PESHAWAR: The inauguration ceremony of the 1st robotic surgery course was held at Khyber Medical College on Wednesday marking an important milestone in advancing surgical education and modern healthcare in Pakistan.

The three-day training course has been organised by Khyber Teaching Hospital (KTH) in collaboration with Laparoscopy Academy Pakistan and Popular International, a press release said.

The initiative aims to introduce surgeons to the latest developments in robotic and minimally invasive surgery through structured academic sessions and practical hands-on training.

The course has brought together renowned surgeons, experienced faculty members, expert trainers and surgical teams from across the country.

Advanced technology to help improve surgical precision

The participants will receive practical training in robotic and laparoscopic surgical techniques using advanced technology, helping them to improve their surgical precision, flexibility and control while performing complex procedures.

The training is being conducted under the patronage of dean Khyber Medical College, Prof. Mahmud Aurangzeb and chairperson Department of Surgery, Prof. Mah Muneer Khan.

The academic sessions and hands-on workshops are being led by distinguished master trainers Prof. Muhammad Zarin and Dr. Najaf Nawaz Siddiqui, who are sharing their expertise and practical experience with participants.

Addressing the inauguration ceremony, Prof. Mahmud Aurangzeb highlighted the importance of adopting modern surgical technologies. He said that robotic surgery represents a major advancement in healthcare and surgical education.

He added that organising such training programmes equips surgeons with the knowledge and practical skills needed to meet international standards and lead the future of surgical innovation in Pakistan.

Speaking on the occasion, Prof. Dr. Mah Muneer Khan emphasised that continuous professional development is essential for improving healthcare services.

Prof. Muhammad Zarin said that robotic surgery is rapidly becoming an important part of modern surgical practice because it combines advanced technology with surgical expertise to achieve greater accuracy and better patient outcomes.

Sharing his views, Dr. Najaf Nawaz Siddiqui said that practical training is the foundation of developing confidence in robotic surgery.

Published in Dawn, July 23rd, 2026