Prof. Dr. Hafiz Zia-ul-Islam – Eye Specialist

Prof. Dr. Hafiz Zia-ul-Islam is a senior ophthalmologist and eye specialist in Peshawar with a longstanding career in clinical ophthalmology, medical education, research and institutional leadership. He currently sees patients privately at Aman Hospital, Peshawar, for the assessment and management of eye and vision-related conditions.

In addition to his clinical work, Prof. Dr. Zia-ul-Islam has held several prominent positions within the medical education system of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. His career has included senior roles at Khyber Medical College, Khyber Teaching Hospital, Khyber Girls Medical College and Bacha Khan Medical College, Mardan.

He has also held a national leadership role in ophthalmology, having served as President of the Ophthalmological Society of Pakistan (OSP). The Pakistan Journal of Ophthalmology reported his election as OSP president in 2016.

Prof. Dr. Hafiz Zia-ul-Islam’s Specialties

Prof. Dr. Zia-ul-Islam’s primary medical specialty is ophthalmology, the branch of medicine concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases affecting the eyes and vision.

His clinical and academic background includes involvement in areas such as:

• General ophthalmology
• Glaucoma assessment and management
• Cataract assessment
• Pediatric cataracts and childhood eye conditions
• Eye disease diagnosis and management
• Ophthalmic education and research

His association with glaucoma is particularly well documented. He has contributed to published research concerning the presentation and management of glaucoma at Khyber Teaching Hospital and has participated in public education about glaucoma, including its symptoms, causes and treatment.

While this demonstrates substantial professional involvement with glaucoma, it is preferable to describe him as an ophthalmologist with experience in glaucoma management rather than assigning a formal subspecialty title such as “glaucoma specialist” without evidence of specific fellowship training.

Private Practice at Aman Hospital, Peshawar

Prof. Dr. Hafiz Zia-ul-Islam sees patients privately at Aman Hospital in Peshawar.

Patients may consult him for specialist assessment of eye and vision problems, including reduced or blurred vision and conditions such as cataracts and glaucoma. An ophthalmological examination may also be appropriate for patients experiencing persistent visual changes or other symptoms requiring specialist evaluation.

Private Practice: Aman Hospital
Location: Dabgari, Gardens, Peshawar
Specialty: Ophthalmology / Eye Specialist

Consultation days, timings, appointment availability and fees may change, so patients should confirm the latest information directly with the hospital before visiting.

Academic Career and Medical Education

Prof. Dr. Zia-ul-Islam has made significant contributions to medical education in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

He served as Principal of Khyber Medical College and has also held senior leadership responsibilities at Khyber Teaching Hospital. Hayatabad Medical Complex has identified him as a former Chief Executive of Khyber Teaching Hospital, Peshawar.

He was also closely involved in establishing new medical colleges in the province.

Khyber Girls Medical College identifies Prof. Dr. Zia-ul-Islam as its founder Principal. According to the college’s institutional history, he oversaw the early academic and administrative development of the institution.

His medical-education leadership subsequently extended to Mardan, where he became founder Principal of Bacha Khan Medical College. The Journal of Bacha Khan Medical College has identified him as Professor of Ophthalmology, former founder Principal of Khyber Girls Medical College and founder Principal of Bacha Khan Medical College.

These roles distinguish his career from that of an ophthalmologist working exclusively in clinical practice.

Ophthalmological Society of Pakistan

Prof. Dr. Zia-ul-Islam has also contributed to the development of ophthalmology at the national professional level.

The Pakistan Journal of Ophthalmology reported that he was elected President of the Ophthalmological Society of Pakistan (OSP) in 2016.

His involvement in professional ophthalmology education has continued beyond that leadership position. Proceedings from the Ophthalmological Society of Pakistan’s 2024 conference identify Zia-ul-Islam as a chairperson for sessions associated with the Ophthalmic Research and Education Forum (OREF).

Glaucoma Experience and Research

Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that can damage the optic nerve and may cause permanent vision loss if not appropriately detected and managed.

Prof. Dr. Zia-ul-Islam has been involved in clinical research concerning glaucoma. He was among the authors of research examining the presentation and management of glaucoma at Khyber Teaching Hospital, which evaluated different forms of glaucoma and their clinical management.

His expertise has also been used for public health education. Pakistan Broadcasting Corporation interviewed him as an eye specialist for a program specifically addressing glaucoma, its causes, symptoms and treatment.

People at increased risk of glaucoma may require comprehensive eye examinations because some forms of the disease can progress without obvious symptoms during their early stages.

Pediatric Cataract and Eye Care

Prof. Dr. Zia-ul-Islam’s academic work has also covered eye conditions affecting children.

He was among the authors of research from Khyber Teaching Hospital examining the management of pediatric cataracts. The study included 110 pediatric cataract cases and considered congenital, developmental, traumatic and complicated cataracts.

This provides documented evidence of his academic involvement in pediatric ophthalmology and cataract management.

However, I would not describe him as a pediatric ophthalmologist unless we subsequently verify formal subspecialty training in pediatric ophthalmology.

Research and Professional Contributions

Alongside glaucoma and pediatric cataract research, Prof. Dr. Zia-ul-Islam has been associated with ophthalmic research covering other important eye conditions.

Published work from the Department of Ophthalmology at Khyber Teaching Hospital includes research concerning retinoblastoma, a serious eye cancer primarily affecting young children.

His career therefore reflects involvement in several areas of ophthalmology through a combination of clinical practice, teaching, research, professional leadership and medical administration.

Current Medical-Education Role

Prof. Dr. Zia-ul-Islam has more recently been associated with the Zia Institute of Medical Sciences (ZIMS) in Mardan.

The institution identifies Prof. Dr. Ziaul Islam in senior leadership associated with the ZIMS Group and its medical-education initiatives.

This should be distinguished from his private ophthalmology practice: patients seeking an eye consultation in Peshawar can inquire about his private practice at Aman Hospital.

Specialties / Areas of Professional Interest:

• Ophthalmologist
• Eye Specialist
• General Ophthalmology
• Glaucoma Assessment & Management
• Cataract Assessment
• Pediatric Cataract
• Eye Disease Diagnosis & Management
• Ophthalmic Research & Education