About Me
ABOUT ME & MY JOURNEY
About Me
US Board Certified
I’m a US Board-Certified Cardiothoracic and General Surgeon with over 20 years of experience. After graduating from The Aga Khan University, I trained and worked in top institutions across the US, including Columbia University and MD Anderson Cancer Center.
Currently, I serve as Head of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery at Rehman Medical Institute, Peshawar. I’m passionate about advanced, minimally invasive heart and lung procedures — now also available through online consultation.
My Journey
Education, & Appointments
With over 20 years of experience in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery, I’ve trained at top institutions like The Aga Khan University, West Virginia University, and MD Anderson Cancer Center. I hold certifications from the American Board of General Surgery and Thoracic Surgery, along with several awards recognizing my commitment to excellence in surgery, patient care, and education.
1992 – 1997
I began my academic journey at Cadet College Kohat, where I completed my high school education and laid the foundation for a disciplined and focused medical career.
1997 – 2002
I pursued my medical degree at The Aga Khan University Medical College, Karachi, one of Pakistan’s most prestigious institutions.
2004 – 2006
I completed my General Surgery Residency (Internship & PGY2) at Metropolitan Group of Hospitals, Chicago, IL, USA.
2006 – 2007
I returned to Pakistan and practiced Family Medicine and Surgery in Charsadda, gaining valuable hands-on experience with local healthcare challenges.
2007 – 2012
I joined West Virginia University Hospital, USA, for my General Surgery Residency, where I served as Academic Chief Resident in my final year (2011–2012).
2012 – 2014
Thoracic Oncology at MD Anderson Cancer Center, Cardiothoracic Surgery at Methodist DeBakey Heart & Vascular Center and Memorial Hermann Hospital, Congenital Cardiovascular Surgery at Children’s Memorial Hospital, Houston, and a Heart & Lung Transplant Clinical & Research Fellowship at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital & Columbia University.
2014 – Present
Since July 2014, I’ve been serving at Rehman Medical Institute (RMI) in Peshawar, Pakistan, where I hold multiple roles. I am a Consultant and Associate Professor in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery, as well as the Head of the Department and Head of Research in the same field.
Certifications
PERMANENT MEDICAL # 23469
Licensed Physician and Surgeon, State of West Virginia, USA
#125048674
Licensed Physician and Surgeon, State of Illinois, USA
8-11107-N
Certified by Pakistan Medical & Dental Council
American Heart Association (2013)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support & Basic Life Support,
ECFMG Certification
#06495345
Education Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates
The Methodist Hospital, Houston, TX (2014)
Certified in Aortic Surgery Wet Lab Texas
Da Vinci® Surgical System Online Training" (2012)
Certified in Robotic Surgery Training, “Da Vinci® Surgical System Online Training
MD Anderson Cancer Center (2012)
Certified in Human Subjects Protection, MD Anderson Cancer Center
Specialized Training & Fellowships
2012 – 2014
I completed a Cardiothoracic Surgery Fellowship at the Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, USA—an invaluable experience working at one of the world’s leading cancer centers.
July 2006
I undertook a Heart and Lung Transplant/Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery at New York Presbyterian Hospital, Columbia University, New York, USA.
FACS
Being a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS) is a prestigious recognition awarded to surgeons who demonstrate the highest standards of clinical expertise, professionalism, and ethical practice.
Awards & Recognitions
2008
In-Service Scholarship Award, Department of Surgery – West Virginia University
2011 – 2012
Exemplary Patient Care Award (Bruce G. Freeman, PhD, MD Award) – West Virginia University
Examinations
2013
American Board of Surgery Certification Exam
2015
American Board of Thoracic Surgery Certification Exam
American Board of Surgery Inservice Training Exams
Consistently ranked in the top percentile from 2004 – 2008