Jinnah Hospital Lahore has taken a significant step towards improving the diagnosis and treatment of skin diseases with the inauguration of a new Dermatopathology Section and Multi-Head Teaching Microscope Facility at its Department of Dermatology.
The facility was inaugurated by Professor Tayyiba Wasim, Principal of Allama Iqbal Medical College. Former Head of Dermatology Professor Tariq Rashid and current Head of Dermatology Professor Lamees Mahmood Malik were also present.
Professor Lamees Mahmood Malik said the new facility would support the diagnosis of complex skin diseases while strengthening postgraduate training and medical research.
Speaking to the media, Professor Tayyiba Wasim said the facility would enable patients at Jinnah Hospital, including those travelling from remote areas, to access modern diagnostic services within the public healthcare sector. It would also contribute to timely treatment and improved patient care.
She added that the initiative was aligned with the vision of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz to enhance healthcare services and modernise facilities in public-sector hospitals.