Saleem Islam

Dr. Saleem Islam is a distinguished pediatric surgeon and the Chair of the Department of Surgery at Aga Khan University in Karachi, Pakistan. He played a pivotal role in successfully conducting a rare heart surgery known as left cardiac sympathetic denervation (LCSD) on a young patient, Ayan Hussain, marking a significant medical milestone in the country. His expertise and collaborative efforts with the National Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases (NICVD) exemplify the advancements in pediatric cardiac care in Pakistan.