Department of Pharmacy, CECOS University

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Future Pharmacists in Action: Research & Innovation at Pak‑China Trade Centre

We’re so proud of our final‑year Pharmacy students from CECOS University! Under the guidance of Dr. Shah Faisal, they presented five research posters at the Medication Management Conference organized by Shifa International Hospital at the Pak‑China Trade Centre, Islamabad.

The connections and ideas sparked at the event—digital medication‑reconciliation tools and pharmacist‑led safety protocols—will help bridge classroom learning and real patient care.

Congratulations to our students for representing us so well!

**MS Admission Test Announcement**
We are pleased to announce that the admission test for the MS program at the Department of Pharmacy, CECOS University of IT and Emerging Sciences will be held on November 4th, 2025. The last date for submitting applications is November 3rd, 2025.

**Special Offer for CECOS University Pharmacy Graduates:**
Graduates of the Department of Pharmacy, CECOS University, can appear in the MS admission test by providing a course completion certificate.
Exclusive 25% waiver on admission fees for Department of Pharmacy, CECOS University graduates.

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A meeting of the Faculty of Life Sciences was chaired by Prof. Dr. Fazal Subhan, Dean, Faculty of Life Sciences.

Agenda Highlights:
1. Introduction of All Faculty Members
2. Conduction of Examinations
3. Academic Performance of Departments

The meeting provided a great platform for interaction, collaboration, and sharing ideas among faculty members. It also emphasized the commitment of the Faculty of Life Sciences towards maintaining academic standards, improving teaching methodologies, and ensuring smooth examination processes.

Faculty members from the Department of Pharmacy, Department of Allied Health Sciences, Institute of Integrative Biosciences, and Department of Nursing actively participated, making the discussion more insightful and productive.

Together, we continue to move forward towards academic excellence, innovation, and growth.

We’re pleased to share a concise recap of 'Next Step 2025: Transforming Students into Professionals', an event held on Sep 2, 2025 at CECOS University. The Career Development Centre, the Pharmacy Department, and the Med IMPACT society of the Pharmacy Department joined hands to organise the event. The session was attended by HOD, Pharmacy, Prof. Dr. Fazal Subhan and Chairman of the Med Impact Society, Mr. Asif Wasim and students of the Med IMPACT society.

Key highlights of the program include:

Workshop Session – Covering Career Planning, Resume and Interview Skills, and Professional Branding.

Interactive Student Activities – Including Career Mapping, Networking Role-Play, and Goal-Setting.

Recognition of the contributions of Med IMPACT society, Young Initiative Society, and the distribution of certificates and shields among them.

At CECOS, we continue to cultivate both academic excellence and the professional competencies essential for future responsibilities.

Final year research students, under the supervision of Dr. Shah faisal, attended an orientation session at Hayatabad Medical Complex (HMC), Peshawar. The session aimed to build awareness about hospital protocols, ethical considerations, and professional practices.
Students engaged in a fruitful discussion with HMC pharmacy staff, gaining clarity on key questions. They were introduced to the functions of Inpatient, Outpatient, and ER pharmacies and visited different wards to observe real-time pharmacy services.
The session enriched students’ knowledge, highlighting the vital role of pharmacists in patient care, ethics, and safe medication use.

In line with our aim to provide our students with professional experience, the second cohort of 8th semester Pharmacy students of CECOS University of IT and Emerging Sciences visited Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital & Research Centre as part of their experiential learning activity on August 22, 2025

The visit provided students with valuable exposure to the Aseptic Section, Outpatient Pharmacy, and the Compounding Unit.
This activity, conducted under the supervision of subject instructor, Ms. Anam Talat was aimed at bridging classroom learning with real-life implementation.

We are especially grateful to Dr. Rehan (Manager Pharmacy) and Dr. Abdul Wahab (Assistant Manager Pharmacy) for their generous time, guidance, and insightful mentorship during the visit.
Such opportunities play a vital role in preparing our students to become competent, responsible, and patient-focused pharmacists, especially in the oncology section.

🚀 SESSION REVIEW 🚀

We had an AMAZING time at our CV Writing and Interview Preparation session, and we're thrilled to hear that it was FRUITFUL for all the students who attended! 🎉

Our industry expert, Mr. Jawad Amin, CEO of Innovative Advisory, shared valuable insights and tips on how to craft a compelling CV, ace an interview, and showcase your skills to potential employers. 💼

The session was INTERACTIVE, with students asking some fantastic questions and engaging in meaningful discussions. We're so proud of our students for taking the initiative to learn and grow! 💬

A huge thank you to Mr. Jawad Amin for sharing his expertise and to everyone who attended. We're already looking forward to the next session! 📅

"From traditional dresses to passionate speeches, from every department to every heart, today we unite to celebrate our Independence Day with pride, culture, and the true spirit of our nation!"
Happy Independence Day.

The Med Impact Society, a student-led initiative of the Pharmacy Department at CECOS University, successfully organized the "First Response Ready", a Basic Life Support (BLS) training on August 6, 2025 at the university auditorium.

This hands-on workshop, in collaboration with the Nursing Department, equipped students with vital skills in CPR and the Heimlich Maneuver—crucial for saving lives in emergencies.

Special thanks to our experienced facilitators Mr. Ihsanullah, Mr. Syed Maaz, Mr. Yasir Ahmad, and Mr. Abdul Aziz from Nursing, and our esteemed leaders, including Dr. Fazal Subhan, Dr. Ziaullah Shah, and Madam Hina Ajmal for their support.

Together, we're fostering a culture of preparedness and life-saving action! 💪🩺

In July's departmental CPD session, Dr. Shah Faisal shared his experience and expertise on 'The dilemma of polypharmacy: the root of multiple problems'. Drawing from his extensive clinical experience and research, Dr. Faisal highlighted the challenges and risks associated with the simultaneous use of multiple medications, especially in elderly and chronic disease patients. The talk was met with keen interest and discussion among faculty members.