The Department of Orthopaedics KEMU/MHL, successfully hosted the ‘1st International Paediatric Hip Symposium’

The symposium was graced by *Prof. Dr. Mahmood Ayyaz*, Vice Chancellor of King Edward Medical University as Chief Guest and Patron in Chief. *Prof. Ahsan Nauman*, CEO of Mayo Hospital, and *Prof. Muhammad Imran*, Registrar of King Edward Medical University, attended as Guests of Honor. *Prof. Faisal Masood* chaired the course with *Prof. Muhammad Iqbal* as Co-Chairman.

Esteemed guests included *Prof. Muhammad Haroon Hamid* Chairman Dept. of Pediatrics, *Prof. Farrukh Afzal* head Dept. of Anesthesia, Prof. Rana Arshad Professor of Orthopaedics as well as prominent orthopedics surgeons such as *Prof. Mian Hanif* from Lahore General Hospital, *Prof. Sohail Razzaq* from Services Hospital, and *Prof. Javed Hassan* from Jinnah Hospital.

Spanning two comprehensive days, the symposium featured live surgeries, specialized lectures, complex case presentations, and insightful discussions with expert faculty. The event was attended by a remarkable assembly of national and international pediatric orthopedics experts, including *Prof. Muharrem Inan* and *Prof. Yilmaz Guney* from Turkey, and *Prof. Taral Nagda* from India. National experts comprised distinguished figures like *Prof. Anis ud Din Bhatti*, *Dr. Pervez Ali* and *Dr. Fahad Jatoi* from Karachi, *Prof. Sikandar Hayat* and *Dr. Kashif Salik* from Peshawar, Prof. Rana Dilawaiz, Prof. Javed Iqbal, Prof. Atiq uz Zaman, Dr. Abdul Latif Shahid and Dr. Umair Nadeem. Together, the faculty and participants, numbering over 75 and drawn from across the country, made this the significant gathering in the specialty.

State-of-the-art telecasts of live surgeries via HD video links and online interactive discussions allowed attendees to engage directly with faculty on complex pediatric hip issues, significantly enhancing the learning experience. The collaborative effort across institutions contributed to the success of this event.

Vice Chancellor *Prof. Mahmood Ayyaz* interacted with both participants and faculty, lauding the Department of Orthopaedics for its dedication to hosting such high-impact educational events. The international guest was hosted by the Vice chancellor and given a tour of the Patiala block. Souvenir of KEMU was also presented.

CEO *Prof. Ahsan Nauman* praised *Prof. Faisal Masood* and his team for bringing attention to this vital topic for the betterment of public health.

*Prof. Muhammad Haroon Hamid*, Chairman of Pediatrics, emphasized the importance of neonatal musculoskeletal screenings and advocated for a collaborative, multidisciplinary team to lead these efforts.

International faculty member *Prof. Muharrem Inan* conducted operations and delivered lectures, commending KEMU’s hospitality and describing the relationship between Turkey and Pakistan as one of deep fraternity akin to brotherhood.

The symposium concluded with a ceremony where shields and souvenir were presented, and *Prof. Faisal Masood* extended a heartfelt vote of thanks to the distinguished course faculty. Special acknowledgment was given to *Dr. Mumraiz*, *Dr. Ahmed*, *Dr. Suhail*, *Dr. Kashif*, *Dr. Ali*, *Dr. Raza*, *Dr. Anis*, *Dr. Maisum*, *Dr. Yaqoob*, *Dr. Fahd*, *Dr. Mazhar*, *Dr. Asad*, and *Dr. Atique* for their meticulous arrangements, which ensured the symposium’s resounding success.