The Surgery Interest Group (SIG) aims to provide an opportunity for surgery enthusiasts to explore their passion for surgery and help them move forward. We do so by providing aspiring surgeons with a platform to interact with surgical alumni and practicing surgeons in addition to providing skill development and research activities.
Our activities cater to surgically inclined students of the Aga Khan University, and even outside through our Ambassadors Programme.
Faculty & Resident Engagement
Works for the development of necessary surgical skills such as suturing knot tying and much more
Alumni Engagement
SIG’s alumni outreach department works systematically to engage and connect with our honorable alumni
Research Opportunities
Research has become a vital and integral part of securing a position in any surgery residency
Ambassadors Programme
The Ambassadors Programme aimed at bringing surgical enthusiasts from different universities to one platform
Message from
the Convener
Surgery once considered to be a luxury is now regarded as a necessity with increasing demand every day. As of today, there is a need of 2.2 million more surgeons and anesthetists in order to fulfill global demand. A surgeon in today’s world, therefore, works towards a mission of making timely, affordable, and quality surgical care possible. It is, therefore, imperative that young aspiring surgeons are exposed to the right opportunities at the right time. Surgery Interest Group (SIG) serves this very purpose by utilizing the resources available to the students and leveraging them to structure workshops, talks, surgical camps, and a host of other activities while serving as a platform connecting Faculty, Residents, Alumni, and students. Read more…
Muhammad Ali | SIG Convener
Global Conferences
5th AKU Annual
Surgical Conference
In the 'Trauma: Striving for Change' conference, SIG for the first time in Pakistan organised Surgery Olympics for medical students, as well as a Student Session and Breakfast with Surgeons.
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Talks
Learn from the best
SIG conducts regular talks by AKU's esteemed graduates and renowned surgeons from across the globe! Find out more about their life choices, decisions and recent achievements.
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Global Conferences
11th International Biennial
CTS Conference
The Surgery Interest Group played a pivotal role in organizing a successful pre-conference suturing workshop under the guidance of faculty mentors.
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Workshops
Enhance your skills
Join our regular Suturing and Knot-Tying Workshops, where world-class surgeons teach you how to strengthen your basic OR skills. From the art of Email writing to closing a wound, SIG brings it all!
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Our Team
Meet the SIG family whose dedicated work is reflected in all our achievements.