The Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital (SKMCH) works with local and global organisations in the fight against cancer.
Here you’ll find out more about who we work with, as well as some organisations that have recognised the work we do.
World Health Organization
In 2004, SKMCH received an excellency award from the World Health Organisation (WHO). We were recognized for our outstanding contribution towards healthcare development.
The International Association of Cancer Registries (IACR)
SKMCH is a member of The International Association of Cancer Registries (IACR.) Registries play an important role in cancer research. By recording data on patterns, trends and epidemiological study, we are better able to examine the causes of cancer. Registries also play a significant part in the planning and monitoring of cancer control strategies. And they help us to identify priorities in public health. More about IACR.
The Christie
SKMCH works with The Christie. An NHS Foundation Trust, The Christie is the UKs largest comprehensive cancer center, specializing in cancer treatment, research and education. SKMCH and The Christie exchange service experience. Our hospital benefits from visits by The Christie medical staff, who travel to Pakistan to train our nurses and doctors on site.
American Association of Continuing Medical Education
SKMCH was accredited in 2009 by the American Association of Continuing Medical Education (AACME), as a CME (Continuing Medical Education) provider for health care professionals. Since then our hospital has continued to maintain adherence to AACME standards and policies, as well as Standards of Ethical Practices in Medical Education.