A remarkable person who has left an indelible mark on Pakistan’s public health landscape. A cardiologist, physician, author and senator. First Pakistani female cardiologist, achieving dreams, working for humanity and inspiring the world. She graduated from Khyber medical college as the best graduate of the year with 16 gold medals, holding many more credentials including degrees from many renowned institutes of the world and now working in various health organizations across the world for the development of health reforms. Prime Minister of Pakistan appointed her as a special assistant for poverty alleviation and social safety. She also established the NGO Heartfile, working effectively for health reforms in Pakistan. She is innovating Pakistan and bringing positive change to it Her contribution has made a lasting impact on Pakistan.
Unwavering reforms for Pakistan
She dedicated herself to the advancement of healthcare in Pakistan Some of her works are appreciated here:
- She founded heartfile health financing, a program to protect poor patients from medical improperism.
- She founded Pakistan’s health policy forum.
- Playing a leading role in the Ehsaas program.
- Chair of the health committee of Aman Ki Asha.
Milestones she achieved
She is a woman of many accomplishments. Here are some of here notable achievements
- She was awarded Sitara-i-Imtiaz by the president of Pakistan.
- She was awarded with a European societies population science award.
- She was in the Top 20 most influential women in science in the Islamic world in 2014.
- The BBC included her in 100 women for 2020.
Inspiring role for everyone
Dr.Sania Nishtar’s journey is a beacon of hope and empowerment. She proved women can achieve whatever she wants to through her dedication and hard work. She is an inspiring role model for everyone, especially for Pakistani women. She’s the perfect example of “Where there’s a will, there’s a way”. There is just a need for dedication and faith in never giving up. Her story continues to inspire people across the world having global impact and recognition.