In this procedure, the gallbladder is taken out using the laparoscope as the tool, whereas conventional surgery requires a laparotomy (cutting the abdominal wall to get inside). The laparoscope has become a sophisticated surgical instrument and it relies on gaining access inside the abdomen via thin 5mm and 10mm tubes (trocars). Vision is provided by…
General Surgery at South City Hospital consists of dedicated and trained medical professionals who offer a wide range of surgical services. Laparoscopic Surgery: The team consists of: Dr. Mumtaz MaherFRCSHead of Surgery Clinic:Monday, Wednesday, and FridayTiming:4 pm to 6 pm Appointments:(+92)344 2589687 (Babar)
According to Dr. Mumtaz Maher, there are five stages of Living with Obesity AcceptanceObesity is a chronic illness/disease Denial that obesity may be a real problem or may have serious consequences. A normal response to this state is not to want to know about it. Eg: Not wanting to do something about it. Don’t listen to advice….
Not everyone who wants the surgery can be operated on. Our suitability criteria include: Recommended age limits: 18 to 60 yearsAbsence of severe psychological disorder and alcohol abuseWeight: around 190kgBMI: Over 30 First, we calculate your Body Mass Index or BMIThe concept is BMI is used to determine the degree of obesity. It is a…
Prof. Dr. Ayesha Nageen is an accomplished Consultant Physician and Professor of Internal Medicine. She earned her medical degree from Dow Medical College, completed her residency at Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Center, and obtained her post-doctoral fellowship in Medicine from the College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan with honors. She was also associated with the National…
A graduate of Liquate University and Health Sciences, Held a special interest in Pediatrics, so choose to do a residency in one of the best tertiary hospitals, Aga Khan University Hospital. After completing FCPS, his thirst for knowledge about newborns made him do his second fellowship in neonatology at Aga Khan University. After graduation started…
Dr. Azib Aftab Consultant Nephrologist Dr. Azib Aftab is a Consultant Nephrologist at South City Hospital with expertise in the diagnosis and management of kidney diseases, hypertensionrelatedrenal disorders, dialysis care, and renal transplantation support. He is known for his patient-focused approach and evidence-based management of both acute and chronic kidney conditions, providingcomprehensive nephrology care across…
Prof. Dr. Zahid Azam Consultant Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist Prof. Dr. Zahid Azam is a senior Consultant Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist at South City Hospital with extensive expertise in advanced therapeutic endoscopy, hepatology, and complex gastrointestinal disease management. With decades of clinical, academic, and research experience, he is recognized for performing advanced GI interventions and providing multidisciplinary…
Professor Hameedullah Buzdar trained in neurosurgery at the University of Ukraine in 1993. He worked with the famous Professor Madjid Samii at the Neurosurgical Clinic, Nordstadt Hospital in Hannover, and undertook a fellowship in Skull Base, Brachial plexus, and Cervical Pathology in 1994. He visited the Barrow Neurological Institute in 2001-2002 and received a fellowship…
Dr. Jai Singh Rana is one of the Neurologists who are young, energetic, enthusiastic, hardworking, and ready to come as soon as possible in emergencies such as Stroke (Paralysis) cases; patients with Seizures (Fits) and always follow patients come first philosophy. Dr. Jai after MBBS decided to pursue a career in Neurology and being motivated…
