UCMD dental student shines at oral health screening in Skardu
LAHORE: In a remarkable display of service-driven healthcare education, Khawaja Ahmad Aman, a final-year Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) student at the University College of Medicine and Dentistry (UCMD), made a notable contribution to a free community dental screening camp held this summer in Shigar, Skardu, located in the remote valleys of Gilgit-Baltistan.
The outreach initiative was organized by the Pakistan Association of Dental Students (PADS) as part of its national efforts to improve oral health literacy and access across underserved regions. The camp was hosted at Government High School, Shigar, and provided oral health screenings and hygiene education to more than 600 individuals, including students, parents, and local residents — many of whom have limited access to basic dental care.
The camp also served as a platform for experiential learning, where Khawaja and his peers enhanced their clinical, communication, and leadership skills in a resource-limited environment.
PADS: Driving community-oriented dental care
The Pakistan Association of Dental Students (PADS) deserves full credit for organizing the Shigar dental camp under its national outreach program. The initiative brought together a committed team of young professionals and students from various institutions, working collectively to promote preventive oral healthcare in remote areas.
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