Former JPMC Chief Dr Seemin Jamali passes away after prolonged illness

Karachi: Dr Seemin Jamali, well-known as an iron lady or bullet lady, breathed her last on Saturday evening at the age of 61, as confirmed by her family.

In the recent days, Dr Jamali's health had deteriorated significantly, and she was reported to be in critical condition. She had been receiving intensive care treatment at a private hospital. The esteemed doctor had been battling colon cancer since 2020.

Dr. Jamali's oxygen levels had dropped, and she was using a BiPAP machine for respiratory support. Her husband had informed that she was admitted to the hospital last Friday when her condition worsened.

Dr. Jamali began her medical journey in Nawabshah and later joined Jinnah Hospital, where she dedicated herself to serving the people of Pakistan through a government healthcare facility.

In November 2016, she assumed the position of executive director at Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre (JPMC), one of the largest public healthcare institutions in the country. Throughout her tenure, Dr Jamali became synonymous with the hospital, often being the first point of contact during medical emergencies in Karachi.

After a distinguished career, she retired from her service in August 2021, leaving behind a lasting impact on the field of medicine.

Dr. Seemin Jamali's exceptional contributions to the medical field were recognized with the prestigious Tamgha-e-Imtiaz (Medal of Excellence).

The passing of Dr Seemin Jamali is a great loss to the medical community, and her contributions to healthcare in Pakistan will be remembered and celebrated.