Private Hospitals and Clinics Association elects new leadership

Private Hospitals and Clinics Association elects new leadership for 2025–28 term

KARACHI: The Private Hospitals and Clinics Association (PHCA) has announced its newly elected leadership team following organizational elections held at its head office located in AO Hospitals, Nazimabad, Karachi.

In a decisive outcome, Syed Junaid Ali Shah was elected as President, while prominent healthcare innovator Dr Farhan Essa was chosen as Secretary General for a three-year term (2025–2028). Both leaders are widely recognized for their contributions to Pakistan’s medical and healthcare development landscape.

New PH&CA Office Bearers:

• President: Syed Junaid Ali Shah
• Secretary General: Dr Farhan Essa
• Vice President: Dr Bilal Faiz Khan
• Joint Secretary: Dr Muhammad Iqbal
• Treasurer: Dr Naeem Asghar Aleem

The election of this team marks a pivotal moment for PHCA—a key representative body for private healthcare providers in Pakistan. The newly elected leadership brings together a blend of clinical experience, administrative insight, and a shared vision for elevating healthcare standards.

Strategic focus of the new leadership:

The incoming team has pledged to implement a comprehensive strategic roadmap aimed at:

• Strengthening dialogue between private providers and government regulators
• Improving patient care, safety, and ethical standards
• Advocating for reforms that make quality healthcare more accessible and affordable
• Supporting medical institutions through legal, operational, and training frameworks

The PHCA’s new leadership is expected to play a key role in policy consultations, health system strengthening, and building a collaborative network of private sector stakeholders across Pakistan.

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