Rawalpindi Medical College was
established in Faisalabad in 1973 and relocated to Rawalpindi on November 5,
1974. The college initially occupied an incomplete building at Tipu Road, later
transferred to Rawalpindi Medical College.
Professor Abdul Latif, the
founder principal, played a significant role in establishing the institution.
He oversaw the construction of student hostels, staff colony, and auditorium.
The three teaching hospitals of the city namely Holy Family Hospital, Benazir
Bhutto Hospital and District Head Quarter Hospital, now called Rawalpindi
Teaching Hospital were attached to the college to teach and train medical
students.
Subsequent principals, Professor
Muhammad Nawaz and Professor Muhammad Iqbal, contributed to the college's
development. Professor Iqbal collaborated with Professor Saad Rana to establish
the New Teaching Block in Holy Family Hospital with assistance from the Islamic
Development Bank.
Professor Mubashir Malik
established the Department of Psychiatry and fostered international
collaborations. Professor Musadiq Khan established the Department of Medical
Education and the Institute of Allied Health Sciences in 2007. He also oversaw
the creation of the new teaching block in Holy Family Hospital, Rawalpindi,
along with the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and Cardiac Care Unit (CCU) In 2013,
Professor Muhammad Umar (S.1) initiated improvements in the Institution. He
restructured the undergraduate training program, upgraded student facilities,
and organized a historical meeting to develop national guidelines for
undergraduate training.
Since its establishment, over
8,600 students have graduated from RMC, achieving top positions in university
examinations. The college's academic programs are accredited by various bodies,
and it has gained recognition from international organizations.
Upon recognition of meritorious
serves rendered by the college, the Punjab Government on 5th May 2017 upgraded
it to Rawalpindi Medical University. With two main campuses and three
affiliated teaching hospitals, the university provides comprehensive education
and practical experiences for students. Under the leadership of Professor
Muhammad Umar (S.1), the college focused on patient care initiatives, including
the establishment of various departments including 12 new specialities and
improving affiliated hospitals' standards. The college has also established
recognized postgraduate training programs, organized international conferences,
and implemented mentorship programs.
The university's alumni have
contributed to its development and aligning it with the latest advancements in
healthcare. For the past three years, the university has been consecutively
ranked by the Times Higher Education as the top medical university of Pakistan.
To celebrate the Golden Jubilee of
the Rawalpindi Medical College, the Rawalpandi Medical University has organized
a series of academic and cultural events, including an International Scientific
Conference, alumni dinner, social program, variety program, and inauguration of
projects and programs.
The Pakistan Post Office will
issue a commemorative postage stamp to honor the Golden Jubilee and the
university's contributions to healthcare.
On the occasion of the Golden Jubilee Rawalpindi Medical College and University (1973-2023), Pakistan Post in issuing a Commemorative Postage Stamp of Rs. 20/- denomination on 6th September, 2023.
