Journal of Rawalpindi Medical College (JRMC)

Official Publication of Rawalpindi Medical University
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Editorials: 54 Original Articles: 1203 Case Reports: 37 Review Articles: 11 Letter to the Editor: 11 Total: 1324

The Journal of Rawalpindi Medical College openly invites submissions for consideration and peer review.
The editor is assisted by members of the editorial board along with expert referees in the evaluation of submissions, and accepted papers are scheduled for publication at the discretion of the editorial office. Please refer to our Instructions for authors:
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If you have any queries, please email the editorial office.

Our Journey

The Journal of Rawalpindi Medical College (JRMC) has been a cornerstone of medical research and education since its inception in 1997.

  • Founded by visionary medical educators—Prof. Khalid Randhawa, Prof. Mussadiq Khan, Prof Khalid Hassan, and Prof Masood Qureshi—the journal was established to provide a platform for high-quality medical research and scholarly discourse. In its early years, under the editorship of Prof Khalid Hassan, Prof Imtiaz Ali, and Prof Arif Malik, JRMC was published biannually and achieved recognition by the Pakistan Medical & Dental Council (PM&DC) in 2002.
  • The journal continued to evolve, and in 2014, through the dedicated efforts of Prof. Irfan and Dr Nadeem Ikram, it transitioned to a quarterly publication format and later secured recognition from the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan. 
  • Today, under the leadership of Dr M. Khurram and Dr Arsalan Manzoor Mughal, and with the vision of Vice Chancellor Prof M. Umar, JRMC remains committed to maintaining the highest ethical and academic standards in medical publishing. As an open-access, double-blind peer-reviewed journal, JRMC strictly follows the guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE).      

     Our mission is to foster excellence in health sciences by providing a trusted platform for physicians, researchers, and healthcare professionals to share knowledge that advances medical education, improves research standards, and contributes to better health outcomes worldwide. Over the years, JRMC has gained recognition from esteemed indexing bodies, including the Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ), Crossref, Index Medicus for the Eastern Mediterranean Region (IMEMR), Portico, JISC, PMDC, and HEC (Category Y). Our journal continues to expand its reach and impact, publishing original research, review articles, and case reports in the fields of Medicine, Dentistry, and Allied Health Sciences. As the official publication of Rawalpindi Medical University (RMU), JRMC remains steadfast in its commitment to academic integrity, research excellence, and the dissemination of medical knowledge. Our archives are available both online at journalrmc.com and in print at the JRMC Office, Rawalpindi Medical University, Tipu Road, Rawalpindi. To publish your research in our journal please read the author guidelines.

Editorial Board

Editor in Chief
Executive Editor
Managing Editors
Dr. Farrah Pervaiz
Assistant Editor
Associate Professor of Community Medicine & Additional Director R&D
Rawalpindi Medical University
Editorial Board Members
Section Editors
Managers
IT Support
Miss Afza Kazmi
Manager IT
Rawalpindi Medical University
Mr. Muhammad Shahzad Shameer
Software Engineer
Rawalpindi Medical University
Bibliographer
Mr. Amir Shahzad
Librarian
Rawalpindi Medical University
Mr. Muhammad Amir
Data Analyst
Rawalpindi Medical University

International Editorial Board

North America

Europe

Asia

Africa

Australia

National Editorial Board

Islamabad Capital Territory

Punjab

Sindh

Khyber Pakhtoonkhwa

Balochistan

JRMC's Collaborations

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JRMC's Reviewers 2013-2024

We would like to thank everyone who has helped us by peer reviewing articles submitted to JRMC. Following is the list of our international and national reviewers.

International Reviewers

National Reviewers

Publications

JRMC Most Read Articles

The Implication of Positive Reinforcement Strategy in dealing with Disruptive Behaviour in the Classroom: A Scoping Review

Aisha Rafi , Ambreen Ansar , Muneeza Amir Sami
Vol. 24 No. 2 (2020)
Total Reads: 137

Association of ABO Blood group phenotypes with FEV1/FVC values among students of Aziz Fatima Medical and Dental College

Hira Zahid, Anam Rehman, Saima Zareen, Sana Rasheed, Shireen Jawed, Benash Altaf
Vol. 28 No. 2 (2024)
Total Reads: 74

Assessment Of Awareness Level and Perception In Usage Of Plastic Bags And Its Hazards Among Secondary School Students

Mohi Ud Din, Zain Arif, Hafiz Usama Naveed, Maryam Tauseef, Nouman Yaseen, Talha Mahboob
Vol. 28 No. 1 (2024)
Total Reads: 64

JRMC Most Cited Articles

The Implication of Positive Reinforcement Strategy in dealing with Disruptive Behaviour in the Classroom: A Scoping Review

Aisha Rafi , Ambreen Ansar , Muneeza Amir Sami
Vol. 24 No. 2 (2020)
Total Citations: 55

Second Wave of COVID-19 Pandemic: Its deleterious and mortal repercussion in Pakistan

Rizwana Shahid, Shazia Zeb
Vol. 24 No. 4 (2020)
Total Citations: 17

Compliance on the Use of Different Types of Face Mask by Healthcare Workers and General Public in Tertiary Care Hospital of RMU during COVID-19 Pandemic

Saba Sarfraz, Muhammad Raheel Raza, Khizar Aziz, Muhammad Umar, Khola Noreen, Malik Shehryar
Vol. 24 No. Supp-1 (2020)
Total Citations: 13

SpecialSupplement | 17 April 2023

COVID-19 Special Supplement

Edition 1

The Journal of Rawalpindi Medical College Published Two Special issues during COVID 19 pandemic in 2020 and 2021 to supports health professionals and researchers with guidance. Being open source, this content is freely available online

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JRMC Covid-19 Guidelines

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International Journal of Rawalpindi Medical College​

The International Supplement of JRMC was published in June 2022 with the aim of connecting Pakistani and global medical research. It provides a platform for local and international collaboration, addressing challenges. Supported by RMU, the journal aims to enhance collaborative scholarly activity and nurture future scientists.

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Editorial Board

United States of America

Dr. Aamer Mahmud

Associate Professor, Queen’s University, CCSEO, 25 King Street West, Kingston, Ontario.

Email: aamer1086@gmail.com

Dr. David L Carr Locke

Assistant Professor of Medicine, Weil Cornell University, New York.

Email: dac9184@med.cornell.edu

Dr. Babar Rao

Professor of Dermatology & Pathology, Director, Rutgers Center for Dermatology, New York

Email: babarrao@gmail.com

Dr. Faiz Anwer

Staff Physician, Associate Professor, Cleveland Clinic, Ohio.
Email: faiz273@gmail.com

Dr. Bushra Anwar

Director, BMY Health, Canada

Email: Bushraanwar@bmyhealth.ca

Dr. Rizwan Naeem

Professor of Pathology, Albert Einstein College of Medicine and Montefiore medical Center, NY, USA. Email: rnaeem@montefiore.org

Dr. Sohail Aman

Assistant Professor, Mobile Infirmary Medical Center, USA.
Email: sohail673@hotmail.com

Dr. Muhammad Bilal

Associate Professor of Medicine, University of Colorado, USA

Email: mohammad.bilal@cuanschutz.edu

Dr. Faisal Masud

Adjunct Clinical Professor,Houston Methodist Hospital, Texas, USA

Email: fmasud@houstonmethodist.org

Dr. Fawad Chaudhry

Asst Professor , Director Interventional Pulmonology, University of Oklahoma, USA. Email: fawad_chaudry@hotmail.com

Dr. Imran Mirza

Adjunct Professor,  Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry, University of Alberta, Canada

Email: imirza@ualberta.ca

Dr. Avais Masud

Fellowship Program Director , Nephrology, Jersey Shore University Medical Center, NJ, USA.

Email: avais.masud@hmhn.org

Dr. Kashif Aslam

Pulmonary Critical Care, Medical City Arlington, Texas, USA

Email: Kashif.aslam@unthsc.edu

Dr. Maqsood Ahmed

Chairperson, Hometown Community Foundation, Raleigh, North Carolina. Email: drahmed.renusoft@gmail.com

Dr. Nadeem Fazal

Professor, Chicago State University, IL, USA

Email: nfazal@csu.edu

United Kingdom

Dr.Nadeem Tehami

Consultant Hepatologist & PB physician, University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust, UK. Email: drtehami@gmail.com

Dr. Shahid Latif

Consultant psychiatrist. Medical Director, St. Matthew’s Healthcare, Leicestershire, UK. Email: shahidlatif134@gmail.com

Dr. Asem Ali

Divisional Medical Director. Consultant Stroke Physician, Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust.United Kingdom. Email:  asemali@hotmail.com

Dr. Atif Rahman

Professor of Child Psychiatry, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK. Email: atif.rahman@liverpool.ac.uk

Dr. Saadat Ahsan

GP Partner, Southgates Medical Centre, Kings’ Lynn, Norfolk, UK. Email: saadat.ahsan@nhs.net

Dr. Bilal Haider Malik

Dermatology Resident, Betsi Cadwallader University Health Board, Wales, UK Email:  cardbilal88@gmail.com

Middle East

Asia

Dr. Syed Hasnain Ali Johar

Consultant Family Medicine, Medi Family Polyclinic, Dubai, UAE. Email: dr_syedhasnain@yahoo.com

Dr. Alam Sher Malik

Professor International Medical School, Management and Science University, Malaysia. Email: alamshermalik@hotmail.com

Dr. Muhammad Iftikhar Hanif

Professor of Orthopaedics, Newcastle University Medicine, Malaysia

Email: mihanif1966@gmail.com

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Climate Change & Sustainability

Journal of Health & Climate Change​

Journal of Health and Climate Change  is an open access, double blind peer reviewed medical journal. It is published biannually. It follows Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). 

International Standard Serial Number

  • ISSN (Print) 3078-3194
  • ISSN (Online) 3078-3208
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Editorial Board

Patron in chief
  • Prof. Muhammad Umar (SI)(HI)
Patrons
  • Prof. Jahangir Sarwar Khan Prof
  • Riaz Ahmed Sheikh
Chief Editor
  • Dr. Farrah Pervaiz
  • Dr. Junaid Khan
  • Dr Farhan Hassan
Associate Editors
  • Dr. Haq Nawaz
Manager
  • Dr. Junaid Khan 
  • Dr.Haq Nawaz
Section Editors
  • Dr. Usman Qureshi
    Dr. Sadia Ahmed
National Advisory Board

 

  • Prof. Shahzad Ali Khan (HSA)
  • Prof. Zia ul Haq (KMU)
  • Prof. Babar Tasneem Sheikh (HSA)
  • Prof. Humaira Mehmood (NUMS)
  • Dr. Faiza Rabbani (MONHSR&C)
  • Dr. Muhammad Ashar Ayub (IUB)
  • Dr. Muhammad Nadeem (IUB)
  • Dr. Muhammad Anwar-ul- Haq (UAF)
  • Dr. Muhammad Adnan Hafeez (SU)
  • Dr. Muhammad Tahir Shehzad (UAF)
  • Prof. Hammama Tul Bushra Khaar
  • Prof. Muhammad Khurram
  • Prof. Asad Tameez-ud-din
  • Dr. Mujeeb Khan
  • Dr. Saima Ambreen
  • Dr. Ahmed Hassan
  • Dr. Iman Afraz (IMDC)
International Advisory Board

 

  • Dr. Sohail Aman (USA)
  • Dr. Rao Babar (USA)
  • Dr. Ayaz Abbasi (UK)
  • Dr. Shahid Rafique (USA)
  • Dr. Nadeem Afraz (Canada)
  • Dr. Riffat Zaidi (USA)
  • Dr. Faiz Anwar (USA)
  • Dr. Maqbool Ahmed (USA)
  • Dr. Zahid Rafique (Canada)
  • Dr. Alam Sher (Malaysia)
  • Dr. Shahbaz Chaudhry (Australia)
  • Dr. Majid Gondal (Australia)

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RMU Clean & Green Initiative

Rawalpindi Medical University and Journal of Rawalpindi Medical College is committed to environmental sustainability through its Clean and Green Initiative. In response to the National Plantation Campaign by the Prime Minister, RMU established a Green Task Force to enhance green spaces and plant hundreds of trees. Recognizing Pakistan’s high vulnerability to climate change, RMU actively involves students and faculty in plantation campaigns, beautifying allied hospitals, the medical college, and RMU colony with diverse plant species. This initiative reflects RMU’s dedication not only to education and patient care but also to horticulture and environmental responsibility.

The RMU Clean & Green initiative was launched in 2018 with vision to promote environmental conservation & sustainability efforts. RMU understanding its responsibility is actively engaged tree plantation & in adapting environment friendly measures for a better tomorrow.

RMU considers the use of Green energy as one of the best ways to contribute to preventing deforestation, decreasing carbon emissions and decreasing pollution. Step by step, RMU is moving towards Net Zero emissions through utilization of Solar Energy.

Water is a natural and valuable resource. RMU is proud to be a pioneer in rain water harvesting among educational institutions in Pakistan. The harvested water is then utilized for watering of plants and trees throughout the campus to further derive environmental benefits from it.

JRMC–R&D Collaboration on Health & Climate Change: Advancing Climate-Responsive Healthcare

The Journal of Rawalpindi Medical College (JRMC), in close collaboration with the Department of Research & Development (R&D) at Rawalpindi Medical University (RMU), actively promotes and documents initiatives that address the critical interface between climate change and public health. One of the most significant undertakings in this domain has been RMU’s response to the catastrophic floods that impacted millions across Pakistan. This response, spearheaded by Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Muhammad Umar, established a comprehensive humanitarian framework encompassing mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery—with JRMC playing a key role in supporting and disseminating these efforts to the wider academic and healthcare communities.

As part of the Flood Relief Action Program, RMU deployed mobile medical camps to the most affected regions of South Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Balochistan. These camps delivered vital healthcare services to thousands of individuals suffering from gastroenteritis, skin infections, respiratory illnesses, and other waterborne conditions. In addition to medical care, the teams provided emergency food supplies, clean drinking water, and hygiene kits, addressing the immediate survival needs of flood-impacted communities.

Recognizing the looming threat of infectious disease outbreaks in the aftermath of the floods, RMU adopted a preventive public health strategy. The university developed and widely distributed two innovative solutions: the “Ready RMU – Preventive Kit” and the “Ready RMU – Hygiene Kit”. These kits were specifically designed to combat malaria and gastroenteritis, two of the most common post-disaster health threats. The kits contained insect repellents, oral rehydration salts, water purification tablets, and basic hygiene products—enabling vulnerable populations to take proactive steps toward disease prevention.

To further strengthen community resilience, RMU collaborated with the Higher Education Commission (HEC) to author and disseminate “Post-Flood Community Health Guidelines” in Urdu, ensuring that health education reached even the most remote and underserved populations. These guidelines focused on disease prevention, sanitation, clean water usage, and early identification of common infections—providing crucial support to local health workers and community leaders working on the ground.

Through this collaboration, JRMC has served as both a publishing platform and a strategic partner, helping to highlight and analyze these efforts in scholarly forums. By promoting this innovative and integrated model of climate-responsive healthcare, JRMC continues to fulfill its mission of disseminating evidence-based practices, fostering interdisciplinary research, and advocating for sustainable health systems in the face of climate change.


JRMC Resident Cafe

Resident Journal of Rawalpindi Medical University (RJRMU)

The Resident Journal of Rawalpindi Medical University (RJRMU) is an official publication of Rawalpindi Medical University. It was first published in 2020. Till now, it has been published yearly

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JRMC Student Corner

Student Journal of Rawalpindi Medical University (SJRMU)

It was first published in 2017. It is open access, double-blind peer-reviewed journal. It is published biannually. It follows the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE), and International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE) guidelines

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Affiliated Journals

Children Rights Journal of Rawalpindi Medical University (CRJRMU)

The Journal is focused on interdisciplinary research that is linked to practical, evidence-based policy solutions for issues around child rights. This journal provides a platform to reflect on various dimensions of child rights, both at the national and international levels

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Editorial Board

Patron in chief
  • Prof. Muhammad Umar (SI)(HI)
Editor
  • Prof Dr. Rai Muhammad Asghar
Associate Editor
  • Dr. Arsalan Manzoor
Assistant Editor
  • Dr. Muhammad Asim
Manager
  • Mr. Aqeel Ahmed
National Advisory Board
  • Muhammad Tufail
  • Naeem Zafar
  • Aisha Mehnaz
  • AMK Jogezai
  • Idris Mazhar
  • Assad Hafeez
  • Mehek Naeem
  • Andleeb Zehra
  • Kishwar Enam
  • Munir Saleemi
International Advisory Board
  • Bernard Gerbaka
  • Jenny Grey
  • Joan van Niekerk
  • Figen Sahi
  • Tolga Dagli

Latest Research

Journal of Nursing & Allied Health (JNAH)​

The basic idea in establishing this journal is to provide a distinguished platform that bridges the realms of Allied Health Sciences and Nursing, promoting interdisciplinary collaboration, knowledge dissemination, and scholarly discourse.

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Editorial Board

Patron in chief
  • Prof. Muhammad Umar (SI)(HI)
Chief Editor
  • Dr. Muhammad Umar
Editors
  • Dr. Wafa Omar
  • Syeda Iffat Batool
Associate Editor
  • Dr. Arsalan Manzoor
  • Jacoline Sammer
Manager
  • Hiba Rashid
  • Javeria Tariq
  • Raza Kazmi
Section Editors
  • Arshad Khan Malik
  • Qudsia Mushtaq
  • Ajla Javaid
  • Amna Noor
  • Saira Karimi
  • Asma Umar Khayam
  • Khuzeema Tanveer
  • Haq Nawaz
  • Kehkshan Jabeen
  • M. Abdul Rab Faisal Sultan
  • Muhammad Anser Ahmad
  • Huma Tabassum
  • Samawiya Farooq
  • Sadia Jazu

National Advisory Board
  • Fuad Ahmed Khan Niazi
  • Naeem Akhtar
  • Asma Nafeesa
  • Obaid ur Rahman
  • Muhammad Imran Younus
  • Jahangir Khan
  • Aamir Nawaz Khan
  • Naveela Kausar Chaudhary
  • Kashif Zaheer
International Advisory Board
  • Farrukh A. Chistie
  • Imran Amjad
  • OLODO Katina Floride
  • Sohail Abrar
  • Ahmad Samir Kamal Hassan Hussein
  • Muhammad Ahmad
  • Muhammad Salman
  • Kamran Mehdi
  • Anum Rizwan
  • Muhammad Shoaib
  • Waqas Mehmood
  • Naureen Abrar

Latest Research

RMU Data bank

RMU Model of Data Bank is a centralized platform for healthcare professionals and researchers working on the three most prevalent diseases in Allied Hospitals: Dengue Fever, Diabetes Mellitus, and Hepatitis. It provides access to valuable data, guidelines, and best practices for preventing, diagnosing, and treating  these diseases. This data bank aims to address theincreasing burden of these diseases by collecting and curating accurate and up-to-date data, developing evidence-based Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), facilitating research and knowledge sharing, and promoting preventive strategies.

Hepatitis-C Data Holy Family Hospital 2006-2019
Dengue Data RMU Alied Hospitals 2013-2024

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Digital Research Resources

Digital Services

Digital Classroom

Digital Library

Plagiarism Check

Hec Digital Library

HEC National Digital Library (DL) is a programme to provide researchers within public and private universities in Pakistan and non-profit research and development organizations with access to international scholarly literature based on electronic (online) delivery, providing access to high quality, peer-reviewed journals, databases, articles and e-Books across a wide range of disciplines. The e-books support programme will allow researchers to access most of the important text and reference books electronically in a variety of subject areas. Around 75,000 number of electronic content has been made available through the Digital Library Programme.

Total Journals

23,0000

Total Online Books

1,78,000

Total Research Thesis

10,00,000

UpToDate Library

Enrolled Institutes

36500

Clinicians

2 million

Topics

12000

The UpToDate library is a widely trusted, evidence-based clinical decision support system (CDSS) used by healthcare professionals worldwide. Developed by Wolters Kluwer, UpToDate provides clinicians with the latest medical information to support diagnosis, treatment, and care decisions. It offers in-depth articles, drug information, clinical calculators, patient education materials, and practice guidelines, all written and peer-reviewed by over 7,300 physician authors, editors, and peer reviewers.

UpToDate is known for its commitment to continuously updating content to reflect new medical research and clinical best practices, ensuring users always have access to the most current and relevant information at the point of care.

Library Resource Usage Trends 2006-2021

JRMC

Special Reports

RMU & Covid-19

21 January 2024 | Report

Overview

The reports on COVID-19 present the comparison of all four surges of COVID-19 in Rawalpindi Region. Understanding the trajectory of COVID-19 case counts assisted the government and its hospitals in responding to the impact of the pandemic. The primary focus of this report is on the statistics of patients  in the first to fourth surges of COVID-19.

This report was published by Rawalpindi Medical University & the data it received from its allied hospitals on COVID-19. Primarily the Department of Infectious Diseases in Holy Family Hospital liaised with the University in sharing its data.

RMU TEAM

Department of Infectious Diseases, RMU

EDITORS

Dr. Mujeeb Khan

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Dengue Report 2019​

21 January 2024 | Report

Overview

Dengue is now endemic to Pakistan, with its usual peak incidence in the post-monsoon period. Rawalpindi division is among the regions in Punjab which has had to face 7 consecutive epidemics from 2013-2019. The Dengue epidemic of 2019 was by far the worst year of the epidemic. Towards the middle of August, there was a sudden surge in patients presenting with symptoms of Dengue Fever. Testing confirmed Dengue Fever, which was unprecedented as the epidemic season was usually expected to start in early September.

The Department of Infectious Diseases (DID), present in the Holy Family Hospital, Rawalpindi deals with many endemic Infectious Diseases from all over Pakistan, including the Dengue epidemics, Influenza outbreaks, Crimean Congo Hemorrhagic Fever outbreaks, Tuberculosis and Leptospirosis patients, etc. They compiled their data and published a report on the Dengue outbreak in 2019 and subsequently proposed a recommendation to tackle dengue in the coming years.

 

RMU TEAM

Department of Infectious Diseases, RMU

EDITORS

Dr. Mujeeb Khan

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Dengue Report 2022

21 January 2024 | Report

Overview

Dengue is now endemic to Pakistan, with its usual peak incidence in the post-monsoon period. Rawalpindi division is among the regions in Punjab which has had to face 7 consecutive epidemics from 2013-2019. The Dengue epidemic of 2019 was by far the worst year of the epidemic. Towards the middle of August, there was a sudden surge in patients presenting with symptoms of Dengue Fever. Testing confirmed Dengue Fever, which was unprecedented as the epidemic season was usually expected to start in early September.

The Department of Infectious Diseases (DID), present in the Holy Family Hospital, Rawalpindi deals with many endemic Infectious Diseases from all over Pakistan, including the Dengue epidemics, Influenza outbreaks, Crimean Congo Hemorrhagic Fever outbreaks, Tuberculosis and Leptospirosis patients, etc. They compiled their data and published a report on the Dengue outbreak in 2019 and subsequently proposed a recommendation to tackle dengue in the coming years.

 

RMU TEAM

Department of Infectious Diseases, RMU

EDITORS

Dr. Mujeeb Khan

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Hepatitis Free Rawalpindi

21 January 2024 | Report

Overview

The Community Program of RMU for Screening and Treatment of Hepatitis C Cases in Rawalpindi aims to eradicate Hepatitis C from the Rawalpindi division and make Rawalpindi the 1st hepatitis-free city in Pakistan. They plan on doing this Awareness and Prevention in community and health professionals. This booklet provides the guidelines as to how Rawalpindi Medical University and its allied hospitals envision achieving this.

RMU TEAM

Department of Gastroenterology, HFH

EDITORS

Prof. Bushra Khaaar

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Breast Cancer Awareness Program

21 January 2024 | Report

Overview

The Community Program of RMU for Screening and Treatment of Hepatitis C Cases in Rawalpindi aims to eradicate Hepatitis C from the Rawalpindi division and make Rawalpindi the 1st hepatitis-free city in Pakistan. They plan on doing this Awareness and Prevention in community and health professionals. This booklet provides the guidelines as to how Rawalpindi Medical University and its allied hospitals envision achieving this.

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RMU Flood Relief Action Program

21 January 2024 | Report

Overview

As a result of continuing monsoon rains and floods, 81 of the 116 worst-affected districts have been designated disaster-stricken. Sindh, Balochistan, and South Punjab have been notably afflicted, although Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) and Gilgit Baltistan have also been severely impacted. According to the NDMA, this has significant consequences for human lives, property, infrastructure, livelihood, and livestock, impacting 33 million people

RMU TEAM

Department of Medicine and Allied, RMU

EDITORS

Prof. Dr. Muhammad Umar

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JRMC

Clinical Practice Guidelines
Distinguished Authors
Diagnosis, Management and Prevention of Hepatitis C
2017 Update

World Gastroenterology Orgranization

Dr. Muhammad Umar, Editor in Chief of Journal of Rawalpindi Medical College, has been appointed as the first Pakistani Chairman of the World Gastroenterology Organisation (WGO) Committee for Treatment Guidelines for Hepatitis C. This nomination was made during the WGO meeting in Chicago, USA, in May 2011, Guidelines were developed over a year for adoption by member countries. He also serves as the Governor of the American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) for Pakistan and has authored Pakistan’s first book on Hepatitis C, along with five other books. Dr. Umar has held leadership roles in the Pakistan Society of Gastroenterology and GI Endoscopy and the Pakistan Society of Hepatology and authored the National Practice Guidelines for Hepatitis C in Pakistan.

Dr. Muhammad Umar
JRMC Patron-in-Chief
Dr. H-T-Bushra Khaar
JRMC Editor

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International Guidelines

National Guidelines

An Update on National Consensus Practice Guidelines for the Treatment of Hepatitis C & Literature Review in Epidemiology of Hepatitis C in Pakistan - 2022
Current Issue
Vol. 1 No. 1 | April 2025

Over the last 5 years there was some consistency in the treatment options and their availability of the new DAAs in Pakistan however quite a good data and research done locally and available online. Hence it was anticipated to review the available local data and update the previous version of the guidelines. The working
group on National Consensus Practice Guidelines(NCPG) of Centre for Liver and Digestive diseases under the mentorship of Prof. Dr. Muhammad Umar and Prof. Dr. Hamama-tul-Bushra Khaar reviewed the five-year data from 2017-2021. The team also kept into consideration the international evidence and western guidelines, including the updated AASLD and EASL guidelines for management of Hepatitis C and tailored the local guidelines with consensus from leading physicians and Hepatologists from different areas of Pakistan.

RMU Salmonella Infection Treatment Guidelines​
Current Issue
Vol. 1 No. 1 | April 2025

Institutional Antimicrobial Usage Protocols is one of the most exciting initiative that Rawalpindi Medical University has taken. The threat brought on by antimicrobial resistance is a key factor driving this project. Salmonella treatment guidelines are produced through series of discussions held between Antimicrobial Usage Policy Committee including members of various disciplines. It involved a structured and intensive discussion process to ensure that content was carefully reviewed and coordinated for consistency.

Antibiotic Treatment Guidelines for Intensive Care Units of RMU & Allied Hospitals​
Current Issue
Vol. 1 No. 1 | April 2025

These are evidence-based recommendations for empirical antimicrobial usage in intensive care units of Rawalpindi Medical University and Allied Hospitals. Evidence is based on the available data of 2019 of antimicrobial resistance patterns seen in intensive care units.

Treatment should be reviewed clinically at 48-72 hours with the results of clinical findings, imaging results, microbiological cultures and other laboratory findings. Antimicrobials can then be stopped, switched to oral therapy, changed to a narrow spectrum agent or continued with further review.

Visual Clinic

Case Records of the Patients Presented to Liver Center, Holy Family Hospital, Rawalpindi

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Health Education Public Engagement & Community

Pakistan is grappling with a dual public health challenge—the double burden of disease, where communicable diseases (CDs) such as hepatitis, tuberculosis, and dengue, and non-communicable diseases (NCDs) like diabetes, hypertension, and cancer continue to threaten lives. Addressing these complex health issues requires a proactive approach grounded in education, prevention, and community engagement. At the forefront of this effort, the Journal of Rawalpindi Medical University (JRMC) proudly showcases the transformative role of students and faculty in leading health education and awareness campaigns. These initiatives aim to bridge knowledge gaps, implement preventive strategies, and empower communities with sustainable, evidence-based health solutions. Pakistan has been confronting several health challenges due to recent disease outbreaks:
Influenza (H1N1)

Hospitals in Karachi are currently overwhelmed by a surge in influenza cases, particularly the H1N1 strain. This season’s outbreak appears more intense than in previous years, leading to increased hospital admissions.

Polio

The country has reported a resurgence of polio cases, with the National Institute of Health confirming new instances of Wild Poliovirus Type 1 (WPV1) in Sindh’s Badin district. This brings the nationwide tally to 50 cases this year, underscoring the ongoing challenges in eradicating the disease.

Drug-Resistant Typhoid

There is a concerning spread of extensively drug-resistant (XDR) typhoid in Pakistan, particularly affecting children. This strain emerged in 2016 and shows resistance to nearly all antibiotics, complicating treatment efforts. The situation is exacerbated by limited access to clean water and sanitation facilities

Hepatitis Community Awareness

These outbreaks highlight the critical need for robust public health measures, including vaccination campaigns, improved sanitation, and effective disease surveillance, to mitigate the impact of these health challenges.

Hepatitis C Free Rawalpindi City Initiative

Conducting early disease detection for hepatitis, tuberculosis, and parasitic infections

Food & Waterborne Disease Prevention Campaigns

Educating families about safe drinking water, hygiene practices, and diarrheal disease management

Fighting the Rising Wave of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs)

 

With the alarming rise of obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and cancer, RMU has integrated lifestyle medicine principles into its health awareness programs. Key interventions include:

  1. Lifestyle Medicine Awareness Programs – Promoting healthy eating, physical activity, mental well-being, and smoking cessation.
  2. Obesity & Diabetes Prevention Workshops – Engaging schools and workplaces in healthy lifestyle education to curb metabolic disorders.
  3. Tobacco Cessation & Lung Health Advocacy – Conducting anti-smoking campaigns and promoting smoke-free environments.
  4. Mental Health & Stress Management – Integrating mindfulness practices and raising awareness on stress-related illnesses.

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Collaboration between the Journal of Rawalpindi Medical College (JRMC) and the Research & Development (R&D) Unit of RMU

The Journal of Rawalpindi Medical College (JRMC) proudly collaborates with the Research & Development (R&D) Unit of Rawalpindi Medical University (RMU) in a shared commitment to foster a research-intensive academic environment. This ongoing partnership aims to promote high-quality scholarly output, encourage evidence-based medical writing, and facilitate the dissemination of impactful research at local, national, and international levels.

The R&D Unit of RMU, established to advance research culture within the university, plays a central role in supporting undergraduate, postgraduate, and faculty-led research activities. With its robust infrastructure—including the Clinical Trials Unit (CTU), Research Grant Management Office (RGMO), and experienced faculty in research methodology and biostatistics—the R&D unit provides end-to-end support for the research lifecycle, from proposal development to publication.

RMU Research Model Organogram
Research and Development (R&D) Unit RMU

JRMC complements this effort by serving as a key dissemination platform for research conducted at RMU and its affiliated institutions. In line with global publication standards, JRMC prioritizes the publication of research grounded in rigorous methodology and ethical integrity. The journal actively supports the publication of implementation research—a core focus area of RMU R&D—highlighting studies that bridge the gap between scientific evidence and real-world healthcare practices.

Through this collaboration, JRMC also contributes to the professional development of researchers by promoting best practices in scientific writing, adherence to ethical standards, and the responsible conduct of research. Joint initiatives, including workshops, training sessions, and manuscript development programs, further empower researchers at all levels to engage in meaningful inquiry and knowledge dissemination.

This strategic alliance between JRMC and the R&D Unit reflects Rawalpindi Medical University’s broader vision of becoming a leading center for health research and innovation. Together, the journal and the research wing are committed to advancing the frontiers of medical science and contributing to evidence-informed policy and practice in Pakistan and beyond.

Key Research and Developmental Projects

JRMC and the RMU Patient Data Centre: Advancing Evidence-Based Research

The Journal of Rawalpindi Medical College (JRMC) proudly benefits from an active collaboration with the Patient Data Centre at the Research & Development (R&D) Department of Rawalpindi Medical University (RMU). This partnership provides a robust, structured, and ethically governed data resource that empowers researchers to conduct meaningful, evidence-based studies rooted in real-world clinical insights.

Housed within a purpose-built facility at RMU, the Data Centre serves as a cornerstone for academic research, clinical innovation, and educational advancement. It systematically collects, stores, and manages an extensive repository of patient records, enabling faculty, residents, and students to conduct in-depth analyses across a wide range of medical disciplines.

This centralized data resource supports JRMC’s mission in multiple dimensions:

Key functions of the RMU Patient Data Centre include:

Moreover, the centre operates under stringent data governance policies, including a dedicated Plagiarism Policy, Data Management and Protection Policy, and a comprehensive Plan for MS-MD Research, ensuring the integrity, security, and responsible use of all data.

Through this strategic integration, JRMC and the RMU Data Centre are together driving a culture of data-informed inquiry, research excellence, and healthcare innovation—amplifying the university’s impact on both national and global stages.

Number of Patient Records in Each Data Set
Types of Data Available

Statistical Support Services in Collaboration with the Department of Research & Development

The Journal of Rawalpindi Medical College (JRMC), in collaboration with the Department of Research & Development (R&D) at Rawalpindi Medical University, offers comprehensive statistical support to researchers and postgraduate trainees. These services encompass study design consultation, including guidance on methodology, sample size calculation, and appropriate study types; statistical analysis planning, ensuring selection of relevant tests and models aligned with research objectives; and data management support to uphold data accuracy and integrity. The department also conducts training sessions in SPSS and Microsoft Excel/Office 365, enhancing trainees’ data analysis capabilities. Further assistance includes data analysis, interpretation of statistical outcomes, and verification of research data via the RMU Research Dashboard. Regular workshops and seminars, particularly on SPSS and Disease Statistical Reporting (DSR), are also organized for MS/MD trainees. Moreover, the R&D Department actively engages in collaborative research, offering expert statistical input to strengthen interdisciplinary projects and improve the quality of scholarly output.

Types of Statistical Support

Capacity Building Through Research & Medical Writing Workshops

The Journal of Rawalpindi Medical College (JRMC), in collaboration with the Department of Research & Development (R&D) at Rawalpindi Medical University, is committed to fostering a culture of academic excellence and research integrity. To strengthen the research capacity of postgraduate trainees and faculty members, JRMC and R&D jointly organize a series of structured workshops throughout the academic year. These include four workshops each on “Research Methodology” and “Biostatistics & SPSS” and “Medical Writing & Publishing.” Each workshop is designed to be hands-on and interactive, accommodating 20 to 25 participants to ensure individualized attention and practical learning. The sessions cover essential aspects of research design, data analysis, interpretation, and scientific writing, equipping participants with the necessary skills to conduct and disseminate high-quality research. These workshops play a pivotal role in building foundational competencies, promoting evidence-based practice, and enhancing the overall scholarly output of the university.

Research Methodology workshop
Biostatistics & SPSS workshop
Medical Writing and Publishing workshop

JRMC & ORIC

Ongoing Projects

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PhaseProject TitleInvestigator
1PHASE6Nutraceutical Synergy in Multi-morbidity Management: Black Seed supplementation for hypertension, diabetes, knee osteoarthritis, and anxiety - a case reportDr.Asma Umer Khayam, Prof.Dr.Akram Randhawa,Dr Haseeba Tallat
2PHASE6Mapping the oncological landscape: Insights from the oncology care clinic, Rawalpindi Medical University.Dr Asma Umer Khayam, Dr Qaiser Aziz, Prof Dr Umar
3PHASE6Allogenic Stem Cell Transplantation and COVID-19 Antibodies: Mechanistic Insights and Recipient ConcernsUmer, A. , Khayam, A. , Khan, N. , Greene, D. , Habiba, U. and Shamim, S.
4PHASE6Decoding Dengue: A comprehensive analysis of cases at holy family hospital (2019-2023) and anticipating Pakistan’s future dengue dynamics under climate change

Dr.Saira Karimi, Dr Mujeeb, Dr. Naeem, Prof Dr Umar

5PHASE6Magnetic Resonance Cholengio Pancreatography (MRCP) Based Diagnosis of Pancreaticobiliary Disorders: Three Years Study at a Tertiary Care Hospital

Dr.Sadia Ahmed, Prof.Dr. Muhammad Umar, Dr. Nasir Khan, Mehwish Iqbal

6PHASE6A Retrospective Study of Comprehensive Analysis of Clinical Parameters in Chronic Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) Infection

Dr.Asma Umer Khayam, Dr.Saima Ambreen, Prof. Dr. Muhammad Umar

7PHASE6Revealing ferritin's significance: A prognostic marker in COVID-19 at a tertiary care hospital in RawalpindiKehkshan Jabeen1*, Asma Nafisa1, Wafa Omer1, Mehwish Iqbal1,
8PHASE6Host immune players and their response to Hepatitis C therapiesKehkshan Jabeen,Madiha Khlaid, Sajid Mansoor, Ali Zalan, Momina Ejaz, Atika Mansoor, Aneela Javed
9PHASE6CALHM6: Expression Level in SARS-CoV-2 patients and its trend as the infection progresses Ali Zalan, Kehkshan Jabeen , Wajid Hussain, Bushra Khan, Muhammad Umar, & Aneela
10PHASE6Establishment of the Reference Interval of Serum Adenosine Deaminase in the Healthy Adults of Northern Punjab Pakistan Prof. Dr. Wafa Omer
11PHASE6Unraveling the Prevalence of Congenital Hypothyroidism in Neonates: A Multi-Hospital Study in Rawalpindi

Prof. Dr Saima Naz / Dr Hina- Paediatric Endocrinology)

12PHASE6Comparative analysis of CRP and Vitamin D levels:Unreveiling corelations in health parametersDr. Mehwish Iqbal/ Prof.Dr.Wafa
13PHASE5A Clinical Exploration of Black Seed Oil Efficacy in Dermatophytosis: An open-ended Pilot Study.Prof.Dr.Akram Randhawa/ Dr Asma Umer Khayam/Dr Shawana Sharif
14PHASE4Development Of Fluorescence Spectral Fingerprints of Bacterial Clinical Isolates For Their Rapid IdentificationDr. Rabia Anjum/ supervisor-Dr Naeem
15PHASE3Comparing glycemic markers in diabetic patients with iron deficiency glycated albumin versus glycated hemoglobinDr. Asma Nafisa
16PHASE3Effectiveness of pragmatic approach in treating low back pain through real-time data monitoringDr. Muhammad Umar
17PHASE3Environmental Surveillance of Fungi in Intensive Care Units of Tertiary Care Hospital and its Effects on Immunocompromised PatientsDr. Khuzeema Tanveer/ Prof Naeem
18PHASE3Development of fluorescence spectra for Rapid Identification of candida species Isolated from High Vaginal Swabs in Antenatal patientsDr Tehseen Rafaqat
19PHASE3Unraveling the Influence of Calcium Modulators and ROS Treatment on LRIG Expression during Hepatitis B Virus Infection Dr.Kehkshan Jabeen/ Prof.Wafa Omer
20PHASE1Assessing the Anti-hypertensive Interaction between Black Seed and Allopathic Medications: A clinical pilot studyDr Asma Umer Khayam/ Prof.Dr.Akram Randhawa
21PHASE1Surveillance of HAI & AMR in Pakistan through IPC and antimicrobial stewardship Programme collaboration with NIH & RMUDr Afreenish,
22PHASE1Assessment of potential health impacts of drinking water quality on academic institutions of Rawalpindi and IslamabadDr. Muhammad Ansar Ahmad
23PHASE1Investigating the potential synergistic effects of Nigella sativa when used in combination with conventional antidiabetic medicationsDr Shanila
24PHASE1Exploring the relationship between Carcinogenic Heavy metal exposure and Cancer Incidence: A blood based Biomarker study to identify Novel Risk Factors and Potential Therapeutic Targets in Newly Diagnosed Cancer PatientsDr Haq Nawaz
25PHASExAssessment of Medicinal Plant Extract-Loaded Electrospun Nanofibers as Natural Antimicrobial Agents for Enhanced Wound Healing in Burn PatientsDr. Saira Karimi
26PHASExIn Vitro Antifungal Screening of Black Seed Extracts on Dermatophytes Isolated from Clinical samplesDr Asma Umer Khayam/ Prof.Dr.Akram Randhawa
27PHASExMolecular Genetic Studies of Autosomal Recessive Cone-Rod Dystrophies (Blindness)M.A.Faisal Sultan
28PHASExGenetic and clinical studies for early detection of fatal Lafora disease in Pakistani population: A Case ReportDr Amna Noor
29PHASExPre-Post and Epidemic Communication - Strategies to Improve Patient’s Health Care - Surveillance and Tracking System in Pakistan: An Integrated ModelDr. Asif / Dr. MAAF Sultan
30PHASExMulti-Centre epidemiological study on the incidence of hydatid disease in PakistanDr. Imran Yonus
31PHASEx Molecular Assay Development for Rapid Diagnosis of Dengue in PakistanDr Saira Karimi/ Prof. Naeem

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JRMC and ORIC meeting

JRMC's Support for Clinical Trial Unit (CTU) at Rawalpindi Medical University: Advancing Research and Clinical Care

JRMC strongly supports the Clinical Trial Unit (CTU) at Rawalpindi Medical University (RMU) in its mission to enhance clinical research and patient care. The CTU, established with a clear focus on conducting safe, efficient clinical trials, aims to provide scientific mentorship, regulatory guidance, and statistical resources to researchers. JRMC collaborates with the CTU to foster the development and implementation of new treatment interventions, ensuring they meet rigorous standards of human safety and efficacy. Through this partnership, RMU is positioning itself at the forefront of clinical research, providing patients with access to new treatment options, either free of cost or at minimal charges. With the backing of a dedicated team and significant funding, the CTU at RMU is committed to advancing the culture of clinical trials in Pakistan, aligning with international standards for clinical research and contributing to the global healthcare community

Departmental Clinical Trials Data 2024

JRMC Ethical Support by Institutional Review Board RMU

The Institutional Research Forum of RMU was established by Prof Muhammad Umar, the Vice Chancellor of RMU. Since January 2014 all the research activities of RMU and Allied Hospitals and collaborative research is being facilitated.

Institutional Research Forum meeting is held every month to oversee various aspects of research related activities, their quality assurance, ethical approval and appraisal of all the research studies of all cadres and department of RMU. Any researched intended to conduct research project or data collection at our RMU and Allied Hospitals have to get approval from IRF of RMU.

IRF COMPOSITION

VC Prof. Muhammad Umar

Chairman

Prof. Hamama-Tul-BushraKhaar

Co-Chair

Prof. Shagufta Sial

Member

Prof. Shagufta Sial

Member

Prof. Jahangir Sarwar Khan

Member

Prof. Syed Irfan Ahmed

Member

Prof. Naeem Akhtar

Member

Prof. Mohammad Khurram

Member

Prof. Syed Arshad Sabir

Member

Prof. Asad Tameezuddin

Member

Dr. Ahmed Hassan Ashfaq

Member

Dr. Faiza Aslam

Member

Dr. Hina Mehmood

Member

Dr. Abdul Qudoos

Member

Dr. Uzma Hayat

Liaison Officer IREF (Dy.Dir DME)

Dr. Shazia Zeb

Research Coordinator

Mr. Usman Khalil

Member( community rep)

Mr. Mohammad Tariq

Member legal

Member

Mr.Aamir Afzal

Role of JRMC Editorial Board in Research Oversight and Ethical Governance

The Editorial Board of the Journal of Rawalpindi Medical College (JRMC) plays an active role in the Ethical Review Board (ERB)—also known as the Institutional Research Forum (IRF)—and the Board of Advanced Studies and Research (BASAR) at Rawalpindi Medical University. These bodies collectively ensure rigorous ethical oversight and academic quality of all postgraduate research. As part of the ethical review process, postgraduate trainees are required to first obtain departmental approval for their research proposals, followed by submission to the ERB using the official Research Application Proforma. Each proposal undergoes structured peer review, including a formal presentation at the monthly IRF meeting. Upon ethical clearance, the proposal is further reviewed by BASAR. The approval of BASAR is mandatory prior to data collection, ensuring that all research published or supported by JRMC adheres to the highest standards of academic integrity and ethical compliance.

RMU Residency Research Pathway
Board of Advanced Studies and Research (BASAR) Report
Ethical Review Board (ERB) Report

Collaboration for Research and Innovation in Healthcare: JRMC and the Department of AI and Robotics at Rawalpindi Medical University

JRMC actively supports and collaborates with the Department of AI and Robotics at Rawalpindi Medical University to foster research and innovation in the integration of advanced technologies into healthcare. This partnership is focused on equipping medical students with specialized knowledge and hands-on experience in artificial intelligence, robotics, machine learning, and informatics. By seamlessly incorporating AI into medical practice, the department enhances diagnostic accuracy, treatment planning, and patient care, ultimately improving healthcare outcomes. Through ethical AI practices and groundbreaking research, the collaboration aims to drive precision medicine, early disease detection, and personalized treatments, making healthcare more accessible, equitable, and efficient. This strategic alliance between JRMC and the Department of AI is instrumental in transforming Pakistan’s healthcare landscape and preparing future medical professionals to harness the potential of these emerging technologies.

Ongoing Projects

Research Conferences

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Local Collaborations

Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto medical university

Training of postgraduate residents in cardiology and pediatric surgery

Global institute of human development, Islamabad

Professional development courses

Pakistan scientific and technological information center (PASTIC)

Joint ventures for research and training

The Indus hospital

Technical support and development of the pediatric oncology unit at the holy family hospital

Fatima Jinnah Medical University, Lahore

Research Collaboration

Nishtar Medical University Multan

Research as well as academics

Faisalabad Medical University, Faisalabad

Research as well as academics

International Collaborations

University of Liverpool, UK

Global Mental Health Program

The Hull York Medical School, University of York, UK

Medical Education, Population Health, Research, Health Sciences, joint academic programs including MS Clinical Anatomy, MHPE, M.Sc. Clinical Research Methods

National Health Service, Northern Lincolnshire, and Goole, UK

Training of Postgraduate trainees

Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh NHS Foundation Trust, UK

Research Collaboration

Association of Physician of Pakistani Descent of North America (APP NA)

Research Collaboration

John Hopkins School of Public Health, America

Research Collaboration

University of York, UK

Research Collaboration

International Collaborations

Xian Jiaotong University, China

Research, chronic disease prevention and control, maternal and child health, health policy

Georgia State University, USA

Collaboration and research in the field of Infectious Diseases

Digestive Diseases Centre, Beijing Friendship Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing

Research Collaboration

MASHA University, Malaysia (22.3.2019)

Research Collaboration

Department of Microbiology, Dalian Medical University, China.

Research Collaboration

London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (LSHTM)

Research collaboration in order to study and to improve quality of health among the population of Pakistan

Rawalpindi Medical College Alumni Australia & New Zealand

Collaboration of scientific and technical collaboration for theexchange of ideas, skills and techniques on problems of mutual interest

Research Projects on Artificial Intelligence

JRMC

Sustainable Development Goals​ (SDG)

SGD 03 - Good Health and Wealthnes

Rawalpindi Medical University’s campaign and sessions are focused on good health & wellness. These initiatives aim to enhance students’ understanding of the adverse health effects of smoking. The university actively promotes and enforces a smoke-free policy, encouraging students to adhere to it. Smoking Cessation Support campaign assists smokers in quitting using personalized methods that best suit their needs.

SGD 04 - Quality Education

Enhance the knowledge and awareness of a health issue, problem, or potential solution within the target audience.Shape perceptions, beliefs, and attitudes to potentially modify social norms related to the health concern. Prompt proactive action among individuals and communities in addressing the health issue.Demonstrate or illustrate practical, healthy skills that empower individuals to make informed choices.

SGD 05 - Gender Equality

Rawalpindi Medical University, with a total enrollment of 3,755 students, is committed to promoting gender equality in its educational programs. In accordance with the data, here’s a detailed breakdown of the university’s student population, particularly focusing on gender equality. Among these students, 733 women have embarked on their educational journeys this academic year

SGD 13 - Climate Actions

The Clean and Green Initiative of Rawalpindi Medical University is showing its excellence not only just in the field of education but also in horticulture, facilitating environmental improvement. In the wake of the National Plantation Campaign initiated by the government of Pakistan, RMU established a Green Task Force to ensure lush green outfields and plant hundreds of trees.

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Meeting with Medical Editors of Twin Cities
JRMC Website Review and Strategy Meetings
Research Methodology Workshop

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