Dr Naseem Salahuddin, a distinguished infectious diseases expert and professor emeritus at Indus Hospital, tragically lost her life in a road accident in Morocco. Her sudden passing has deeply affected the medical community. She had recently retired after a long and impactful career in healthcare.
She was in Morocco to participate in a World Health Organization (WHO) meeting. Dr Salahuddin was highly regarded for her extensive work on rabies, tuberculosis, and antimicrobial resistance. Her efforts significantly influenced public health strategies in these critical areas.
Medical professionals nationwide have expressed profound grief over her death. The Indus Hospital & Health Network conveyed its deep sorrow through a statement, highlighting the heartfelt condolences from its Board of Directors, President, CEO, and the Dean of Indus University of Health Sciences. The organization praised her as a symbol of dedication, compassion, and excellence in infectious diseases and healthcare.
Since joining the network on November 1, 2007, Dr Salahuddin’s lifelong commitment to patient care, medical education, and humanitarian service greatly advanced the institution’s mission to provide free, quality healthcare to those in need. She was also a passionate advocate for public health, playing a pivotal role in raising awareness and advancing efforts toward a Rabies-Free Pakistan.
The hospital emphasized that her tireless work in rabies prevention and treatment saved countless lives and brought national focus to this often-overlooked health challenge. Her wisdom, humility, and dedication inspired colleagues, students, and healthcare workers alike, leaving a lasting legacy to guide future generations.
Condolences and prayers have been extended to her family, colleagues, students, and all those who benefited from her care and mentorship. Her enduring legacy of service and compassion will continue to impact many lives.
Dr Salahuddin graduated from Fatima Jinnah Medical College in 1967 and earned her internal medicine certification in the United States in 1977. She had been a member of the WHO’s Expert Advisory Panel on Rabies since 2004. Throughout her career, she contributed to numerous medical journals and newspapers and authored several books on health and medicine.
