21/07/2025
**LRH Hosts Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery Workshop
* — The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Lady Reading Hospital (LRH) successfully conducted a two‑day hands‑on workshop on laparoscopic surgery on July 17 and 18, 2024. The event was led by renowned laparoscopic surgeon Dr. Alia Bano from Karachi and Professor Zareen of Peshawar, both esteemed figures in the field of minimally invasive gynecological surgery.
the event was graced by presence of chief guest professor sadaqat jabeen and professor Gulrukh Qazi ex chairperson OBGYN LRH
Associate professor Dr Shehzadi Saima chairperson OBGYN LRH welcomed the audience
Over the course of the workshop, 13 major laparoscopic procedures were performed, including hysterectomies and ovarian cystectomies. These live demonstrations offered postgraduate trainees and surgical teams from across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa invaluable insights into advanced techniques and best practices.
Dr. Alia Bano emphasized the importance of such workshops in enhancing surgical skills and improving patient outcomes, while Professor Zareen highlighted LRH’s commitment to continuous medical education and adoption of cutting‑edge surgical technologies.
Special appreciation goes to the dedicated leadership chairperson Dr Shehzadi Saima and LRH faculty members Dr Mehnaz Faisal, Dr LailaZeb ,Dr Fawad, Dr Farnaz, Dr Saima khattack who organized this well‑received event,
Their collective efforts were widely acknowledged by participants and faculty alike, earning heartfelt gratitude for making the workshop a great success.
The event reflects LRH’s ongoing dedication to advancing women’s healthcare and fostering professional development among medical practitioners.
