Shalamar Hospital Hosts 1st International Research Assembly: NextGen Med

We are thrilled to share the success of the 1st International Research Assembly at Shalamar Hospital—a groundbreaking event that brought together the brightest minds from various institutions across Lahore to advance healthcare innovation!

The event showcased an inspiring Poster Fest featuring cutting-edge research from esteemed universities like Lahore University of Management Sciences , Lahore College for Women University , Kinnaird College for Women (KCW), Lahore - Pakistan Fatima Jinnah Dental College , and many more. Out of numerous entries, 27 exceptional posters were selected, and 14 pioneering AIDEAs (AI-driven ideas) were highlighted, proving that the future of healthcare is indeed bright and brimming with possibilities.

A unique highlight was the Socratic Seminar, where students debated the thought-provoking topic: "Should ChatGPT be added as a co-author?" With compelling arguments on both sides, this session sparked meaningful discussions on ethics, innovation, and the evolving role of AI in academia.

The event's crown jewel was the keynote address by Dr. Agha Ali Raza from the Department of Computer Science, LUMS. His enlightening talk on AI in Healthcare opened new vistas of understanding, emphasizing the transformative potential of AI in diagnostics, patient care, and research.

This assembly represents more than just an event—it’s a movement toward collaboration, innovation, and the betterment of healthcare for all. We are also proud to recognize the vision and leadership of Prof. Azra Mahmud , Consultant Hypertension & Internal Medicine, and a member of the Research Advisory Committee (RAC), who organized and chaired this remarkable assembly.

A heartfelt thank you to all the participating institutions, students, and faculty who made this a day to remember.

Here’s to more ideas, debates, and discoveries!

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