Author: South City Hospital

  • Epidurals: We answer your questions

    An epidural is a pain relief medication provided during labor. However, there are certain conditions under which we will administer it. You will have to generally be over 3cm dilated.  The first ever epidural was administered in 1948 and the science has since made considerable advances. Will an epidural affect my baby?No, an epidural will…

  • Anesthesia at SCH

    Our anesthesiologists, headed by Prof. Nasir Khan Jakhrani, are highly trained medical professionals who provide perfect medical care in the pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative periods. Anesthetists provide relief from acute pain during labor and delivery with round-the-clock epidural service and post-operative control of acute pain by providing intravenous medications such as PCA (patient-controlled analgesia). They…

  • Shaista Khan Emeritus

    Shaista Khan Emeritus Consultant Breast Surgeon Prof Dr Shaista Masood Khan is one of Pakistan’s most distinguished breast surgeons with extensive expertise in breast cancer surgery, oncoplasticbreast procedures, and advanced breast screening services. At South City Hospital, she provides comprehensive surgical care for both benign andmalignant breast disorders using internationally aligned treatment approaches. She is…

  • Dr. Tahir Shafi Khan

    Dr. Tahir Shafi Khan Consultant Plastic Surgeon Dr Tahir Shafi Khan is one of Pakistan’s leading plastic surgeons with extensive experience in cosmetic and reconstructive procedures. At South City Hospital, his practice focuses on advanced aesthetic surgery, body contouring, facial rejuvenation, and cosmetic breast procedures using modern surgical techniques and individualized treatment planning. Widely recognized…

  • Dr. Mughis Sheerani

    Dr. Mughis Ahmed Khan Sheerani Consultant Neurologist & Clinical Neurophysiologist Dr Mughis Ahmed Khan Sheerani is an American board-certified neurologist with expertise in clinical neurophysiology, epilepsy management,neurorehabilitation, and advanced neurological diagnostics. At South City Hospital, he provides specialized neurological care for complex disordersaffecting the brain, nerves, and neuromuscular system. He has played a significant role…

  • Neurology at SCH

    Neurology is the branch of medicine dealing with the diagnosis and treatment of all categories of conditions and diseases involving the brain, the spinal cord, and the peripheral nerves. Neurological practice relies heavily on the field of neuroscience, the scientific study of the nervous system. A neurologist is a physician specializing in neurology and trained to investigate, diagnose…

  • Dr. Shahid Sami

    Dr. Shahid Sami Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon Dr. Shahid A. Sami is an internationally trained Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon at South City Hospital with extensive expertise in advancedcardiac and thoracic surgical procedures. Recognized for his contributions to cardiothoracic surgery in Pakistan, he combines international surgical training with advanced operative expertisein complex cardiac procedures and thoracic surgical care….

  • Prof. Dr. Muhammad Umar

    Prof. Dr. Muhammad Umar Senior Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon |Member, Board of Directors Prof. Dr. Muhammad Umar is one of Pakistan’s most respected and senior orthopaedic surgeons, internationally trained in advanced orthopaedicsand joint replacement surgery. As a Member of the Board of Directors and a leading figure in Orthopaedic Services at South City Hospital, he has…