Resident
Punjab Institute of Neurosciences
I am a neurosurgery resident (PGY-4) at the Punjab Institute of Neurosciences (PINS), Lahore, Pakistan, with a strong commitment to advancing neurosurgical care in resource-limited settings. I am ECFMG-certified and have successfully completed all three steps of the USMLE.
I was born in a rural village near Okara, Pakistan, as the eldest of ten siblings. During my teenage years, my father’s illness placed the responsibility of supporting my family on my shoulders. Despite significant socioeconomic hardship, I continued my education while working multiple jobs to support my family. I went on to secure admission to Ameer-ud-Din Medical College on merit, where I graduated with distinction and served as President of the Student Council.
My clinical experience spans emergency medicine, critical care, and surgical disciplines. As a Medical Officer at District Headquarter Hospital Bahawalnagar, I managed complex surgical and trauma patients while also contributing to administrative leadership. During the COVID-19 pandemic, I worked in intensive care and emergency settings, managing critically ill patients.
During my neurosurgical training, I have gained extensive experience in neurotrauma, spinal fixation procedures, and critical care management in a high-volume tertiary care center. Witnessing the burden of untreated neurotrauma and limited access to advanced neurosurgical care has deeply shaped my career goals.
My research work includes multiple peer-reviewed publications, particularly in deep brain stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson’s disease, where our work demonstrated improved clinical outcomes and reduced medication requirements. I have presented and participated in several international conferences, including WFNS, ISPN, and EANS meetings.
I further expanded my clinical exposure through a three-month neurosurgery observership at Presbyterian Hospital in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where I worked under the mentorship of Dr. Gregory T. Sherr and gained insight into advanced neurosurgical techniques and patient-centered care in the United States healthcare system.
In addition to clinical work, I have been actively involved in teaching as an anatomy demonstrator and clinical instructor, mentoring undergraduate medical students. I have also held leadership roles in the Young Doctors Association, advocating for physicians and healthcare system improvements.
I am also the founder of a telehealth initiative aimed at improving access to affordable healthcare for underserved populations in Pakistan.
My long-term goal is to pursue advanced neurosurgical training in the United States and contribute as a global neurosurgical leader, working to improve access, innovation, and outcomes in neurosurgical care worldwide.
Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose
Friday, May 1, 2026
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