03/09/2026
Celebrating Research, Academic Excellence & Global Collaboration
Prof. Dr. Saira Afzal, Dean, Institute of Public Health, Government of Punjab, is invited as Guest of Honor at the Annual Research Day of Rahbar Medical & Dental College, where she had the opportunity to witness and appreciate outstanding oral and poster research presentations by emerging healthcare researchers.
Prof. Dr. Saira Afzal is a distinguished academic, researcher, public health leader and international collaborator, with an extensive record of research, teaching and health-system leadership. Her academic journey has been strengthened through collaborations with leading national and international institutions, including Johns Hopkins University, University of Cambridge, Kagoshima University, Japan, Purdue University, Imperial College London and international health organizations including WHO, UNICEF and UK Health Security Agency.
Her research and academic contributions span infectious diseases, disease surveillance, vaccination, public health, health systems, epidemiology and emerging health threats, with a strong emphasis on translating research evidence into practical health policies and improved population health.
With 45,000+ citations, an H-index of 47 and an i10-index of 145, her scholarly profile reflects a sustained contribution to medical and public health research. She has also served in significant academic and editorial roles, including leadership in medical education and research.
Her message to young researchers remains powerful: research is not simply about publishing papers, it is about generating evidence, challenging existing knowledge and transforming that evidence into better healthcare and healthier communities.
Congratulations to Rahbar Medical & Dental College for fostering a culture of scientific inquiry and providing a platform for young researchers to present their work through oral and poster presentations.
Investing in research, nurturing young scientists and strengthening international collaboration are essential for building a healthier and more resilient Pakistan.
