Shifa College of Medicine Warmly Welcomed Palestinian Medical Students

On Friday, October 25, 2024 a graceful ceremony was held at Shifa College of Medicine (SCM) to welcome fourth and fifth-year Palestinian medical students from the Islamic University (IUG) of Gaza into the Shifa family. This momentous occasion marked the beginning of the journey for these students as they will continue their medical education at Shifa College of Medicine. The event was a heartwarming blend of a welcome and orientation ceremony, where students from IUG also participated in an Oath-Taking and White Coat Ceremony to embrace their roles as future medical professionals. Distinguished leaders from Shifa Tameer-e-Millat University and Shifa International Hospital graced the occasion with their presence, reflecting the solidarity and support extended to our new students. Esteemed speakers included Chancellor Dr. Manzoor H. Qazi, President of PMDC Prof. Rizwan Taj, Vice Chancellor of STMU Prof. Mohammad Iqbal Khan, CEO of Shifa International Hospital Mr. Zeeshan Bin Ishtiaq, Vice Dean of the IUG Program Prof. Ahmed Ghazali, and Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences at STMU Prof. Mohammed Amir, each sharing words of encouragement and inspiration. The ceremony, hosted by Prof. Abida Shaheen, was a celebration of resilience and dedication, embodying Shifa’s commitment to fostering excellence in healthcare education. Prof. Fahad Azam led the oath-taking, guiding the students as they pledged to uphold the ethical and compassionate principles of the medical profession. We warmly welcome our new students from Gaza to the Shifa family and are committed to supporting them as they advance their journey in medicine. This day marks a new chapter of growth, learning, unity and international collaboration