Migraine Patients
https://pafmj.org/PAFMJ/article/download/11158/5650
- Correlation of Vitamin D and Calcium Levels and their Biochemical Importance in Diabetic Patients
http://esculapio.pk/journal/index.php/journal-files/article/view/584
- Comparison of pentraxin-3 (a novel biomarker) in migraine patients without aura and healthy Controls.
https://jaimc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Vol-21-Issue-04-Final-Corrected-27-April- 2024_print-39-43.pdf
Dr. M. Imran
Assistant Professor
(1). Asian Pacific Journal of Reproduction
March 20, 2018IP: 10.232.74.27-
Homeostatic relevance of vitamin D in maintaining male fertility in human: Down regulation of oxidative stress and up-regulation of anti-oxidative defense and steroidal hormones.
(2) Pakistan Journal of Physiology
Vol. 14, Number 4 (Oct.–Dec. 2018) Original article
Relationship of serum testosterone levels with anthropometric parameters of obesity in young males of South Punjab.
(3) International Journal of Biology, Pharmacy and Allied Sciences (IJPBAS)
April 01, 2019-
Down-regulation of antioxidative variables and their interactive role in the disease progression in leukemic patients.
(4) Pakistan Journal of Physiology
Vol. 15, Number 3 (Jul.–Sep. 2019)Original article-
Inter-relationship of serum testosterone and adiponectin levels, and anthropometric parameters of obesity in healthy young males of South Punjab.
(5) Pakistan Armed Forces Medical Journal
Vol. 73, August 2023-
Perception and satisfaction of teaching faculty regarding objective structured practical examination (OSPE) in a Public Sector Medical College of Punjab, Pakistan.
(6) Pakistan Journal of Physiology
March 2025Original article
A Heterozygous BCL11b Gene Variant Induces SCID and Hypo-Immunoglobulinemia in a Pakistani Family.
Dr. Maryam Shafaq
Assistant Professor
- International Journal of Biology, Pharmacy and Allied Sciences (IJPBAS)
Dec. 29, 2018 –
Differential expression and specificity of MMP-9, MDA and 8-OHdG in newly diagnosed schizophrenics.
- International Journal of Biology, Pharmacy and Allied Sciences (IJPBAS)
April 01, 2019-
Down-regulation of anti-oxidative variables and their interactive role in the disease progression in leukemic patients.
- Pakistan Journal of Physiology
Vol. 15 Number 3 (Jul–Sep 2019)Original article-
Inter-relationship of serum testosterone and adiponectin levels, and anthropometric parameters of obesity in healthy young males of South Punjab.
- Medical Forum Journal
Vol. 34, No. 7, July 2023-
A comparison between catalase and salivary alpha amylase level in patients with diabetic and non-diabetic.
- Pakistan Journal of Physiology
March 2025 Original article
A Heterozygous BCL11b Gene Variant Induces SCID and Hypo-Immunoglobulinemia in a Pakistani Family.
Dr. Mehreen Zaidi
Demonstrator
- Hassan H, Sanaullah O, Ali SA, Javed T, Imran M, Zaidi M. Relationship of serum testosterone levels with anthropometric parameters of obesity in young males of south Punjab. Pakistan Journal of Physiology. 2018 Dec 31;14(4):9-13.
- Hassan H, Abdullah M, Ahmad M, Muzammil M, Humayun Z, Khan M, Zaidi M, Khan SA. Combined effects of aging and obesity on serum testosterone levels of otherwise healthy males of South Punjab. Pakistan Journal of Physiology. 2021 Sep 30;17(3):27-31.
- Variations of malondialdehyde, hydroxynonenal, isoprostane and 8-hydroxydeoxyguanosine in serum, saliva and urine in individuals with and without Osteoarthritis. (Published in JAIMC 2023;21(3): 194-200).
- Invitro, anti-proliferative, apoptotic and anti-oxidative activities of terpinen-4-ol hera farooq1,mehreen zaidi2, zunaira hamayun3, aina khurshid4, shazia ramzan5, hareem malik6, zoraiz chaudhary7, tahir muhammad8
Dr. Saleha Munir
Demonstrator
- Kareem O, Rasheed F, Ghafoor M, Ijaz B, Javaid T, Munir S. The prevalence of depression and its associated factors among infertile couples. Professional Med J 2023; 30(03):371-375. https://doi.org/10.29309/TPMJ/2023.30.03.6344ABSTRACT…
- Munir S, Zafar S, Malik S, Khan KAA, Mumtaz S, Raza AA. Risk Factors and Clinical Outcomes of Early-Onset Neonatal Sepsis among Pre-Term and Full-Term Neonates in Pakistan: Findings and Implications. Med Forum 2024;35(11):149-154.
Dr. Manal Saleem
Demonstrator
- Arshad S, Bashir MU, Naeem S, Faiza, Saleem M, Fatima S. Comparison of salt taste threshold in normotensive offspring of normotensive and hypertensive parents. Isra Med J. 2020; 12(1): 26-29.
- Gill M, Sharafat J, Ikram F, Qamar MU, Rehman I, Saleem M, Noreen A, Khadim N, Horii A, Tahir B. Correlation Between Serum Ferritin and Hepcidin Levels in Chronic Hepatitis C Patients. Cureus. 2021 Aug 27;13(8).
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| Dr. Khursheed Anwar | Chairperson |
| Dr. Saba Batool | Assistant Professor |
| Dr. Hanna pirzada | Assistant Professor |
| Dr. Rahila Ajmal | APWMO |
| Dr Imran Rafiq | Sr. Demonstrator |
| Dr. Ismael Muhammad Saqlain | Sr. Demonstrator |
| Dr Farhat Ameer chughtai | Senior Demonstrator |
| Dr Hina Rehman | Senior Demonstrator |
| Dr Waqar Ahmed | Senior Demonstrator |
| Dr. Sadaf Sarfraz | Demonstrator |
| Dr. Muneeba Sohail | Demonstrator |
| Dr. Javeria Jahangir | Demonstrator |
| Dr. Ahmad Raof | Demonstrator |
| Dr. Mehvish Bano | Demonstrator |
| Dr. Amna Ahmad | Demonstrator |

DR. Khursheed Anwar (Chairperson)
Objectives of Department
- The main objectives of this department are:
- The main objectives of this department are
- To provide sound understanding of Basic Pharmacology.
- To prepare our undergraduate and postgraduate students to correlate with advancements of subject.
- To enable students to integrate the knowledge acquired in course work prior to clinical exposure and case based studies.
- To apply the basic knowledge of drugs for further advancement in therapeutic strategies.
- To provide research environment to improve the research skills.
Programs Offered
Under Graduation
MBBS
BDS
BSC NURSING
BS ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES
HUMAN NUTRITION & DIETETICS.
Post Graduation
MS nursing
DIP anesthesia & DGO.
Research publications
1‘’Effect of Mimosa Himalayana extract in xanthine oxidase activity invitro’’ as a 5th author publish in PJMHS in March 2020
2. ‘’Impact of vitamin D3, on hba1c in individuals with pre-diabetes’’ as a 5th author publish in PAFMJ in august 2020
3. ‘’Evaluation of chondroprotective effects of intra articular piroxicam in post-traumatic osteoarthritis model of rat’’ as a 1st author publish in PAFMJ in April 2021
4. ‘’Evaluation of chondroprotective efficacy of triamcinolone in osteoarthritis induced rat model’’ as a 1st author publish in JUMDC in june 2021
5. ‘’Efficacy of Telmisartan in pristine induced arthritis rat model‘’ as a 2nd author publish in Proceedings July-sept 2021
6. ‘’ Radiographic evaluation and comparison of chondroprotective effects of hyaluronic acid and triamcinolone in a rat model of osteoarthritis’’ as a 1st author published in JIIMC September 2021
7. ‘’ Intra-articular piroxicam and triamcinolone in a rat model of osteoarthritis; evaluation and comparison of chondroprotective efficacy’’ as 1 st author published in JAMC in December 2021
8. ‘’Evaluation of chondroprotective effects of hyaluronic acid in a rat model of osteoarthritis’’ as a 1st author published on PAFMJ in December 2021
9. ‘’ Comparative chondroprotective effects of intra-articular hyaluronic acid and triamcinolone in murine model of osteoarthritis’’ as 1st author published in JAMC in Januarry 2022
10. ‘’Response of blood sugar fasting to vitamin D3 in individuals with pre diabetes’’ as 4th author published in RMJ in January 2022
11.Evaluation of anti-arthritic effect of Torilis leptophylla and its comparison with indomethacin; Saba Batool. Journal of Fatima Jinnah Medical University 2020
12. Comparative study of anti- inflammatory effects of Uncaria tomentosa and Torilis leptophylla Saba Batool, The Journal of Allama Iqbal Medical college 2020 1 18 37-43
13. Effect of Mimosa himalyana extract on xanthine oxidase activity in Pakistan Journal of medical and health Sciences 2020
14. Motorized two- wheeler accidents; a leading cause of death and disabilities: Autopsy based study in tertiary care hospital Saba Batool Annals of Punjab Medical College (APMC) 2021
15. To study the effects Tribulus Terristris on Urinary pH, Uric acid and Calcium as a herbal diuretic agent published in medical forum 2015
16. Histological study of Commiphora mukul, Withania somenifera and Thyroxine in a murine model of Hypothyroidism in proceedings SZMC 2020
17. Effects of Pucturevine (TT) on Leydig cells of prepubertal Albino rats in proceedings SZMC 2020
18. Effects of Tribulus Terristeris; To study on urine output and electrolytes in rabbits published in ANNALS in 2012
19. Comparison of Feldopine and Propranolol in the treatment of hypertension published in ANNALS in 2012
20. To compare the effects of Tributus Terristris with furosemide on urine volume and electrolytes published in medical forum 2015
Services and facilities offered by the Department
Community Pharmacy Training by conduction of exams under privilege of Punjab medical faculty Lahore.
We have served as a coordinator for 3rd year MBBS curricular & extracurricular activities.
We play the vital role in any emergency situations by provision of our staff members & other essential services.





































