Karachi: Former Executive Director of the National Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases (NICVD) Prof Nadeem Qamar has been bestowed with the prestigious Pakistan Civil Award Tamgha-e-Imtiaz in recognition of his exemplary leadership and groundbreaking contributions to healthcare in Pakistan.
Having assumed the role of Executive Director in 2015 until October 2023, Prof Qamar spearheaded a transformative journey at NICVD, elevating it to one of the foremost cardiac hospitals globally.
Under his visionary guidance and with the steadfast support of the Sindh government, NICVD became a beacon of hope for cardiac patients across the country.
Among his notable achievements, Prof Qamar initiated the pivotal step of offering free-of-cost treatment at NICVD since 2017, ensuring accessibility to cardiac care for all, regardless of financial constraints.
Furthermore, Prof Qamar prioritized the enhancement of pediatric treatment and cardiac procedures, empowering NICVD to deliver comprehensive healthcare solutions. His efforts also extended to education and capacity building, with over 1200 fellows trained under his mentorship, thus fortifying the cardiac workforce for the future.
Recognizing the plight of cardiac patients in rural areas, Professor Qamar initiated the establishment of cardiac satellite centers across Sindh Province in collaboration with the Sindh government. To date, 10 full-fledged hospitals have been established, bringing cardiac treatment to patients’ doorsteps, thereby reducing the need for arduous journeys to major cities and preventing countless fatalities.
Another groundbreaking initiative introduced by Prof Qamar is the implementation of Chest Pain Units across Sindh Province, a first-of-its-kind program globally. With 28 units now operational, these facilities have been instrumental in saving over 32,000 lives by providing timely intervention and care.
In his humble acknowledgment of this accolade, Prof Qamar attributed the success to the collective efforts of the entire NICVD team and the steadfast support of the Sindh Government.
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