A medical report from a check-up conducted on former Prime Minister Imran Khan at Adiala Jail on August 10 has revealed that a four-member medical board assessed his anxiety level at three-plus. The board included Dr Farqad Alamgir, who was brought in from London for Imran Khan’s treatment, along with Dr Arif Khan, Dr Akhtar Ali Bandesha, and Dr Ali Arif. This board was appointed by the federal government to examine the former premier.
Dr Alamgir’s involvement has also been noted in recent discussions regarding Imran Khan’s medical care. The board recommended that Imran take a daily one-hour walk to help manage his blood pressure and anxiety. Additionally, it suggested that he be allowed regular access to his family, newspapers, television, and books, and that his meetings with his wife be increased to support his mental well-being.
This report emerges amid ongoing controversy surrounding Imran Khan’s medical treatment and access to specialist care. The August 10 examination followed an earlier check-up by consultant cardiologist Dr Akhtar Ali Bandesha on August 1, when Imran reported experiencing fluctuating blood pressure, headaches, and anxiety. At that time, his blood pressure was recorded at 140/100 mmHg with a pulse rate of 50 beats per minute. Dr Bandesha had also recommended increasing Imran’s interactions with his wife and providing him access to newspapers and television to alleviate mental stress.
The newly surfaced report from August 10 noted that Imran’s blood pressure was 140/80 mmHg, and his pulse rate was 54 beats per minute. He did not report any chest pain, heaviness, shortness of breath, or palpitations. His electrocardiogram (ECG) was normal, and an echocardiogram showed normal heart valves and chambers.
An earlier report from Adiala Jail, submitted to the Supreme Court on August 17, stated that Imran Khan had undergone 39 medical examinations by various specialists between November 2023 and August 10, 2026. The report also highlighted that Imran’s affected eye had nearly regained normal vision following treatment for central retinal vein occlusion (CRVO), a condition impairing blood flow in the retina.
The matter was subsequently brought before the Supreme Court, which on August 18 ordered that Imran be transferred to Shifa International Hospital for comprehensive medical assessment and treatment, and requested his complete medical records. However, citing security concerns, the government instead transferred him to the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) during the night of August 20-21.
At PIMS, a detailed medical examination was conducted by a team including an ophthalmologist, cardiologist, and physician. Information Minister Attaullah Tarar stated that the medical team declared Imran medically fit before he was returned to Adiala Jail. The hospital administration later confirmed that two specialists from Shifa International Hospital had participated in the eye examination, while PIMS specialists handled other medical tests. The hospital also noted that its medical board had finalized Imran’s medical fitness report but did not disclose its contents.
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