IMDC Launches Clinical AI Certification Programme
ISLAMABAD: Islamabad Medical and Dental College (IMDC), with Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto Medical University (SZABMU), has launched a Clinical AI Certification programme. The initiative aims to equip healthcare professionals with skills for modern medical practice.
The one-month weekend programme includes participants from medical, dental, nursing and allied health sciences. Students, young doctors and other healthcare professionals are taking part.
Focus on clinical AI skills
SZABMU Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Tanwir Khaliq inaugurated the programme. He said artificial intelligence has become an important part of modern healthcare and education.
Faculty from Ulster University, Belfast, designed and delivered the programme. Assistant Professor Dr Usman Hadi leads the academic team.
According to organisers, the curriculum reflects healthcare needs in the United Kingdom, United States and other advanced health systems.
Preparing healthcare professionals
GAK HealthCare International Group Chief Executive Officer Yasir Khan Niazi said AI is becoming an essential skill for healthcare professionals. He described the technology as a present reality rather than a distant possibility.
The programme focuses on practical clinical AI applications. Participants will learn how emerging tools can support healthcare delivery and clinical work.
Moreover, the training can help professionals understand how AI fits into medical environments. It also encourages learners to develop technology skills alongside their healthcare knowledge.
AI and the future of healthcare
The World Health Organisation recognises AI as a technology that can strengthen health systems. It can also support clinical decisions and expand access to quality healthcare when used responsibly.
Many countries are investing in AI-ready healthcare workforces. Europe and the United Kingdom, for example, continue developing skills for technology-supported health services.
As a result, programmes such as this can help healthcare professionals prepare for digital changes. The IMDC initiative highlights AI’s growing role in medical education and clinical practice.
Responsible use remains important as technology advances.
