COMSATS Tele-Health Clinic Inaugurated, January 28, 2002, Islamabad - Pakistan

Tele-Health Project of COMSATS was formally inaugurated on January 28, 2002 in a plaque-unveiling ceremony, held at COMSATS Headquarters, Islamabad. The guest of honor on the occasion, Federal Minister for Science and Technology, Prof. Dr. Atta-ur-Rehman presided over the ceremony.

Speaking on the occasion, the Federal Minister said that it is a pleasure to see such developments taking place in Pakistan and committed to connect 100 cities with Tele-Health technology. He further added that the cost-effective measures and enabling atmosphere are the key factors for furthering the development in the field. The gathering was also addressed by Dr. Hameed Ahmad Khan, Executive Director COMSATS, His Excellency the Ambassador of Jordon, and H.E. the Councellor of Philippine Embassy.

Dr. Amer Masud the Chief Consultant for the Distance Learning and Tele-Health (DLT) project made a comprehensive presentation on the project and demonstrated live the tele-consultation techniques. The diplomatic core in Islamabad, foreign and scientist communities and in particular the medical specialists of Pakistan were among the largely attended event. The participants appreciated COMSATS endeavors in the fields of science and technology and were overwhelmed by this relatively new concept for the provision of health care to far-flung rural areas