Introductions
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BIDE has been involved in various research projects since its establishment in 1996. In January 1999, BIDE opened a medical research department pioneering the research activities in the field of diabetes in Pakistan. Research department has now a fully developed research unit consisting of head of the research department, honorary research consultant, research officers, statistician and a research coordinator.
The department is led by Professor Abdul Basit and Prof. Rubina Hakeem.
Prof. Abdul Basit (Director – BIDE) is also an honorary research associate of Nottingham University. The research department has valuable support of BIDE consultants/physician who have been participating in the departmental activities and giving their precious time and advice to the research department for conducting studies. Information Technology, Diet and Education department of BIDE has also been actively participating in the research activities.