Fatima Jinnah Medical University Achieves Top 200 Global University Status in Medical Education

Fatima Jinnah Medical University (FJMU) has achieved a remarkable milestone by securing a prominent place among the Top 200 universities globally, according to the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings. This recognition marks a significant step forward for Pakistan’s medical education sector and places FJMU among the elite institutions making a global impact in healthcare and medical sciences.

Recognized for Global Impact in Healthcare and Education

The Times Higher Education Impact Rankings evaluate universities worldwide based on their contributions to the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). FJMU has been acknowledged for its excellence in medical education, innovative healthcare practices, and outstanding global collaborations. This acknowledgment reflects the university’s commitment to improving human health and well-being through advanced education, research, and sustainable development.

On this occasion, Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Khalid Masood Gondal expressed his pride in the university’s achievement. He stated that FJMU is the only public sector medical university in Pakistan to receive official approval for four sub-specialties in Obstetrics and Gynecology, with induction for these programs already underway. The approved sub-specialties include:

• Fetal-Maternal Medicine

• Reproductive Endocrinology

• Urogynecology

• Gynecological Oncology

These new training pathways signify a major step in producing highly specialized professionals in women’s health and maternity care.

Expansion of Academic Programs: Master's and PhD Approvals

Vice-Chancellor Dr. Khalid Masood Gondal also announced that the university’s syndicate has officially approved new postgraduate programs, including:

• Master’s and PhD in Medical Education

• PhD in Anatomy

• PhD in Community Medicine

These programs are set to commence this year, providing opportunities for advanced research and specialization in critical areas of medicine. The launch of these academic offerings will play a vital role in raising the quality of healthcare education and research capacity within Pakistan.

Cutting-Edge Training in Critical and Emerging Specialties

In addition to advancements in obstetrics and gynecology, FJMU has also launched Level-4 training programs in several high-demand medical specialties, including:

• Critical Care Medicine

• Neonatal Pediatrics

• Gastroenterology

• Community & Preventive Pediatrics

• Emergency Medicine

• Endocrinology

• Rheumatology

These programs aim to equip medical professionals with the expertise needed to tackle complex health challenges in both clinical and community settings.

International Recognition and Institutional Development

FJMU's global partnerships and commitment to excellence have not gone unnoticed. During a recent visit, Prof. Sarah Clarke and Prof. Andrew Elder, Presidents of the Royal Colleges UK, praised FJMU for its outstanding contributions to medical education and declared it a leading institution in healthcare training.

Furthermore, the university is making strides in digital and technological innovation. It is reported that YouTube videos are being utilized as AI training tools, demonstrating the university’s forward-thinking approach to integrating technology in medical education and research.

Excellence Across Departments

Dr. Gondal emphasized that departments across the university — including the Department of Medical Education, the Research Department, and the Business Incubation Center — are all performing exceptionally well. These departments are central to FJMU’s mission of producing competent, innovative, and research-oriented healthcare professionals who can contribute not only locally but also at a global level.

A Vision for the Future

The university’s success is not just a reflection of its academic programs but also of its vision for innovation, sustainability, and global engagement. Through continuous development, international collaboration, and high academic standards, Fatima Jinnah Medical University is setting a new benchmark for medical institutions in Pakistan and beyond.

As the university continues to expand its programs and enhance its international standing, it is poised to become a hub of medical excellence and innovation in the region — staying true to its commitment to serve humanity through education, research, and healthcare.