Introduction
Department of Oral Pathology is established in University of Health Sciences under the Division of Pathology with a vision to upgrade the science of oral pathology by producing qualified and well-equipped graduates who are excellent oral pathologists, good researchers, and thorough professionals. The department is currently running two programs; M. Phil and Ph. D (Oral Pathology), that are approved by Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan. Department of Oral Pathology was given the status of independent department in 2015.
Vision:
To be recognized as the national center of excellence for research and diagnostics in the field of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, contributing to improved education, patient care, and scientific advancement.
Mission:
To explore the cellular and molecular basis of oral and maxillofacial diseases by conducting basic, applied, and translational research in Oral Histopathology, Oral Microbiology, Virology, Immunology, and Oral Medicine, with the aim of guiding accurate diagnosis, effective treatment, and innovation in oral health sciences.
Course Offered
The Department of Oral Pathology at the University of Health Sciences, Lahore, is currently offering two advanced postgraduate programs—- • M.Phil. (Oral Pathology)
- • Ph.D. (Oral Pathology)
The M.Phil. program, initiated in 2009–2010, is designed to provide postgraduate students with a strong foundation in oral histopathology, oral microbiology, virology, immunology, and molecular biology. The curriculum emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and hands-on laboratory training, enabling students to develop skills in diagnostic pathology, advanced research methodologies, and scientific writing. Graduates of this program are prepared to serve as teachers, and researchers in academia, hospitals, and research institutions.
The Ph.D. program, launched in 2014–2015, is a higher-level research-intensive degree aimed at training scholars in independent scientific inquiry and advanced diagnostic techniques. Ph.D. candidates are expected to conduct original research in key areas such as oral carcinogenesis, precancerous lesions, molecular and immunohistochemical markers, and translational aspects of oral pathology. The program not only builds capacity in oral and maxillofacial pathology but also contributes to addressing national health challenges through cutting-edge research and innovation.
Both programs are supervised by highly qualified faculty members, supported by well-equipped laboratories and research facilities. The department ensures compliance with HEC guidelines regarding coursework, research, thesis submission, and evaluation, thereby maintaining academic excellence and credibility. Through these postgraduate programs, the Department of Oral Pathology is steadily contributing to the development of trained manpower, academic leadership, and research capacity in dental and health sciences, both at the national and regional level. In addition to postgraduate training, the department contributes to the undergraduate curriculum of BDS. Faculty members are actively involved in teaching, mentoring, and curriculum development.