Pakistan Society Of Pediatric
Oncology
Pakistan Society Of Pediatric Oncology.
Pakistan Society Of Pediatric
President's Message
Professor Tariq
Ghafoor
Armed Forces Bone Marrow Transplant Centre, Pakistan ·
Paediatrics Professor, MBBS, FCPS (Paeds), FRCP (Ireland), FRCP (Glasgow)
Pakistan Society of Pediatric Oncology (PSPO) is a professional body working to create awareness about childhood cancer within medical professionals and in the public. Since its inception in October 2009, PSPO has worked to improve treatment outcomes of the children suffering from cancers. The society played a pivotal role in establishing fellowship training in the field of paediatric hematology and oncology in Pakistan. PSPO is actively involved with WHO Global Initiative for Childhood Cancer and has developed and implemented national, standardized care protocols for six common childhood cancers including Acute lymphoblastic Leukemia, Hodgkin Lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Retinoblastoma, Low Grade Gliomas and Wilms tumor. The society has also established a centralized data repository and a clinical trials unit under its umbrella to serve childhood cancer care across Pakistan. PSPO and its members have a commitment that every child suffering from cancer should get treatment. Please join hands to achieve this goal and improve childhood cancer care in Pakistan.
About PSPO
The Pakistan Society of Pediatric Oncology (PSPO) was established in 2009 by key founders including Dr. Shamvil Ashraf, Dr. Zehra Fadoo, Dr. Asim Belgaumi, and Dr. Mary Taj. It was officially registered as a non-profit organization on October 26, 2009. Its members include professionals from various pediatric oncology-related fields such as doctors, residents, nurses, technicians, and researchers. PSPO is governed by a Board of Directors and has its head office in central Karachi. The Society's vision is to ensure accessible quality cancer care for every child and adolescent.
Our Mission
- Promote awareness about childhood cancers in medical community & community at large.
- Create opportunities for training of professionals in the field of pediatric oncology.
- Develop treatment & diagnostic standards for childhood cancer in Pakistan.
- Develop robust research facilities in Pakistan in the field of childhood cancers.
- Establish practice for palliative care of children at par with international standards.
- Provide quality medical facilities & healthcare at an affordable cost.
- Set up charity fund for the treatment of children with cancer who cannot afford medical treatment.
Our Vision
Accessible, quality cancer care for every child and adolescent is essential. Every young patient deserves timely diagnosis, effective treatment, and compassionate support—no matter their location or background. By making care equitable and comprehensive, we offer hope, dignity, and a better future. Through global collaboration and continued efforts, we can ensure that no child is left behind in the fight against cancer.
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