Welcome To
Department of Biochemistry RMU
The Department of Biochemistry at Rawalpindi Medical University is a vital academic and research unit dedicated to excellence in medical education and research. The department plays a fundamental role in building a strong foundation of biochemical knowledge essential for understanding human health and disease.
Staffed by a team of highly qualified and experienced doctors, the department is committed to delivering high-quality teaching to undergraduate and postgraduate students. Faculty members are actively involved in curriculum development, innovative teaching methodologies, and continuous academic improvement. In addition to teaching, the department contributes significantly to research activities, supporting evidence-based medical practice.
Through a blend of academic rigor, research excellence, and professional integrity, the Department of Biochemistry at Rawalpindi Medical University strives to nurture competent healthcare professionals capable of meeting modern medical challenges.
Dr Aneela Jamil
Head of DepartmentVision
To produce health care professionals capable of applying their biochemical knowledge into clinical practice, thus helping the society.
Vision
To produce health care professionals capable of applying their biochemical knowledge into clinical practice, thus helping the society.
Mission
Our mission is to provide medical students with a deep and integrated understanding of the molecular and chemical basis of human health and disease to:
• Diagnose and treat diseases more effectively
• Develop new and innovative treatments
• Conduct research for advancement of knowledge of Biochemistry
• Diagnose and treat diseases more effectively
• Develop new and innovative treatments
• Conduct research for advancement of knowledge of Biochemistry
Mission
Our mission is to provide medical students with a deep and integrated understanding of the molecular and chemical basis of human health and disease to:
• Diagnose and treat diseases more effectively
• Develop new and innovative treatments
• Conduct research for advancement of knowledge of Biochemistry
• Diagnose and treat diseases more effectively
• Develop new and innovative treatments
• Conduct research for advancement of knowledge of Biochemistry
Our Team
| Name | Designation | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Aneela Jamil | Associate Professor | MBBS – FCPS (Biochemistry) |
| Dr. Tayba Saleha Hashmi | Assistant Professor | MBBS – M. Phil -CHPE |
| Dr. Kanwal Huma | Assistant Professor | MBBS – M. Phil -CHPE |
| Dr. Rahat Afzal | APWMO | MBBS |
| Dr. Uzma Zafar | APWMO | MBBS, PGD in Nutrition |
| Dr. Almas Ejaz | APWMO | MBBS |
| Dr. Nayab Ramzan | APWMO | MBBS |
| Dr. Sana Latif | Senior Demonstrator | MBBS – MCPS Family Medicine |
| Dr. Romessa Naeem | Demonstrator | MBBS |
| Dr. Rai Khalid Yqoob | Demonstrator | MBBS - Mphil |
Academic Programs
Postgraduate Programs
List of Researchers
PHD Researchers
- Dr. Rai Muhammad Asghar
- Shazia Zeb
- Asad Shabbir
- Muhammad Asim
- Madiha Jadoon
MPhil Researchers
- Dr. Uzma Zafar
- Dr. Nayab Ramzan
- Dr. Raomessa Naeem
Our Projects
| Sr | Title | Researcher Name | Link of Project / Activity | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Drug induced metabolic and endocrine disruption in Pediatric Epilepsy: Risk Factors & Therapeutic Management | Prof. Rai Muhammad Asghar | ||
| 2 | Determination of difficulty index in end of block examinations of pre-clinical under graduate medical students. 2022;11(1):20-24 | Dr. Aneela Jamil | 2022 | |
| 3 | Correlation between genotoxicity and interleukin-6 in smoker: A Rodent Model. 2018, Vol. 28(11): 821-823 | Dr. Aneela Jamil | 2018 | |
| 4 | Assessment of smoke induced genotoxicity in Sprague dawley rats. 2019;69(3):577-81 | Dr. Aneela Jamil | 2019 |
Publications
List of Events
- Innovative Medical Research “A hands-on Workshop” (13th December, 2024)
Audit Report
MPhil Curriculum
Workshops
8th International Scientific Conference
Preconference workshop
Title: MCQs writing in Medical Education: Principles to Practice
Date: 27.01.26
Time: 9.00 am to 12.00 pm
Venue: Dean’s Meeting Hall, OTB, RMU
