📅 Date: Saturday, 10 October⏰ Time: 9:30 PM onwards After
9th to 11th October 2026, PC Bhurban Hotel, Pakistan
Join APICON to be part of a premier scientific gathering that brings together leading experts in anaesthesia, pain management, and intensive care. Gain valuable insights through keynote sessions, workshops, and interactive discussions while networking with professionals from across the region and beyond. Enhance your knowledge, build meaningful collaborations, and experience a perfect blend of academic excellence and professional growth in a prestigious setting.
Patron in Chief
Dr. Syed Tipu Sultan is one of Pakistan’s most distinguished anaesthesiologists, with an illustrious career spanning clinical practice, medical education, and healthcare leadership. He has served as Head of Anaesthesiology and Medical Superintendent at Civil Hospital Karachi, Principal of Dow Medical College, and Dean of Anaesthesiology at the College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan. After completing his MBBS and training in the UK, including specialization at Charing Cross Hospital, London, Dr. Sultan returned to Pakistan in 1976 to advance the field of anaesthesiology. He played a pioneering role in establishing one of the first intensive care units (ICUs) in the public sector at Civil Hospital Karachi. Beyond his professional achievements, Dr. Sultan is widely respected for his contributions to philanthropy, social welfare, and medical relief efforts, including his active role during the 2005 earthquake. He has also been associated with the Sindh Institute of Urology and Transplantation and served as Principal of Bahria Medical University Karachi. He currently serves as Chairperson of the Sindh Healthcare Commission. Known for his humility, wit, and dedication to service, Dr. Sultan continues to inspire the medical community in Pakistan.
Joint Secretary
Dr. Etizaz Haider Kazmi is a Senior Consultant Anaesthesiologist and Intensivist with over 36 years of clinical expertise, including more than 25 years in cardiac anaesthesia. He is a recognized leader in the field, currently serving at Bahria International Hospital, Rawalpindi, where he specializes in cardiac and general anaesthesia, as well as intensive care. Dr. Kazmi has held various senior positions, including Professor of Anaesthesia & Pain Medicine at Islamic International Medical College and Consultant Anaesthetist at prominent institutions such as Shifa International Hospital and AFIC/NIHD. His qualifications include FCPS and MCPS in Anaesthesiology, with extensive postgraduate education and training. He is also a CPSP-approved supervisor/examiner and has contributed significantly to medical education, particularly in anaesthesia and critical care. With numerous peer-reviewed publications and a history of national and international speaking engagements, Dr. Kazmi remains committed to advancing the fields of anaesthesia and intensive care through research and education.
Chair Scientific Committee
Dr. Rashad Siddiqi is Professor of Anaesthesiology at Army Medical College Rawalpindi, working as Consultant Cardiac Anaesthesia and Director Intensive Care at AFIC-NIHD. With almost 50 publications to his name, he has a keen interest in teaching and training and has been an instructor for CEEA and BASIC Courses. He is American Heart Association (AHA)’s Regional Faculty for Middle East & North Africa (MENA) region since 2023. Dr. Rashad has been a part of Team APICON for last 25 years and has remained part of 7 highly successful International Conferences at Islamabad and Bhurban under this banner.
Chair Registration & Accommodation Committee
Dr Syed Muzaffar kirmani is Professor of Anaesthesiology at CMH Lahore Medical College, working as Consultant Cardiac Anaesthetist/ Head of department of Cardiac Anaesthesia & Intensive Care at Army Cardiac Hospital Lahore. He has been an instructor for CEEA, BASIC courses. He is also an AHA certified BLS and ACLS instructor and Training centre administrator at ACH Lahore. He has 25 research publications to his name with cardiac intensive care being the primary focus of his interest! He has been member of team APICON for the last 18 years, conducting 5 successful international conferences in the process!
During APICON15 we will explore how anesthesiologists redefine clinical pathways, integrating perioperative excellence and patient-centered leadership to optimize outcomes and shape a modern culture of care.
Prof Shahab Naqvi
Prof Rashad Siddiqi
Prof Shahab Naqvi
ePoster
Workshop
Young Presenter Award
📅 Date: Saturday, 10 October⏰ Time: 9:30 PM onwards After
📅 Date: Saturday, 10 October⏰ Time: 9:30 AM onwards Step
Address: Hotel Rd, Bhurban
Phone:
📞 051-5705790 (Ext: 193, 194)
📞 051-5173261 (Ext: 193, 194)
Luxury Accomodation
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Phone:
📞 051-5705790 (Ext: 193, 194)
📞 051-5173261 (Ext: 193, 194)
Address: Hotel Rd, Bhurban
Phone:
📞 051-5705790 (Ext: 193, 194)
📞 051-5173261 (Ext: 193, 194)
