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Email: abukhsh@uvas.edu.pk
Phone: +92 42 9921 1449
Dr. Allah Bukhsh

Assistant Professor (Clinical Pharmacy / Pharmacy Practice) Program Coordinator – Pharmacy Practice

B.Pharm, M.Phil., PhD Clinical Pharmacy (MONASH University)

Biography

Dr. Allah Bukhsh received his Doctor of Philosophy degree in Clinical Pharmacy from MONASH University Australia. Dr. Bukhsh is currently an Assistant Professor and Program coordinator for Clinical Pharmacy / Pharmacy Practice in the Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Veterinary & Animal Sciences Lahore, Pakistan. He is also an adjunct lecturer at School of Pharmacy, MONASH University Malaysia. He has 17 years’ experience of pharmacy practice, teaching and research in a tertiary care teaching hospital and top-ranked public universities of Pakistan, Malaysia and Australia. Dr. Bukhsh has recently been awarded with the prestigious Mollie Holman Award 2020 form MONASH University Australia to recognize and reward his outstanding doctoral thesis. The Mollie Holman medal is awarded to the best PhD thesis and is among the highest honors bestowed at MONASH University Australia. It is first event in the history of MONASH University that a Pakistani PhD graduate won this award.

Dr. Bukhsh current research interests include self-care in chronic disease management, drug utilization review and pharmacotherapeutics. He has published more than 40 research articles in ISI-Web of Science journals with a cumulative impact factor of above 100, h-index 13, i10-index 17 and total citations around 600. He was a recipient of Graduate Research Student-Publication Awards from MONASH University for publishing his Ph.D. research in JCR Q1 journals in 2018 and 2019. He is also a reviewer for numerous high-impact journals, such as Scientific Reports, BMJ Open Diabetes care and Research, and, Frontiers in Pharmacology.

He managed to present his research in many national and international conferences and won the best oral and poster presentation awards. He had an opportunity to work with President, Australian Diabetes Society (Prof. Sophia Zoungas) at Alfred Hospital Melbourne, by winning the Vice-Chancellor PhD Research Mobility Award from MONASH University in 2018.

During his PhD. Candidature, Dr. Bukhsh has won the People’s Choice Award and First Runner-up Award in the Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition held at MONASH University Malaysia in 2019 and had represented MONASH Malaysia campus in 3MT Wild Card round held in Australia.

Dr. Bukhsh has served as President of MONASH University Postgraduate Association (MUPA) for a one-year term in 2018. In his capacity as President, he represented MUPA in the Campus-level committees and was instrumental in implementing and executing initiatives to improve student welfare and experience on campus.

Beside teaching and research he is actively involved in community based services, serving as manager to Drug and Poison Information Centre (DPIC) at Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences. DPIC provides authentic, unbiased and up to date information on medicines and poisoning management to health care professionals and community. He has supervised successful public health awareness campaigns with the help of especially designed patient awareness brochures in English and native language (Urdu), in hospitals and community settings on commonly prevailing diseases like; Diabetes mellitus (How to prevent diabetic retinopathy, How to use insulin injection properly and Proper use of glucometer), How to minimize adverse effects of anti-HCV medications (Interferon and Ribavirin), etc. Dr. Bukhsh also successfully convened Blood Donner Society (BDS) and Center for Emergency and Medical Services (CEMS) of UVAS for three years.

Area of Interest

  • Clinical trials
  • Mix method study design
  • Study tool validation
  • Evidence base synthesis i.e. systematic reviews, meta-analysis and network meta-analysis
  • Pharmacotherapy related issues among patients with metabolic disorders and cardiovascular diseases using experimental and observational study designs

Publications

Awards & Distinctions

  1. Mollie Holman Award 2020 by MONASH University Australia for best Doctoral thesis.
  2. Graduate Research Student – Publication Award 2019 by School of Pharmacy, MONASH University Malaysia, for publishing PhD research in Q1 Journal. [Worth 3000 Malaysian Ringgit]
  3. People Choice Award in 3 Minute Thesis (3MT) competition held at MONASH University Malaysia. Won travel grant [Worth 2000 AUD] to represent MONASH University Malaysia campus in 3MT competition held in Australia. (May 2019)
  4. Second winner for 3 Minute Thesis (3MT) competition held at MONASH University Malaysia. (May 2019) [Won prize money worth 750 Malaysian Ringgit]
  5. Winner for 3 Minute Thesis (3MT) competition held at School of Pharmacy, MONASH University Malaysia (April 2019). [Won prize money worth 500 Malaysian Ringgit]
  6. Best research poster award in 3rd Cambridge- Oxford- Sunway Biomedical Symposium - Disarming the Silent Killer, held at Convention Centre Sunway Medical Centre, Malaysia. (March 2019)
  7. Vice-Chancellor’s International Inter-Campus PhD Mobility 2018 Scholarship [worth 3000 AUD] for conducting PhD research at Alfred Hospital Melbourne and MONASH Medical Centre Melbourne, Australia. (October 2018)
  8. Graduate Research Student-Publication Award-2018 [worth 2000 Malaysian Ringgit] for publishing PhD research in Q1 Journal. (April 2018)
  9. Featured among MONASH 20 Personalities at MONASH official web page on the eve of MONASH Malaysia 20th celebrations. Website link: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.2155952194423601&type=1&l=4b b7c15a47
  10. Best oral presentation award for Clinical Pharmacy & Pharmacy Practice in the 4th International Pharmaceutical Research Conference, organized by Cyberjaya University College of Medical Sciences, Malaysia. (August 2018)
  11. Second winner for 3 Minute Thesis (3MT) competition held at School of Pharmacy, MONASH University Malaysia (April 2018). [Won prize money worth 300 Malaysian Ringgit]
  12. Elected as President for MONASH University Postgraduate Association for 2018.
  13. Elected as Higher Degree by Research (HDR) & School of Pharmacy Representative for 2017, at MONASH University Malaysia.
  14. Awarded with Merit Scholarship Award for PhD in Clinical Pharmacy from MONASH University. (October 2016)
  15. Fourth position in B. Pharmacy, College of Pharmacy, University of The Punjab, Lahore (Session 1999-2003).

Conference, Workshops, Trainings and Courses (ATTENDED)

  1. One day workshop on Questionnaire Development & Validation, organized by School of Medicine, Monash University Malaysia. (27th August 2018)
  2. One day workshop on Scientific Writing & Editing Workshop organized by Scholl of Pharmacy, Monash University Malaysia. (12th July 2018)
  3. One day Pre-Conference Workshop on Mixed Methods Research Design: Use of Qualitative Data to Complement Quantitative Findings, organized by Pharmaceutical Services Programme, Ministry of Health, Malaysia. (8th July 2018)
  4. One day workshop on The Road to High Impact Publications, organized by Monash University Malaysia. (8th March 2018)
  5. Two days International Conference on Recent Advances in Clinical Pharmacy, at University of Veterinary & Animal Sciences, Lahore, Pakistan. (19– 20 December 2017)
  6. Four day workshop on Data Analytics and Data Science Concepts with R, organized by DataViz Malaysia and Monash University Malaysia.(20th - 23rd February 2017)
  7. One day National EQ-5D Symposium, organized by Malaysian EQ-5D5L Valuation Project. (6th August 2016)
  8. Two days SPSS training workshop, organized by Panoply Consultancy, Malaysia. (23th -24th July 2016)
  9. Three days International Conference on Family Medicine, at Pearl Continental Lahore. (3rd – 5th January 2014)
  10. Five days professional training on Course Design, Assessment & Micro-Teaching, organized by HEC Islamabad, held at University of Veterinary & Animal Sciences, Lahore. (3rd – 7th September 2012)
  11. Two days International Conference on Toxicology, organized by Department of Pharmacology & Toxicology in collaboration with Department of Clinical Neurosciences, University of Cambridge, UK & HEC Islamabad, Pakistan. (26th – 27th January 2012)
  12. Two days’ workshop on Controlling Laboratory Biorisk, organized by Quality Operation Laboratory, University of Veterinary & Animal Sciences, Lahore. (4th – 5th January 2012)
  13. Two days’ workshop on Understanding the Adult Learner, by Higher Education Commission, Pakistan. (15-17th July 2011)
  14. Two weeks Post Graduate Student Orientation Program, in the University of Veterinary & Animal Sciences, Lahore. (28th September – 08th October 2010)
  15. Two days’ workshop on Talented Research Exchange Programme- INSPIRE Pakistan, at University of Veterinary & Animal Sciences, Lahore in collaboration with British Council and Higher Education Commission, Pakistan. (27 – 28th September 2010)
  16. One day National Seminar on Role of Research & Development in Improving Access to Medicines, organized by Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Veterinary & Animal Sciences Lahore, Pakistan. (31st May 2010)
  17. Two weeks training workshop on “Foresight” at COMSTEC Islamabad. (22nd February – 5th March 24, 2010)
  18. Four days 15th International Pharmacy Conference & Exhibition, Lahore. (5-8th April 2009)
  19. Three days training workshop on “Techniques For The Estimation of Quality of Fish Meat By Bio-Molecular Methods” in the Government College University Faisalabad in collaboration with HEC, BRITISH COUNCIL Pakistan and Newcastle University, UK. (11th – 13th August 2008)
  20. One day training seminar on “Clinical Trail Monitoring Course” in Faculty of Pharmacy, Government College University, Faisalabad. (July 2008)
  21. Two days training course on Logistic Support System (LSS), at Director General Health Services, Lahore, in collaboration with WHO. (21st – 22nd May 2008)
  22. Two days 4th Annual symposium of The Children’s Hospital, Lahore. (18th – 19th November 2007)
  23. Two days 3rd Annual symposium of The Children’s Hospital, Lahore. (15th - 16th December 2006)
  24. Two days “National Seminar and Workshop on Good Dispensing Practice, Good Prescribing Practice, Rational Use of Drugs and Adverse Drug Reaction Reporting” in The Children’s hospital in collaboration with NIH, Ministry of Health and WHO. (24th - 25th February 2006)

Trainings, Courses and Conferences (ORGANIZED)

  1. 1st National Conference on Research in Pharmacy Practice & Health Services, at University of Veterinary & Animal Sciences, Lahore, Pakistan. (17tt January 2022)
  2. One day Seminar on Navigating the Future of Community Pharmacy in Pakistan- Breaking Barriers and Developing Possibilities, in collaboration with Nurturing Community Pharmacy in Pakistan & Pakistan Academy of Pharmacist, at University of Veterinary & Animal Sciences, Lahore, Pakistan. (1st October 2015)
  3. One day public awareness seminar about Thalassemia and its Prevalence in Different Age Groups in collaboration with Fatimid Foundation at University of Veterinary & Animal Sciences, Lahore, Pakistan. (9th March, 2015)
  4. One Day public awareness seminar on Importance of Blood Donation in Collaboration with Shaukat Khanam Memorial Hospital & Research Centre, at University of Veterinary & Animal Sciences, Lahore, Pakistan. (16th February 2015)
  5. One day international workshop on Electrophysiology organized by department of Physiology, University of Veterinary & Animal Sciences, Lahore, Pakistan. (21st November 2014)
  6. One Day Seminar on Latest Trends in Pharmacy Practice organized by Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, UVAS, Lahore. (25th January 2014)
  7. One day Educational-Industrial Exhibition & Job Fair organized Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, UVAS Lahore, Pakistan. (4th December 2013)
  8. Three days’ workshop on National Biotechnology Exhibition & Seminar 2010, by Institute of Biochemistry & Biotechnology, University of Veterinary & Animal Sciences, Lahore. (20-21st October 2010)

Invited Speaker / Key Note Speaker

  1. Invited speaker; Scope of Pharmacy in Research Organized by Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, The University of Faisalabad. (29th May 2021)
  2. Invited speaker; How to conduct a systematic review study? Organized by Islamic International University, Malaysia. (21st February 2020)
  3. Invited speaker; Guidelines for Writing Systematic Reviews in United by Research Symposium Series II, organized by Monash University Postgraduate Association in collaboration with Campus Research Management, Monash University Malaysia. (3rd – 4th September 2018)
  4. Invited speaker; Need for Establishment Drug Information Centre at Public Sector Universities. Applied Aspects of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Patient Care, 18th - 19th June 2014, The University of Poonch, Rawalakot, Azad Jammu & Kashmir, Pakistan.
  5. Invited speaker; Pharmacy Practice Avenues in Pakistan. An informative seminar on How to conduct research in Pharmacy Process, 15th May 2014, The University of Lahore.
  6. Invited speaker; Common Drug Interactions in Clinical Practice. 24th Annual International Conference on Family Medicine. 3rd - 5th January 2014, Peal Continental Hotel Lahore.
  7. Invited speaker; Role of Drug Information Centre in Pharmacovigilance. Health Care Summit 2013 on Pharmacovigilance & Health Care System. 25th May 2013, the University of Lahore.
  8. Invited speaker; Establishment of Drug & Poison Information Centre. Health Care Summit 18th May 2013, Allama Iqbal Medical College Lahore.
  9. Invited speaker; Adverse Drug Reactions Associated with Parenteral Drug Administration in Acute Care Settings. One Day Seminar on Role of Pharmacist in Patient Care. 30th March 2013, organized by Pakistan Pharmacist
  10. Invited speaker; Poisoning & overdose management in pediatrics and Medication Errors in pediatrics due to improper administration of Parenterals. 4th Annual symposium of The Children’s Hospital Lahore, 18th - 19th November 2007.

Public Health Awareness Campaigns & Community Services Initiatives

  1. Faculty Advisor of Blood Donor Society of UVAS, successfully coordinated Thalassemia Awareness campaign at UVAS and two blood donation camps at University in collaboration of Fatmid Foundation & Shaukat Khanam Memorial Hospital & Research Centre. Established & actively Supervising Drug & Poison Information Centre at Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences. This provides authentic, unbiased and up to date information on medicines and poisoning management to Health care professionals and community.
  2. Supervised successful Public Health awareness campaigns with the help of especially designed patient awareness brochures in English and native language (Urdu), in hospitals and community settings on commonly prevailing diseases like;
  3. Diabetes Mellitus  (How  to  prevent  diabetic  retinopathy,  How  to  use insulin injection properly & Proper use of glucometer)
  4. How to minimize adverse effects of anti-HCV medications (Interferon & Ribavirin)
  5. How to control Hypertension
  6. Tuberculosis prevention
  7. How to prevent asthma and proper use on inhaler
  8. Worked as Facilitator twice in 3 days training workshops “Strengthening Essential Drugs & Surgical Supplies Management in Earthquake Areas” organized by WHO, UNICEF and Department of Health (First 6th -8th November 2007 in Muzaffarabad & Second 3rd -5th December 2007 in Mansehra)

Postgraduate Supervision

Designation M. Phil Students Ph.D. Students
in Progress Produced in Progress Produced
Supervisor 3 6 0 0
Member 3 10 1 0
Total 6 16 1 0

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