Pakistan Kidney Institute Honours Dr. Bashir A. Azher for His Meritorious Services

"PKI proudly honours Dr. Bashir A. Azher — a symbol of compassion, generosity, and service to humanity. His support has strengthened our mission to serve poor kidney patients across Pakistan. May Allah SWT bless all who contribute to this noble cause."

Pakistan Kidney Institute (PKI) organized a special event on December 02, 2025 to recognize the meritorious and longstanding services of Dr. Bashir A. Azher, a renowned Pakistani-origin American Urologist and distinguished philanthropist. The event was held to honour his exceptional contributions to Pakistan and to acknowledge his unwavering dedication to serving poor and needy kidney patients in Pakistan. The ceremony was attended by the team of urologists, residents, and members of the administrative and clinical staff. Dr. Masooma Saeed, Consultant Anaesthesiologist and Member of the Board of Governors at the Pakistan Kidney Institute, also graced the occasion with her esteemed presence.

Prof. Saeed Akhter, President of Pakistan Kidney Institute and Chairman Board of Governors, Pakistan Kidney & Liver Institute and Research Centre (PKLI) and Jinnah Medical Complex & Research Centre (JMC&RC), formally welcomed Dr. Bashir A. Azher. In his remarks, Prof. Saeed Akhter introduced him to the residents, faculty, and staff, and highlighted his remarkable journey of philanthropic support for PKI over the years.

Prof. Saeed Akhter shared how PKI’s journey began at Shifa International Hospital in April 2004 and continued steadfastly for over two decades. He emphasized that Dr. Bashir A. Azher is among the foremost U.S.-based donors of Pakistan Kidney Institute, consistently stepping forward in times of need—whether through the provision of medical equipment or vital financial assistance. Prof. Saeed Akhter acknowledged that the contributions of distinguished benefactors like Dr. Bashir A. Azher have been instrumental in the growth and sustainability of Pakistan Kidney Institute, ultimately enabling the establishment of the Pakistan Kidney and Liver Institute (PKLI) and, more recently, the Jinnah Medical Complex. He noted that such milestones would not have been possible without the unwavering support of esteemed donors like Dr. Bashir A. Azher.

Dr. Bashir A. Azher shared his reflections on the occasion, He thanked Prof. Saeed Akhter for inviting him. He stated that human beings are nothing without the help and guidance of Allah SWT who enables us to perform good deeds and grants us countless blessings for which we remain eternally indebted. He added that any financial contribution he has made to the journey of Pakistan Kidney Institute is solely by the grace and blessing of Allah SWT, as all goodness and benevolence come only from His will, not from human effort alone.

Dr. Muhammad Imran Jamil, Chief Executive Officer and Consultant Urologist of Pakistan Kidney Institute, also expressed profound appreciation for Dr. Bashir A. Azher’s exceptional efforts and longstanding commitment. He stated that PKI stands as a remarkable example of a sustained journey dedicated to serving poor and underprivileged kidney patients in Pakistan. Dr. Muhammad Imran Jamil further stated that extending financial or moral support to those in need is a noble act, and such kindness is always returned in unexpected and blessed ways by Allah SWT.

Dr. Durre Shohab, Director Administration and Consultant Urologist at Pakistan Kidney Institute, shared his reflections and stated that the donors and dedicated teams of PKI are truly special individuals chosen by Allah SWT for this noble cause. He expressed his deep gratitude for the opportunity to serve humanity through the institute and acknowledged that such work is both an honour and a responsibility entrusted by the Almighty ALLAH. Dr. Durre Shohab further emphasized that the spirit of compassion and generosity demonstrated by supporters like Dr. Bashir A. Azher continues to inspire the entire PKI family to strive for excellence in patient care and charitable service.

Dr. Assad-Ur-Rehman, Consultant Urologist at Pakistan Kidney & Liver Institute, also shared few words and recalled his involvement in this mission under the leadership of Prof. Saeed Akhter during his residency at Shifa International Hospital. He shared that being part has been a source of immense professional growth and personal fulfilment. Dr. Assad-Ur-Rehman also expressed his profound gratitude to Dr. Bashir A. Azher for his unwavering support and generous contributions over the years for Pakistan Kidney Institute.

The event concluded with Prof. Saeed Akhter presenting a commemorative shield to Dr. Bashir A. Azher as a formal acknowledgment of his outstanding contributions, exceptional generosity, and unwavering support for the Pakistan Kidney Institute.