COMSTECH and LRBT in collaboration with Islamic Development Bank (IsDB), and coordination of Pakistani mission in Niger has scheduled to arrange eye camps for cataract surgeries and training workshops in Niamey, Niger during January 31 to February 07, 2022, said Prof. Dr. M. Iqbal Choudhary, Coordinator General COMSTECH in a press conference.
He said, a seven-member team of experienced ophthalmologists from Layton Rahmatulla Benevolent Trust (LRBT), Pakistan, has been selected for the task. The team during its visit, will conduct more than 400 cataract surgeries, examination of post-operation patients and workshop for training of local doctors on cataract surgery with phacoemulsification using the operation theater and other facilities available at tertiary hospital of Niamey. Apart from clinics, Pakistani team will also launch public awareness campaign about eye health and will visit local schools as well.
