PESHAWAR, November 12, 2026: Khyber Medical College (KMC) awarded degrees to 580 graduates and presented 26 gold medals during its Annual Convocation 2026, held at the University of Peshawar’s Convocation Hall.
Retired Lieutenant General Dr Nigar Johar, Advisor to the Government on Health, attended as chief guest, alongside Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) President Professor Dr Rizwan Taj, Khyber Medical University (KMU) Vice Chancellor Professor Dr Abdul Jalil and KMC Dean Professor Dr Mahmud Aurangzeb.
Two graduates received special distinctions for outstanding academic performance. Laiba Ahmad from the 2017–2022 batch secured five gold medals, while Ziad Ali from the 2018–2023 batch earned 14 college gold medals and five university gold medals.
Addressing the ceremony, Dr Nigar Johar congratulated the graduates and acknowledged the contributions of parents and teachers to their achievements.
She urged newly qualified doctors to uphold medical ethics, professional competence and compassion while serving patients. She also stressed closer cooperation between the government and healthcare professionals to address medical challenges in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
KMC Dean Professor Dr Mahmud Aurangzeb highlighted the college’s contribution to medical education, noting that its graduates hold prominent healthcare positions internationally.
KMU Vice Chancellor Professor Dr Abdul Jalil emphasised knowledge, practical skills and a positive attitude as essential foundations of medical education.
PMDC President Professor Dr Rizwan Taj said more than 60 KMC graduates had secured advanced medical training opportunities in the United States. He also stressed maintaining educational standards through regular institutional inspections.
Lifetime Achievement Awards were presented to Professor Dr Mudassir Ahmad Khan, Professor Dr Jameela Mehnaz Naib and Professor Dr Hashimuddin Azam for their contributions to medical education and healthcare.
Established in 1954, Khyber Medical College has produced more than 9,000 doctors over its 72-year history.