LAHORE: The White Coat Ceremony was held at Fatima Jinnah Medical University Lahore for the newly admitted first-year MBBS students, as it marks the beginning of their journey towards becoming medical professionals. Prof. Khalid Masood Gondal, Vice Chancellor, Fatima Jinnah Medical University, graced the occasion as Chief Guest.
Prof. Khalid Masood Gondal VC, FJMU presenting History Book to Aiman Umer who scored highest marks among the newely enrolled students at the White Coat Ceremony held at FJMU recently.
Principal Prof. Abdul Hamid welcomed all the participants, encouraged them, and said that you are the pride of our country. He emphasized the importance of the role that these students will play in the future as medical professionals and hard work and self-improvement. He further reminded them that they have a key responsibility to serve their country and their community and that they should take pride in their profession. He also advised them to wear a white coat with dignity and pride, which is a powerful reminder of the values and principles that are expected of medical professionals.
Vice-Chancellor Prof. Khalid Masood Gondal specially congratulated the students and their parents and welcomed them to Fatima Jinnah Medical University, the best institution of medical education in the country. Continuing he said that on this day, the real worthy of congratulations are the parents whose hard work and prayers have brought you to this place. He especially advised the students to always respect their parents and teachers from the core of their hearts, to always show hard work and dedication in their academic field, and to love their country, Pakistan, wholeheartedly. He concluded that your first duty should be to serve the ailing humanity, only for the sake of Almighty Allah.
Prof. Bilquis Shabbir briefed the participants about the University Ranking and Quality Assurance. She highlighted the role of innovation in improving the ranking and quality of the university. Dean of Basic Sciences Professor Alia Zahid administered the oath to the first-year MBBS class and welcomed them to Fatima Jinnah Medical University. A number of other faculty members also spoke on this occasion. (PR)
