In a landmark development for medical education and training in Pakistan, the Punjab Institute of Neuro Sciences (PINS), Lahore has signed a historic memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the renowned Besta Neuro Institute Milan (Italy). The agreement marks the beginning of a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing neurosurgical expertise through international collaboration.
Under the MoU, senior residents from Besta Institute will now participate in clinical rotations at PINS, while senior registrars and faculty members from PINS will be given the opportunity to receive advanced training in Italy. The host Italian institution will fully facilitate the visiting Pakistani doctors by covering visa, accommodation, and other logistical arrangements—ensuring smooth access to world-class neurosurgical training.
Speaking at the MoU signing ceremony held on Saturday, Executive Director PINS, Professor Asif Bashir, hailed the agreement as a milestone in the field of neurosurgery. “This collaboration will provide our young neurosurgeons with the chance to master the latest surgical techniques and gain invaluable international exposure,” he said.
Prof. Bashir emphasized that the initiative aligns with the Punjab government’s policy of upgrading medical education and services. “Our goal is to equip young doctors with modern skills to deliver the highest standards of patient care. We are also planning to establish similar partnerships with other major neurosurgical centers around the globe,” he added.
The agreement not only enhances training and research opportunities for Pakistani doctors but also promises long-term benefits for patients by improving the overall quality of neurosurgical services in the country.