DUHS announces strategic plan 2024-2030

The Dow University of Health Sciences has introduced a six-year strategic plan to promote clinical care, research, improve educational quality, and bring innovation to the health sector, which includes digital tools, online educational platforms, and telemedicine.

The launch ceremony of this strategic plan was held at the Arag Auditorium of Dow Medical College, where Vice Chancellor Dow University of Health Sciences Prof. Muhammad Saeed Quraishy welcomed the participants and delivered a welcome speech.

Prof. Quraishy said they were taking another step forward with a plan prepared by considering future requirements. The plan not only incorporates past experiences but also focuses on facing new challenges and adopting modern technological methods.

This plan includes the latest technology and medical research. New technologies are being introduced into the curriculum, and changes are being made to the examination process, especially in research.

Dr. Sohail Rao, senior scientific advisor to the vice chancellor, gave a detailed presentation on the six-year strategic plan. He noted that the Dow University of Health Sciences is the first public sector health university to present a strategic plan.

Dr. Rao explained that the strategic plan was first introduced in 2018, with the initial phase completed in 2023. In the second phase, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and virtual reality have been integrated to ensure that patients can also benefit from modern education.

Members of the executive committee for strategic planning and implementation also shared their views and highlighted the importance of this plan and its various aspects. They emphasized that the aim of this strategic plan is to improve the quality of education, promote research, and strengthen the university's reputation globally.

This strategic plan will guide the development of the university over the next six years and provide a platform for students, faculty, and the community. The plan emphasizes various initiatives to modernize the delivery of health services, ensuring that students and medical professionals are better prepared to meet emerging challenges in the health sector.