Training and Delivery of Pediatric Surgical Services in Pakistan

Abstract

Pakistan produces world class doctors despite
limitation of resources and lack of a mature
infrastructure in the super specialties. Pediatric
surgery is amongst the rapidly growing specialties
owing to the exponential increase in population.
Training good quality pediatric surgeons in Pakistan
is possible but delivering high quality service in this
field requires a very mature infrastructure. The
College of Physicians and Surgeons of Pakistan
(CPSP) is responsible for organizing and regulating
the training in this specialty. At present, there are 12
institutions that are recognized for MCPS and FCPS
training in Pakistan.
Training
I have been fortunate to train and work in pediatric
surgery between Ireland, UK, New Zealand and the
UAE. I have, therefore, been a trainee, trainer and a
service provider in 4 advanced health care systems.