Medical Teaching Institution Bannu

Visit of Chairman of Board of Governors of MTI Bannu
2025-04-12 09:30 - 11:00 (Asia/Karachi)
Chairman of the Board of Governors, Professor Dr. Saeedullah Shah, visited Khalifa Gul Nawaz Teaching Hospital, where he participated in various meetings with the faculty, newly appointed registrars, TMO (Trauma Medical Officers), Medical Officers, and House Officers.
In his address during these meetings, Professor Dr. Saeedullah Shah stated that the primary objective of his visit was to assess and review the academic and clinical services within the institution. He emphasized that particular attention was being paid to whether the recently appointed clinical staff were receiving professional training and development, and whether patients were receiving standard medical facilities.

Chairman, Professor Dr. Saeed Ullah Shah's Vision for "Theme 2027" at MTI Bannu
2025-04-11 09:00 - 12:00 (Asia/Karachi)
Chairman, Board of Governors, Prof. Dr. Saeed Ullah Shah, visited Bannu Medical College and MTI Bannu hospitals. He reviewed the arrangements made for patients, students, and staff, as well as developmental projects.

Dean Professor Dr. Sanaullah Khan, Hospital Director Dr. Ahmad Faraz, Medical Director Professor Dr. Mohammad Iqbal, Director of Acute Emergency Services Assistant Professor Dr. Khalid Naseem, and other relevant officials briefed him about the arrangements.
The “Theme 2027” has been launched to improve health services in MTI Bannu hospitals. The Board of Governors of MTI Bannu has officially initiated “Theme 2027” for the provision of standard health facilities and institutional development. This theme includes both short-term and long-term projects for Bannu Medical College and the three hospitals under MTI, aiming to ensure modern and effective medical services in line with international standards.
During his visit to Bannu, Chairman of the Board of Governors of MTI Bannu, Professor Dr. Saeed Ullah Shah, informed media representatives that Khalifa Gul Nawaz Teaching Hospital, District Headquarters Hospital, and Women and Child Hospital are providing medical facilities not only to Bannu but also to neighboring districts and patients coming from Afghanistan. Several revolutionary measures have been taken in these institutions in a short period, and their positive impacts are clearly visible.
He mentioned that before laying the foundation of “Theme 2027,” economic, clinical, and institutional audits were conducted in all three hospitals and Bannu Medical College to improve services according to international standards. Based on this audit, short-term and long-term projects have been designed, which are currently in progress, and it is expected that by 2027, a revolutionary change in the health sector will occur.
He further mentioned that “Theme 2027” includes several important projects, such as the establishment of a cath lab in teaching hospitals, a comprehensive rehabilitation center, College of Nursing, Institute of Medical Technology, MRI, CT scan, solarization of all three hospitals, and other developmental initiatives. The completion of these projects will not only lead to significant improvements in medical facilities but will also restore patients’ confidence.

Secretary of Health, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Shahid Ullah Khan Visit to MTI Bannu.
2025-02-27 09:30 - 14:30 (Asia/Karachi)
Secretary of Health Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Shahidullah Khan, visited the MTI Bannu Hospitals, where the MTI Bannu leadership provided a detailed briefing.
Secretary of Health Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Shahid visited the three hospitals, namely Khalifa Gul Nawaz Teaching Hospital, District Headquarters Hospital, and the Women and Children Teaching Hospital Bannu, where he thoroughly reviewed all departments.
The leadership of MTI Bannu, including Medical Director Professor Dr. Muhammad Iqbal, Hospital Director Dr. Ahmad Faraz, Additional Hospital Directors of District Headquarters and Women and Children Hospitals, Dr. Muhammad Nauman and Dr. Waheed Gul, Finance Director Altaf ur Rahman, Nursing Director Zaifa Gul, and Works Director Ehsan Ullah Khan, provided him with detailed briefings regarding hospital arrangements, requirements, construction work, funding shortages, resources, and plans to enhance capacity.

Inauguration of Modern Pediatric Emergency at Khalifa Gul Nawaz Teaching Hospital
2025-02-26 09:00 - 14:00 (Asia/Karachi)
Newly established Pediatric Emergency at Khalifa Gul Nawaz Teaching Hospital has been officially inaugurated.
The ribbon-cutting ceremony was held in the presence of the Chairman of the Board of Governors , Professor Dr. Saeed Ullah Shah, along with BOG member Shab Niaz Khan and the in-charge of Pediatric Emergency, Assistant Professor Dr. Khalid Naseem.
A specialized modern Pediatric Emergency Unit has been set up in the hospital’s emergency department, aimed at providing immediate and quality medical facilities for newborns and young patients. This unit is equipped with advanced medical instruments, specialized pediatric monitoring systems, a separate triage system for newborns, and advanced life support facilities, including a High Dependency Unit (HDU).

Lecture on Faculty Development at Khalifa Gul Nawaz Teaching Hospital, MTI Bannu
2025-02-14 10:00 - 12:30 (Asia/Karachi)
Khalifa Gul Nawaz Hospital in Bannu organized a lecture on the topic of Faculty Development for the faculty of teaching hospitals of Bannu Medical College.
Teachers are the backbone of any educational institution, and their continuous professional development is essential for the betterment of the institution. With this aim in mind, a special lecture was held at Khalifa Gul Nawaz Hospital MTI Bannu, where Professor Dr. Farmaanullah, a member of the Board of Governors (BOG), addressed the faculty members. The session was attended by a large number of faculty members, including Dean Bannu Medical College Prof. Dr. Sanaullah and Medical Director Prof. Dr. Muhammad Iqbal.

Empowering Staff for Safety: Fire Prevention and Firefighting Training at Khalifa Gul Nawaz Teaching Hospital
2025-02-08 10:00 - 11:00 (Asia/Karachi)
Training session on fire prevention and firefighting organized for the staff of Khalifa Gul Nawaz Teaching Hospital, under the auspices of the Human Resources Department. The session targeted workers from the work department, security guards, Class IV employees, ward attendants, and other technical staff. The trainers for this session were HR Officer Abdul Shafa and Adnan Wazir.
The aim of this session was to equip employees with the necessary skills and knowledge to prevent damage in the event of a fire and to respond effectively in emergencies. Through practical demonstrations and interactive sessions, participants were trained on how to identify fire hazards, implement precautionary measures, and apply appropriate firefighting techniques.

Training session organized at Khalifa Gul Nawaz Teaching Hospital under the supervision of Quality & Clinical Governance Department
2025-01-13 12:00 - 14:00 (Asia/Karachi)
Training session organized at Khalifa Gul Nawaz Teaching Hospital under the supervision of Quality & Clinical Governance Department.

The purpose of this session is to educate clinical, non-clinical, and other staff on how to protect and save their lives medically. This training session provided training in all necessary skills to secure and save lives according to medical principles.
This training session organized for Pediatrics department of Khalifa Gul Nawaz Teaching Hospital and Women & Children Hospital. The training session was conducted by Dr. Yasmeen Husain, an emergency consultant from Britain.

Members of Board of Governors, Prof. Dr. Farman Ullah and Shab Niaz Khan, visited the District Headquarters Teaching Hospital MTI Bannu
2025-01-08 09:30 - 10:00 (Asia/Karachi)
Members of the Board of Governors, Prof. Dr. Furman Ullah and Shab Niaz Khan, visited the District Headquarters Hospital MTI Bannu
During this visit, the leadership and administrative officers of MTI Bannu provided them with detailed briefings and information regarding various departments of hospital.
The purpose of the visit was not only to review ongoing development projects but also to examine the medical facilities provided to patients and to exchange recommendations with the administrative staff and department heads of MTI Bannu to make these services more effective.

On this occasion, the Medical Director, Prof. Dr. Muhammad Iqbal, Hospital Director Dr. Ahmed Faraz, Additional Hospital Director Dr. Muhammad Nauman, and other relevant officers shed light on the current situation of the hospital, ongoing projects, and services provided to patients. Clinical and non-clinical department heads were also present.

Visit of Member Board of Governors, Prof. Dr. Farman Ullah to Khalifa Gul Nawaz Teaching Hospital
2025-01-07 10:00 - 11:30 (Asia/Karachi)
Visit of Memember Board of Governors, Prof. Dr. Farman Ullah to Khalifa Gul Nawaz Teaching Hospital, where he met with the administrative staff of MTI Bannu, and heads of various departments.
The primary purpose of tour was to assess ongoing progress in providing facilities to patients and improving health services further. Medical Director, Prof. Dr. Muhammad Iqbal, and Hospital Director, Dr. Ahmad Faraz, provided detailed briefings on administrative matters and medical facilities in hospitals.

Member Board of Governors, Shab Niaz Khan, visited Khalifa Gul Nawaz Teaching Hospital.
2025-01-01 10:00 - 11:30 (Asia/Karachi)
Member Board of Governors, Shab Niaz Khan, visited the Khalifa Gul Nawaz Teaching Hospital, where he met with the leadership of MTI Bannu, administration, and heads of various departments.
The main purpose of the visit was to review ongoing development projects, as well as to assess the facilities provided to patients. Hospital Director Dr. Ahmad Faraz briefed him in detail on administrative matters and medical facilities in the hospitals.

Shab Niaz Khan expressed satisfaction with the progress of Khalifa Gul Nawaz Teaching Hospital and the tireless efforts of the hospital management and staff.
On this occasion, Member BOG Shab Niaz Khan assured that these development projects will not only facilitate patient care but will also assist the institution in achieving the latest standards.

Member of Board of Governors, Shab Niaz Khan, visited DHQ Hospital & met with injured police officers in the blast
2024-12-31 08:30 - 09:00 UTC
Member of Board of Governors, Shab Niaz Khan, visited DHQ Hospital & met with injured police officers in the blast.
The hospital administration briefed the injured police officers in a timely manner and provided them with available facilities, They met with the injured officers and their families, boosted their morale, and assured to provide all possible assistance. They instructed the hospital staff to bring all necessary resources for the treatment of the injured and to provide them with all possible medical facilities.

Member of the Board of Governors, Shab Niaz Khan, visited MTI Bannu
2024-12-30 08:00 - 17:00 (Asia/Karachi)
Member of the Board of Governors, Shab Niaz Khan, visited MTI Bannu hospitals and met with the heads and administrative officers.
Today, the member of Board of Governors, Shab Niaz Khan, arrived at the District Headquarters and Women and Children Teaching Hospital for a one-day introductory visit where he was welcomed by the administration and staff.

Christmas ceremony organized at Khalifa Gul Nawaz Teaching Hospital
2024-12-24 09:30 - 10:00 (Asia/Karachi)
A ceremony was organized at Khalifa Gul Nawaz Teaching Hospital in Bannu to celebrate Christmas Day under the auspices of the Christian community. The hospital administration participated fully in the ceremony and shared moments of joy with the Christian community.

Hospital Director Dr. Ahmad Faraz specially attended the ceremony, offered Christmas greetings to the Christian community, and cut a cake. In his address, he said that Christmas is a message of love, peace, and brotherhood, and we need to strengthen mutual respect and unity on this occasion.

Training" Critical Emergencies Practices" for new inducted Casualty Medical Officers
2024-12-10 09:30 - 11:30 (Asia/Karachi)
The Critical Emergency Practice Workshop was held at Khalifa Gul Nawaz Teaching Hospital Bannu’s Library Hall for new Chief Medical Officers (CMOs). The purpose of this session was to familiarize CMO doctors with critical emergency practices, acquaint them with hospital procedures, and update them on how to deal with the hospital’s challenges. The orientation session included various presentations.
Discussions were also held on defining the roles and responsibilities of CMOs, which helped in understanding their roles and duties in providing quality healthcare services to patients. The importance of maintaining a respectful and harmonious environment for all hospital staff was highlighted.
Speakers:
Prof. Dr Sana ullah (Dean/CEO MTI Bannu)
Prof. Dr. Muhammad iqbal ( Medical Director)
Prof. Dr. Abdul Razaq ( HOD Medicines)
Prof . Dr. Muhammad Nadeem ( HOD Cardiology)
Prof. Abdul Ghafoor( HOD Surgery)
Assistant prof.Dr Sami ullah wazir ( Medicines)
Assistant Prof. Dr. Khalid Naseem ( Cardiology)
Assistant Prof Dr. Rafiq Khan (Paeds Medicines)

World Radiology Day- Celeberation at Khalifa Gul Nawaz Teaching Hospital
2024-11-08 09:00 - 10:30 (Asia/Karachi)
An event organized at the Radiology Department of Khalifa Gul Nawaz Teaching Hospital MTI Bannu to celebrate “World Radiology Day.”

Dr. Hameedullah informed the participants about the significance and importance of this day. The event was attended by the Radiology Department staff, along with Medical Director Professor Dr. Muhammad Iqbal, Nursing Director Zaifa Gul, Finance Director Altaf ur Rehman, paramedics, and other staff members.
The event concluded with a cake-cutting ceremony.

Training Session on ICU Invasive Monitoring at Khalifa Gul Nawaz Teaching Hospital, MTI Bannu
2024-10-28 08:00 - 17:00 (Asia/Karachi)
An important training session was held under Nursing Department at Khalifa Gul Nawaz Teaching Hospital, MTI Bannu.
The session, supervised by Nursing Director Zaifa Gul, was attended by staff nurses and nursing students from the hospital. The primary goal was to educate the nursing staff on modern ICU monitoring techniques and enhance their skills, enabling them to provide high-quality care even in critical situations.
During the session, Nursing Director Zaifa Gul and ICU In-charge Adnan explained the principles, various methods, and potential complications of invasive monitoring. They also highlighted key points on setting up and maintaining invasive monitoring equipment, as well as troubleshooting in emergency situations.

Visit of Chairman Board of Governors, Prof.Dr. Saeedullah Shah to MTI Bannu
2024-10-19 09:00 - 14:00 (Asia/Karachi)
Chairman Board of Governors, Prof. Dr. Saeedullah Shah, visited Bannu Medical College and MTI Bannu hospitals on 19th October, 2024.
He held a detailed meeting with executives, faculty members and parliamentarians and politicians of district Bannu. During the meeting, the ongoing projects of MTI Bannu were discussed. The chairman stressed upon completion of the underconstruction 175 beds building to cope with the shortage of beds for patients. He requested the delegation to take up the case with Minister Health to arrange funds for completion of the building. He added that establishment of cath-lab, installation of new MRI, Dialysis center, Cardiometabolic centre, & internal hostels for students of BMC are his periorities.

The Leadership Resumed Operations in Teaching Hospitals, MTI Bannu
2024-10-14 08:00 - 17:00 (Asia/Karachi)
The leadership of MTI Bannu has officially resumed operations in teaching hospitals.

Dean of Bannu Medical College, Professor Dr. Sanaullah; Hospital Director, Dr. Ahmad Faraz; Medical Director, Professor Dr. Muhammad Iqbal; and Additional Hospital Directors, Assistant Professor Dr. Muhammad Nouman and Dr. Waheed Gul have taken charge of their respective positions.
Today, they visited various departments and received briefings from department heads.

"World Pharmacists Day" organized at Khalifa Gul Nawaz Teaching Hospital, MTI Bannu
2024-09-25 09:00 - 10:30 (Asia/Karachi)
The event was graced by the presence of several distinguished individuals, including Hospital Director Professor Dr. Muhammad Akram, Medical Director Dr. Rafiq Ahmed, Professor Dr. Sanaullah, Professor Dr. Muhammad Nadeem Khan, Professor Dr. Alamzeb Dawar, Professor Dr. Haris Hameed, Nursing Director Zaifa Gul, Finance Director Altaf ur Rehman, Quality & Patient Safety Manager Attiq ur Rehman, along with the pharmacy staff and hospital employees.

The ceremony began with a recitation of the Holy Quran. Chief Pharmacist Hayatullah Khan Wazir initiated the session by highlighting the importance of celebrating World Pharmacists Day, which is observed on September 25th globally. He emphasized the crucial role that pharmacists play in ensuring the health and well-being of people. He further stressed the need for pharmacists to provide complete guidance to patients about medications, so they not only purchase the correct medicine but also understand its proper usage.
Hospital Director Professor Dr. Muhammad Akram, addressing the ceremony, stated that pharmacists are responsible individuals who serve as a bridge between doctors and patients. They play a trustworthy role by ensuring the timely delivery of the right medications and providing full information about their use to patients.
On this occasion, Nursing Director Zaifa Gul remarked that the pharmacist’s job is vital, as they use their expertise to inform patients about the potential risks and effects of medications. This day encourages pharmacists worldwide to continue their work with passion and dedication, helping patients understand the benefits and effects of their prescribed treatments.

Nursing Advisory Board Meeting under the Leadership of Nursing Director Zaheefa Gul, MTI Bannu
2024-09-24 10:00 - 12:00 (Asia/Karachi)
In a meeting of the Nursing Advising Board at MTI Bannu, led by Nursing Director Zaeefa Gul.

Director Gul highlighted the significance of a standardized uniform for nursing staff, emphasizing its role in establishing a professional identity, discipline, and trust among patients.
The meeting also stressed the continuous improvement of nursing care standards to ensure the health and welfare of patients.

Chairman of MTI Bannu Inaugurated New Gynecology Ward at Women and Children Teaching Hospital, MTI Bannu
2024-09-17 10:00 - 11:30 (Asia/Karachi)
Chairman of the Board of Governors, Abdul Rauf Khan, visited the Women and Children Hospital Bannu and inaugurated a new 20-bed gynecology ward aimed at enhancing patient care for women.

During the visit, he reviewed hospital facilities and announced new hostels for doctors, plans for modernizing diagnostic systems, and solar energy solutions to improve hospital services. Key board members and hospital staff were present for the occasion.

Newly Appointed Medical Director of MTI Bannu, Dr. Rafiq Ahmed, Reviews Hospital Departments and Facilities
2024-09-16 09:00 - 10:00 (Asia/Karachi)
The newly appointed Medical Director of MTI Bannu, Dr. Rafiq Ahmed, visited various departments of the hospital to review the arrangements.

Dr. Rafiq Ahmed, Associate Professor and the newly appointed Medical Director of MTI Bannu, toured different departments of the hospital. The purpose of this visit was to assess the overall performance of the hospital and inspect the facilities being provided to patients. During the visit, the heads of various departments gave him detailed briefings and informed him about the ongoing services and challenges in their departments.
Professor Dr. Rafiq Ahmed emphasized the need for different measures to further improve the hospital’s performance and instructed the staff to ensure no negligence in patient care. He also stressed that the ongoing development work in the hospital should be completed soon to provide better facilities to the public.

Celebration of Independence Day on August 14, held at Khalifa Gul Nawaz Teaching Hospital, MTI Bannu
2024-08-14 09:00 - 10:30 (Asia/Karachi)
On the occasion of Independence Day on August 14, celebrations were held at Khalifa Gul Nawaz Hospital in Bannu. A flag hoisting ceremony and cake cutting ceremony were organized at the hospital.
A ceremony was held in honor of Independence Day under the leadership of Hospital Director Professor Dr. Muhammad Akram, in which Professor Dr. Muhammad Nadeem, Director of Nursing Zaifa Gul, Secretary Board of Governors Abdul Ayaz Khan, Assistant HR Mazharullah, Security Officer Laiq Rahman, and other hospital staff participated in large numbers.

The ceremony, held in connection with Independence Day, included flag hoisting and cake cutting. The hospital security team presented a march past parade in the sound of the national anthem and also greeted the attendees.
During the event, Hospital Director Professor Dr. Muhammad Akram and Nursing Director Zaifa Gul addressed the ceremony, shedding light on the significance of this day and the values it represents.
Later, an awareness walk was also announced in connection with this day to create enthusiasm among the citizens, especially the hospital staff, about the blessings of freedom and the importance of reflecting on its significance.

Deputy Commissioner Bannu visited Khalifa Gul Nawaz Teaching Hospital on the first day of Eid al-Adha
2024-06-17 09:00 - 11:00 (Asia/Karachi)
Deputy Commissioner Bannu visited Khalifa Gul Nawaz Teaching Hospital on the first day of Eid al-Adha with Hospital Director Professor Dr. Muhammad Akram and Medical Director Professor Dr. Atta Ullah.

He reviewed the arrangements made for the patients in the hospital, congratulated the patients and staff, distributed sweets, inquired about the well-being of the patients, and ensured that the arrangements were satisfactory.

Training workshop on the subject of Basic Life Support (BLS) / Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) was organized at Khalifa Gul Nawaz Teaching Hospital.
2024-06-12 08:00 - 11:30 (Asia/Karachi)
Training workshop on the subject of Basic Life Support (BLS) / Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) was organized at Khalifa Gul Nawaz Teaching Hospital MTI Bannu.

The workshop was attended by medical officers, house officers, nurses, and students from the college who were trained on the mentioned subjects.
The participants of the training session were briefed on the important principles of BLS and ACLS by Medical Director Professor Dr. Attaullah, Professor Dr. Muhammad Nadeem of the Cardiology department, and Assistant Professor Dr. Khalid Naseem, which included diagnosis, timely medical assistance, and CPR practical exercises. Detailed lectures were given through practical exercises in the workshop.
At the end of the session, Hospital Director Professor Dr. Muhammad Akram distributed certificates among the participants.

Boad of Governors, members Abidullah Khan and Attaullah Khan visited DHQ Hospital Bannu.
2024-06-04 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Boad of Governors, members Abid Ullah Khan and Atta Ullah Khan visited DHQ Hospital Bannu.

BoG members Abid Ullah Khan and Atta Ullah Khan visited the District Headquarters Hospital Bannu as per routine and conducted an assessment of arrangements in various departments. Abidullah Khan and Atta Ullah Khan also conducted a detailed assessment of various wards including OPDs, ICU, CCU, OT, Radiology, etc. at District Headquarters Hospital. They expressed satisfaction over the attendance of all doctors, consultants, paramedics, nurses, technicians, and other staff as per routine. Later, Additional Medical Director Dr. Muhammad Arifan Wazir and other department officials also gave a detailed briefing.

Distribution of certificates for Critical Care Patient and ICU Workshop
2024-06-01 09:00 - 11:30 (Asia/Karachi)
Distribution of certificates for Critical Care Patient and ICU Workshop
A Critical Care Patient & ICU Workshop was held under the supervision of the Human Resource department at Khalifa Gul Nawaz Hospital Bannu , MTI Bannu. Hospital Director Professor Dr. Muhammad Akram distributed certificates to the participants. House officers, nurses, paramedics, and other participants were honored with prestigious certificates in the Director’s office.

Board of Governor member Abid Allah Khan visited Women & Children Teaching Hospital Bannu
2024-05-29 11:00 - 12:00 (Asia/Karachi)
Board of Governor member Abid Ullah Khan visited Women & Children Teaching Hospital Bannu.

BOG member Abid Ullah Khan visited various departments of the hospital and reviewed the arrangements. Hospital Director Professor Dr. Muhammad Akram and Additional Hospital Director Dr. Wahid Gul briefed BOG member Abid Ullah Khan in detail about the hospital affairs. He expressed satisfaction over the progress of Women & Children Teaching Hospital, hospital management, and the efforts of the staff.
He emphasized on the BOG’s commitment to providing exceptional healthcare services to the community and applauded the ongoing initiatives to enhance the hospital’s basic infrastructure. He further said that with the dedication and determination of the hospital’s management, staff, and the guidance of the Board of Governors, Women & Children Teaching Hospital is continuously striving to provide quality healthcare services.

Hospital Director Prof. Dr. Muhammad Akram visited Khalifa Gul Nawaz Teaching Hospital.
2024-05-21 11:00 - 14:30 (Asia/Karachi)
Hospital Director Prof. Dr. Muhammad Akram visited Khalifa Gul Nawaz Teaching Hospital.

He conducted a review of arrangements in various departments, including the general store, medical store, and record room. He checked the quality and quantity of the current stock in order to ensure that there are no disruptions in providing any facilities to patients.
The heads of the relevant departments briefed the hospital director in detail on the items and other necessary objects present at the time.

World Hypertension Day, an event was organized at Bannu Medical College, MTI Bannu
2024-05-17 11:00 - 14:00 (Asia/Karachi)
World Hypertension Day, an event was organized at Bannu Medical College to raise awareness about high blood pressure.

The event was organized by the Pakistan Cardiology Association Bannu Wing and the BMS Social Welfare Society. Expert doctors from the Pakistan Cardiology Association Bannu gave detailed lectures to students and participants under the supervision of Professor Dr. Muhammad Nadeem.
The event was attended by special guest Dean/CEO of Bannu Medical College, Professor Dr. Dost Muhammad. The session started with Professor Dr. Muhammad Nadeem introducing the event and highlighting the dangers of hypertension, which can lead to heart disease, stroke, and other serious conditions.
