At the Alliance health-tech summit at the National University of Sciences and Technology, Dr. Rutabah Ikram, Deputy Registrar of the Islamabad Healthcare Regulatory Authority, said that strong laws drive quality healthcare. She emphasized that patient safety and security are top priorities and that her team is committed to making this a reality.
Dr. Ikram explained how effective Healthcare Regulation lays the groundwork for consistent standards across hospitals and clinics, enabling clearer oversight and better protection for patients. Her remarks tied regulatory reform to the health technology discussions taking place at the summit.
Attendees at NUST heard that Islamabadโs regulators are prioritizing enforcement, collaboration with health-sector partners, and practical measures to safeguard patients. The Islamabad Healthcare Regulatory Authorityโs focus on patient safety is intended to strengthen confidence in health services across the capital.
