Recent developments in Balochistan’s educational and healthcare landscape reflect a positive and historic moment that has not only strengthened the province’s medical system but also opened new opportunities for young doctors and students. A high-level delegation led by Professor Khalid Masood Gondal, President of the College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan (CPSP), traveled from Islamabad to Turbat, where, alongside the Secretary of Health Balochistan, Mujeeb-ur-Rehman, they conducted a comprehensive inspection of the Teaching Hospital Turbat. The purpose of the visit was to evaluate various departments, medical facilities, and the educational system of the teaching hospital affiliated with Makran Medical College as part of the process for officially recognizing the college.
The delegation’s thorough assessment of the hospital’s departments and available resources allowed them to gauge patient care, services, and the overall standard of education. The visit was accompanied by Deputy Commissioner Kech, Yasir Iqbal Dashti, Assistant Commissioner Turbat, Muhammad Hanif Kabzai, DHO Kech Dr. Abdul Rauf Baloch, Head of PPHI Kech Murtaza Baloch, and police officials, reflecting the strong governmental support and commitment to this initiative.
During the hospital tour, Medical Superintendent Dr. Abdul Waheed Blaidi, Principal of Makran Medical College Professor Dr. Afzal Khaliq, and Senior Child Specialist Dr. Misbah Munir provided detailed briefings on the hospital’s various departments. They presented information about the hospital’s overall situation, available medical facilities, training resources, and future development plans, which demonstrated a balanced growth in the hospital’s infrastructure and management. Satisfied with the overall assessment, the CPSP officials formally recognized the teaching hospital as a suitable and high-standard institution for Makran Medical College and assured that training sessions and convocations would be conducted there.
Following a comprehensive review of hospital operations and resources, Dr. Abdul Waheed Blaidi provided a detailed briefing on the hospital’s performance, existing challenges, and future development plans. During this time, the Secretary of Health Balochistan praised the hospital’s services and issued practical instructions for further improvement, showing that the provincial government is actively committed to raising standards and capacity in the health sector.
The delegation also included CPSP Vice President Professor Muhammad Shafi, Director of Medical Education Professor Amir Zaman Khan, Regional Director Balochistan Professor Dr. Aisha Siddiqa, Professor Dr. Aslam Chaudhry, and Professor Dr. Jahangir Khan, highlighting the program’s significance and high level of representation. This delegation was not only present to assess medical standards but also to directly observe the practical aspects of training, teaching, and examination arrangements.
On this occasion, Professor Khalid Masood Gondal, President of CPSP, and Secretary of Health Balochistan Mujeeb-ur-Rehman officially inaugurated the CPSP Center at Makran Medical College, Turbat. It was announced that CPSP examinations, training sessions, and other educational activities would now be conducted at Makran Medical College. This step will provide significant convenience to local doctors, allowing them to complete their education and training without traveling to larger cities. This achievement is the result of sustained effort and planning, with the dedication of the Chief Minister of Balochistan, the provincial Health Minister, MPA Dr. Abdul Malik Baloch, the Secretary of Health, the Special Secretary of Health Sheikh Baloch, and Principal Professor Dr. Afzal Khaliq of the college.
During the ceremony, renowned surgeon Dr. Muhammad Ghyasuddin, Head of Surgery and Medical Superintendent of KV Site Hospital, presented a bouquet on behalf of CPSP to the Secretary of Health Balochistan. The event was attended by CPSP President Professor Khalid Masood Gondal, leading robotic surgeon Professor Mehmood Ayaz, Director of the Advanced Skills Department Professor Abrar Ashraf, Vice President Professor Aisha Siddiqa, and other council members. Their presence highlighted both the professional and symbolic significance of the event. Such gestures, though small, play an important role in promoting institutional respect, collaboration, and harmony.
The visit and inauguration of the CPSP Center mark the beginning of a new era in Pakistan’s healthcare sector. It introduces not only modern training programs and examinations but also practical healthcare facilities, advanced surgical techniques, and an overall enhancement of professional standards. These measures in Turbat will not only strengthen the capabilities of medical personnel in Balochistan but will also ensure that patients receive quality care.
Furthermore, the impact of this initiative extends beyond current services, paving the way for the development of future medical experts, research, and the adoption of modern techniques. The combination of education and practical training is expected to bring sustained improvements not only to Makran Medical College but to the entire provincial healthcare system. These initiatives underscore that healthcare is not merely about treatment; it is an integrated system where education, research, advanced technology, and policy coordination must coexist.
These developments also illustrate the importance of strong institutional leadership and provincial government support for medical education and facilities in developing regions of Pakistan. The CPSP Center in Turbat will serve as a landmark for raising medical standards not only in Balochistan but across southern Pakistan.
In conclusion, the establishment of the CPSP Center at Makran Medical College, Turbat, along with the review of training programs and practical facilities, represents a historic step that will set new benchmarks in medical education and healthcare services in the province. This initiative opens new opportunities for education and training while laying the foundation for sustainable development in the health sector. It signals the start of a new era in which Balochistan’s healthcare system is being strengthened to meet global standards.
This event and visit were not merely ceremonial but a symbolic and practical milestone that unites leadership, coordination, and innovation in the healthcare sector, demonstrating that strong foundations have been laid for the future of the province’s medical system.
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