Dr. Ahmad Shahzad
Founder | Lyallpur Diabetes Foundation
Consultant Diabetologist | Educator | Advocate for Preventive Care
The growing prevalence of diabetes in Pakistan demands innovative, practical, and scalable healthcare solutions. Addressing this challenge requires strong leadership at the primary care level, where most patients first seek medical attention. In recognition of such leadership and impact, Dr. Ahmed Shehzad has been awarded a national-level honor for his contributions to advancing primary care diabetes services in Pakistan.
This award acknowledges his collaborative work and private partnership in developing a structured approach to diabetes management that strengthens the role of primary care physicians nationwide.
Recognizing Excellence in Primary Care Diabetes
Dr. Ahmed Shehzad received national recognition for his role in supporting and implementing a first-of-its-kind primary care diabetes association model in Pakistan. This initiative focuses on integrating diabetes care into routine primary healthcare, ensuring that quality management is accessible, consistent, and patient-centered.
By emphasizing standardized care pathways, physician education, and long-term follow-up, this model addresses critical gaps that have historically limited effective diabetes management at the community level.
A Collaborative Vision for National Impact
A defining strength of this initiative is the collaboration and private partnership between Dr. Ahmed Shehzad and Dr. Amir Shaukat. Their combined efforts reflect a shared vision: to empower primary care physicians with the knowledge, structure, and confidence required to manage diabetes effectively.
This partnership has enabled the development of a unified framework that balances clinical excellence with practical implementation, making it adaptable across diverse healthcare settings in Pakistan.
Why Primary Care Matters in Diabetes Management
Diabetes is a lifelong condition that requires regular monitoring, education, and timely intervention. Primary care plays a central role in:
- Early detection and screening
- Continuous patient monitoring
- Lifestyle counseling and medication management
- Prevention of complications through routine care
Dr. Ahmed Shehzad’s contribution highlights the importance of moving diabetes care beyond specialist centers and into primary healthcare facilities, where sustained patient relationships can lead to better outcomes.
A National Milestone in Healthcare Development
The national-level award recognizes not only individual achievement but also the broader impact of a system designed to improve diabetes care across Pakistan. The initiative represents the first national combination of primary care collaboration, structured diabetes education, and coordinated clinical standards developed within the country.
Such recognition reinforces the importance of locally developed healthcare models that address Pakistan’s unique challenges and healthcare realities.
Association with Lyallpur Diabetes Foundation (LDF)
Through his professional collaboration with Lyallpur Diabetes Foundation (LDF), Dr. Ahmed Shehzad has contributed to efforts focused on diabetes awareness, professional capacity building, and community-level healthcare improvement. LDF’s commitment to education and accessibility aligns closely with the goals recognized by this award.
The foundation continues to support initiatives that promote evidence-based care and strengthen the role of primary care providers in managing chronic diseases.
Inspiring the Next Phase of Progress
This national recognition serves as an encouragement for healthcare professionals across Pakistan to invest in primary care-driven solutions. Dr. Ahmed Shehzad’s work demonstrates how collaboration, innovation, and commitment can lead to meaningful improvements in patient care.
As diabetes rates continue to rise, initiatives like this provide a sustainable roadmap for expanding quality care and improving long-term health outcomes nationwide.
Watch the Award Recognition Video
We are pleased to share the award-receiving video of Dr. Ahmed Shehzad, marking this important milestone in his professional journey and highlighting the national recognition of a collaborative effort to strengthen primary care diabetes management in Pakistan.