Institute of Blood Transfusion Service Lahore, Punjab

Dated: 18 April 2026

Professor Dr. Farhan Rasheed, Director of the Institute of Blood Transfusion Services Punjab, conducted a visit to the Blood Bank at Sahiwal Teaching Hospital to evaluate its functioning and overall service delivery.

During the visit, various operational aspects were carefully reviewed to ensure the continuous availability of safe and quality-assured blood for patients. The inspection focused on system efficiency, compliance with safety standards, and adherence to established protocols.

The visit also emphasized strengthening performance, enhancing accountability, and maintaining high-quality healthcare services within the blood transfusion system.

Such initiatives reflect the ongoing commitment of IBTS Punjab towards improving service standards and ensuring reliable, safe, and efficient blood supply across the province.

Dated: 11 April 2026

Professor Dr. Farhan Rasheed, Director of the Institute of Blood Transfusion Services Punjab, conducted a visit to the Blood Bank at Lahore General Hospital to review its operational management and service delivery.

During the visit, key processes were closely assessed to ensure the uninterrupted availability of safe and quality blood for patients. Emphasis was placed on adherence to safety protocols, efficiency of services, and overall preparedness of the blood bank.

Such visits reflect a continued commitment to strengthening healthcare services and ensuring the provision of safe, reliable, and quality-assured blood across Punjab.

Dated: 04 April 2026

Professor Dr. Farhan Rasheed, Director of the Institute of Blood Transfusion Services Punjab, visited the Blood Bank at AIMT Hospital Sialkot to review its operational management and service delivery.

During the visit, key processes were carefully assessed to ensure the uninterrupted availability of safe and quality blood for patients. The inspection focused on operational efficiency, adherence to safety protocols, and overall performance of the blood bank.

Such visits reflect a continued commitment to strengthening blood transfusion services and ensuring safe, reliable, and quality healthcare for patients across Punjab.

Professor Dr. Farhan Rasheed,

Director of the Institute of Blood Transfusion Services Punjab, conducted a surprise visit to the Blood Bank at Jinnah Hospital Lahore at 12:30 AM to assess its emergency operations.

The late-night visit was aimed at evaluating the readiness, discipline, and efficiency of staff during critical hours. Professor Dr. Farhan Rasheed reviewed key processes to ensure the uninterrupted availability of safe and quality blood for patients in need.

Such proactive monitoring reflects a strong commitment to accountability and the continuous improvement of blood transfusion services across Punjab.

Professor Dr. Farhan Rasheed, Director of the Institute of Blood Transfusion Services Punjab, paid a surprise visit to the Emergency Blood Bank at Services Hospital Lahore to review its operational performance.

During the visit, it was observed that staff members were absent from their duties. Taking immediate notice of this serious lapse, strict action was taken and the concerned staff were transferred without delay.

Such steps reflect a strong commitment to accountability, discipline, and ensuring the uninterrupted provision of safe and quality blood services to patients.

Prof. Dr. Farhan Rasheed, Director of the Institute of Blood Transfusion Services Punjab, conducted a surprise visit to the blood unit at Punjab Institute of Cardiology Lahore to review its operational management.

During the visit, He closely inspected key processes to ensure the uninterrupted supply of safe blood to patients. The visit aimed to evaluate the efficiency of services and further strengthen measures that guarantee the availability of safe and quality-assured blood for patients in need.

A decision has been made to strengthen the monitoring of blood banks across Punjab and to establish vigilance teams to ensure strict implementation of SOPs under the Safe Blood for All program.

In this regard, an important meeting was held at the Punjab Health Initiative Management Company, chaired by Provincial Health Minister Khawaja Salman Rafique. The meeting was attended by Parliamentary Secretary Syed Ziaullah Shah, CEO PHIMC Dr. Ali Razzaque, Additional Secretary Dr. Hafiz Muhammad Waseem, Deputy Secretary Dr. Abdul Rehman, Director Institute of Blood Transfusion Services Prof. Dr. Farhan Rasheed, along with Prof Dr. Masooma Ghazanfar, Prof Dr. Rabia Ahmad secretary PBT and other relevant officials.

The meeting also reviewed strategies for the prevention of thalassemia and future planning. It was shared that so far, 430,569 individuals have been screened, and 390,080 individuals have been provided with genetic counseling.

Director IBTS revealed that 559783 donors were screened and Cross matched during last one year.

Khawaja Salman Rafique stated that the capacity of the Punjab Blood Transfusion Authority and the Institute of Blood Transfusion Services is being enhanced. He further emphasized that by promoting beta thalassemia carrier screening, efforts will be made to reduce new cases, lessen the burden on the blood transfusion system, and decrease child mortality rates.

He highlighted the importance of public awareness, family-level screening, and genetic counseling, stating that the Government of Punjab is committed to implementing an effective and sustainable strategy to eliminate thalassemia.

Prof. Dr. Farhan Rasheed, Director of the Institute of Blood Transfusion Services Punjab, conducted a surprise visit to the blood unit at DHQ Teaching Hospital Gujranwala to review its operational management.

During the visit, He closely inspected key processes to ensure the uninterrupted supply of safe blood to patients. The visit aimed to evaluate the efficiency of services and further strengthen measures that guarantee the availability of safe and quality-assured blood for patients in need.

Prof. Dr. Farhan Rasheed, Director of the Institute of Blood Transfusion Services Punjab, along with Dr. Shaista Nazir,Haematologist IBTS conducted a surprise visit to the blood unit at Jinnah Hospital Lahore to review its operational management.

During the visit, they closely inspected key processes to ensure the uninterrupted supply of safe blood to patients. The visit aimed to evaluate the efficiency of services and further strengthen measures that guarantee the availability of safe and quality-assured blood for patients in need.

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Prof. Dr. Farhan Rasheed made a surprise visit to the Regional Blood Center Faisalabad and DHQ Hospital Faisalabad to review the operational management of blood units.

During the visit, he inspected key processes to ensure the continuous supply of safe blood to patients. The visit aimed to evaluate the efficiency of services and further strengthen measures that guarantee the availability of safe and quality-assured blood for patients in need.

Welcome Prof. Dr. Farhan Rasheed as Director, Institute of Blood Transfusion Services (IBTS). His appointment signifies a decisive shift toward evidence-driven leadership, bringing a profoundly scientific mindset to a sector pivotal for public health.

Prof. Dr. Farhan Rasheed graduate of AIMC, M Phil& FCPS, with a 15-year history of excellence in Pathology, he serves as Professor of Pathology at PGMI, Lahore. He has headed the Department of Pathology at KMSMC Sialkot, served as Director Administration at AIMC/JHL, and led the COVID-19 PCR Lab during the pandemic.

Authored 65+ publications,is arenowned national and international speaker, scientific author and reviewer for national and international journals, and an ISO-15189:2022 Auditor who has evaluated leading pathology laboratories across Pakistan, strengthening national standards of laboratory quality and accreditation.

As emphasized by the WHO, ensuring safe blood across Punjab effectively secures nearly 70% of the population in Pakistan. Under his visionary leadership, we anticipate that IBTS will flourish with the highest professional and scientific standards, transforming public perception and elevating the institution to new horizons aligned with national and international benchmarks in safe blood transfusion services.

We warmly welcome Prof. Dr. Farhan Rasheed and look forward to a new era of excellence, innovation, and institutional advancement at IBTS.
Welcome Prof. Dr. Farhan Rasheed as Director, Institute of Blood Transfusion Services (IBTS). His appointment represents a significant transition toward evidence-driven and scientifically guided leadership in a sector fundamental to public health.

Prof. Dr. Farhan Rasheed is a distinguished Professor of Pathology, scientific author, and academic leader, internationally recognized for his work in advanced laboratory diagnostics. A graduate of Allama Iqbal Medical College, he holds M.Phil from UHS and FCPS through CPSP, reflecting sustained academic excellence. With over 15 years of professional experience, he currently serves as Professor of Pathology at PGMI, Lahore, and has previously led the Department of Pathology at Khawaja Muhammad Safdar Medical College, Sialkot, while also holding key administrative roles at AIMC/Jinnah Hospital, including Director Administration and Incharge COVID-19 PCR Laboratory, where he demonstrated remarkable leadership during the pandemic.

An authority in laboratory advancement and diagnostics, he has authored 65+ peer-reviewed publications, delivered numerous international conference presentations, written academic books, serves on editorial and review boards, and is an approved M.Phil & Mphil supervisor. As an ISO-15189:2022 Auditor with PNAC, he has evaluated leading pathology laboratories across Pakistan, strengthening national standards of laboratory quality.

As emphasized by the World Health Organization, ensuring safe blood in Punjab effectively safeguards nearly 70% of the population through reliable transfusion services. Under his visionary leadership, we anticipate that IBTS will flourish with the highest professional and scientific standards, transforming public perception and advancing toward national and international benchmarks in safe blood transfusion services.