Physiology Department

The Physiology Department (headed by Prof. Dr. Tanzeela Waqar), is a vital division of Queens Medical College, dedicated to the study of the functions and mechanisms of living organisms. It bridges fundamental biological sciences and clinical medicine, focusing on how the human body works under normal and pathological conditions.

Key Features of the Physiology Department:

1. Teaching and Education:
Provides foundational knowledge in physiology to medical, dental, nursing, and allied health science students.
Covers key systems such as cardiovascular, respiratory, nervous, endocrine, renal, and musculoskeletal systems.
2. Research:
Conducts cutting-edge research on body functions, mechanisms of diseases, and therapeutic interventions.
Emphasizes understanding cellular and molecular processes to develop new medical technologies and treatments.
3. Laboratory Facilities:
Equipped with advanced tools for experimental and clinical physiology studies.
Includes facilities for electrophysiology, biochemical analysis, and imaging techniques.
4. Clinical Relevance:
Collaborates with clinical departments to apply physiological principles in patient care and treatment.
Focuses on translational research to improve diagnostics and therapeutics.
The department serves as the cornerstone of understanding human health and disease, fostering the next generation of healthcare professionals and scientists.

Objective of the Department

    Physiology is the study of the functions and mechanisms of the living body, from the cellular level to the organism as a whole. The primary objectives of physiology are as follows:

    Understand Normal Body Functions

  • Explore how various systems (e.g., cardiovascular, respiratory, nervous, digestive, and endocrine) function in healthy individuals.
  • Understand the mechanisms that maintain homeostasis and ensure survival.

    • Investigate Mechanisms of Action

  • Study the biochemical, cellular, and systemic processes that drive bodily functions.
  • Explain how the body's components interact to respond to internal and external changes.

    • Support Medical Science

  • Provide foundational knowledge for diagnosing, treating, and preventing diseases.
  • Guide the development of therapies and medical interventions.

    • Explore Adaptation and Regulation

  • Understand how organisms adapt to environmental changes (e.g., temperature, altitude, or stress).
  • Study regulatory systems, such as feedback loops in hormonal and neural pathways.

    • Understand Disease Pathophysiology

  • Identify how normal physiological processes are altered in diseases.
  • Study the progression and effects of pathological conditions to inform treatment strategies.

Facilities of the Department

  • 1 The Physiology departmental structure is defined. (Department organogram and staff structure)
  • 2 The head of department is aware of his/her responsibilities.
  • 3 The head of department is aware of current departmental challenges.
  • 4 There is a structured timetable of various classes. (Small group discussions, Lab Practicals, tutorials etc.)
  • 5 There is a structured allocation of faculty to cover the student schedules.
  • 6 There is structured duty roster of staff including lab technicians to provide technical and clerical support.
  • 7 The lab is well equipped to cater to needs of the students.
  • 8 The students are comfortable with the study environment.
  • 9 The Students feel adequacy of resources in the Physiology lab, and tutorial rooms etc.
  • 10 The Students feel adequacy of resources in library.
  • 11 Mentoring sessions are organized for students to provide guidance on their academics as well as other concerns, such as hostel-related issues, time management, stress management, career planning, and welfare counseling.
  • 12 Facilities are provided for students to conduct research, and they receive guidance on completing various research projects and publishing articles.

Faculty List Physiology

Prof. Dr. Shireen Khawar
  • Department:    Physiology
  • Designation:   Professor/Vice Principal
  • Qualification:   MBBS, MPhil
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Prof. Dr. Tanzeela Waqar
  • Department:    Physiology
  • Designation:   HOD
  • Qualification:   MBBS, MPhil
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Dr. Shaista Hussain
  • Department:    Physiology
  • Designation:   Associate Professor
  • Qualification:   MBBS, MPhil
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Dr. Syed Usama
  • Department:    Physiology
  • Designation:   Assistant Professor
  • Qualification:   MBBS, MPhil
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