Federal Minister for National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination Syed Mustafa Kamal inaugurated the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences at the Health Services Academy, marking a significant step toward strengthening pharmaceutical education, public health research, and health workforce development in Pakistan.
Addressing the inauguration ceremony, Mustafa Kamal said Pakistan possesses the talent, institutional capacity, and professional expertise needed to build a stronger and more resilient healthcare system.
He emphasized the importance of producing competent doctors, pharmacists, and public health professionals who can serve society with integrity, professionalism, and a strong sense of public responsibility.
The minister highlighted the need to shift the country’s healthcare focus from treatment to prevention. “Our goal should be to keep people healthy and prevent them from becoming patients,” he said, stressing that expanding hospitals alone would not be enough to address Pakistan’s healthcare challenges.
He called for greater investment in primary healthcare, disease prevention, and health promotion, noting that a strong healthcare system is essential for public wellbeing, economic stability, and sustainable national development.
Mustafa Kamal further stressed the importance of developing a trained, ethical, and prevention-oriented health workforce capable of protecting communities, promoting healthy lifestyles, and reducing the burden of disease before illness occurs.
Speaking on the occasion, Prof. Dr. Shahzad Ali Khan said pharmaceutical sciences are a vital pillar of the healthcare sector.
He added that the newly established School of Pharmaceutical Sciences would enhance academic excellence and contribute to policy development in pharmacy, regulation, and health systems strengthening.
The launch of the new school is expected to play a key role in advancing pharmaceutical education and supporting Pakistan’s efforts to improve healthcare delivery and public health outcomes.