RIHS conducts leadership workshop to prepare future healthcare leaders
RAWALPINDI: The Rawal Institute of Health Sciences (RIHS) has reinforced its commitment to professional development by organizing a highly engaging workshop on Leadership and Its Aspects, aimed at nurturing leadership qualities among house officers and preparing them for future roles as effective healthcare leaders.
The workshop brought together house officers from multiple departments and focused on building leadership competence through structured learning, interaction, and real-world application.
Building leadership foundations early in medical careers
The workshop was hosted by Dr. Saad Asad and Dr. Khaliq Aman Rono, both of whom guided participants through the core principles of leadership in healthcare settings. The primary objective was to familiarize young medical professionals with the fundamental concepts of leadership, while highlighting the traits and responsibilities of effective leaders in clinical and organizational environments.
Delivering an insightful presentation, Dr. Khaliq Aman Rono discussed various leadership styles and approaches, emphasizing adaptability, communication, and decision-making as key components of successful leadership. His session encouraged participants to reflect on leadership challenges commonly faced in healthcare teams.
Interactive learning through role play, group engagement
To ensure active participation, the workshop featured interactive activities and role-play exercises, allowing house officers to apply leadership concepts to practical, real-life scenarios. These activities helped participants better understand team dynamics, conflict resolution, and collaborative problem-solving.
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Following a brief refreshment break, Dr. Saad Asad delivered a comprehensive session focusing on practical strategies for becoming an effective leader, addressing common leadership challenges encountered during early professional life, particularly in high-pressure clinical environments.
Emphasizing leadership development in medical education
The importance of early leadership exposure was further highlighted by Dr. Mahjabeen Aftab, who stressed that leadership development during student and house officer years plays a crucial role in shaping confident, responsible, and ethically grounded healthcare professionals.
The workshop concluded with group-based activities designed to reinforce leadership principles, promote teamwork, and encourage collective problem-solving.
Strengthening teamwork, professional growth
Participants described the workshop as a valuable learning experience that enhanced their understanding of leadership, teamwork, and organizational growth. RIHS officials noted that such initiatives reflect the institution’s broader vision of producing not only clinically competent graduates but also professionals capable of leading healthcare teams effectively.
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