26/06/2026
📍 Educational Visit: Fatima Memorial Hospital, Lahore
Students of BS Food Science & Technology + BS Human Nutrition & Dietetics, Riphah International University Sahiwal Campus had an enriching visit to *Fatima Memorial Hospital, Lahore.
Students explored
Hospital Kitchen | Cafeteria | Dietary Department | Clinical Nutrition Unit | Food Safety & Quality Control
The program opened with a session by Prof. Dr. Shazia Zahra, Director & Associate Dean of Nutrition Program, Nur International University, Fatima Memorial System, who initiated the discussion on academic-clinical linkages and the role of dietitians in modern healthcare.
The Director, Fatima Memorial System highlighted the hospital’s history, legacy of healthcare service, and explained the different Wings of Nutrition Services*m at FMH and their role in patient care and preventive health.
She also highlighted the Business Incubation System at FMH, how it works, and welcomed Riphah Sahiwal students to take part actively in business ideas pitching. Implementation strategies for startup ideas were discussed to encourage student entrepreneurship in food & nutrition.
Students observed therapeutic meal planning, large-scale food preparation, and hospital food safety protocols. They had an interactive session with the hospital’s Internship Coordinator, Projects Principal, clinical dietitians and alumni who completed internships at international level in the UAE. The discussion covered clinical training pathways, project opportunities, and global exposure.
The visit connected academic learning with clinical practice and entrepreneurship. Students gained practical insight into clinical nutrition, institutional food service management, HACCP-based food safety, and startup opportunities in the health sector.
Thank you to Prof. Dr. Shazia Zahra, Fatima Memorial Hospital management, clinical dietitians, internship & projects office, and alumni for the support and valuable guidance 🏥