Doctor of Optometry, COAVS, King Edward Medical University Lahore.

Doctor of Optometry, COAVS, King Edward Medical University Lahore. College of Ophthalmology and Allied Vision Sciences is the only institution struggling to eradicate avoidable blindness from Punjab and all over Pakistan.

College of Ophthalmology and Allied Vision Sciences, (COAVS) starting its journey in a single room as Comprehensive Eye Care Cell (CEC Cell) at Mayo Hospital Lahore in 1999, has rapidly evolved into the most renowned and well-recognized teaching center in the country, imparting education in the fields of Ophthalmology & Vision Sciences. It is attached with King Edward Medical University and Mayo Hospital. Up to December 1998 no step was ever taken to improve the ophthalmic services at district level. In December 1998, Prof Asad Aslam Khan in collaboration with Fred Hollows Foundation conducted a detailed situational analysis of ophthalmic services available at district level in Punjab. The analysis revealed that the number of ophthalmologists was much less than the required number and no trained ophthalmic paramedic or ophthalmic nurse was available at district level. There were no sub-specialty units e.g. Vitreo Retina or Paediatric Ophthalmology, at tertiary level hospitals. In many districts the ophthalmologists were not trained for microsurgery and intraocular lens implantation. Surgical rate in some of the districts was as low as 100 surgeries per year. In response to the report of the situation analysis, with the intention to improve eye health services in the province, the Punjab health department established a Comprehensive Eye Care Cell (CEC Cell) at Mayo Hospital. The CEC cell accomplished various projects for Prevention of Blindness. In the year 2004, Government of the Punjab, with the addition of teaching faculty for mid-level eye care workers, upgraded it to Punjab Institute of Preventive Ophthalmology (PIPO) to eradicate preventable blindness from the country, particularly from the province of Punjab, and to achieve the goals of Vision 2020 – “The Right to Sight.” This institute was commissioned in a record period of six months. The total cost of the project was Rs.54.50 million, of which Government of the Punjab contributed Rs.27.84 million for the construction, whereas the remaining amount was provided by International NGO’s, WHO and Philanthropists in the form of equipment, furniture and vehicles. Observing the tremendous success and achievements of Punjab Institute of Preventive Ophthalmology (PIPO) and in view to start postgraduate and subspecialty courses in Ophthalmology and Allied Vision Sciences, Government of the Punjab, in 2007, elevated PIPO to College of Ophthalmology & Allied Vision Sciences (COAVS), The basic aims and objectives i.e. achieving the targets of Vision 2020- “The Right to Sight”, to eradicate preventable blindness from the country have not changed; rather the scope of functioning of the college has broadened with the starting of new courses and launching of new projects
These targets of “Vision 2020” are being achieved through:
1. Human Resource Development
2. District Comprehensive Eye Care Programs
3. Disease Control Projects / Programs
4. Continuous Medical Education in Ophthalmology & Allied Vision Sciences
5. Awareness Campaigns
Major partners of the college are INGOs e.g. Fred Hollows Foundation Australia, Sight savers UK, Aus-Aid, Irish Aid, & Christoffelblinden Mission (CBM) Germany / CHEF International. In addition Government of Pakistan, Government of the Punjab, World Health Organization (WHO), corporate partners like Standard Chartered Bank and individual Philanthropists have also contributed considerably.

6th International Vision Science conference organised by SOOOP
26/05/2025

6th International Vision Science conference organised by SOOOP

Mash Allah sir Muhammad Anwar Awan . keep it up
18/03/2025

Mash Allah sir Muhammad Anwar Awan . keep it up

Admission alert for session 2025-28The last date for form submission is 11th December 2024.Note: Fresh MDCAT results req...
04/12/2024

Admission alert for session 2025-28

The last date for form submission is 11th December 2024.

Note: Fresh MDCAT results required

Congratulations to  rizvi for completion of his  degree, MSc in Investigative Ophthalmology from UK.
27/11/2024

Congratulations to rizvi for completion of his degree, MSc in Investigative Ophthalmology from UK.

23/10/2024
Admission alert 2024.Applications are invited for the following courses at COAVS-KEMU, Mayo hospital Lahore. 1. Masters ...
25/12/2023

Admission alert 2024.

Applications are invited for the following courses at COAVS-KEMU, Mayo hospital Lahore.

1. Masters in community eye health 2 years programme. Basic requirement MBBS

2. BSc(hons) Vision Sciences 4 years programme. Basic requirement Fsc pre-medical plus MDCAT

The last date for application submission is 6th January 2024.

The first merit list will be Displayed on 24th January.

Note: Application forms can be collected from COAVS or can be downloaded from the website www.kemu.edu.pk and www.coavs.edu.pk

Batch 2024📸 Vision Student Club 2023
30/11/2023

Batch 2024

📸 Vision Student Club 2023

Join us in congratulating Dr Hashim Ali Khan for passing the Diplomate exam in Comprehensive Eyecare. He is the 1st from...
16/10/2023

Join us in congratulating Dr Hashim Ali Khan for passing the Diplomate exam in Comprehensive Eyecare. He is the 1st from outside of America and 18th Globally to achieve diplomatship successfully.

Here is what he narrated on his page.

I am thrilled to share with you all that I have successfully passed the Diplomate exam in Comprehensive eye care and earned the highest distinction in my field (1st from outside of Americas and 18th Globally).

This has been a long and challenging journey that required years of hard work, dedication, and passion. And the most amazing thing about my journey was Becoming a Diplomate aside from my ongoing PhD.

I am honored to join the elite group of Diplomates (CEC) and look forward to serving my patients and community with the highest standards of

I am also thankful to my mentors, colleagues, family, and friends for their support and encouragement along the way. I must acknowledge that one very friend whose emotional support and continuous encouragement throughout these years of stress made it happen Dr-Masham Sayeda.

congratulations madam RabiaAmerican Academy of Optometry
09/10/2023

congratulations madam Rabia

American Academy of Optometry

31/05/2023

good job Vision sports society
25/05/2023

good job Vision sports society

Vision Cricket League
17/04/2023

Vision Cricket League

𝑪𝒉𝒊𝒆𝒇 𝑮𝒖𝒆𝒔𝒕 𝒐𝒇 𝑶𝒑𝒆𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒄𝒆𝒓𝒆𝒎𝒐𝒏𝒚 𝒐𝒇 𝑽𝑪𝑳

Vision Sports Society is pleased to extend a warm welcome to our new Principal/Director General of COAVS ;
𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐫 𝐃𝐫. 𝐌𝐮𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐚𝐝 𝐌𝐨𝐢𝐧
Professor of Opthalmology & Head of Unit lll , King Edward Medical University, Mayo hospital Lahore .

As a new leader, you bring fresh ideas and perspectives that can help to shape and improve our educational experience. We appreciate your dedication and commitment to our students, teachers, and staff, and we are excited to collaborate with you to create a positive and supportive learning environment. We hope that your time with us will be fulfilling and rewarding, and that you will find our community to be welcoming and inclusive.
By providing an opportunity for students to engage in physical activity and teamwork, the principal is promoting a healthy and well-rounded educational experience. Sports and extracurricular activities can enhance students' physical and mental health, as well as their social connections and overall well-being. Through cricket matches, students can learn important skills such as communication, leadership, and sportsmanship, which can be applied to their academic and personal lives.
Thank you sir for your kind Appreciation.

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Lahore
54000

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Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 13:00
Saturday 09:00 - 17:00
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