The One-Day Symposium on Obesity and Diabetes was successfully held at Ameer-ud-Din Medical College / Lahore General Hospital, bringing together leading experts to deliver evidence-based insights aimed at improving patient outcomes. Under the gracious guidance and academic patronage of Principal Prof. Farooq Afzal, the symposium highlighted the growing burden of obesity and diabetes and emphasized the need for advanced clinical approaches, lifestyle interventions, and multidisciplinary care. ✅️ The scientific sessions were enriched by the distinguished speakers: Prof. Khadija Irfan Khawaja – Obesity Redefined: New Frontiers and Horizons in Care Prof. Farooq Afzal (Principal AMC) – Hybrid Metabolic Surgery as a Powerful Ally Dr. Farwa Munir – Empowering the Early Diabetic Patient: Lifestyle as Medicine Prof. Imran Hassan Khan – Hyperglycemia Management in the Stable Diabetic: What Works Prof. Khurram Saleem – Insulin in the ICU: Principles of VRII Done Right Prof. Shandana Tariq – Complications of Diabetes: Best Practice Management Prof. Farah Shafi & All Speakers – Expert Panel Discussion on Clinical Challenges in Diabesity The event concluded with an engaging Quiz Competition for postgraduate residents of Medicine & Surgery, promoting interactive learning and critical thinking. Principal Prof. Farooq Afzal appreciated the efforts of all speakers, organizers, and postgraduate trainees, highlighting the importance of continuous medical education and evidence-based practice in improving patient care. A special acknowledgment to the organizing team for arranging a productive and academically rich program.
