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Armed Forces Institute of Cardiology / National Institute of Heart Diseases
EMERGENCY
(+92) 51-927-1002
LOCATION
Military Hospital Rd, Rawalpindi

Introduction

The Paediatric Cardiology Department at AFIC/NIHD provides comprehensive care for children and adults with Congenital and Structural Heart Diseases. We specialize in cutting-edge diagnostic and interventional cardiology procedures, including cardiac catheterization, echocardiography, and advanced imaging technologies.

Our team is dedicated to improving the lives of our patients, from neonates to adults, through personalized care, innovative treatments, and surgical interventions for conditions such as congenital heart defects, valve disorders, and structural heart diseases.

Paediatric Cardiology Department

History of Paediatric Cardiology at AFIC

The Paediatric Cardiology Department at AFIC has a rich history of dedication and growth. Established in the 1990s, the department was pioneered by Dr. Muhammad Alamgir Khan. Over the years, the department has expanded its services and capabilities, offering advanced procedures such as fetal cardiology, Paediatric cardiac surgery, and interventional cardiology.

Today, it is recognized as one of the leading centers for Paediatric cardiac care in Pakistan, providing services ranging from neonatal care to advanced interventions for adults with congenital heart defects.

Departmental Committee and Strategic Decisions

  • Team members include experienced Paediatric cardiologists, surgeons, and support staff.
  • Strategic future goals include enhancing the Transcatheter Pulmonary Valve Program, Stem Cell Therapy for DCM, and Fetal Cardiac Interventions.

Our Team

Dr. Khurram Akhtar
Prof. Dr. Khurram Akhtar

Paediatric Cardiology

Dr. Amjad Mehmood
Prof. Dr. Amjad Mehmood

Paediatric Cardiology

Dr. Mehboob Sultan
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mehboob Sultan

Paediatric Cardiology

Dr. Hajira Akbar
Asst. Prof. Dr. Hajira Akbar

Paediatric Cardiology

Routine and Novel Procedures

Routine Procedures

  • Atrial Septal Defect Device Closure (ASD Device Closure)
  • Ventricular Septal Defect Device Closure (VSD Device Closure)
  • Pulmonary Valve Ballooning
  • Aortic Valve Ballooning
  • Major Aortopulmonary Collateral Artery Coiling (MAPCA Coiling)
  • Coarctation of Aorta Stenting
  • Patent Ductus Arteriosus Device Closure (PDA Device Closure)
  • Right Ventricular Outflow Tract Stenting (RVOT Stenting)
  • Patent Ductus Arteriosus Stenting (PDA Stenting)
  • Diagnostic Catheterization (Diagnostic Cath)

Novel Procedures

  • Percutaneous Pulmonary Valve Implantation
  • Sinus Venosus Atrial Septal Defect Closure (SVASD)

Research Contributions

Our department is committed to advancing the field of cardiology with groundbreaking research and evidence-based protocols.

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