In pursuance of the Letter No: CK/AC(HQ)D.B/2023-99 dated June 13, 2023 issued by the Commissioner, Karachi Division, Faculty/Staff and Students of Sohail University and JMDC Basic Medical Sciences (only) will observe OFF tomorrow June 14, 2023 and all academic activities and examinations will remain suspended in view of the high weather alert issued by the Pakistan Meteorological Department. New dates for exams will be announced later. The Clinical Faculty of S M Sohail Hospital shall continue to perform its duties as per their roster. This NOTICE is being issued with the APPROVAL of the competent Authority for compliance. REGISTRAR
Jinnah Medical & Dental College organized workshop on 10th March 2020 on Neonatal Resuscitation. More than 30 participants including doctors & staff were participated in the event. JMDC, Head of Pediatric Department, Professor S.M Inkisar Ali while emphasized the importance of event said that timely and effective neonatal resuscitation cannot be over emphasized. Globally, around 4 million neonatal deaths occur every year, out of these more than a million new born die on their first day of life. Furthermore, 93% of deaths occur in low and middle income countries including Pakistan. About 25% of all neonatal deaths are caused by birth asphyxia, he added. He also emphasized that birth asphyxia can be effectively treated to a very large extent with timely resuscitation of new born and failure to do so will result in mortality and long-term neuro developmental disability. Professor Inkisar praised Services of Senior Pediatrician Dr. Habiba Hassan. Dr. Habiba thanked J.M.C.H and presented review on the subject. At the end of event, Q&A’s session was conducted and certificates were distributed among participants and facilitators. 10-March-2020
