Dr. Muhammad Hafeezullah – Cardiologist

Prof. Dr. Muhammad Hafeezullah is a senior cardiologist in Peshawar with a distinguished career spanning clinical cardiology, medical education, healthcare administration and institutional development. He has held several important leadership positions in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s medical sector, including serving as the second Vice-Chancellor of Khyber Medical University (KMU). KMU describes him as one of the country’s leading cardiologists.

His career is particularly notable for combining specialist cardiac care with senior academic and administrative responsibilities. His work has contributed to the development of medical education and cardiovascular services in Peshawar and the wider province.

Leadership at Khyber Medical University

Prof. Dr. Muhammad Hafeezullah served as the second Vice-Chancellor of Khyber Medical University. During his tenure, KMU’s new building was completed and several institutes were established, including the Institute of Basic Medical Sciences (IBMS), Institute of Nursing Sciences (INS), Institute of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (IPM&R), and Institute of Health Professions Education & Research (IHPE&R).

His contributions to the university were later formally recognised when KMU named its multi-purpose hall after Prof. Dr. Muhammad Hafeezullah.

Contribution to Cardiac Care in Peshawar

One of the significant aspects of Prof. Dr. Muhammad Hafeezullah’s career has been his involvement in strengthening cardiac healthcare facilities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

He played an important role in the development of the Peshawar Institute of Cardiology (PIC), contributing from the project’s conception through its implementation. PIC has since developed into a major specialist cardiovascular institution serving patients from Peshawar and other parts of the region.

His professional background also includes senior responsibilities at Lady Reading Hospital (LRH), where he previously served as Chief Executive. He has additionally served as Dean of the Postgraduate Medical Institute (PGMI).

Areas of Professional Expertise

Prof. Dr. Muhammad Hafeezullah’s professional background is centred on cardiology and cardiovascular medicine, with experience extending into medical education and healthcare leadership.

Key areas associated with his career include:

• Adult cardiology
• Cardiovascular disease assessment
• Coronary artery disease
• Ischemic heart disease
• Hypertension
• Heart rhythm disorders
• Cardiovascular risk assessment
• Long-term management of heart disease
• Medical education and postgraduate training
• Healthcare administration and institutional development

Academic and Institutional Contributions

Beyond cardiology practice, Prof. Dr. Muhammad Hafeezullah has played a substantial role in medical education. His leadership positions at KMU, PGMI and LRH placed him at the intersection of specialist healthcare, postgraduate education and institutional management.

He was also involved in establishing Kohat Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS) and Kohat Institute of Dental Sciences (KIDS), further extending his contribution to medical and dental education in the province.