Dr. Jamal Zafar

Bio

Dr. Jamal Zafar is one of the most prominent and recognized Internal Medicine Specialist, General Physician & Family Physician in Islamabad. He is a very competent doctor who can deal with a wide range of services such as Addison's Disease, Cholesterol Disorders, Diabetes Management, Diarrhea Treatment, Hepatitis A, B, C Treatment, Hypertension management & Thyroid Diseases, etc. Dr. Zafar is a seasoned professional who has extensive knowledge and immense clinical expertise in the diagnosis, treatment, and compassionate care of people from different age groups across the spectrum from health to complex illness. He is highly respected by his peers, patients, as well as other professionals in the field. Dr. Jamal is one of the most accomplished internists in Pakistan and several experts in the field look forward to learning from his vast experience

Qualifications

Dr. Jamal Zafar has an exceptional academic profile with advanced qualifications in medicine, that has enabled him to be one of the most proficient physicians operating in Pakistan. He is a PMDC (Now PMC) Registered professional with an MBBS and a Fellowship in the College of Physicians & Surgeons, Pakistan. Dr. Jamal is a highly qualified specialist who aims to deliver the best level of services to his patients by combining education, skill & expertise and using the scientific analysis of the underlying condition to deliver the best care possible to his patients

Experience

Dr. Jamal Zafar has been active in the field for more than 36 years, that makes him one of the most experienced general physicians in the country. He is currently offering consultations at Hanif Hospital in Rawalpindi, Islamabad Specialist Center in Islamabad and at his own clinic, Dr. Jamal Zafar’s Clinic, which is also located in the capital. In the past, he has also served as the Ex-Chairman, Department of Medicine at PIMS, Islamabad. He is a highly acclaimed Medical Specialist & Diabetologist who is held in high regard by the local & International authorities for his remarkable quality of work & commitment to the profession. Dr. Jamal has earned the status of a veteran due to his vast contributions to the development of the health care sector in Pakistan. He has served the nation with his tremendous skills for almost four decades and loves to share his experiences with his students, trainees & young doctors in order to inspire them and enhance their vision.

Activism

Jamal Zafar has a proactive approach when it comes to spreading awareness regarding the general health of the public. He has been a key figure in conducting a number of researches, arranging various conferences & publishing articles that help educate the people of different age groups, so that they can be empowered to take better care of their physical & mental health. Dr. Zafar has played a significant role in raising awareness for the masses and has made use of every available platform for this purpose. His work has been published on various forums such as Journal of The Pakistan Medical Association and he has been an honorable mention in many magazines such as the Daily News etc. He is one of the most distinguished names in the field of Internal medicine and is an esteemed figure who has appeared as a special guest or speaker on various occasions. He was the Guest Speaker at the “World Diabetes Day” observed in PIMS diabetic foot clinic by the Department of General Medicine Team. Speakers from a variety of medical fields were invited at the event who participated in small group discussions and delivered lectures focusing on various aspects of diabetes, especially on a healthy lifestyle. In Pakistan, a survey was conducted by Dr. Jamal and his team according to the International standards. With the help of google mapping, individuals were screened with the standard 2 hours glucose tolerance test for diabetes. According to the survey, 26% of Pakistanis are living with diabetes mellitus above the age of 20 years. This means that around 30 to 40 million people in Pakistan or one in every four persons above the age of 20 years has diabetes. Dr. Jamal Zafar also has an active media presence and a number of his Interviews & short videos discussing different topics are available online for anyone seeking expert advice. In one video, he discusses diabetes and explains how it is an illness that affects the entire body. Diabetes affects much of the world and is very much prevalent in Pakistan. He went on to explain how type 2 diabetes is often caused by an unhealthy diet and a lack of exercise as well as an unhealthy lifestyle overall. He further advised that the people who have a family history of diabetes especially, must be more careful of eating healthier, exercising more & should get regular checkups. If someone develops diabetes but does not treat it or take care, it can result in some very serious health issues later on. Therefore, it is very important that patients stay regular with their routine.

Special Interests

Dr. Jamal Zafar is a highly acclaimed specialist having the capabilities to deal with a diverse range of services but his main area of interest lies in the treatment of diabetes. He has also shown a keen interest in tackling the complications of Covid 19 for a diabetic patient and has been actively working to gather information regarding this virus. In an interview available online, he explains the effects of the Corona Virus for someone who is diabetic. He explained how the virus is more dangerous for people with diabetes as compared to the average person without diabetes. The virus is able to spread in the body of a diabetic patient easier than normal, resulting in a more serious version of the disease. Patients with diabetes should make sure that they are keeping it under control to avoid the serious effects of COVID.

Contact Details

In order to book an appointment with Dr. Jamal Zafar, you can call 04238900939 or click the book appointment button on the right side of the page.