AMU VC Inaugurates Regional Training Centre of Pharmacovigilance under Pv

 

AMU VC Inaugurates Prof Naima Khatoon with Prof M Mohsin khan, Prof Mohd Khalid, Prof Anjum Pervezand Prof Zia ur Rahman during the  inauguration of the Regional Training Centre of Pharmacovigilan

Aligarh, August 7: Cementing its commitment to patient safety and excellence in healthcare education, Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) inaugurated the Regional Training Centre of Pharmacovigilance under the Pharmacovigilance Programme of India (PvPI), Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (IPC), marking a significant milestone in strengthening drug safety monitoring and pharmacovigilance training in the region.

The Centre was inaugurated by the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Naima Khatoon, in the presence ofProf. Mohd. Mohsin Khan, Pro Vice-Chancellor; Prof. Mohammad Khalid, Dean, Faculty of Medicine; Prof. Anjum Parvez, Principal and Chief Medical Superintendent, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College and Hospital (JNMCH); Prof. Vibha Sharma , MIC PRO and was hosted by Prof. S. Ziaur Rahman, Chairman, Department of Pharmacology.

Addressing the gathering, the Vice Chancellor Prof. Naima Khatoon said that the establishment of the Regional Training Centre reflects AMU's commitment to promoting the safe and rational use of medicines. She emphasized that a robust pharmacovigilance system is indispensable for modern healthcare, enabling continuous monitoring of medicines for their safety and effectiveness even after they are introduced into the market. She noted that the Centre would not only strengthen patient care but also promote research, training and evidence-based medical practice.

Congratulating the Department of Pharmacology, Pro Vice-Chancellor Prof. Mohd. Mohsin Khan lauded the team for bringing the prestigious Regional Training Centre to AMU and expressed confidence that it would significantly enhance patient safety, research and healthcare quality across the region.

Prof. Mohammad Khalid described the Centre as a landmark addition to AMU's medical ecosystem. He said, "This Centre will strengthen pharmacovigilance education, encourage evidence-based clinical practice and prepare healthcare professionals to uphold the highest standards of patient safety."

Prof. Anjum Parvez said, "Timely reporting of adverse drug reactions is fundamental to quality healthcare. The Regional Training Centre will enhance clinical vigilance and promote safer treatment practices for the benefit of patients."

Speaking on the occasion, Prof. S. Ziaur Rahman highlighted that the Centre would serve as a regional hub for promoting medication safety, strengthening adverse drug reaction (ADR) reporting and fostering a culture of clinical vigilance. He said the Centre will organize specialized training programmes, workshops and awareness modules for doctors, pharmacists, nurses and researchers to improve the detection, reporting and prevention of adverse drug reactions.

Among those present were Prof. N. D. Gupta, Prof. Mohd. Shameem, Prof. Sheelu Shafiq, Prof. M. Khwaja Saifullah, Prof. Mahtab Alam, Prof. Khwaja Saifullah Zafar, Prof. Geeta Rajput, Prof. Pradhuman Verma, Dr. Jameel Ahmad, Dr. Irfan Ahmad Khanand Dr. Ahmar Hasan, along with senior faculty members, researchers, healthcare professionals, residents and students.

The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr. Mohammad Sarfraz, Deputy Coordinator regional training centre for materiovigilance programme of India. Dr.Saumaya Thakur conducting the programme.