Name Nazir Ahmad Role Neurosurgeon | Fields Neurosurgery | |
Born 1 January 1950 (age 74) ( 1950-01-01 ) Alma mater King Edward Medical University | ||
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Nazir Ahmad (Urdu: نذیر احمد,) is a neurosurgeon from Pakistan. Known for his role in modernization of neurosurgical practices in the country, Ahmad has published over 60 international research articles in the field of neurosurgery, and is regarded as the "Father of Modern Neurosurgery in Pakistan". He is credited with laying the foundation for the Punjab Institute of Neurosciences,
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He is credited for having introduced the surgical treatment of Brain AVM'S and Aneurysms in the country. Special areas of research and practice include, Stereotactic surgery for movement disorders. Currently he is supervising studies comparing plate and screw systems with cage devices used to correct spinal instability.
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