- The need was reiterated during the annual conference of the Pak GI and Liver Disease Society.
- The head of JPMC says that 60-70 percent of patients suffering from gastrointestinal problems are treated in the emergency department of the hospital.
- Practical training sessions on advanced endoscopy and other procedures were conducted during the conference.
KARACHI: Authorities and health experts have expressed the critical need for hundreds of skilled gastroenterologists in tertiary care health facilities across the country, as approximately 60-70% of patients seeking medical treatment in hospital emergencies have gastrointestinal and liver diseases. bring complaints related to
The need to address this gap was pointed out by Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Center (JPMC) Executive Director Prof. Dr. Shahid Rasool during the inaugural session of the fifth annual conference of the Pak GI and Liver Disease Society (PGLDS) on Saturday. .
“Approximately 60-70% of the load at the emergency department of health care facilities consists of patients requiring treatment for diarrhea, vomiting, other gastrointestinal health problems and liver problems. In these situations, we see GI health problems. There is a need for more trained and qualified gastroenterologists to deal with the increasing burden of patients with
Prominent medical experts and gastroenterologists from Pakistan participated in this three-day scientific conference along with medical students and trainees, covering various topics including water-borne diseases, viral and bacterial infections such as hepatitis B and C, irritancy. It was discussed. irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and the use of artificial intelligence in diagnosis and treatment.
Additionally, practical training sessions on advanced endoscopy and other procedures were also organized as part of the conference.
For the first time in Pakistan’s history, PGLDS launched Helicobacter pylori treatment guidelines in collaboration with the Infectious Diseases Society of Pakistan. is suffering
Dr. Rasool, who was the chief guest at the conference, revealed that in a few weeks he is going to start endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), a state-of-the-art procedure in the gastroenterology department at the hospital, for which he will be hiring. are Medical advisors and experts in the coming days.
“The Department of Gastroenterology at JPMC was established with the efforts of late Dr. Seemin Jamali and is now headed by Dr. Nazish Butt. We are going to set up a state-of-the-art Gastroenterology Department in the new medical complex. where all modern facilities are available. will be available for treatment of GI diseases,” said Dr Rasool while appreciating PGLDS for training young consultants to meet the country’s specialist needs.
Dr Lubna Kamani, President PGLDS and Professor of Gastroenterology at Liaquat National Hospital, said that along with training young doctors, her society is focusing on research in the field of Gastroenterology as well as in the field of gastroenterology. Encouraging more women, because female patients feel comfortable. Discussing their problems with women doctors
“In this regard, we have launched WillMed, the Women in Leadership League of Medicine to encourage women doctors to train themselves in the field of medicine and gastroenterology.”
He said that for the first time he has used the simulator to train young gastroenterologists on gastrointestinal endoscopy and other procedures while treating a large number of Pakistani population for Helicobacter pylori infection. Guidelines have also been prepared for this.
Renowned gastroenterologist Dr Waseem Jafari said that despite the difficult political and economic conditions, talented Pakistani experts and youth have the ability to bring the country out of any crisis and urged the young graduates to stay in the country, modernize themselves. Equip yourself with the latest techniques and knowledge, and help the suffering humanity.
In his keynote address, eminent gastroenterologist Dr. Aamir Ghafoor lamented the declining quality of medical education in the country, particularly the Fellows of the College of Physicians and Surgeons (FCPS). He urged the young graduates to focus on learning, acquiring knowledge and modern techniques to compete with the medical professionals around the world.
“There are no shortcuts to success. Our youth are more focused on making money than acquiring knowledge and skills. Unless you have knowledge and skills, you are a good doctor and a respected health professional. “Can’t be,” he advised.
Patron of PGLDS Dr. Shahid Ahmed said that a large majority of the Pakistani population is suffering from various gastrointestinal diseases but unfortunately, trained and qualified consultants are not available even in the suburbs, small towns and rural areas. Country
“Under these circumstances, PGLDS is committed to training young doctors so that facilities for endoscopy, ERCP and other advanced procedures can be made available to a large majority of the population,” he added.
Other senior medical experts including Dr. Nazish Butt, Dr. Sajjad Jameel, social media fame Dr. Affan Qaiser, Dr. Bakht Buland, Dr. Hussain Baloch and many other experts also spoke in the conference.