KMU INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES KOHAT
A highly regarded and accredited center of excellence that uses evidence-based methods for teaching, training and research on human Biochemistry with a clinical focus for aspiring health professionals.
To impart research oriented evidence based education to produce capable and empathetic future healthcare professionals with sound knowledge of basic Biochemical fundamentals, who can serve both domestically and globally.
Biochemistry is the most important scientific discipline in medicine and is considered to be the Gateway to Medicine, Surgery and Allied. The foundation of medical practice is based on cognitive concepts, skilled hands and affectionate attitude. The goal of a solid Biochemical understanding for a physician is to be able to accurately evaluate a clinical observation and/or imaging, and manage it accordingly. The Biochemistry Department of KMU-IMS has been teaching its subject under the MBBS program, in accordance with PMDC & HEC criteria since the foundation of KMU-Institute of Medical Sciences, in 2006. Prof. Dr. Asmat Shaheen
Department of Biochemistry comprises of , lecture rooms, Biochemistry lab , all well-equipped with audiovisual and training aids. The department is subscribed with up-to-date complete 3D Biochemistry software backed by Elsevier. The Department motivates students to take an active role in large group discussions, small group discussions and research activities. Postgraduate training programs and research are undertaken in tandem with other departments, under close supervision. Additionally, it aims to support postgraduate research programs and to give the CPSP postgraduate researchers a platform to publish their research work in reputable national and international journals.
Undergraduate Biochemistry course consists of Developmental Biochemistry, Gross Biochemistry, Microscopic Biochemistry, Surface Biochemistry, and Applied/Clinical Biochemistry In accordance with the PMDC curriculum, the subject is integrated with all other basic and clinical subjects, in order to present a holistic view of the structure, normal and abnormal function(s) of major organ systems of the body. Special emphasis is laid on functional aspects & clinical Biochemistry in each discussion.
