KARACHI: According to The News, renowned surgeon and philanthropist Professor Dr. Adib Rizvi has received the esteemed British Medical Journal (BMJ) Special Recognition Award in recognition of his exceptional contributions to South Asian medical science and healthcare.
Every year, the prestigious UK-based medical journal, The BMJ, which has been around for more than a century, recognizes people, organizations, and researchers who provide outstanding medical care.
Dr. Sanjay Nagra, Co-Chair of the BMJ Advisory Board, honored Rizvi and read the citation during the award presentation, which took place at a recent ceremony in New Delhi.
He praised Rizvi’s trailblazing work in creating a healthcare system in Pakistan that is accessible and equitable and is founded on a creative paradigm of collaboration between the state and the populace.
