LAHORE (April 24, 2026) — Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif met with distinguished British-Pakistani heart surgeon Dr. Hasnat Khan on Thursday to formally welcome him as he assumes leadership of the newly established Jinnah Institute of Cardiology. During the meeting, the Chief Minister lauded Dr. Khan’s decision to return from the United Kingdom, describing it as an inspiring act of patriotism. She emphasized that having a world-class professional of his caliber serving his countrymen is a significant milestone for the province’s healthcare sector.
The discussions focused on the administrative strategy and operational roadmap for the Jinnah Institute of Cardiology, which the Punjab government intends to develop into a world-class medical facility. Dr. Khan, who holds an international reputation for his pioneering cardiac work, expressed his commitment to enhancing local surgical standards.
Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif @MaryamNSharif met with renowned surgeon Dr. Hasnat Khan to congratulate him on leading the Jinnah Institute of Cardiology. A significant step forward as he returns to #Pakistan to elevate Punjab’s cardiac care to global standards. 🇵🇰🏥… pic.twitter.com/YCH9fGqSrc
— Khyber News (@khybernews247) April 23, 2026
Highlights
- Dr. Hasnat Khan has officially assumed charge of the Jinnah Institute of Cardiology.
- The Punjab government aims to transform the facility into a state-of-the-art center, helping position the province as a global hub for medical tourism.
- CM Maryam Nawaz underscored the government’s resolve to provide high-quality heart disease treatment to citizens across Pakistan.
- Dr. Khan, a Jhelum native and King Edward Medical University alumnus, brings decades of expertise from the UK to the local health sector.
The Chief Minister reaffirmed that providing accessible, high-quality cardiac care remains a top priority, with plans to extend these advanced treatment facilities beyond Punjab to the rest of the country.
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