ACF has been always very active in organising awareness events and seminars to make sure that we reach out to masses for our cause. Our team has been very active to organise various annual events and collaborating with other organisations to spread the cause.ย
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3rd Annual Meeting 2023
Wednesday 11th, October 2023
at Fatima Jinnah Medical University
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Assistant Clinical Investigator
Head, Lupus Genomics and Global Health Disparities Unit (USA)
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Staff Clinician
Chief, Lupus Clinical Trials Unit
Director, Lupus Clinical Research Program (USA)
๐๐ข๐๐-๐๐ก๐๐ง๐๐๐ฅ๐ฅ๐จ๐ซ:
Prof. Khalid Masud Gondal
(T.I & Presidential Pride of Performance)
Fatima Jinnah Medical University
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๐๐๐๐ฎ๐ฅ๐ญ๐ฒ:
Prof. Nighat Mir Ahmad
Prof. Sumaira Farman Raja
Prof. Muhammad Ahmed Saeed
3rd Annual Meeting 2023
Tuesday 10th, October 2023
at King Edward Medical University Lahore
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Assistant Clinical Investigator
Head, Lupus Genomics and Global Health Disparities Unit (USA)
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Staff Clinician
Chief, Lupus Clinical Trials Unit
Director, Lupus Clinical Research Program (USA)
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Vice Chancellor, King Edward Medical University Lahore
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Chair & Dean Faculty of Medicine & Allied, King Edward Medical University
Lahore
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Chair & Founder Trustee,
Arthritis Care Foundation
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๐๐ซ๐ฆ๐๐ง ๐๐๐ฃ๐
Founder Trustee & Co-Chairperson,
Arthritis Care Foundation
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Co-Chair, and Founding Board Member,
Arthritis Care Foundation
3rd Annual Meeting 2023ย Monday 9th, October 2023ย at Arthritis Care Foundation
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Assistant Clinical Investigator
Head, Lupus Genomics and Global Health Disparities Unit (USA)
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Staff Clinician
Chief, Lupus Clinical Trials Unit
Director, Lupus Clinical Research Program (USA)
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Chair & Founder Trustee,ย
Arthritis Care Foundation
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Founder Trustee & Co-Chairperson,ย
Arthritis Care Foundation
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Co-Chair, and Founding Board Member,
Arthritis Care Foundation
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Assistant Professor
Arthritis Care Foundation
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Associate Professor
Arthritis Care Foundation
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Assistant Professor
Arthritis Care Foundation
๐๐ฎ๐ฉ๐ฎ๐ฌ: Understanding the Chronic Autoimmune Disease
Lupus, officially known as systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), is a chronic autoimmune disease that can affect various parts of the body, including joints, skin, kidneys, blood cells, brain, heart, and lungs. In lupus, the immune system, which is supposed to protect the body from infections, instead attacks healthy tissues and organs. This leads to inflammation, pain, and damage in affected areas.
Arthritis is not just a condition; itโs a battle. Letโs fight it with awareness, understanding, and empathy.
During this walk & seminar, we unite as a community to raise awareness about lupus, honor those living with the disease, and celebrate the strength and resilience of individuals who battle lupus every day. Whether you’re a lupus warrior, a caregiver, a family member, or a concerned community member, your presence and support matter greatly.
Lupus is a complex autoimmune disease that affects millions of people worldwide, and we believe it’s time to come together and make a difference.
The Institute of Rheumatic Diseases, a project by ACF, had its grand inauguration ceremony at 12-B New Muslim Town. We were honored to have Ummer Najeed as our cheif guest and an arthritis patient who has been sponsored by ACF since 2013, as our child star. The event was attended by the core members of ACF team, who have worked tirelessly to make this new clinic a reality.
With advanced healthcare facilities and increased capacity, our aim is to provide quality care to as many underprivileged patients as possible. We believe that everyone deserves access to quality healthcare, and this new clinic is a step towards achieving that goal. At ACF, we are committed to improving the lives of arthritis patients and their families, and we are grateful for the support of our donors and well-wishers who have made this project possible.
Arthritis Care Foundation (ACF) in collaboration with the Department of Rheumatology, National Hospital & Medical Centre Lahore organized an Arthritis Awareness Program to commemorate “World Arthritis Day”.ย
The educational seminar was very well received and honoured by Prof. Shahida Khawaja, Prof. Khalid Bashir, Prof. Najam un Nasir, Chair ACF; Prof. Nighat Mir and Co-Chairs ACF; Prof. Sumaira Farman & Prof. Ahmed Saeed, and Lt. Col (R) Dr. Usman Jilani Khan.ย
The awareness walk was also organized, which was participated by distinguished faculty members, fellows of Rheumatology Department, Post-graduate trainees of various departments and medical students.
Arthritis Care Foundation is theย first nonprofit organization in Pakistan, dedicated to the prevention, control and cure of the world’s leading cause of disability.ย
Join hands with ACF in our fight against disability and the pain.
Arthritis Care Foundation (ACF) in collaboration with the Department of Rheumatology, Central Park Medical College Lahore arranged an arthritis awareness walk in connection withย “World Arthritis Day”. The activity was well received and participated by distinguished faculty members, HODs, medical students, fellows in training, patients and the general public.
ACF faculty reiterated the fact that arthritis is an inflammation of the joints. If not treated properly in time, it can cause lifelong disability affecting other organs of the body including lungs, kidneys, skin and heart.
Arthritis Care Foundation is the first nonprofit organization in Pakistan, dedicated to the prevention, control and cure of the world’s leading cause of disability. Join hands with ACF in our fight against disability and the pain.
In continuation of awareness activities to commemorate World Arthritis Day on October 12, 2022, Arthritis Care Foundation (ACF) organized an educational walk in collaboration with the team of Association of Fatima Jinnah Old Graduates (AFJOG) at AFJOG House Garden Town Lahore.
The awareness walk was well received by distinguished guests including Dr. Muneera Ahmad, Prof Mussarrat Nisar, Prof Nishat Maqsood, Dr Zahida Khwaja, Dr Ghazala Tariq, Dr Shazia Nadeem, Dr Tahira Arshad, and Dr. Tauseef Irfan. The walk was also very well attended by the patients and the general public.
ACF Chair and Co-Chairs addressed the clinical issues of patients and apprised awareness messages for the general public. They emphasized the importance of early diagnosis and proper treatment of rheumatic diseases, which would help in preventing lifelong disability.
A Seminar was held on Lupus Learning Initiative & Lupus Research Launch Quality Healthcare organized by Arthritis Care Foundation & Department of Rheumatology & Medicine Fatima Jinnah Medical University (FJMU), Lahore in the Auditorium, FJMU, Lahore.
President AFJOG, Dr. Muneera Ahmed graced the occasion as Chief Guest.
Vice Chancellor Fatima Jinnah Medical University Prof. Dr. Khalid Masud Gondal welcomed the Chief Guest Dr. Muneera Ahmed.
Paediatric Rheumatologist National Institute of Health USA Dr. Laura Lewandowski, and Dr. Sarfaraz Hasni, from NIH USA Prof. Dr. Nighat Mir Ahmad, Rheumatologist Prof. Muhammad Ahmed Saeed, Rheumatologist Prof. Dr. Samaira Farman Raja and Head of Rheumatology Fatima Jinnah Medical University / Sir Ganga Ram Hospital Dr. Bilal Azeem Butt attended the seminar as Rheumatology Experts.
The main objective of the seminar is to educate awareness about the devastating effects of lupus (also known as Systemic Lupus Erythematosus) and to encourage those people who are fighting this disease around the globe.
Arthritis Care Foundation (ACF) in collaboration with the Department of Rheumatology, Central Park Medical College Lahore organized a ceremony in connection with “World Lupus Day”. The event was attended by Faculty members, medical students and patients. All participants reiterated their commitment in fight against disability, illness and pain
