QAU Marks World Pharmacists Day
ISLAMABAD, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - September 26, 2026) The Department of Pharmacy at Quaid-i-Azam University (QAU) organized a ceremony to commemorate World Pharmacists Day 2026, highlighting the crucial contribution of pharmacists to patient care and improved healthcare outcomes.
The event, held under the theme “Empowering Pharmacists for a Healthier Future,” brought together faculty members, pharmacy professionals, students, and distinguished guests.
Attending the ceremony were:
- Prof. Dr. Zafar Nawaz Jaspal, Vice Chancellor QAU
- Prof. Dr. Riffat Naseem Malik, Dean, Faculty of Biological Sciences
- Dr. Mohsin Malik, Director Pharmacy, Quaid-i-Azam International Hospital, Islamabad
- Sardar Shabbir Ahmed, Secretary, Quality Control board, Islamabad, and Member Pharmacy Council of Pakistan
- Amber Basharat, Mansoor Latif, an ex-Quaidian, and Gul Zaib Khan, Drug Inspector, Islamabad
Speakers and participants acknowledged the dedication of pharmacists and emphasized their evolving role in healthcare delivery, patient safety, and enhancing treatment outcomes. The event also provided a platform for students, academics, and professionals to exchange views on the future of the pharmacy profession and the need to further strengthen its contribution to the healthcare system.