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Ghulam Mustafa

Ghulam Mustafa

Consultant Pediatrician & Pediatrics Pulmonologist
Shaqra

Summary

Consultant Pediatrician/Pulmonologist, Professor & Chairman of the Pediatric Department with specialized expertise in Flexible Bronchoscopy, Lung Ultrasound, FeNO, Preschool Spirometry, Sweat Chloride Testing, and Pulmonary Function Testing. Renowned for mentoring over 10,000 medical professionals, and spearheading initiatives that enhanced health outcomes and community awareness. A prolific researcher with 100+ publications, an impact factor exceeding 3200, and over 55,000 citations. Author of two books and a frequent speaker at regional and international conferences.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Consultant Pediatrician & Assoc. Prof

Shaqra University
12.2019 - Current
  • Managed complex cases especially respiratory problems like Asthma, Cystic Fibrosis, Pneumonia, Bronchiolitis, Upper respiratory tract problems, etc.
  • Developed comprehensive care plans for patients with complex medical conditions like Meningitis, Epilepsy, Cerebra palsy, Nephrotic syndrome, Anemias, Thalassemia, Celiac Disease, Chronic diarrheas, Urinary tract infections and Thyroid issues, resulting in improved health management.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and healthcare needs of children like Epilepsy, Meningitis, Respiratory & GI infections.
  • Established partnerships with local schools to promote healthy behaviors among children and adolescents with programs like PASS-Program for Asthma Screening in Schools.
  • Mentored over 150 junior physicians, medical students, and Para-Medical Staff fostering professional growth and excellence in pediatrics.
  • Research on emerging pediatric health issues like COVID-19, Asthma, Pneumonia, contributing to advancements in the field of child healthcare.
  • Presented research findings at International & regional conferences (American Academy of Pediatrics, European Respiratory Society, European Society of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, Asian Pacific Society of Pulmonary Association, Pakistan Pediatric Association etc.), advancing knowledge exchange among professionals in the field of pediatrics.
  • Utilized telemedicine platforms to expand access to specialized pediatric care for patients in remote areas.
  • Optimized clinical workflows by implementing electronic medical records systems, enhancing coordination in various departments.

Consultant Pediatrician/Pulmonologist, Professor

Nishtar Medical University & Hospital
12.1999 - 06.2023
  • Managed complex cases especially respiratory problems like Asthma, TB, Cystic Fibrosis, Pneumonia, Bronchiolitis, Bronchiectasis, Upper respiratory tract problems, Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia and Plural diseases etc.
  • Developed comprehensive care plans for patients with complex medical conditions like Meningitis, Epilepsy, Cerebra palsy, Nephrotic syndrome, Anemias, Thalassemia, Celiac Disease, Chronic diarrheas, Urinary tract infections and Thyroid issues, resulting in improved health management.
  • Led initiatives to improve preventive care measures for pediatric patients (IMMAN-Initiative for Mother Milk Awareness in Newborns, Child PALAN-Child Protection Against Labor And Neglect, Hand WASH-Hand Wash And Save Health), reducing the incidence of common illnesses.
  • Established partnerships with local schools to promote healthy behaviors among children and adolescents with programs like Health-MAPS-Health Management & Awareness Program for Schools, PASS-Program for Asthma Screening in Schools.
  • Devised plans for community empowerment concerning activity, hygiene and disease prevention with program like CATCH- Coordinated Access To Child Health (an advocacy program for parents).
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based pediatric practices and treatment plans with American Academy of Pediatrics like I-CAP( Initiative for Community Acquired Pneumonia).
  • Participated in AAP's quality improvement projects like QUIPP-QUality Improvement in Pediatric Practices aimed (UTI and Bronchiolitis) at optimizing their management.
  • Spearheaded comprehensive healthcare plan for children in community setting like UNICEF's IMCI-Integrated Management of Childhood Illnesses program.
  • Developed strategies to enhance TB detection, Diagnosis, Access to treatment, and follow-up plans in the community and vulnerable populations.
  • Mentored over 10, 000 Post Graduate Residents, junior physicians, medical students, and Para-Medical Staff fostering professional growth and excellence in pediatrics.
  • Research on emerging pediatric health issues like Asthma, Polio, GBS, Pneumonia, TB, Cystic fibrosis, Nephrotic syndrome, Celiac disease, contributing to advancements in the field of child healthcare.
  • Presented research findings at International & regional conferences (American Academy of Pediatrics, European Respiratory Society, European Society of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, Asian Pacific Society of Pulmonary Association, Pakistan Pediatric Association etc.), advancing knowledge exchange among professionals in the field of pediatrics.

Pediatric Resident Officer

Nishtar Medical University & Hospital
04.1993 - 12.1999
  • Managed complex pediatric cases and collaborated with attending physicians to ensure accurate diagnosis and care. Handled neonatal complications in high-risk deliveries and assisted with key diagnostic procedures like lumbar punctures and bone marrow aspirations. Engaged in family education on preventive care and actively participated in case conferences/grandrounds to enhance clinical expertise.


Education

Fellow Pediatric Pulmonology & PICU - Pediatric Pulmonology & PICU

National University Hospital
NUS, Singapore
08-2003

FCPS-Pediatrics - Pediatrics

College of Physicians & Surgeons
Pakistan
11-1999

MCPS- Pediatrics. - Pediatrics

College of Physicians And Surgeons
Pakistan
11-1999

MBBS - Medicine & Surgery

King Edward Medical University
Lahore, Pakistan
12-1989

Skills

  • Advanced Clinical Expertise in Pediatric Pulmonology & Intensive Care including Flexible BRONCHOSCOPY, Lung Ultrasound, Spirometry, FeNO (Fractional exhaled Nitric oxide), PFTs, Chest tubes, and central line insertions

  • Leadership in Academic and Clinical Settings (Professor & Department Head roles)

  • Extensive Research Experience with over 100 peer-reviewed publications (Impact factor: 3208172, Citations: > 56,554, h-Index: 57, i10-Index: 70)

  • Medical Education & Training Leadership including curriculum development, assessment methods, and workshop facilitation

  • Strong Communication & Public Health Advocacy Skills through public talks, media appearances, and community programs

  • International Collaboration & Representation at global conferences and through society memberships

  • Editorial & Peer Review Roles for reputed journals including The Lancet, BMJ, and Pediatrics International

Certification

SCFHS-Consultant Pediatrician

Interests

Founder & Director: Helping Hands Foundation Convenor-Pediatric Pulmonary Group-Pakistan Pediatric Association, Pakistan

Coordinator: Pediatric Lung Association

Reviewer I-CATCH grants: American Academy of Pediatrics-Global Health

Advisory Board Member: Meningitis Research Foundation

Advisory Board Member: Global Asthma and Alergy Patient Platform

Timeline

SCFHS-Consultant Pediatrician

05-2020

Consultant Pediatrician & Assoc. Prof

Shaqra University
12.2019 - Current

Consultant Pediatrician/Pulmonologist, Professor

Nishtar Medical University & Hospital
12.1999 - 06.2023

Pediatric Resident Officer

Nishtar Medical University & Hospital
04.1993 - 12.1999

Fellow Pediatric Pulmonology & PICU - Pediatric Pulmonology & PICU

National University Hospital

FCPS-Pediatrics - Pediatrics

College of Physicians & Surgeons

MCPS- Pediatrics. - Pediatrics

College of Physicians And Surgeons

MBBS - Medicine & Surgery

King Edward Medical University

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