Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Medical College Lyari
| File:SMBC Lyari Logo.png Logo of Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Medical College Lyari | |
| Motto | "Service, Excellence, Compassion" |
|---|---|
| Type | Public Medical College |
| Established | 2011 |
| Principal | Dr. Ali Raza |
| Location | Lyari, Karachi, Pakistan |
| Campus | Urban |
| Colors | Blue and White |
| Website | Official Website |
Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Medical College Lyari is a public medical college located in the Lyari neighborhood of Karachi, Pakistan. It was established in 2011 and is named after the late Pakistani politician and former Prime Minister, Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto.
History[edit | edit source]
The idea of establishing a medical college in Lyari was conceived to provide quality medical education and healthcare facilities to the underprivileged population of the area. The college was officially inaugurated in 2011 by the then President of Pakistan, Asif Ali Zardari.
Campus[edit | edit source]
The college is situated in the heart of Lyari, one of the oldest and most densely populated areas of Karachi. The campus is spread over a significant area and consists of several buildings housing classrooms, laboratories, libraries, and administrative offices. The college also has a state-of-the-art teaching hospital, named Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Accident & Emergency Centre, which provides medical services to the local community.
Academics[edit | edit source]
Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Medical College Lyari offers undergraduate medical education leading to the degree of Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS). The college follows a comprehensive curriculum approved by the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC). The curriculum includes both theoretical and practical training, with emphasis on clinical skills development.
Admissions[edit | edit source]
Admission to Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Medical College Lyari is highly competitive and is based on the entrance test conducted by the provincial government. The college follows a merit-based admission policy, with seats allocated to candidates based on their performance in the entrance test.
Notable Alumni[edit | edit source]
- Dr. Ayesha Farooq - The first female fighter pilot of the Pakistan Air Force.
- Dr. Abdul Bari Khan - CEO of Indus Hospital, Karachi.
References[edit | edit source]
External links[edit | edit source]
- Official Website
- Official Facebook Page
- Need help finding a doctor or specialist anywhere in the world? WikiMD's DocFinder can help with millions of doctors!
| This article is a stub. Help WikiMD grow by registering to expand it. |
Navigation: Wellness - Encyclopedia - Health topics - Disease Index - Drugs - World Directory - Gray's Anatomy - Keto diet - Recipes
Search WikiMD
Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro) available.
Advertise on WikiMD
WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD
