From Diagnosis to Treatment Patients’ Aid Strengthens Radiology at Jinnah Hospital, Karachi

In every healthcare facility, radiology plays a pivotal role and is often considered the backbone of the healthcare system. It aids in the early and accurate diagnosis of a wide range of medical conditions, from fractures and infections to complex internal diseases, and allows timely and effective treatment.  Radiology not only supports physicians in monitoring disease progression and treatment outcomes but also plays a critical role in preventive care through screening programs. Advanced imaging technologies such as X-rays, CT scans, MRI, Mammogram, PET CT and ultrasound provide detailed insights into the human body, helping healthcare professionals make informed decisions. 

With the major support of Patients’ Aid, the radiology department at Jinnah Hospital, one of the largest and oldest hospitals in Pakistan, has been completely revamped and equipped with latest technology to meet every patient’s needs. The hospital’s radiology department now includes 20 X-ray and fluoroscopy machines, 2 endoscopy units, 5 CT scan machines, 2 mammography units, a PET-CT scanner, 42 ultrasound Dopplers, 5 MRI scanners, 2 DEXA bone-density machines, 4 echocardiography systems, and 1 elastography machine. This extensive array of equipment allows the hospital to handle a diverse range of medical conditions, from routine imaging and cancer screening to cardiovascular assessments and advanced body scans.

For people from underserved communities across Pakistan, these procedures could cost thousands of rupees, making them an unattainable dream for those who cannot afford them. Patients’ Aid has ensured that this facility is exceptionally well-equipped, allowing people to access advanced radiological care at Jinnah Hospital free of charge.

Healing Happens Daily at Jinnah Hospital Radiology Department

Every day, over 3,000 radiology diagnostics are performed at Jinnah Hospital, highlighting just how vital and functional this department has become. These numbers reflect not just machines and procedures, they represent lives touched, diagnoses made on time, and treatments that give patients a real chance at recovery.

Patients’ Aid has enabled over 782,000 radiological diagnostics in year 2024-25 alone, including MRIs, CT scans, X-rays, mammograms, PET CT and ultrasounds. Every scan and procedure ensures that underserved patients receive accurate diagnoses and life-saving treatments that they might not otherwise afford.

Behind every statistic is a story: a child receiving an early diagnosis that changes their future, a mother detected with breast cancer at a treatable stage, or a father receiving life-saving radiotherapy that allows him to see another day with his family. This is the real impact of a fully functional radiology department powered by support from Patients’ Aid.

You can be part of this humanitarian work. By donating to Patients’ Aid, you help ensure that thousands more patients continue to receive these critical services every day. Your contribution can directly help save lives. Click here to donate now.

Digital Imaging System introduced by Patients’ Aid at JPMC Drives Progress in Radiology 

Patients’ Aid Foundation has been playing a key role in strengthening radiology at Jinnah Hospital, making advanced diagnostic care accessible to a wider population. By supporting the hospital with modern equipment and improved infrastructure, the foundation has helped clinicians provide faster and more accurate diagnoses, which is critical for effective treatment and patient care, especially cancer patients.

In addition to upgrading equipment, Patients’ Aid has contributed to improving workflows and patient access. Digital imaging systems and streamlined reporting have reduced waiting times, improved digital record keeping, and made it easier for patients and doctors to follow up on test results. 

Most hospitals in Pakistan still operate on outdated manual systems but the Patients’ aid has brought a digital revolution to Jinnah hospital. These enhancements ensure that patients receive timely and efficient care, particularly in a high demand public hospital setting. 

The lack of digital health infrastructure in public hospitals causes delays, repeated tests, and medical errors. In today’s tech-driven world, the absence of electronic records and automated reporting is a serious risk to patient safety. Digital innovation in healthcare is essential for survival.

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Through these initiatives, Patients’ Aid has reinforced the critical role of radiology as the backbone of modern healthcare. By combining technology, accessibility, and patient centered practices, Jinnah Hospital is now better equipped to provide accurate diagnoses, guide treatment, and improve overall health outcomes for the community it serves. 

Each day, the radiology department performs thousands of diagnostics, providing the real-time imaging that guides oncologists in treatment planning. The perfect collaboration between radiology and oncology ensures that patients receive timely, precise interventions, from initial diagnosis to treatment and follow up. This seamless integration minimises risks and maximizes both efficiency and effectiveness, turning imaging into a powerful tool not just for detection, but for life-saving therapy.

Patients’ Aid transformation at JPMC shows how modern imaging and precision therapy together improve cancer care, highlighting the life-saving impact of integrated radiology and oncology services.

Contribute to the Humanitarian Effort of Saving Lives at Jinnah Hospital

On this international Radiology day 2025, you can play a vital role in changing lives by supporting Patients’ Aid and their healthcare initiatives at Jinnah Hospital. 

Every day, thousands of patients from Sindh, Balochistan, Punjab, and other underserved regions travel to Karachi seeking life-saving diagnostics, treatments, and therapies that they cannot afford. Your donation can help keep advanced radiology and oncology services running, ensure access to high quality care for those in need, and bring hope to families facing serious illnesses. 

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Your small contribution is giving patients a chance at timely diagnosis, effective treatment, and a healthier future. 

Visit Patients’ Aid website to learn more about their healthcare initiatives and join us in making quality healthcare accessible for all in Pakistan.