SIUT appointed Dr Azhar Rashid as Chief of Oncology Services across its cancer care network in Karachi and Sukkur

SIUT Appoints Dr Azhar Rashid as Chief of Oncology Services Across Its Cancer Care Network in Karachi and Sukkur

SIUT has appointed Dr Azhar Rashid as Chief of Oncology Services, strengthening its medical and radiation services across its cancer care network in Karachi and Sukkur.

Published September 06, 2026 | 08:10 PM (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 6th Sep, 2026)

Dr Rashid, an experienced clinical and radiation oncologist, holds expertise in:

  • Medical oncology
  • Radiation oncology
  • Stereotactic radiosurgery

He possesses an MSc. in Oncology from the University of Nottingham, UK and is an FCPS qualified oncologist.

In his new role, Dr Rashid will oversee SIUT’s medical and radiation oncology services across its cancer service line, encompassing facilities from Karachi to Sukkur. He will primarily be based at the Mehrunnisa Medical Complex in Karachi.

With his experience in diverse oncology areas, Dr Rashid will contribute to the continued development of cancer treatment services at SIUT while upholding the institution’s commitment to providing quality healthcare free of cost, with dignity and without discrimination.