PTCL & ChildLife Foundation Saving Children via Telemedicine
Islamabad, August 25, 2023: A groundbreaking partnership has been established between Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) and ChildLife Foundation, amplifying telecommunications services across over 200 remote telemedicine satellite and emergency centers throughout Pakistan.
Unveiling the Alliance: Leaders Join Forces
Zarrar Hasham Khan, Group Chief Business Solutions Officer at PTCL & Ufone 4G, and Dr. Ahson Rabbani, CEO of ChildLife Foundation, spearheaded the partnership in a ceremony hosted at ChildLife Foundation’s Emergency Center at Civil Hospital, Karachi. Eminent figures including Basharat Qureshi, Group VP Enterprise at PTCL, Umar Farooqi, Group Director Enterprise at PTCL, Syed Ali Hussain, GM Information Technology at ChildLife Foundation, Shahzad Zaki, GM Communications at ChildLife Foundation, and other dignitaries graced the occasion.
Harnessing Cutting-Edge Solutions: Advancing Healthcare Connectivity
PTCL is infusing ChildLife Foundation with its state-of-the-art connectivity solutions, empowered by the latest technology and managed services, to support the noble cause of providing enhanced healthcare services.
A Vision Shared: Enriching the Landscape
Zarrar Hasham Khan expressed his sentiments, stating, “Our collaboration with ChildLife Foundation signifies our unwavering commitment to the children of our nation. As a national entity, PTCL is at the forefront of digitalization efforts across Pakistan. Through strategic alliances like these, we are dedicated to playing a pivotal role in the evolution of telecom infrastructure. Our innovative and secure solutions in the health sector will contribute significantly to the overall societal progress of our country.”
Empowering the Underserved: Bridging Healthcare Gaps
Dr. Ahson Rabbani, CEO of ChildLife Foundation, highlighted the transformational potential of this partnership. “Our collaboration with PTCL marks a remarkable step forward in leveraging technology to bridge healthcare disparities in underserved regions. The Telemedicine Satellite Centers, empowered by PTCL’s communication solutions, empower remote communities with access to expert pediatric consultations. Geographical barriers will no longer compromise quality healthcare. This collaboration underscores our commitment to positive change through innovation and accessible healthcare.”
Joint Commitment: Elevating Emergency Health Services
With a shared commitment to providing unparalleled emergency health services to children across Pakistan, PTCL and ChildLife’s Foundation stand united. This partnership further accelerates growth within the realms of ICT and Security Solutions, vital components of forging a robust digital ecosystem in Pakistan.
