Editorial Team
Editorial Leadership
Editor-in-Chief
Prof. Dr. Muhammad Zahid Latif
Qualifications: MBBS, MPH, MME, PhD in Public Health, FRSPH
Current appointments:
Professor and Head, Department of Community Medicine/Public Health
Azra Naheed Medical College, Superior University, Lahore, Pakistan
Director, Department of Medical Education
Azra Naheed Medical College, Superior University, Lahore, Pakistan
Director, Postgraduate Medical Sciences
Superior University, Lahore, Pakistan
Professor (Adjunct), University Institute of Public Health
The University of Lahore, Lahore, Pakistan
Official email: zahid.latif@insightsjlss.com
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8307-8916
Institutional profile: https://anmc.superior.edu.pk/department-of-community-medicine-2/
Co-Editor-in-Chief
Dr. Hafiz Sheraz Arshad
Qualifications: PhD Scholar in Health Sciences, MS-OMPT, PP-DPT
Current appointments:
Chief Executive Officer
Health and Research Insights, Lahore, Pakistan
Consultant
Insights Medical Centre, Lahore, Pakistan
Official email: hodpt.imc@hrinsights.link
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3832-1948
Publishing Editor
Mr. Shahid Arshad
Qualification: MSc in Biostatistics
Current appointments:
Lecturer in Biostatistics
University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan
Biostatistician
Link Medical Institute, Lahore, Pakistan
Official email: editor@insightsjlss.com
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0000-1866-3855
Ethics Editor
Mr. Khuram Iqbal
Qualifications:
- Master’s in Political Science, University of the Punjab, Lahore
- MBA, 3.5-year programme equivalent to MPhil, Superior University, Lahore
Current appointment:
Coordinator and Manager, Student Support Centre
Bahria University Lahore Campus, Lahore, Pakistan
Professional email: Khuramrajput143@gmail.com
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0002-5184-816X
Editorial Board
Dr. Muhammad Ahmad Iqbal
Qualifications:
- PhD in Sociology, Universiti Utara Malaysia
- MPhil in Sociology, Government College University Faisalabad
- MSc in Gender Studies, University of the Punjab
Current appointment:
Assistant Professor
Lahore Law College, Lahore, Pakistan
Professional recognition: HEC-Approved Research Supervisor
Professional email: iqbal_muhammadahmad@outlook.com
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0436-8753
Dr. Rizwan Saeed
Qualifications: MBBS, MPH, DOMS, MME, PhD in Public Health
Current appointments:
Associate Professor, Department of Community Medicine and Public Health
Azra Naheed Medical College, Superior University, Lahore, Pakistan
Director, Student Affairs
Azra Naheed Medical College, Lahore, Pakistan
Co-Chairman, Discipline Committee
Superior University, Lahore, Pakistan
Professional email: dr.rizwansaeed@gmail.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rizwan-saeed-1517078/
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1303-9257
Dr. Hina Sultan
Qualifications:
- PhD in Applied Psychology
- MS in Health Psychology
- BS (Hons) in Applied Psychology
Academic affiliations:
Social Psychology
Department of Gender Development Studies
Lahore College for Women University, Lahore, Pakistan
Assistant Professor
Lahore Leads University, Lahore, Pakistan
Professional email: hina.sultan91@yahoo.com
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1436-3115
Dr. Naila Siraj
Qualifications:
- PhD in Food Technology, University of Agriculture Faisalabad
- MSc (Hons) in Food Technology
- BSc (Hons) in Agriculture
Current appointment:
Assistant Professor
Department of Food Science and Technology
Government College Women University Faisalabad
Faisalabad, Pakistan
Professional email: nailaateeq@hotmail.com
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5385-8452
Mr. Osama Tanveer
Qualifications:
- MPhil in Gender Studies
- MSc in Criminology and Security Studies
- LLB
- BA
Academic affiliation: University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan
Professional email: osamatanveer54@hotmail.com
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2747-7725
Ms. Ferheen Shahbaz
Qualifications:
- PhD Scholar in Public Health
- MPhil in Public Health
- BSc (Hons) in Medical Sciences
Current appointments:
Community Manager
Omar Hospital and Cardiac Centre, Johar Town, Lahore, Pakistan
Researcher, Department of Public Health
University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan
Professional email: ferrikhan044@gmail.com
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4319-3722
ResearchGate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Ferheen-Shahbaz
LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/ferheen-shahbaz-b87633201
Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=kTdOz1YAAAAJ&hl=en
Ms. Saira Majid Sheikh
Qualifications:
- MS in Clinical Psychology
- MPhil in Applied Psychology
- BSc (Hons)
Professional appointments and affiliations:
Counsellor, Psychologist and Staff Trainer
Pakistan Development Exchange
IJ Industries
RIZQ
Counsellor’s Lounge
Programme Leader, Lecturer and Student Counsellor
Superior University, Lahore, Pakistan
Professional email: sairamajidsh@hotmail.com
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0007-2410-6722
Advisory Board
Dr. Abdul Bari Memon
Qualifications: BDS, MSc in Community Dentistry, PhD in Community Dentistry
Current appointment:
Associate Professor (BPS-20) and Chairperson
Department of Community Dentistry
Bibi Aseefa Dental College
Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Medical University, Larkana, Pakistan
Degree-awarding institution for PhD:
Liaquat University of Medical and Health Sciences, Jamshoro, Pakistan
Professional affiliation: Pakistan Dental Association
Professional emails:
drabmemon@yahoo.com
drabmemon@smbbmu.edu.pk
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7966-7622
Additional academic and professional roles:
- Additional Director, Office of Research, Innovation and Commercialization, Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Medical University;
- PhD Coordinator, Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Medical University;
- Chairperson, Board of Studies, Department of Community Dentistry;
- Member, Academic Council and Board of Faculty of Dentistry;
- Member, Ethical Review Committee;
- Research Coordinator for undergraduate dental students;
- Editor-in-Chief, Advanced Journal of Medical and Allied Health Sciences;
- Associate Editor, Journal of Indus Medical College;
- Examiner for BDS, MSc and PhD programmes;
- Facilitator of workshops on SPSS, questionnaire development, atraumatic restorative treatment and pit-and-fissure sealants.
Dr. Sunita Patel, PT
Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Physiotherapy
- Postgraduate Diploma in Healthcare Management, United Kingdom
Professional designation: Physiotherapist and Women’s Health Expert, India
Professional email: drsunitapatel56@hotmail.com
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9179-2768
Professional qualifications and affiliations:
- Bachelor of Physiotherapy, Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak, Haryana, India, 2006;
- Postgraduate Diploma in Healthcare Management, United Kingdom, 2009;
- Member, Indian Association of Physiotherapists;
- Registered Practitioner, Delhi Council for Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy;
- Instructor and Presenter in Women’s Health and Pelvic-Floor Rehabilitation with the International Health and Fitness Association;
- Overseas Physiotherapy Consultant, Impala Pain and Rehabilitation Care, Bangladesh;
- Overseas Physiotherapy Consultant, Physiostep Clinic, Egypt.
Ms. Zilehuma, PT
Qualifications:
- Master of Public Health
- MS in Neuromuscular Physical Therapy
- Doctor of Physical Therapy
Current appointment:
Healthcare Worker
Williams Care Services Limited, London, United Kingdom
Professional email: zilehumaa.zh@outlook.com
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0005-4298-1673
HCPC registration number: PH140607
Academic qualifications:
- Master of Public Health, Glasgow Caledonian University London, United Kingdom, 2024;
- MS in Neuromuscular Physical Therapy, Riphah International University, Lahore, Pakistan, 2016–2018;
- Doctor of Physical Therapy, with honours, Riphah International University, Islamabad, Pakistan, 2008–2012.
Dr. Syed Muneeb-ul-Hussnain Gilani
Qualifications:
- PhD Scholar in Human Nutrition and Dietetics
- MS in Human Nutrition and Dietetics
- Postgraduate Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics
- BS (Hons) in Food Science and Nutrition
Current appointments:
Assistant Professor, Allied Health Sciences
Head, Department of Nutrition Sciences
Abdul Waheed Institute of Allied Health Sciences
Avicenna Medical College and Hospital, Lahore, Pakistan
Professional email: muneebgilani7@gmail.com
Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=dHSBOdcAAAAJ&hl=en
Additional institutional responsibilities:
- In-Charge, Clinical Research Trials;
- Member of administrative committees;
- Convener, Affiliation Committee for the University of Health Sciences;
- Academic and clinical instructor in nutrition and dietetics;
- Diet consultant and food-safety professional.
Dr. Abbas Khan
Qualifications:
- PhD in Nutrition and Food Nanotechnology
- MSc (Hons) in Human Nutrition
- BSc (Hons) in Human Nutrition
Current appointment:
Assistant Professor
Department of Nutrition and Health Promotion
University of Home Economics Lahore, Lahore, Pakistan
Professional recognition: HEC-Approved PhD Supervisor
Professional email: abbaskhan034@outlook.com
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0005-3810-124X
Institutional profile: https://uhe.edu.pk/faculty-of-food-and-nutrition/
Additional institutional responsibilities:
- In-Charge, Postgraduate Diploma in Dietetics;
- In-Charge, Research and Leadership Training Centre;
- Head, Kanwal Wellness Centre;
- Coordinator, Public Health Nutrition Programme;
- Member of academic and budgetary advisory bodies at the University of Home Economics Lahore.
Academic qualifications:
- PhD in Food Nanotechnology and Nutrition, Jilin University, China;
- MSc (Hons) in Human Nutrition, University of Agriculture Peshawar;
- BSc (Hons) in Human Nutrition, University of Agriculture Peshawar;
- One-year Chinese-language diploma.
Dr. Zohaib Shahid
Qualifications:
- PhD in Health Sciences (Physiotherapy), Lincoln University College, Malaysia
- MS in Physical Therapy (Neurology), University of Lahore, Pakistan
- Doctor of Physical Therapy, Superior University, Lahore, Pakistan
Current appointments:
Associate Professor
Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences
Superior University, Lahore, Pakistan
Manager, Comprehensive Rehabilitation Centre
Chaudhry Muhammad Akram Hospital
Superior University, Lahore, Pakistan
Postgraduate Programme Leader
Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences
Superior University, Lahore, Pakistan
Previous appointment: Assistant Professor, Allied Health Sciences
Professional email: zabi809@live.com
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7110-8121
Dr. Abdul Razzaque Nohri
Qualifications:
- Doctor of Pharmacy
- MPhil in Pharmacology
- MBA
- Master of Public Health
- Master of Public Health and Environmental Sciences
Current appointment:
Senior Pharmacist
Health Department, Government of Sindh, Pakistan
Professional roles: Clinical Pharmacist, Public-Health Specialist, Researcher and Reviewer
Professional email: razaquenohri@gmail.com
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0001-4567-2594
Academic qualifications:
- Master of Public Health and Environmental Sciences, University of Birmingham, United Kingdom, 2026;
- Master of Public Health, Liaquat University of Medical and Health Sciences, Jamshoro, 2024;
- MPhil in Pharmacology, University of Sindh, Jamshoro, 2015;
- MBA, University of Sindh, Jamshoro, 2013;
- Doctor of Pharmacy, University of Sindh, Jamshoro, 2009.
Mr. Muhammad Atif Rasool
Qualifications:
- MS in Clinical Psychology
- BS in Psychology
Current appointments:
Clinical Psychologist and Head of Department
Department of Psychology and Mental Health
Surgicare Hospital, Lahore, Pakistan
Visiting Lecturer
Superior University, Lahore, Pakistan
Professional email: atifrasool48@hotmail.com
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4031-7718
Dr. Ayesha Jabbar
Qualification: PhD Scholar in Psychology
Professional appointments:
Head, Department of Psychology
Clinical Psychologist and Mental Health Consultant