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Faisal Masud
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| Born | 16 October 1954 Gujrat, Pakistan
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| Died | 16 August 2019 (aged 64) Lahore, Pakistan
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| Nationality | Pakistani |
| Education | MBBS (Nishtar), FRCP, FCPS (Pak) |
| Alma mater | Nishtar Medical College, Multan Royal College of Physicians, Edinburgh |
| Occupation | Endocrinologist |
| Organization | Punjab Human Organ Transplantation Authority (PHOTA) |
| Known for | Expertise in Medicine and Endocrinology |
| Awards | Tamgha-e-Imtiaz (Medal of Excellence) Award by the President of Pakistan in 2013 |
Faisal Masud (Urdu: فيصل مسعود) (16 October 1954 – 16 August 2019) was a famous Pakistani doctor who specialized in hormones and glands. This field is called endocrinology.
He helped start and lead the Services Institute of Medical Sciences (SIMS) in Lahore, Pakistan. He also served as the head of the University of Health Sciences and King Edward Medical University in Lahore.
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Becoming a Doctor and Teacher
Faisal Masud earned his first medical degree (MBBS) in 1976 from Nishtar Medical College in Multan. He then joined the Royal College of Physicians in Edinburgh, Scotland, in 1982. He became a Fellow there in 1998, focusing on endocrinology.
He started teaching medicine in 1982 at Allama Iqbal Medical College. Later, he taught at King Edward Medical University and Services Institute of Medical Sciences.
His Ideas on Medical Research
Dr. Masud strongly believed that medical schools should be open to new ideas. He really wanted doctors to do more basic research. He thought that the best new ideas often came from combining different fields of study.
He even created a special fund at SIMS to give money to young doctors for their research. This led to the creation of a research journal at SIMS called Esculapio.
Helping Diabetes Patients
In 2003, Dr. Masud opened a special center at Services Hospital Lahore to help people with diabetes. Even though it was difficult, he made it happen. His daughter even helped him create computer software to keep track of over 84,000 patients.
This center grew into a full department for endocrinology and metabolism. It also helped train new doctors in this field. Because of his great work, he became the first Fellow in endocrinology for the College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan in 2010.
Fighting the Dengue Epidemic
In 2011, a serious outbreak of Dengue fever hit the Punjab province. The government asked Dr. Masud to lead a team of experts. This team created plans and guidelines for treating dengue patients.
They also trained many doctors and nurses. For his important work during this time, he received a special award called the Tamgha-e-Imtiaz in 2013.
Solving a Mystery Illness
In late 2011, after the dengue outbreak, many patients in Lahore hospitals became very sick. They had problems with their blood. Doctors first thought it might be a new type of dengue.
However, Dr. Masud was the first to suspect it was a reaction to a medicine. He noticed that all the sick patients had taken medicine from the Punjab Institute of Cardiology (PIC). He was right! The problem was traced to a heart medicine that had been accidentally mixed with too much anti-malaria medicine. This anti-malaria medicine caused the blood problems.
Improving Hospitals with Technology
Dr. Masud was very excited about using computers and technology in hospitals. He believed it would help manage hospitals better and collect important patient information. Many people doubted him because past attempts had failed.
But within three years, he successfully created and put into use new software for patient records and hospital management. He once said that changing old ways of thinking in public hospitals was the biggest challenge.
Building a Top Medical School
Even though some people questioned his leadership skills, Dr. Masud proved them wrong. He successfully established the Services Institute of Medical Sciences (SIMS). Today, SIMS is a top choice for students who want a good medical education.
He worked hard to make SIMS a respected institution. It was recognized by important medical organizations in Pakistan. SIMS students also achieved excellent results in their exams. He also helped upgrade the hospital's buildings and equipment, like adding a new emergency department and a CT scanner.
Early Life and Family
Faisal Masud was born into a traditional family from Kashmir. Because his father was a government worker, his family moved to different places in Punjab, Pakistan. He went to different schools as a result.
Even though he did very well in his pre-medical studies, he chose to go to Nishtar Medical College in Multan. This decision surprised his father. While at university, he wasn't always the most regular student, but he still got top grades. Later, he said the university "didn't cater for my needs." He also enjoyed writing short stories in English.
His Passing
On 16 August 2019, Faisal Masud had a heart attack and passed away. At the time of his death, he was working as the founding Director General of the Punjab Human Organ Transplantation Authority (PHOTA).
Research Papers & Publications
- Glycaemic behaviour of rice & wheat as a part of mixed Pakistani diet, Pakistan Journal of Medical Research, Vol. 28, No.1, Jan–March 1989
- The Profile of patients with Ischaemic Heart Disease, Pakistan Journal of Medical Research, Vol. 29, No. 2, April–June 1990
- Pheochromocytoma, Pakistan Journal of Medical Research, Vol. 26, No. 2, April–June 1987
- Secondary Failure with sulphonylureas, Biomedica, Vol. 9, July- December 1990
- Combination Treatment of Type II Diabetes, Biomedica, Vol. 10, Jan–June 1991
- Comparison of metabolic control achieved with twice a day beef versus human Insulin in Pakistani population, Specialist, Vol. 8, No. 3, April–June 1992
- Assessment of metabolic profile and Body Mass Index in Type II diabetes treated with Metformin and Insulin, Specialist, Vol. 9, No. 1, Oct–Dec 1992
- Insulin Sparing Effect of glibenclamide in poorly controlled type ii diabetics and its effect on body mass index, Specialist:, Vol. 9, No. 2, Jan–March 1993
- Cutting needle thyroid biopsy in the preoperative evaluation of isotopically cold, solitary, solid thyroid nodule Specialist, Vol. 9, No. 3, April–June 1993
- Serological markers of Hepatitis-C Virus infection in patients with Chronic Active Hepatitis, Pakistan Journal of Gastroenterology: Vol. 6. No. 1. 1992
- Efficacy of alpha Interferon in the treatment of Hepatitis C positive Chronic Active Hepatitis (CAH), Pakistan Journal of Gastroentrology, Vol. 7. No. 1, 1993
- Autonomic dysfunction of GI system in the diabetic population, Pakistan Journal of Gastroenterology, Vol. 8. No. 1, 1994
- Acanthosis Nigricans in non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus, Specialist:, Vol. 11, No. 3, April–June 1995
- Insulin resistance and hyper-insulinaemia in patients with ischaemic heart disease, Specialist, Vol. 12, No. 3, April–June 1996
- Review: Breaking insulin resistance with thiazolidinediones, Esculapio, Vol.1, No. 1. April–June 2005
- Can vascular pathology in cerebral and coronary fields predict peripheral artery disease in a cohort of diabetic patients?, Esculapio, Vol.1, No. 2, July–Sep 2005
- The effect of age and lipid profiles on peripheral vascular disease in a cohort of diabetic patients Esculapio, Vol.1, No. 3, Oct–Dec 2005
- Anthropometric measurements as a determinant and predictor of peripheral vascular disease in a cohort of diabetic patients, Esculapio, Vol.1, No. 3, Oct–Dec 2005
- Helicobacter pylori- role in decompensation of patients with HCV-positive chronic liver disease, Esculapio, Vol.1, No. 3, Oct–Dec 2005
- Role of clinical diagnosis to ascertain the type of stroke, Esculapio, Vol. 1, No. 4, Jan–March 2006
- Vitamin D levels for optimum bone health, Singapore Med J, Vol. 48, No. 3, 2007
- Topical therapy for neuropathic diabetic foot ulcers, Esculapio: Vol. 1, No.4. Jan–March 2006
