The Department of Breast Surgery at Madina Teaching Hospital, in collaboration with the Madina Breast Cancer Society, organized the “Fundamentals of Oncoplastic Breast Surgery Course” at the University Medical & Dental College, The University of Faisalabad, on October 6, 2025. This was the first hands-on course on oncoplastic fundamentals in Pakistan and successfully brought together 22 participants from 8 cities across the country.
This pioneering course aimed to equip trainees and junior consultants with essential skills in oncoplastic breast surgery, covering fundamental principles. The curriculum included a wide range of topics—from basic principles and markings to advanced techniques in oncoplastic breast surgery.
Prof. Dr. Saira Saleem, Head of the Department of Breast Surgery at Madina Teaching Hospital, served as the course director and organizer. With UK-based training and pioneering experience in this innovative field in Pakistan, she led the course alongside a distinguished faculty. The teaching team included nationally and internationally renowned breast surgeons such as Ms. Laura Arthur from Scotland, Dr. Asad Parvez from Peterborough, UK, Dr. Huma Majeed Khan (Head of the Breast Surgery Department at Ittefaq Hospital, Lahore), and Dr. Erum Najeeb from PIMS. They shared advanced skills and strategies, enabling participants to enhance their surgical expertise.
Participants from various cities across Pakistan gained a deeper understanding of oncoplastic breast surgery and learned the importance of precise markings and techniques in achieving optimal outcomes. The hands-on training component of the course provided participants with the opportunity to practice and refine fundamental skills in a supportive environment.
The Guest of Honor, Brig. Dr. Mujahid Zulfiqar—a distinguished thoracic surgeon and Head of the Surgical Department at CMH Lahore—highly appreciated the course and its impact on training surgeons in modern breast surgery techniques.
Prof. Dr. Muhammad Akram Malik, Principal of UMDC, and Prof. Dr. Shirza Nadeem, Vice Principal of UMDC, distributed souvenirs and certificates to the facilitators and successful course participants. The success of this course marks a significant milestone in promoting oncoplastic breast surgery in Pakistan. Future iterations can build upon this strong foundation, further enhancing surgical skills and contributing to improved patient care.
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