AKUH is a not-for-profit healthcare system with 5 hospitals and 300+ labs in 130+ cities in Pakistan.
The Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH) in Karachi is a private, not for profit, university hospital, focused on delivering the highest quality health care in Pakistan since 1985. AKUH is part of an emerging healthcare system that includes three secondary hospitals in Karachi in Garden, Karimabad and Kharadar and a secondary hospital in Hyderabad; the Clifton Medical Services in Karachi which offers 24/7 Urgent Care as well as specialized clinics, labs, radiology, pharmacy and diagnostics; over 25 medical centres located across Pakistan; over 290 clinical laboratories that offer fast and accurate results, ensuring world-class quality testing; a network of 30+ pharmacies that offer a wide range of genuine and temperature-controlled medications along with compounding services; and home health services. Through this, AKUHโs growing network offers timely health services to patients in over 100 cities in Pakistan including metros like Karachi, Hyderabad, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Rawalpindi, Islamabad, Peshawar and Quetta. In 2006, AKUH became the first teaching hospital in Pakistan to be accredited by the Joint Commission International (JCI), a gold standard in healthcare delivery. In 2017, the Hospitalโs clinical laboratories received accreditation from the College of American Pathologists (CAP), an internationally recognized gold standard for clinical laboratories. The hospital and its network take pride in making this high quality healthcare accessible to all, through our far reaching Welfare and Zakat programs that provide financial assistance to needy patients across the country. For more information and appointments, call: 021-111-911-911.
02/01/2026
๐๐ช๐ฎ๐ข๐ง๐ญ (strabismus) isnโt just a childhood condition as adults can develop it as well.
Dr Sharmeen Akram, Consultant Ophthalmology, explains that it may be present from birth or appear later in life due to diabetic neuropathy or other nerve-related causes.
Treatment options include prescription glasses or surgical intervention, supported by specialised tests such as the prism test to assess eye alignment with precision.
If you are concerned about the eye alignment of yourself or your child, book a consultation with our Ophthalmology team at Clifton Medical Services.
Donโt leave your wellness to chance in 2026. Our Health Screening Packages provide the clarity you need to take charge of your health and well-being. Get your lab work done at AKUH Clinical Labs and build a roadmap for a healthier you. Make your first investment of the new year a healthy one. Book your screening today!
As we enter 2026, we begin with a renewed promise to our health and wellbeing. By prioritising prevention, making informed health decisions, and taking small, consistent steps every day, we empower ourselves to live healthier, happier, longer, and more fulfilling lives. Each day offers an opportunity to care for ourselves and those who matter most by addressing health concerns early and nurturing a culture of wellbeing within our families and communities.
At AKUH, we remain steadfast in our commitment to be your trusted partner on this journey. Through comprehensive services, trusted quality, and compassionate care, we are dedicated to supporting your health journey at every stage of life. From raising awareness to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care, your health and wellbeing remain our highest priority.
Hereโs to a healthier, stronger 2026 for you and your loved ones.
31/12/2025
Your Health, Our Priority: Trusted Quality Medicines at AKUH Pharmacies
When it comes to your health, there is no room for compromise. At AKUH Pharmacies, we provide 100% genuine medicines that meet the highest standards of safety and quality.
With over 50 locations across Pakistan, our expert and qualified pharmacists are always available to offer professional counseling and support, helping you manage your health with confidence.
It plays a critical role in the treatment of several cancers, particularly cancers of the cervix, uterus, and v***a, where it is considered an essential part of care. Our expert, Dr Nasir Ali, Consultant Radiation Oncology, explains that for many patients, the journey to recovery remains incomplete without Brachytherapy.
๐๐ก๐ฒ ๐ข๐ฌ ๐๐ซ๐๐๐ก๐ฒ๐ญ๐ก๐๐ซ๐๐ฉ๐ฒ ๐ง๐๐๐๐๐?
๐๐ฌ๐ฌ๐๐ง๐ญ๐ข๐๐ฅ ๐๐จ๐ซ ๐๐จ๐ฆ๐ฉ๐ฅ๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง: For gynaecological cancersโincluding the cervix, uterus, and v***aโ brachytherapy is an essential part of the treatment.
๐๐๐ซ๐ฌ๐๐ญ๐ข๐ฅ๐ ๐๐๐ซ๐:It is also a powerful tool for treating oral cancers, such as those affecting the mouth, tongue, or throat.
๐๐ข๐ ๐ก๐๐ซ ๐๐ฎ๐ซ๐ ๐๐๐ญ๐๐ฌ: By delivering a targeted dose of radiation directly into the tumour-containing cavity, the chances of a full recovery are significantly higher.
๐๐ซ๐จ๐ญ๐๐๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐๐๐ฅ๐ญ๐ก:This method allows for high-dose delivery with significantly less complications or side effects.
๐ ๐๐๐ญ๐ข๐๐ง๐ญ-๐๐๐ง๐ญ๐ซ๐ข๐ ๐๐ฑ๐ฉ๐๐ซ๐ข๐๐ง๐๐: We understand that any medical procedure can feel overwhelming. That is why our process is designed entirely around your comfort:
๐๐๐๐ข๐๐ข๐๐ง๐ญ: While we take the time needed for careful setup and planning, the actual delivery of the treatment is very fastโtypically taking only 10 to 15 minutes.
๐๐จ๐ฆ๐๐จ๐ซ๐ญ๐๐๐ฅ๐: It is performed under anaesthesia to ensure you remain completely pain-free and at ease.
๐๐ซ๐๐๐ข๐ฌ๐: We use advanced CT imaging to create a personalised plan, ensuring the treatment is perfectly mapped and targeted to the affected part of the body.
๐๐๐ฏ๐๐ง๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐ก๐ง๐จ๐ฅ๐จ๐ ๐ฒ ๐๐ญ ๐๐๐๐: The Aga Khan University Hospital features a modern, image-based brachytherapy system using the Iridium-192 source. This allows our specialists to select the exact target with modern imaging, providing you with quality care under one roof.
Your health deserves the most complete care possible.
Talk to our experts to understand how Brachytherapy can support your road to recovery.
30/12/2025
Why a FibroScan is Crucial for Fatty Liver Disease?
While ultrasounds and blood tests are helpful, they don't always provide the full picture. The FibroScan is the gold standard for liver health because it is:
Quick: Takes only 5 to 10 minutes.
Non-Invasive: No needles or pain involved.
Comprehensive: Measures both the amount of fat and the level of liver damage.
Effective: Helps doctors monitor how well your treatment is working.
Watch Dr. Nashiz Inayet, Consultant Gastroenterologist at the Aga Khan University Hospital, explain why this simple scan could save your life.
Know more about Dr Nashiz Inayet: https://bit.ly/AKUH-DrNashizInayet
29/12/2025
Your body cannot produce Omega-3 and Omega-6 on its own, making them essential to get through your diet. From supporting heart and brain health to improving your skin, these fatty acids are vital for your overall well-being.
Expert Advice by Dr. Sarah Mansoor, Family Medicine Physician, to balance these nutrients for a healthier you!
Eat fatty fish (like Rohu or Tuna) at least twice a week.
Incorporate flaxseeds and pumpkin seeds into your meals.
Always consult a doctor before starting supplements.
Short procedures, big convenience. From IV therapy and injections to dressing changes and routine vitals monitoring, our skilled nursing team brings expert care straight to your home. We provide trusted, quality, and safe treatment without disrupting your day, giving you more time, less stress, and complete peace of mind.
Book your home care appointment today: 021 111 911 911
26/12/2025
With the "Super Flu" making headlines recently, it is important to separate fact from speculation.
Watch as Dr Faisal Mahmood explains what it really is, who may be more vulnerable, and how simple preventive steps can help protect you and those around you.
26/12/2025
Listening to loud sound for long periods can gradually cause permanent ๐ง๐จ๐ข๐ฌ๐-๐ข๐ง๐๐ฎ๐๐๐ ๐ก๐๐๐ซ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ฅ๐จ๐ฌ๐ฌ (๐๐๐๐), especially with earbuds, which sit deeper in the ear canal, carry a higher risk of damaging the inner earโs delicate hair cells because they deliver sound closer to the eardrum. Whereas over-ear headphones with noise cancellation are a safer option, allowing lower volumes through blocking outside noise but caution is needed as prolonged use can still cause damage.
๐๐ซ๐จ๐ญ๐๐๐ญ ๐ฒ๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐๐ซ๐ฌ ๐ฐ๐ข๐ญ๐ก ๐ฌ๐ข๐ฆ๐ฉ๐ฅ๐ ๐ก๐๐๐ข๐ญ๐ฌ:
โข Follow the 60/60 rule: no more than 60% volume for 60 minutes at a time.
โข Choose over-ear, noise-cancelling headphones, preventing the need to increase volume.
โข Take listening breaks to give your ears rest.
โข Use built-in volume limiters on your device.
๐๐๐ญ๐๐ก ๐๐จ๐ซ ๐ฐ๐๐ซ๐ง๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ฌ๐ข๐ ๐ง๐ฌ: muffled hearing, ringing in the ears (Tinnitus), or difficulty understanding speech.
If youโre experiencing any of these symptoms, book a consultation with ๐๐๐ ๐๐ฉ๐๐๐ข๐๐ฅ๐ข๐ฌ๐ญ at CMS today.
Call: 021 111 911 911 or 021 33100010
To our dedicated staff, valued patients, caregivers, and all who celebrate Christmas, we extend our warmest wishes for peace, love, and good health.
May this season bring moments of joy, reflection, and meaningful togetherness with those who matter the most.
25/12/2025
This Quaid-e-Azam Day, we pause to remember a leader who believed in integrity and progress with purpose. Muhammad Ali Jinnah gave us more than a nation; he gave us valuesโUnity, Faith, and Disciplineโthat continue to guide our conscience.
At AKUH, we honour his legacy by caring for life and health with dignity, compassion, and unwavering commitment. Every step we take toward better health is a step toward the Pakistan he envisioned.
In unity and faith, we move forwardโbecause a healthier nation is the truest tribute to his dream.
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Why Choose The Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH)
The Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH) is a private, not for profit, university hospital, focusing on the delivery of high quality healthcare in Pakistan for over 35 years since its inception in 1985.
The main tertiary care hospital in Karachi offers 24/7 Emergency and Acute Care, and all services under one roof, which includes specialised care, elective and non-elective surgery, consulting clinics, radiology and clinical laboratory services. To offer enhanced patient-centric, holistic care, the hospital is structured into service lines that operate like speciality hospitals within one large hospital. Through this set up, AKUH enables a comprehensive and a multidisciplinary approach to diagnosis and treatment that results in a continuum of quality care for patients. These service lines include Heart, Lungs and Vascular; Family Health; Musculoskeletal and Sports Medicine; Womenโs Healthcare; Kidney and Bladder; Mind and Brain; Internal Medicine; Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat; Gastrointestinal Medicine and Surgery; Teeth and Skin; Childrenโs Hospital, Cancer Hospital; and Physiotherapy, Rehabilitation and Nutrition.
As a leading teaching hospital for doctors, nurses and midwives, AKUH produces cutting-edge medical research that is globally relevant and uses innovative approaches to solve local healthcare problems. Through the use of advanced medical technology and internationally trained, highly skilled doctors and surgeons, AKUH provides patients with treatments and services that may not available elsewhere in the region.
AKUH is part of an emerging healthcare system that includes three secondary hospitals in Karachi in Garden, Karimabad and Kharadar; a secondary hospital in Hyderabad; the Clifton Medical Services in Karachi which offers 24/7 Urgent Care as well as specialised clinics; over 15 medical centres located across Pakistan; over 270 clinical laboratories that offer fast and accurate results, ensuring world class quality testing; a network of over 20 pharmacies that offer genuine and temperature controlled medication and compounding services for patients; and home healthcare services. Through this, AKUHโs growing network offers timely health services to patients in over 100 cities in Pakistan including metros like Karachi, Hyderabad, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Rawalpindi, Islamabad, Peshawar and Quetta.
In 2006, AKUH became the first teaching hospital in Pakistani to be accredited by the Joint Commission International (JCI), a gold standard in healthcare delivery. In 2017, the Hospitalโs clinical laboratories received accreditation from the College of American Pathologists (CAP), an internationally recognised gold standard for clinical laboratories. AKUH is the only University Hospital and Clinical Laboratories in Pakistan that has both JCI and CAP accreditation. It is also ISO accredited for maintaining world-class quality in health services and maintains the highest hygiene and infection control standards through rigorous systems.
AKUHโs contribution is significant and a 2017 impact study shows that overall the Aga Khan University has an annual economic impact of about $1 billion in Pakistan alone. To make quality and timely healthcare accessible all, the Hospital has far-reaching Welfare and Zakat programs that provide financial assistance to needy patients at various locations across the country. Through these services, we respond to peopleโs medical needs and save lives. For all appointments and queries, please call: 021-111-911-911.
