In the healthcare industry, many institutions have lost sight of the reason they were formed in the first place: to help people in the community. However, this is not the case with the Shalamar Institute of Health Sciences (SIHS). The team at SIHS hopes to lead by example, inspiring other healthcare institutions to follow suit and create a business model that puts the community first.
The Shalamar Institute of Health Sciences is a leading community-focused not-for-profit healthcare institution in Pakistan that started as a 50-bed community hospital in 1978. Over time, the institute has evolved into a 500-bed network of facilities including Shalamar Hospital, Shalamar Medical and Dental College, Shalamar Nursing College, and the Shalamar School of Allied Health Sciences. The SIHS is unified under its commitment to serving the community and making a positive impact on the healthcare industry.
The best in healthcare services
The mission of the Shalamar Institute of Health Sciences is to provide quality health services and care in a compassionate, patient-centered environment at an affordable cost for patients. Over the years, the SIHS campus has grown to become a 500-bed medical facility, offering the best in medical services, and has been recognized by the highest medical authorities in the country. The services and equipment offered by the Shalamar Institute of Health Sciences are cutting-edge, standing up against the highest international standards. This allows SIHS to deliver the best possible care and exceed patients’ expectations with every visit.
Thanks to the next-level service the SIHS team provides — as well as their extensive expertise in health, education, and research — they hope to empower their patients to make more informed healthcare decisions for themselves. This commitment to improving not just their own institution, but also the healthcare system at large, is what will allow them to best serve their community. “By pooling our collective resources with the support of our leadership, management, and philanthropic partners, we are determined to enhance the quality of healthcare within our community, ensuring a healthier tomorrow for all,” says Shahid Hussein, Chairman of the Board of Trustees.
One thing that allows SIHS to stand out is its team’s commitment to providing patients with top-notch medical services — regardless of their ability to pay. In doing so, the SIHS team sets an important standard for equitable and high-quality healthcare services. “Our mission to provide inclusive healthcare services is at the heart of everything we do,” says Mr. Hussein. “We are proud to be a beacon of hope in a world where healthcare is becoming increasingly unaffordable.”
Social advocacy through healthcare
The Shalamar Institute of Health Sciences isn’t just revolutionary from a medical standpoint — they are also making strides in their social advocacy. The Shalamar Hospital has shown its support for empowering women by offering healthcare services that specialize in women’s unique healthcare needs, such as a one-stop breast clinic, a menopause clinic, an osteoporosis clinic, and a urogynaecology clinic.
The SIHS team’s commitment to gender diversity doesn’t end there, though, as they have strived to create a workplace with equal opportunities for women in leadership roles and the workforce. “Women are serving in key roles as doctors, nurses, and administrators, and we believe diversity is a strength that makes our institution stronger,” Mr. Hussein says. “By empowering women, we are building a more equitable and just society where everyone has access to quality healthcare services.”
Giving back to the local community
The Shalamar Institute of Health Sciences also prides itself on its ability to give back to the community in times of need, such as its extraordinary disaster response. The SIHS team points to the floods that happened in Southern Punjab in early 2023 as an example of their actions in times of crisis. “Our staff worked tirelessly to provide medical care and relief to patients of all ages, regardless of their ability to pay,” Mr. Hussein explains. “Our mission was to ensure that no one was left without the care they needed during this difficult time.”
SIHS further gives back to the community through its educational and training programs, which rank among the top in the country. The Shalamar Institute of Health’s programs break the mold of traditional medical education by providing its students with both a comprehensive medical curriculum and classes in advanced fields like molecular biology, artificial intelligence, and entrepreneurship. The result is the next generation of medical professionals in Pakistan who will be prepared to provide the community with the extraordinary healthcare service it needs to thrive.
Ultimately, all these exceptional healthcare and education offerings will allow the Shalamar Institute of Health Sciences to achieve its primary goal: serving the community and making a positive impact on the healthcare industry. “We strive to make a real difference in the lives of millions of patients who rely on us for hope, healing, and a chance at a better tomorrow,” says Mr. Hussein. “We hope to continue to provide critical medical care to those who may not have access to it otherwise, make a tangible impact on the lives of those in need, and bring joy to countless families throughout our community.”
