PESHAWAR, Oct 21 (APP):Khyber Medical University (KMU) Hospital and Research Centre, Peshawar, organized a Breast Cancer Awareness Symposium under the theme “Breaking Barriers, Saving Lives: A Multidisciplinary Approach to Breast Cancer” at the Multipurpose Hall, Hafizullah Block, KMU here Wednesday.
Vice Chancellor KMU, Prof. Dr. Abdul Jalil Khan, attended the event as the chief guest.
A large number of female faculty members, students, and healthcare professionals participated in the symposium.
Medical Director and Hospital Director highlighted the importance of breast cancer awareness, early diagnosis, timely treatment, and accessible healthcare facilities.
During the technical sessions, Dr. Shaista Khan, Hospital Director, KMU Hospital & Research Centre, delivered a presentation titled “See It Before You Feel It: The Power of Breast Imaging,” highlighting the role of breast imaging in early detection.
Dr. Sana Sahar, Assistant Professor of Breast Surgery, discussed breast cancer awareness, early diagnosis and surgical management, while Dr. Sarah Javed highlighted genetic testing, hereditary breast cancer, and family screening.
Sundus Bibi addressed the challenges of diagnosis, emotional healing, and community resilience, emphasizing the importance of emotional support for patients.
Addressing the gathering, Prof. Dr. Abdul Jalil Khan, Vice Chancellor KMU, appreciated the organizers and participants for this important initiative. He emphasized the need to raise public awareness, encourage timely medical consultation, and facilitate women’s access to quality healthcare services.
The symposium highlighted that the mammography unit at KMU Hospital & Research Centre is fully functional and operational and available for patient services. The hospital welcomes women from all walks of life to benefit from its breast health awareness, diagnostic, and treatment facilities. Its highly qualified and professional team remains committed to community service and promoting women’s health and safety.
The symposium was organized under the leadership of Prof. Dr. Ihsan Ullah, Research Director and Professor of Microbiology, with Dr. Sana Sahar, Dr. Khush Bakht, Assistant Professor of Radiology, and Dr. Zaini Azam, Senior Registrar of Breast Surgery, as organizers.
The programme concluded with closing remarks by the Vice Chancellor and the distribution of shields and certificates among contributors, reaffirming KMU Hospital & Research Centre’s commitment to breast cancer awareness, early detection, and accessible healthcare for women.
Source: APP (Associated Press of Pakistan)
