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ISLAMABAD, Nov 19 (APP):Federal Urdu University of Arts, Science and Technology (FUUAST), Islamabad, in collaboration with Qarshi Foundation setup a free health clinic in its premises for students, faculty members and residents around.
The facility was formally inaugurated on Wednesday by Vice Chancellor (VC) Dr Zabita Khan Shinwari and Qarshi Foundation CEO Adil Saeed Mir, marking a significant step in improving healthcare services at campus for all.
The inauguration ceremony was attended by Campus In-Charge Dr Saba Bashir, Additional Registrar Aleem Raza, heads of various departments, faculty members and administrative staff, who thanked Qarshi Foundation and appreciated the efforts of VC for providing this facility.
Speaking at the ceremony, Vice Chancellor announced that the clinic would serve not only students and faculty but also members of the public during university hours.
He further stated that the purpose of this initiative was to provide a healthy environment during study hours, considering it a valuable gift for the youth who would represent the country in the future.
“Quality healthcare is vital for academic growth and that this long-standing need has now been fulfilled through the Foundation’s support,” he added.
He also noted that a similar facility had already been set up at the university’s Gulshan Campus in Karachi.
He also emphasized the importance of herbal medicine, calling it an effective and affordable treatment option.
He expressed confidence that a clinic would also be established at the Abdul Haq Campus in Karachi.
He thanked Qarshi Foundation for its partnership.
Qarshi Foundation CEO Adil Saeed Mir said the FUUAST has been contributing greatly to national development by educating youth from all segments of society. Providing health services to these students, he added, is an honor for the Foundation.
He confirmed that all clinic staff, including doctors, would be provided by the Foundation.
“The clinic is equipped with essential medicines and will be operated by doctors and paramedical staff provided by Qarshi Foundation,” he assured.