Quality Enhancement Cell
Introduction
At Gujranwala Medical College (GMC) we offer an unparalleled learning experience in healthcare coupled with a resolve to create professionals that would carry the torch forward and make us proud.
As a result GMC has always been conscious of the importance of quality in systems & processes and has had internal quality assurance mechanism in place to ensure:
- Regular review and upgradtion of academic programs to meet national and international requirements.
- Continuous evaluation of faculty, modules and exam with the purpose of ensuring quality enhancement.
- Availability of clear policies and procedures to govern both academic and administratative functions of medical college.
- Provision of safe and secure environment and mentoring facilitites for students that is conducive to learning and career development.
- Recruitment of best in the subject faculty and provision of learning opportunities to them.
- Tranparent Admission Procedure and Policies as per PMDC guidelines and adherence to the same.
- Upgradation of Physical Infrastructure, Academic Facilities and Learning Resources to make available best resources for teaching and learning.
- Provision of adequate Research opportunities to inculcate a research culture in students and faculty
- Opportunities to engage in extra curricular activities and inculcation of sense of Community Services.
- Public Disclosure and Transparency.
Functions of QEC
- Facilitate the creation of a learner-centric environment to impart quality education.
- Encourage faculty training for enhancing their knowledge and teaching skill for effective teaching.
- Gather feedback from students, parents and faculty in order to take remedial measures to maintain quality.
- Propose quality parameters and suggest means of achieving those for the overall quality development of the institute.
- Develop and apply quality benchmarks/parameters for various academic and administrative activities of the institution.
- Disseminate information on various quality requirements of higher education.
- Act as a nodal agency of the Institution for coordinating quality-related activities, including adoption and dissemination of best practices.
- Develop and maintain institutional database through MIS for the purpose of maintaining /enhancing the institutional quality.
- Facilitate development of Quality Culture in the institution.
- Ensure that recommendations emerging from internal, as well as external reviews conducted by the Higher Education Quality Committee and other external bodies are being addressed.
- Document the steps taken and process implemented, leading to quality enhancement.
- Review the proceedings of various committees, boards and departments to identify the quality issues in teaching, learning, evaluation and research and to facilitate its discussion in relevant bodies for quality enhancement.
Team
Sr.# | Name | Designation | Department | Duty |
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1. | Prof. Dr. Syed Asif Ali Shah | HOD | Orthopedic | Chairman |
2. | Dr. Amtul Hafeez | HOD | Pharmacology | Secretary |
3. | Prof. Dr. Uzma Jabbar | HOD | Biochemistry | Member |
4. | Dr. M Amin Warraich | Assistant Prof | Surgery | Member |
5. | Dr. Irfan Qayyum Malik | Associate Prof | Ophthalmology | Member |
6. | Dr. Asim Saleem Sheikh | Associate Prof | Medicine | Member |
7. | Dr. Sobia Niaz | Associate Prof | Physiology | Member |
8. | Dr. Ali Zain | Director Administration | Administration | Member |
9. | Dr. Saima Umar | Assistant Prof | Paeds Medicine | Member |
10. | Dr. Nabeela Shehzadi | Assistant Prof | Dermatology | Member |
11. | Mr. Jawad Ali | Assistant Director Quality Management | Quality Management Cell | Member |
12. | Mr. Nadeem Nasir | Assistant Director Quality Control | Quality Management Cell | Member |
13. | Mr. Ijaz Ahmad | Student Section | Senior Stenographer | Member |
Chairman
Prof. Dr. Syed Asif Ali Shah
HOD Orthopedic
Gujranwala Medical College / Teaching Hospital, Gujranwala
Chairman Message
At Gujranwala Medical College (GMC), our commitment to excellence goes beyond the classroom. As the Chairman of the Quality Enhancement Cell, I am proud to share our dedication to fostering a culture of quality that resonates through every aspect of our institution. We strive to create an unparalleled learning experience for our students, empowering them to become leaders in healthcare who make meaningful contributions to society.
Our Quality Enhancement Cell plays a crucial role in this mission. By continuously upgrading our academic programs, evaluating faculty performance, and refining our examination processes, we ensure that our education standards meet the highest national and international benchmarks. Our policies and procedures are designed to uphold transparency, support faculty development, and provide a safe, nurturing environment that encourages student growth and career advancement.
QEC is also dedicated to promoting research, community service, and extracurricular activities, creating a holistic learning experience. We gather feedback from all stakeholders—students, parents, and faculty—to continuously refine our systems and practices. Through a well-established internal quality assurance mechanism, we uphold the principles of public disclosure, transparency, and accountability.
As we look ahead, we remain steadfast in our resolve to sustain and elevate the quality standards that define Gujranwala Medical College, making it a beacon of medical education and a source of pride for all.