Ziauddin University

College of Medical Technology (Karachi Campus)

College of Medical Technology (Karachi Campus)

Ziauddin University first established its Medical College in 1995, laying the foundation for excellence in healthcare education. Recognizing the essential role of allied health professionals, the College of Medical Technology was founded shortly after in 1998. This early establishment highlights the University’s commitment to advancing medical technology as a vital pillar of modern healthcare.

We offer a BS in Medical Technology across eight clinical disciplines, supported by interactive teaching methods, regular evaluations, and fair, competency-based assessments.

  1. Cardiovascular Sciences
  2. Cardiac Perfusion
  3. Clinical Laboratory Sciences
  4. Dental Hygiene and Technology
  5. Nuclear Medicine
  6. Neurosciences
  7. Radiation Therapy
  8. Radiological Imaging

Our students train in advanced simulated labs and gain real-world exposure through clinical observation at accredited healthcare sites.

A strong student support system, along with active student councils and leadership opportunities, ensures both academic and personal growth. At Ziauddin, we equip students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to succeed in today’s healthcare landscape.  

Vision

ZCMT aspires to become center of excellence for interdisciplinary education, research, and continuous professional development which contributes to healthcare and community services. 

Mission

College of Medical Technology endeavors to impart holistic theoretical education, hands on clinical skills, and supervised clinical practice for crafting future technologists, scientists, researchers, educators and leaders. These international standard graduates will strengthen interprofessional collaboration in healthcare and community. 

Career prospects

Graduates of the BS Medical Technology program have a wide range of national and international career opportunities across clinical, research, academic, and healthcare management domains. Below is a comprehensive list of potential career paths:

Clinical and Diagnostic Roles

  • Clinical Laboratory Technologist
    Conducts laboratory tests and analyzes biological samples to aid in diagnosis, treatment, and disease prevention.
  • Medical Laboratory Scientist
    Performs complex testing in hematology, microbiology, immunology, and clinical chemistry for accurate diagnostic support.
  • Clinical Laboratory Scientist
    Ensures precision in test analysis, interpreting data to support clinical decision-making.
  • Cardiovascular Technologist
    Performs ECGs, stress tests, and other cardiac diagnostics to evaluate heart health.
  • Cath Lab Technologist
    Assists in cardiac catheterization procedures such as angiography and angioplasty.
  • Echocardiography Technologist
    Operates ultrasound equipment to assess heart structure and function.
  • Cardiac Electrophysiology Technologist
    Assists with advanced cardiac diagnostics like Holter monitoring, pacemaker analysis, and stress testing.
  • Adult Cardiac Perfusionist
    Operates heart-lung machines during adult cardiac surgeries to maintain blood circulation and oxygenation.
  • Pediatric Cardiac Perfusionist
    Supports pediatric cardiac surgeries using perfusion techniques.
  • ECMO Specialist
    Operates extracorporeal membrane oxygenation systems for patients with severe respiratory or cardiac failure.
  • Nuclear Medicine Technologist
    Prepares and administers radioactive materials for imaging and therapeutic procedures in cancer and heart disease.
  • Bone Densitometry Technologist
    Conducts scans to measure bone density and assess osteoporosis risk.
  • Radiation Therapist
    Delivers prescribed radiation therapy to cancer patients under oncologist supervision.
  • Radiologic Technologist / Radiographer
    Performs diagnostic imaging procedures including X-rays, MRI, and CT scans.
  • MRI Technologist
    Specializes in operating MRI equipment to produce high-resolution images of soft tissues.
  • CT Technologist
    Conducts computed tomography scans for internal imaging of organs and structures.
  • Mammography Technologist
    Performs breast imaging for cancer screening and diagnosis.
  • Fluoroscopy Technologist
    Operates fluoroscopy equipment for real-time imaging during interventional procedures.
  • Interventional Radiologic Technologist
    Assists in minimally invasive image-guided procedures like biopsies and angioplasties.
  • Dental Hygienist
    Provides preventive oral care, cleans teeth, and educates patients on dental hygiene.
  • Dental Laboratory Technologist
    Designs and fabricates dental prosthetics including crowns and dentures.

Neurodiagnostic & Sleep Technology

  • Neurophysiology Technologist
    Assists in testing such as EEG, PSG, EMG, NCS, and IOM to diagnose neurological conditions.
  • Electroneurodiagnostic (END) Technologist
    Performs tests to monitor brain and nerve activity including EEGs and EMGs.
  • Intraoperative Neurophysiological Monitoring (IONM) Technologist
    Monitors nervous system function during surgeries to avoid nerve damage.
  • Sleep / Polysomnography Technologist
    Conducts sleep studies to evaluate sleep disorders and monitor brain, breathing, and body activity during sleep.

Quality Control, Research & Technology Management

  • Laboratory Supervisor / Manager
    Manages lab operations, staff, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance.
  • Quality Assurance Officer
    Ensures testing accuracy and compliance with laboratory standards and protocols.
  • Medical Device Specialist
    Oversees and maintains diagnostic and therapeutic medical devices.
  • Healthcare Informatics Specialist
    Manages patient data systems and uses analytics to enhance healthcare delivery.
  • Research Associate
    Participates in research studies, investigates diseases, and develops diagnostic innovations.

Teaching & Academia

  • Clinical Laboratory Trainer
    Educates and trains students and staff in laboratory techniques and safety procedures.
  • Lecturer / Faculty in Allied Health Sciences
    Teaches in academic institutions, contributing to curriculum development and professional growth.

Healthcare Management & Public Services

  • Healthcare Manager
    Supervises operations in hospitals or clinics, ensuring strategic and regulatory goals are met.
  • Public Health Specialist
    Works with government or non-profit agencies to improve community health and disease prevention.
  • NGO / Nonprofit Health Roles
    Supports healthcare delivery and health awareness campaigns in underserved communities.
  • Pharmaceutical Industry Roles
    Works in drug testing, development, marketing, and regulatory affairs.
  • Regulatory Affairs SpecialistEnsures compliance with health and safety laws in laboratories and medical institutions.

Associate Professor

Dr. Ayesha Iqbal

ADVISOR TO THE PRINCIPAL
MHPE (Fellow) MBBS, MCPS

Humera Rashid

ACTING PRINCIPAL
Mphil BIOTECHNOLOGY (Fellow) MSc CLINICAL MICROBIOLOGY BSc LABORATORY MEDICINE BSc BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES

Mehwish Zeeshan

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
PhD BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES (Scholar) Mphil MSc BSc MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY

Dr. Rizma Khan

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
PhD BIOCHEMISTRY

Dr. Faria Fatima

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
PhD BIOTECHNOLOGY MSc BIOTECHNOLOGY

Qamar-Un-Nisa

LECTURER
MS HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT MSc CLINICAL MICROBIOLOGY

Dr. Isra Khalil

LECTURER
Mphil ANATOMY (FELLOW) MBBS

Dr. Muhammad Saad Zafar

LECTURER
BDS

Dr. Mahapara

LECTURER
MS HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT BS CARDIAC PERFUSION

Dr. Hafiz Muhammad Abdul Ahad

LECTURER
BDS

Dr. Wafa Shakil

LECTURER
MCPS, MBBS

Muhammad Jawad Shafique

INSTRUCTOR
MS BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING BS BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING

Ayesha Aziz

INSTRUCTOR
BS MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY

Duaa

INSTRUCTOR
BS MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY

Maryam Nafees

INSTRUCTOR
BS MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY

Ana Naeem

INSTRUCTOR
BS MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY

Hiba Usman Lodhi

INSTRUCTOR
BS MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY

CLINICAL LABORATORY

Dr. Faisal Iqbal Afridi

PROFESSOR
FCPS

Dr. Zulqurnain Imran

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
FCPS

Dr. Usman Ali

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
FCPS

Dr. Saba Raza

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
FCPS

Dr. Noureen Shakeel

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
FCPS

Dr. Madiha Andaleeb

LECTURER
RESIDENT

Shabana Taj

LECTURER
Mphil

Dr. Huma Tariq

LECTURER
RESIDENT

Muhammad Shoaib

GROUP GENERAL MANAGER

Dr. Aisha Habib

LECTURER
FCPS

Dr. Hira Sheikh

LECTURER
RESIDENT

Dr. Farah Alam

LECTURER
RESIDENT

Dr. Suresh Kumar

LECTURER
RESIDENT

CARDIOVASCULAR SCIENCES

Dr. Jawaid Ansari

CONSULTANT CARDIOLOGIST, MD

Dr. Muhammad Shahzad Ali

RESIDENT CARDIOLOGY DEPARTMENT

Taleeq-ul-Karim

LECTURER
MBA

Shahzaib

LECTURER
BS

Mahnoor Khan

LECTURER
BS

NEUROSCIENCES

Mustafa Khan

LECTURER
MSc

Amaima Fatima

LECTURER
BS MT

Sulha Sahar

LECTURER
BS MT

Nazal Punjani

LECTURER
BS MT

RADIATION THERAPY

Shabbir Hussain

MD LECTURER

Shoaib Hanif

MD ONCOLOGY, LECTURER

Arshad Mehmood

LECTURER
MSc

Hira Nazim

LECTURER
MSc

Zainab Mustafa

LECTURER
MSc

Asher

LECTURER
MBA

Shoaib Siddique

LECTURER
MSc

NUCLEAR MEDICINE

Dr. Sajid Sattar

MD, ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR

Dr. Asad Jalil

LECTURER
FCPS

Ms. Aitedal Moin

TECHNOLOGIST
BSc

RADIOLOGICAL IMAGING

Dr. Kamran Hamid

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
FCPS

Dr. Abdur Rehman

LECTURER
FCPS

Dr. Saadiya Hissamuddin

LECTURER
MBBS

Dr. Shamama Tul Amber

LECTURER
RESIDENT

Dr. Massod Ur Rehman Kashif

LECTURER
RESIDENT

Mr. Mohammad Maaz Ali

LECTURER
MBA

Dr. Ali Muhammad

LECTURER
RESIDENT

Dr. Mehak Bhuttani

LECTURER
RESIDENT

Dr. Sehrish

LECTURER
RESIDENT

Dr. Najia Nazeer

LECTURER
RESIDENT

Dr. Esha Afzal

LECTURER
RESIDENT