Department of
Forensic Medicine and Toxicology
Introduction
The Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology at Aziz Fatimah Medical and Dental College plays a crucial role in integrating medical knowledge with the legal system. The department educates undergraduate MBBS students on medico-legal responsibilities, death investigation, injury interpretation, toxicology, and ethical medical practice. Through interactive teaching and real-life case discussions, it aims to equip future doctors with the skills required to navigate medico-legal challenges confidently and ethically.
Services
Medico-legal Education
Comprehensive training in forensic medicine, medical ethics, and toxicology for MBBS students.
Workshops & Seminars
Regular organization of seminars on legal responsibilities, gender-based violence, poisoning, and ethical dilemmas.
Research
Faculty-led research projects in areas such as injury documentation, substance abuse patterns, and forensic analysis.
Collaboration
Liaison with legal authorities, law enforcement, and hospitals for training and awareness.
Community Awareness
Public education drives and awareness sessions on rights, consent, and legal obligations in healthcare.
Achievements
Academic Excellence
High performance of AFMDC students in university professional examinations in forensic medicine and toxicology.
Competitions and Events
Participation and recognition in forensic competitions and intercollegiate academic events.
Torture and Custodial Death (Prevention and Punishment) Act, 2022
Contribution to national level legislative policy development in collaboration with Justice Project Pakistan.
Publications
Faculty publications in journals on emerging forensic issues.
Forensic Fusion (an AI expert assistant chatbot)
Integration of artificial intelligence for development of interactive learning tool for forensic medicine and toxicology.
International Forensics Day
Annual celebration of International Forensics Day with engaging activities such as forensic expo, mock crime scenes, student presentations, and guest lectures, fostering awareness and enthusiasm for the field.
Forensic Awareness
Initiation of a student-led forensic interest group for co-curricular activities and forensic literacy.
Departmental Strengths
- Dedicated and experienced faculty with a strong background in medico-legal practice and academic teaching.
- Student-centered learning through case-based discussions, autopsy demonstrations, and mock courtrooms.
- Integration of forensic principles with community health and clinical practice.
- Active coordination with local medico-legal centers to provide contextual learning.
- Strong ethical focus, preparing students to deal with sensitive cases professionally and with compassion.