Welcome to Pakistan Society of Neurology
Pakistan Society of Neurology (PSN) is the official representative body of Pakistani Neurologists working for almost three decades.
Who We Are
Pakistan neurology community held its first formal meeting in 1994 at Lahore while in 2003 organized its first national meeting under the umbrella of Pakistan Society of Neurology (PSN). In March 2014, it formally got registered under the society act and became formally affiliated with the World Federation of Neurology (WFN) as an affiliated national representative body.
Our Vision
To promote excellence in neurological care through education and research across Pakistan, ensuring equitable access to state-of-the-art services, and ensuring brain health for all.
Our Mission
The Pakistan Society of Neurology (PSN) is committed to:
- Enhancing the quality of neurological care through evidence-based practice and continuous professional development
- Strengthening training and research in neurology to meet national and international standards
- Advocating for policies that improve brain health, stroke care, epilepsy, and other neurological services across all regions of Pakistan
- Building collaborations with global and regional neurology communities to share knowledge and resources
- Raising public awareness about neurological disorders, their prevention, and timely treatment
PSN primarily encourages neurologists within Pakistan to maintain links with each other, in order to:
- Provide leadership to the existing and upcoming neurologists in Pakistan
- Promote more effectively the welfare and interests of its members
- Establish mutually beneficial relationships with other similar societies
- Provide administrative infrastructure for academic neurology development
- Exchange ideas to promote better patient care and enhance research activities
Our Core Values
Community
We work together as neurology professionals to accomplish the mission and vision of the society and to share our knowledge and skills in belonging to and serving the neurology community.
Leadership
We empower members, patients, and other stakeholders to make constructive changes in their own lives and the lives of others in the neurology community.
Integrity
We set and maintain the highest ethical standards for ourselves and our programs.
Respect
We embrace the self-respect and uniqueness of every person, being sensitive and empathetic to the needs of others.
Our Commitment to Excellence
Professional Development
Continuous learning and skill enhancement opportunities for neurologists
Collaboration
Building strong partnerships with national and international organizations
Research Excellence
Promoting and supporting neurological research in Pakistan
Our Leadership Team
Professor Naila N. Shahbaz
President
Dow University of Health Sciences
Dr. Khalid Sher
Vice President
Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre
Dr. Bashir Ahmed Soomro
General Secretary
Ziauddin University
Dr. Syed Ahmed Asif
Treasurer
Liaquat National Hospital