Former VC Baqai, Gen. Dr Azhar passes away

Prof. Lt. Gen. Dr Syed Azhar Ahmed, former Vice-Chancellor, Baqai Medical University passed away in the evening of March 21st, in the USA, where he was receiving treatment for his unstable health condition.

Dr Azhar was and continues to be a celebrated asset of Pakistan. He had been awarded with prestigious awards, inlcuding Hilal-e-Imtiaz  and Sitara-e-Basalat, for his bold and heroic services in the military. 

He was also awarded an honorary PhD by Baqai Medical University for his meritorious contributions in the field of Pathology spanning over half a century.

The publisher, editors and all staff members of Dental Tribune, Dental News, and JPDA offer their heartfelt condolence to the bereaved family.