IHHN Successfully Concludes Outreach Lab Week 2025 Across Its Campuses

The Indus Hospital and Health Network (IHHN) proudly concluded Outreach Lab Week 2025, held from April 24 to April 30 across its outreach campuses. This week-long event, organized by the QMD Laboratory in Karachi, served as a dynamic platform for professional development, staff engagement, and cross-campus collaboration within the IHHN laboratory network. It also included the recognition of laboratory professionals’ vital role in the healthcare system.

The event was overseen by Dr. Adnan Mustafa Zubairi, Director of Outreach Campuses, and led in coordination with Senior Manager Mona Rashid Imam of QMD Laboratory. The initiative was further supported by the senior leadership of the QMD Laboratory and Outreach Campuses, whose guidance and encouragement ensured the successful execution of all activities.

The week featured a robust schedule of Continuing Medical Education (CME) sessions aimed at enhancing knowledge, technical skills, and ethical practices in laboratory medicine. Highlights included:

• CBC & Urine DR Interpretation (Badin Campus)

• Critical Result Reporting (MIKD Campus & AGC Bhong)

• Blood Smear Preparation & MP Microscopy (AGC Bhong)

• Lab Statistics in Quality Parameters (QF, NST, SMP Campus)

• Professionalism and Ethics in Laboratory Medicine (RTEH Campus)

These CME sessions provided hands-on learning and updated scientific approaches to over 100 laboratory professionals across the network.

In parallel, the Lab Fun Gala celebrated team spirit and well-being. Each campus hosted engaging activities such as Musical Chairs, Ludo, Tug of War, Cake Cutting Ceremonies, Poetry Competitions, and Lab Olympics. From Lahore to Gwadar, the festive atmosphere boosted morale, encouraged camaraderie, and highlighted the creative talents of lab teams.

The week culminated on April 30 with a virtual Closing Ceremony that brought together participants from all campuses. During the ceremony, star performers from each campus were recognized for their outstanding participation and contributions. Their enthusiasm and commitment reflected the strength and unity of IHHN’s laboratory teams.

Speaking at the event, Dr. Adnan Mustafa Zubairi appreciated the dedication and coordination across all campuses. “This initiative showcased how learning and celebration can go hand in hand. It is inspiring to see our outreach teams actively building a culture of quality and collaboration,” he noted.

Outreach Lab Week 2025 reaffirmed IHHN’s commitment to excellence in diagnostics, continued education, and workforce well-being. It also highlighted the vital role of outreach campuses in delivering quality healthcare across Pakistan.