Disease Data Centre (DDC)
A data center at a medical university drives research, education, and patient care by managing key data, supporting innovation, and enabling data-driven decisions.
Vision
To establish a centralized, secure, and research-driven platform for comprehensive disease surveillance, data integration, and informed healthcare decision-making.
Vision
To establish a centralized, secure, and research-driven platform for comprehensive disease surveillance, data integration, and informed healthcare decision-making.
Mission
The mission of the RMU Disease Data Center is to centralize, standardize, and utilize clinical data to advance research, improve patient care, and inform public health strategies
Mission
The mission of the RMU Disease Data Center is to centralize, standardize, and utilize clinical data to advance research, improve patient care, and inform public health strategies
Scope & Objectives
- Comprehensive Data Repository
- Evidence-Based Research
- Precision Medicine
- Streamlined Clinical Trials
- Quality Improvement Initiatives
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Building the Future with AI
Components of RMU Disease Data Centre (DDC)
| Sr. No. | Type of data | Last updated | Data available (years) | Focal person |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hepatitis C | Dec-24 | 2006- 2023 | Current focal person: Dr. Misbah Noureen, 0313-5324954 (Previous focal person: Dr. Aqsa, 0300-4064396) |
| 2 | Dengue | Dec-24 | 2022-2024 | Focal Person: Dr. Safiullah, 0321-5798050 |
| 3 | ICU Infections | Sep-24 | 2019 | Focal Person: Dr. Kiran (0335-9627484) Prof. Dr. Mujeeb khan |
| 4 | Radiology | Aug-24 | 2012- 2023 | Focal person: Prof. Dr. Nasir, 0333-5142295 |
| 5 | Oncology | Mar, 2025 | 2022-2025 | Current focal person: Dr. Muhammad Hamza, 0333-8173512 (Previous focal person: Dr. Umer Afzal, 0335-9627484) |
| 6 | COVID-19 | Sep, 2024 | 2020 | Focal person: Dr. Mehwish (Previous focal person: Dr. Khuzeema) |
| 7 | Diabetes | Feb-25 | 2024-2025 | Focal Person: Dr Madeeha Nazar, 0332-7777658 (HbA1c: 2020- 2024),Prof. Dr. Shehzad Manzoor |
| 8 | Diabetic Retinopathy | Jun-25 | 2024-2024 | Focal Person: Dr. Sidra Jabeen |
Brief Summary of Each Dataset
Hepatitis C
Introduction
Hepatitis C is a major health issue in Pakistan, contributing to liver disease and related complications. Since 2006, at RMU a comprehensive dataset of 9,392 patients has been maintained to monitor HCV progression and treatment response.
Our Team
Dr. Aqsa Naseer
Senior Registrar, Gastroenterology
Dr. Mehwish Iqbal
Additional Director ORIC, RMU
Dr. Maham Yamin
Manager ORIC, RMU
Dengue
Introduction
A comprehensive clinical database of 9868 dengue patients (2022–2024) captures detailed demographic, clinical, diagnostic, and laboratory data to support research and public health strategies in Pakistan.
Dengue Data base provides valuable insights into disease patterns, comorbidities, and outcomes, aiding effective dengue management.
Our Team
Prof. Mujeeb Khan
Professor Dept. of Infectious Disease
Prof. Muhammad Khurram
Professor of Medicine
Dr. Saima Amreen
Professor of Medicine
Dengue Report 2019
Dengue Report 2022
Dengue Report 2024
Mapping Dengue Research output
Clinical Management of Dengue Fever for Healthcare Professionals
Dengue Record RMU Allied Hospitals
1st Jan - 9th Sep 2025
Diabetes Data Center
Introduction
A diabetes patient registry supervised by Dr. Madeeha Nazir tracks data from 18277 patients (2024–2025), offering insights into demographics, treatment, lab results, complications, and lifestyle factors.
This robust dataset supports clinical research, and policy-making to enhance diabetes care and outcomes in Pakistan.
Our Team
Dr. Madeeha Nazir
Incharge Diabetes clinic, Holy Family hospital
Prof. Shehzad Manzoor
Professor of Medicine
Prof. Arshad Rabbani
Professor of Medicine
Trends of HbA1c (2020-2024)
According to World Health Organization a HbA1c of 6.5% is recommended as the cut point for diagnosing diabetes.
ICU Infections Database
Introduction
Supervised by Dr. Kiran, this ICU-based dataset of 1,949 samples (2019–2024) tracks antimicrobial resistance patterns in 14 key bacterial species and their susceptibility to 15 antibiotics.
It supports infection control and antimicrobial stewardship in critical care settings.
ICU Infections Data base
Introduction
The oncology registry, maintained from August 2022 to March 2025 under Dr. Muhammad Hamza, documents data from 724 cancer patients, including demographic and clinical details.
It supports cancer trend analysis, referral tracking, and outcome evaluation, strengthening evidence-based oncology care and research.
COVID-19 Database
Introduction
This dataset, updated in September 2024, includes comprehensive clinical and demographic data for 198 patients from 2020.
It captures key indicators such as symptoms, vitals, lab results and outcomes—providing valuable insights for clinical analysis, disease pattern evaluation, and epidemiological research.
Radiology Database
Introduction
Supervised by Prof. Nasir khan, this MRCP dataset of 797 patients (2021–2023) captures detailed biliary measurements, symptoms, and demographics to support research on hepatobiliary disorders. It enables clinical correlation and analysis of bile duct pathology trends over time.
Published Paper
Magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography (MRCP) based diagnosis of pancreaticobiliary disorders: Three years study at a tertiary care Hospital.
Diabetic Retinopathy
Introduction
The retinopathy database systematically compiles clinical and demographic information of patients diagnosed with retinal disorders.
It includes data on visual acuity, disease severity, comorbidities, treatment interventions, and outcomes—supporting research, early detection strategies, and evidence-based management of retinal diseases.
RMU Student Societies
RMU Welfare Projects
RMU Gaza Support Program
The second challenge faced was addressing student fears, depression, and loneliness. Additionally, RMU had to manage shortages of faculty, establish separate classrooms, and develop a specialized curriculum for these students. The faculty graciously embraced all three challenges. Within just four weeks, a dedicated curriculum committee collaborated closely with the Dean of Al-Azhar University and PMDC to design a suitable curriculum, enabling classes to begin promptly
RMU Flood Relief Program
On the directions of Vice Chancellor RMU, Professor Dr. Muhammad Umar (SI, HI), Rawalpindi Medical University organized flood relief medical camps in Buner District.
A medical camp was successfully conducted in the Koz Gokand area of Buner, where a team of RMU doctors provided medical services to more than 400 patients.
This camp was especially significant as the area is located at a far distance from standard health facilities (both government and private), leaving the local population with limited access to healthcare. The initiative has been highly appreciated by the local community, with residents acknowledging that RMU doctors were the first to reach areas that had not yet been served by any other teams.
