niversity of Health Sciences (UHS) Lahore is a vibrant, internationally recognized, student-centered, research university with 87 colleges and institutes affiliated and around 70,363 undergraduate and 5,622 postgraduate students registered with it.
The University was established in 2002. It was the first dedicated health sciences university established in the province with a vision to bring qualitative and quantitative revolution in medical education and research through evolution. Almost all the public and private medical and dental colleges of the Punjab are affiliated with UHS.
The University is focused on delivering high-quality instruction in Basic Medical Sciences, revitalizing the neglected fields of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences, pioneering courses in Medical Education, Human Genetics and Behavioural Sciences, and fostering indigenous research activities.
UHS campus was inaugurated by the President of Pakistan - who is also its patron - on October 02, 2002. Its building has a commanding domed elevation and it houses spacious class rooms, high-tech labs, dining halls, staff offices, senate hall, library and 500-seater Shams Auditorium, which collectively create a perfect academic ambience.
Qualitative and Quantitative Revolution in Medical Education and Research through Evolution and thereby improve Health Care delivery to Populace. UHS shall be innovative global centre of excellence in learning and research, supporting a community of scholars and professionals committed to serving society, promoting the development of students to reach their true potential in becoming competent, ethical, caring and inquiring health professionals for the benefit of the country and the wider world.
University of Health Sciences is the only institution offering specialization in medical, dental, nursing, biomedical engineering and paramedic education in the province of Punjab. At the University of Health Sciences:
UHS is research intensive. Its ethos from its beginning has been to produce highly relevant research that solves real health problems and improve people's quality of life. At present extensive on-campus research is going on in 183 different areas including Asthma, Diabetes, Tuberculosis, Typhoid, Infertility, Environmental Pollution, Various types of Cancer, Genetic Disorders, Consanguinity, DNA Analysis, Developmental Abnormalities, Metabolic Syndromes, Hepatitis B, Liver and Renal Disorders. A high-tech Resource Lab and an Experimental Research Lab (Animal House) have been established for research purposes.
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According to the other universities in Pakistan it has great facilities but like the high rankings universities across the world it is very low standard .
Highly recommend for students who can't afford the education in developed countries.
By Adeel Ahmad (May, 2018) |
Good University and providing facilities to practically enhace knowledge and skills for young professional doctors. A place where medical doctors can continue their higher education.
By Muhammad Shahbaz (Jul, 2017) |
This is one of the biggest medical sciences university in Pakistan. It overlooks more than fifty medical colleges and dental colleges. Apart from this it runs dozens of master, bachelor and PhD programs.
Still this university can and should strive for more excellence and make sure it's staff is trained and courteous.
By Farooq Rathore (Jul, 2017) |
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The University of Health Sciences (UHS) Lahore is a premier institution dedicated to excellence in medical and health sciences education and research. It plays a vital role in shaping skilled healthcare professionals and advancing medical innovation in Pakistan.
By Sofia Manzoor (Aug, 2025) |