One Donor. Multiple Lives. Endless Hope. Pakistan has made remarkable progress in transplantation medicine over the past two decades. Through the dedication of healthcare professionals, institutions such as the Pakistan Kidney and Liver Institute (PKLI), and the generosity of organ donors and their families, thousands of patients have received a second chance at life through...
One Donor Can Save Up To Eight Lives Every day, thousands of patients and families face the reality of end-stage organ failure. For many, a transplant represents their only chance at survival. Yet countless patients never receive that opportunity because suitable organs are simply not available. To address this critical challenge, Pakistan Kidney and Liver...
Three Donors, Ten Lives Saved: A Historic Achievement at PKLI A remarkable milestone demonstrating innovation, teamwork, and hope for patients and families across Pakistan. “The most profound part was the planning and its flawless execution. Three donors and ten transplants is remarkable.” — Prof. Dr. Saeed Akhtar, Chairman Board of Governors, Pakistan Kidney and Liver...
A National Conversation on Healthcare In a recent episode of Face to Face on Pakistan Television Corporation (PTV), hosted by Komal Saleem, the discussion began with a public health concern that many families in Pakistan already recognize: Kidney and liver diseases are rising The pressure on hospitals continues to grow The causes, as highlighted, are...
During Ramadan 2026, Prof. Dr. Saeed Akhtar — President of Pakistan Kidney Institute (PKI), Chairman of the Pakistan Kidney and Liver Institute and Research Center (PKLI), Chairman of Jinnah Medical Complex and Research Center (JMC), and Member of the Prime Minister’s Task Force for Hepatitis C Elimination — hosted an Iftar gathering with current and...
Prof. Dr. Saeed Akhtar — President of Pakistan Kidney Institute (PKI), Chairman of the Pakistan Kidney and Liver Institute and Research Center (PKLI), Chairman of Jinnah Medical Complex and Research Center (JMC), and Member of the Prime Minister’s Task Force for Hepatitis C Elimination — met with Federal Minister Sardar Muhammad Yousaf in Islamabad.
In a widely viewed interview on Geo News’ well-known program Aik Din Geo Ke Sath, senior journalist Sohail Warraich spent time with Prof. Dr. Saeed Akhtar — President of the Pakistan Kidney Institute (PKI), Chairman of the Pakistan Kidney and Liver Institute and Research Center (PKLI), Chairman of Jinnah Medical Complex and Research Center (JMC),...
Prof. Dr. Saeed Akhter — President, Pakistan Kidney Institute (PKI); Chairman, Pakistan Kidney and Liver Institute (PKLI); and Member, Prime Minister’s Task Force for Hepatitis C Elimination (JMC & RC) — has dedicated his life to building world-class healthcare institutions in Pakistan. Coming from a family of eleven siblings, Dr. Saeed Akhter was the youngest...
Pakistan’s healthcare system stands at a critical crossroads. In recent years, increasing numbers of highly trained doctors and nurses have chosen to pursue careers abroad, raising concerns about the sustainability of the country’s medical workforce. The issue is not simply about migration—it reflects deeper structural challenges within the healthcare system, including working conditions, professional recognition,...
The Pakistan Kidney and Liver Institute and Research Center (PKLI&RC) has officially commenced its International Symposium 2026, bringing together leading national and international experts for two days of scientific exchange and multidisciplinary collaboration. For full program details and registration, visit: https://pklisymposium.com/ Held on 13–14 February 2026, the symposium is centered on the theme “Integrating Discovery...
