About Dr. Saad Akhtar
Dr. Saad Akhtar Khan is distinguished as a leading neurosurgeon in Pakistan, recognized for pioneering minimally invasive and endoscopic brain and spine surgeries, as well as awake brain tumor surgeries in the country.
Educational Background:
- MBBS: Graduated from Ziauddin University, Pakistan, in 2007.
- FCPS: Earned the Fellowship of the College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan in 2016.
- FEBNS: Achieved the Fellowship of the European Board of Neurological Surgery in
2020. - FACS: Became a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons in 2020.
- MRCPS: Obtained Membership of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow in 2021.
- CHPE: Completed the Certificate in Health Professions Education from Liaquat National
Hospital, Karachi, in 2022. - MHPE: Master in Health Professions Education (Currently Enrolled)
Professional Experience
- Consultant Neurosurgeon: Serving at Liaquat National Medical College & Hospital, Karachi, since 2018.
- Consultant Neurosurgeon: Serving at Aga Khan University, Karachi, since 2017.
- Consultant Neurosurgeon: Worked at Memon Medical Institute Hospital, Karachi, from 2017 to 2021
- Consultant Neurosurgeon: Serving at RIMS Trauma Hospital Karachi, Since 2019
- Instructor: Held a position at Aga Khan University in 2016.
- Clinical Research Associate: Associated with Aga Khan University Hospital and the National Institute of Liver and G.I. Disease, Karachi, in 2009.
- House Officer: Completed his house job at Ziauddin Hospital, Karachi, in 2008.
Research and Publications:
Dr. Khan has contributed significantly to neurosurgical research, with his work receiving over 380 citations, reflecting his impact on the field.
Awards and Honors:
- Young Neurosurgeon Travel Grant: Awarded by the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS) to attend the EANS 2019 Congress in Dublin, Ireland.
- Young Neurosurgeon Travel Grant: Conferred by the World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies (WFNS) to attend the 16th WFNS World Congress of Neurosurgery.
Professional Affiliations
- Aga Khan University Hospital: Serving as a Consultant Neurosurgeon.
- Liaquat National Medical College & Hospital: Serving as a Consultant Neurosurgeon.
Testimonials
"Hello, I'm Hannan. I was involved in a highway accident on June 12, 2022, which resulted in a serious traumatic spinal injury. After receiving first aid and undergoing further examination at the hospital, my family and I decided to consult Dr. Saad Akhter for my spinal surgery. Following a period of observation and treatment, I was discharged from the hospital with a recommendation for six months of bed rest. However, I made an exceptional recovery within four months and was able to fly abroad for a new job. Alhamdulillah, I've been fortunate enough to not experience any significant hurdles or pain throughout my journey so far. I do take necessary precautions to protect my health and spinal well-being. I'd like to express my gratitude to Dr. Saad Akhter for his kindness, support, and expert care. I highly recommend him for any neurological or related treatments - 100%!"
I Can’t thank you enough for the special, excellent Care you have provided and for the unique gift, you are to, to your patients, I am blessed that you are my doctor! I have great confidence in you and your abilities, thank you so much for the great care and surgery you performed on me. Thanks and love
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