LUMHS Faculty of Dentistry hosts white coat ceremony & orientation for first-year BDS students

JAMSHORO: The Faculty of Dentistry at Liaquat University of Medical & Health Sciences (LUMHS) organized a prestigious White Coat Ceremony & Orientation Session for the newly admitted 1st-year BDS students (Session 2024-2025). The event marked the beginning of their academic journey in dentistry, instilling a sense of responsibility, professionalism, and dedication to patient care.

Vice Chancellor Prof. Ikram Din Ujjan, while addressing the students, highlighted the privilege of joining a premier dental institution. He emphasized that the dreams of students and their parents are becoming a reality as they step into this highly esteemed university, known for producing top-tier dental professionals worldwide.

"Becoming a competent dentist is not an easy task—it demands labor, devotion, and dedication. Beyond clinical expertise, a dentist must possess deep empathy and an unwavering commitment to patient well-being. Just as a skyscraper requires a solid foundation, your journey in dentistry begins with mastering the fundamental sciences," stated Prof. Ujjan.

Symbol of Excellence & Commitment

Prof. Feroz Ali Kalhoro, Dean, Faculty of Dentistry, LUMHS, reinforced the significance of the white coat as a symbol of responsibility, integrity, and excellence. He urged students to uphold global education standards while excelling in research, patient care, and clinical practice.

"LUMHS stands among the oldest and most prestigious dental institutions in Pakistan. Our mission is to shape you into skilled professionals who blend technical expertise with empathy and service to humanity," he remarked.

Encouraging students to engage with faculty, peers, and healthcare communities, Prof. Kalhoro stressed that meaningful connections and continuous learning would pave the way for their success.

Notable Attendees & Institutional Leadership

The event was graced by prominent faculty members and senior academicians, including:

• Prof. Seema Nisar Morai (Pro-Vice Chancellor, LUMHS & Chairperson, Oral Biology)
• Prof. Abdul Qadir Dall (Chairman, Operative Dentistry)
• Prof. Muhammad Shahzad (Chairman, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery)
• Prof. Aamir Mehmood Butt (Chairman, Prosthodontics)
• Prof. Abdul Jabbar (Chairman, Orthodontics)
• Dr. Abdul Ghani Shaikh (Chairman, Science of Dental Materials)
• Dr. Sana Mirza (Chairperson, Oral Pathology)
• Dr. Ashique Hussain Sahito (Incharge, Periodontology)
• Dr. Salman Shams (Incharge, Oral Medicine)
• Dr. Fozia Rajput (Incharge, Pedodontics)
• Dr. Sikandar Munir (Incharge, Community Dentistry)
• Dr. Azizullah Qureshi (Deputy Director, Student Affairs)
• Dr. Saroop Bhatia (Additional Registrar, Dentistry)

The ceremony concluded with a renewed spirit of commitment among students, reinforcing their oath to ethical practice, lifelong learning, and compassionate patient care.