On April 23, 2025, an advanced hands-on workshop on DERMATOPATHOLOGY was successfully organized by Department of Dermatology Services Institute of Medical Sciences / Services Hospital Lahore. This initiative was held under the patronage of Principal SIMS Prof. Dr. Zohra Khanum, with supervision of Prof. FARIA ASAD, HOD Department of Dermatology SIMS. The workshop was facilitated by Dr Hira Tariq, Assistant Professor Dermatology.

The workshop was part of 4-days FCPS Dermatology Preparatory course, attended by more than 40 candidates across the country.

The workshop aimed to enhance and assess competence of exam candidates in Dermatopathology using 40 slides on microscopes followed by description of slides, enabling postgraduate trainees to gain confidence and precision in Dermatopathology.

These training workshops play a pivotal role in improving patient safety and healthcare outcomes. The Preparatory Course continues to serve as a hub for innovative and practical medical education, aligning with international standards and contributing to the development of competent and confident future dermatologists across the country.