Oncology

Introduction of Oncology department:

–       One of the largest oncology services in Pakistan, delivering a holistic, patient-centred continuum of care that spans prevention, early detection, cure, and rehabilitation.

–       Extending our impact beyond clinical treatment by spreading community-wide cancer awareness and driving the continuous professional development (CPD) of the oncology community.

–       Blending cutting-edge medical expertise with deep empathy to navigate patients and their families through every stage of the cancer journey, reinforced by dedicated psychological support.

Core Expertise & Clinical Interests: She has special interest in treating breast cancer, gynecological malignancies, and hematological malignancies. She has ensured the development and implementation of Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) clinics at FFH to ensure collaborative, comprehensive, and holistic patient care.

Academic Leadership & Capacity Building: Worked tirelessly to secure official accreditation and recognition for the FFH Oncology Department as a premier centre for postgraduate residency training. Currently serves as the Secretary of the Faculty of Medical Oncology at the College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan (CPSP). Frequently conducts institutional workshops focused on human resource development and training healthcare professionals across various organizations

Mass Awareness Campaigns: Highly passionate about cancer prevention, public education, and early detection. She regularly conducts seminars, delivers guest lectures, and participates in mainstream television programs to drive public health literacy. Served as an active member of the prestigious “First Lady – Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign,” championing early screening for women nationwide.

Core Clinical Services:

·         Outdoor and indoor patient facility

·         Advanced day care chemotherapy centre

·         Chemotherapy

·         Immunotherapy

·         Targeted therapy

·         Daycare infusion

·         Tumor board

·         Psychological support of patients

Emergency & Procedures Offered:

·         Management of

o   All solid tumors

o   One of the few services for management of haematological malignancies

o   Management of all Oncological emergencies

·         Procedures

o   Administering chemotherapy to patient according to accepted protocols:

o   Bone Marrow Aspiration and/or Trephine Biopsy

o   Administering Intra-thecal Therapy

o   Administering Intra-vesical Chemotherapy

o   Chemotherapy Orders (IV and Oral)

o   Therapeutic thoracocentesis

o   Intra-thecal chemotherapies

o   Therapeutic paracentesis

Identification of specialized/ flagship services distinguishing FFH from other health care facilities

·         Comprehensive One stop provision of Oncology services

·         Dedicated day care chemotherapy centre

·         Holistic, patient centred approach

·         Patients’ education & Psychological support team

·         Multidisciplinary Team management of all the cases

·         Conducive learning-oriented environment focusing on knowledge, skills as well as attitude of trainees and doctors

Details of diagnostic, intervention and therapeutic facilities available

Fauji foundation is a tertiary care hospital with wide range of services available.

·         Comprehensive Imaging Backup

·         Advanced Laboratory & Diagnostics

·         Dedicated Blood Bank

·         Airway Support & Management

·         Nutritional Rehabilitation

·         24/7 Emergency Care

Details of Unique Capabilities & Recent Enhancements

·         Standardized Evidence-Based Clinical Protocols: Updating chemotherapy regimens to maintain strict alignment with international guidelines.

·         AdvancedMultidisciplinary Care: Expanding site-specific MDTs to ensure collaborative and comprehensive patient management.

·         Community Outreach & Advocacy: Driving public awareness through targeted cancer campaigns and global health day observations.

·         Contnuous Medical Education (CME): Hosting regular academic symposia and seminars in collaboration with regional institutions.

·         Clinical Research & Academic Contributions: Advancing oncological science through consistent publications in high-impact journals.

·         Structured Medical Training: Implementing modular, area-specific curricula with regular formative assessments.

·         Hollistic Professional Development: Nurturing vital soft skills focusing on medical ethics, empathetic counseling, clinical communication, leadership, & presentation skills.

Team Members:

·         Professor & Head of Department

o   Prof Dr. Fauzia Abdus Samad

o   MBBS, MCPS (Med), FCPS (MedOnc), MHPE, CODE, SCE (MedOnc, UK)

·         Senior Registrar

o   Dr Aalia Mushtaq Chaudhary

o   MBBS, FCPS (MedOnc)

·         Registrar

o   Dr Rimsha Zahid

o   MBBS, FCPS (MedOnc), SCE (MedOnc)