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ANTH to host Int’l conference on endoscopic spine surgery

ANTH to host Int’l conference on endoscopic spine surgery
ISLAMABAD, Nov 01 (APP): Dr. Akbar Niazi Teaching Hospital (ANTH) in collaboration with the International Society of Unilateral Biportal Endoscopy, will host an international conference on Unilateral Biportal Endoscopy (Endoscopic Spine Surgery) from January 8 to 10, 2027.
The conference will bring together leading international and Pakistani medical experts to discuss the latest advancements in spinal surgery.
The conference will be organized under the supervision of renowned Consultant Neurosurgeon Dr. Muhammad Assad Javed, with participation from distinguished medical faculty representing Nepal, China and Uzbekistan.
The international faculty will include Prof. Balgopal Karmacharya, Prof. Qingfeng Hu and Prof. Nikunja Yogi, who will share their expertise and experiences in modern endoscopic spine surgery.
Medical professionals, professors, neurosurgeons and students from across Pakistan are also expected to participate in the three-day conference, providing an opportunity for professional interaction, knowledge-sharing and exposure to emerging surgical techniques.
Organized under the theme “Advancing Spine Surgery Together,” the conference aims to promote international academic collaboration, strengthen medical education and highlight innovative approaches to minimally invasive spinal procedures.
The event will provide a platform for healthcare professionals to explore recent medical developments, exchange clinical experiences and discuss the future of endoscopic spine care.
ANTH officials said the conference reflected its commitment to advancing specialized healthcare, promoting medical research and strengthening professional collaboration between Pakistani and international medical institutions.

Source: APP (Associated Press of Pakistan)