Dow University Hospital has made history by becoming the first public-sector general hospital in Sindh to receive a Regular License from the Sindh Healthcare Commission (SHCC). The hospital successfully fulfilled all prescribed standards of quality, patient safety, and regulatory compliance to achieve this milestone.
License Award Ceremony
The formal license award ceremony took place at the Abdul Qadeer Khan Auditorium, Dow International Medical College, Ojha Campus. The event was attended by Dr Ahsan Qavi, Chief Executive Officer of the Sindh Healthcare Commission; Prof Nazli Hossain, Vice Chancellor of Dow University of Health Sciences (DUHS); Pro Vice Chancellors Prof Jehan Ara Hassan, Prof Sajida Qureshi, and Prof Zahid Azam; along with faculty members, staff of Dow University, and officials of the Sindh Healthcare Commission.
During the ceremony, Dr Ahsan Qavi formally presented the regular license to Prof Jehan Ara Hasan. In his address, Dr Qavi stated that obtaining a healthcare license is not the destination but the beginning of a greater responsibility. He emphasized that the real achievement lies in maintaining and continuously improving quality standards.
Commitment to Quality
Dr Qavi highlighted that licensing is not a process completed overnight; rather, it is a long journey driven by vision, commitment, continuous effort, and an unwavering pursuit of excellence. He stressed the importance of sustaining high standards in healthcare delivery.
Referring to recent reports of HIV transmission allegedly linked to the reuse of syringes at a hospital in Karachi’s SITE area, Dr Qavi remarked that it was difficult to comprehend who was administering used syringes to children. He pointed out that children are generally treated using cannulas, which are designed for single use and cannot be reused.
Significance of the License
This Regular License marks a significant achievement for Dow University Hospital, setting a benchmark for other public-sector hospitals in Sindh. It reflects the hospital's dedication to patient safety and regulatory compliance, ensuring that patients receive high-quality care.
