Dr. Najam Shabbir

Dr. Najam Shabbir is a distinguished Professor of Surgery and UK-trained Consultant General Surgeon with over 30 years of clinical, academic, and surgical experience. He has served in leadership roles such as Chairman of Surgical Departments in renowned hospitals across Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Ireland, and the United Kingdom. He has trained numerous postgraduate surgical students and has been actively involved in surgical education and mentorship. Currently, he practices at Lyfe Health Care, Karachi, where he provides expert care in general, laparoscopic, and colorectal surgeries.

Dr. Shabbir has an extensive background in surgical research, with a focus on minimally invasive surgery, hernia repair techniques, thyroid and breast surgery, and colorectal disorders. He has contributed to the development of clinical guidelines in general surgery and has participated in several international surgical forums. His research has been instrumental in improving surgical protocols and patient safety outcomes in both public and private healthcare sectors.

Dr. Najam Shabbir has authored over 20 research papers in reputed surgical journals. His notable publications include studies on laparoscopic management of inguinal hernias, surgical outcomes in thyroidectomy and appendectomy, and the treatment of complex fistula cases in resource-limited settings. He has also contributed research on comparative techniques in open versus laparoscopic surgeries and has written on the integration of simulation-based training in surgical education across South Asia. His work reflects a consistent focus on improving surgical safety, technique refinement, and academic advancement in general surgery.