Imamia Medics International (IMI), a global organisation of Pakistani doctors, has raised US$800,000 at a fundraising dinner in New York to support the development of University Medical Complex hospitals in Karachi and Lahore.
More than 600 guests attended the event, including Pakistani-origin doctors, engineers, scientists, writers and other prominent community members. The gathering highlighted overseas Pakistanis’ commitment to strengthening healthcare facilities and advancing medical education in the country.
Pakistan’s Consul General in New York, Aamer Ahmed Atozai, attended as a special guest. A message from Pakistan’s Ambassador, Rizwan Saeed Sheikh, was also shared with participants, highlighting the importance of initiatives that strengthen Pakistan’s healthcare sector.
Literary and Cultural Programme
The fundraising dinner also featured a special literary and cultural programme.
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Renowned cancer specialist and poet Dr Azra Raza captivated the audience with her poetry, while acclaimed singer Ali Haider performed devotional kalam in praise of the Ahl al-Bayt (AS).
Hospitals to Serve One Million Patients Annually
The US$800,000 raised will support the development of modern medical facilities in Karachi and Lahore, improve access to quality healthcare and create opportunities for medical education, professional development and training for young doctors.
According to IMI, the two hospitals will collectively provide advanced healthcare services to one million patients annually. Around 200,000 patients will receive treatment free of charge or at subsidised rates.
Approximately 80 senior physicians based overseas have also volunteered to contribute their expertise and train local healthcare professionals at both hospitals without charging any fees.
Karachi and Lahore Hospital Projects
IMI has partnered with Baqir Health and Educational Welfare Trust and Zaidi Abid Foundation to develop the Karachi campus of the University Medical Complex. Construction has already begun.
The Karachi facility is planned as a seven-floor, multi-specialty tertiary care hospital with medical research facilities.
In Lahore, Rahmat Nazir Trust has donated a three-storey, partially constructed building for IMI’s hospital project. The facility has partially started operations, providing outpatient department (OPD) and inpatient treatment services.
The initiative reflects the contribution of Pakistani medical professionals and the overseas Pakistani community towards strengthening the country’s healthcare infrastructure and creating better opportunities for patient care and medical education.
