Altamash Institute of Dental Medicine (AIDM)

Altamash Institute of Dental Medicine (AIDM) is well known as a leading source of dental education and dental Medical College in Karachi. In the field of dentistry the achievements and contributions of AIDM are recognized in Pakistan and abroad both f AIDM are recognized in Pakistan and abroad both as an institution and as a dental hospital. (AIDM) was established in 2001 and has since its inception stood out as an exemplary place for undergraduate, postgraduate, research programs, foreign collaboration and student teacher exchange programs. AIDM is a blend of a committed and qualified faculty inherently focused to provide high quality theoretical and practical knowledge to its devoted students in a well enabled environment. The team at the institute stands committed to make AIDM the leading source of dental care in Pakistan through adopting advanced educational methodologies, portrayed year after year in the enhanced quality of its successful graduates. At AIDM, we strive to provide a thriving environment so the students can flourish both professionally and personally to face the challenges of the profession. AIDM was founded by Prof. Dr. Mohammad Altamash. He is the first dentist who has been awarded the Presidential Award of Sitara-e-Imtiaz by the President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan in recognition of his invaluable contributions in the health sector. It is indeed an honour and privilege for me to be the Patron-in-Chief of Altamash Institute of Dental Medicine (AIDM). This Institute, over a period of two decades has attained the status of excellence both in the fields of specialized dental technology of health sciences and allied advanced techniques of professional learning. The quality of education being imparted at the Institute and scientific pursuits being afforded to the students in a conducive learning environment are indeed commendable. I would like to compliment the faculty and administration for their dedication and commitment in securing the cherished goals of pre-eminence and excellence. I urge the students to make best use of the available facilities and work conscientiously to make a name for themselves and their alma-mater. Mission We forge the future of dentistry by flourishing impeccable clinicians, educators and researchers to deliver oral health by caring for the needs of diverse community, seeking innovations in education, patient care, research and serving as leaders in health profession. Vision Our vision is to provide an inspiring academic environment which delivers sound clinical education through highly qualified faculty contributing to our national duty as health care professionals. Goals 1. Recognize the basic scientific principles needed to practice the quality standards of oral health care. 2. Follow and select appropriate scientific resources related to new guidelines governed by the dental profession. 3. Practice evidence based dentistry as an independent practitioner aligned with national and international guidelines. 4. Engage in self directed lifelong learning. 5. Effectively manage community based oral health in order to employ professionalism and work ethics in practice. 6. Recognize basic steps of research and participate voluntarily in ongoing latest research projects. ...view more