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Pakistan’s Contributions in Medical Science MCQs with Answer

Which of the following is a major contribution of Pakistan in the field of medical science?
a) Development of the world’s first heart transplant technique
b) The development of the first hepatitis vaccine
c) Discovery of the polio vaccine
d) Creation of a cure for malaria

Answer
The development of the first hepatitis vaccine

Who is known for pioneering the development of the first hepatitis B vaccine in Pakistan?
a) Dr. Abdul Qadeer Khan
b) Dr. Ijaz Ahmed
c) Dr. Atta-ur-Rahman
d) Dr. Tariq K. Hussain

Answer
Dr. Atta-ur-Rahman

Which Pakistani scientist made significant contributions to the field of chemical medicine, particularly in drug development?
a) Dr. Saeed Anwar
b) Dr. Atta-ur-Rahman
c) Dr. Abdul Sattar
d) Dr. Shahid Javed

Answer
Dr. Atta-ur-Rahman

What is the primary focus of Pakistan’s medical research in the field of genetics?
a) Prevention of cancer
b) Genetic mapping of diseases like thalassemia
c) Developing vaccines for infectious diseases
d) Reconstructive surgery techniques

Answer
Genetic mapping of diseases like thalassemia

Which of these hospitals in Pakistan is known for making advancements in medical research?
a) Jinnah Hospital
b) Aga Khan University Hospital
c) Allama Iqbal Memorial Hospital
d) Shaukat Khanum Memorial Hospital

Answer
Aga Khan University Hospital

What medical breakthrough has Pakistan contributed to in the field of cardiology?
a) Heart valve transplant
b) Discovery of a new cholesterol-lowering drug
c) Advances in stent technology
d) Cardiac bypass surgery technique

Answer
Advances in stent technology

Who was the first Pakistani to win the prestigious Sitara-i-Imtiaz for contributions to medical science?
a) Dr. Abdul Qadeer Khan
b) Dr. Atta-ur-Rahman
c) Dr. Najma Shaikh
d) Dr. Saleemuzzaman Siddiqui

Answer
Dr. Saleemuzzaman Siddiqui

Which Pakistani scientist made significant advancements in cancer research?
a) Dr. Ijaz Ahmed
b) Dr. Samina Yaqoob
c) Dr. Yasmin Rashid
d) Dr. Imtiaz Ahmad

Answer
Dr. Samina Yaqoob

Which of the following is a key area of medical research in Pakistan?
a) Neurology and brain disorders
b) Infectious diseases and vaccine development
c) Organ transplant techniques
d) Mental health and therapy methods

Answer
Infectious diseases and vaccine development

Which international medical organization collaborates with Pakistan to fight against polio?
a) World Health Organization (WHO)
b) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
c) Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
d) Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria

Answer
World Health Organization (WHO)

What medical innovation was developed in Pakistan to combat Hepatitis B?
a) New diagnostic tests
b) Vaccination programs
c) Advanced treatment methods
d) Organ transplant techniques

Answer
Vaccination programs

What is a notable achievement of the Pakistan Medical Association (PMA)?
a) Discovery of new treatments for chronic diseases
b) Establishment of medical education reforms
c) Providing medical assistance to rural areas
d) Promotion of medical research grants

Answer
Providing medical assistance to rural areas

Which Pakistani scientist contributed to the field of pharmacology and drug research?
a) Dr. Zafar Iqbal
b) Dr. Tariq K. Hussain
c) Dr. Abdul Sattar
d) Dr. Iqbal Ahmed

Answer
Dr. Zafar Iqbal

Pakistan’s efforts in reducing the spread of which disease have been recognized globally?
a) Tuberculosis
b) Polio
c) Cholera
d) Malaria

Answer
Polio

Which of the following is a major focus of Pakistan’s medical research in terms of infectious diseases?
a) Antiviral drug development
b) Antibiotic resistance
c) Cancer treatment
d) Heart disease prevention

Answer
Antibiotic resistance

Who is recognized for their groundbreaking work in neuropharmacology and neurodegenerative diseases in Pakistan?
a) Dr. Tariq K. Hussain
b) Dr. Rashid Latif
c) Dr. Asad Ali
d) Dr. M. Aslam

Answer
Dr. Rashid Latif

What role did Pakistan play in the eradication of smallpox globally?
a) Developed the first vaccine
b) Served as a testing ground for new vaccines
c) Contributed to global vaccination campaigns
d) Designed new surgical methods for treatment

Answer
Contributed to global vaccination campaigns

Which of the following medical conditions is Pakistan’s research community actively addressing?
a) Alzheimer’s disease
b) Malaria and other tropical diseases
c) Arthritis and joint disorders
d) Genetic disorders like Down syndrome

Answer
Malaria and other tropical diseases

Who was the key figure in establishing Pakistan’s first research institute for cancer treatment?
a) Dr. Shahid Javed
b) Dr. Imtiaz Ahmed
c) Dr. Mohammad Anwar
d) Dr. Abdul Sattar

Answer
Dr. Mohammad Anwar

Which disease did Pakistan focus on for mass vaccination campaigns?
a) Tuberculosis
b) Malaria
c) Polio
d) Cholera

Answer
Polio

What area of medical research is Pakistan particularly noted for in terms of traditional medicine?
a) Herbal treatments and natural remedies
b) Bioengineering and gene therapy
c) Surgical advancements in cancer treatment
d) Innovations in dialysis techniques

Answer
Herbal treatments and natural remedies

Which Pakistani medical institution is known for its contributions to medical education and research?
a) Allama Iqbal Medical College
b) Aga Khan University
c) Khyber Medical University
d) Quaid-i-Azam University

Answer
Aga Khan University

In the field of heart disease, which initiative has Pakistan been recognized for?
a) Development of bypass surgery
b) Conducting heart transplant surgeries
c) Advancements in angioplasty and stent procedures
d) Launching a nationwide heart health awareness program

Answer
Advancements in angioplasty and stent procedures

Who is regarded as a pioneer in the development of biomedical devices in Pakistan?
a) Dr. Atta-ur-Rahman
b) Dr. Ijaz Ahmad
c) Dr. Samina Yaqoob
d) Dr. M. Aslam

Answer
Dr. Ijaz Ahmad

Which of the following is a primary area of focus for Pakistan’s national health policies?
a) Eradicating childhood obesity
b) Preventing cardiovascular diseases
c) Reducing the spread of infectious diseases
d) Promoting cosmetic surgery techniques

Answer
Reducing the spread of infectious diseases

What significant contribution has Pakistan made in the field of tuberculosis (TB) control?
a) Developing a TB vaccine
b) Introducing mass screening programs
c) Establishing TB treatment centers worldwide
d) Conducting global research on TB antibiotics

Answer
Introducing mass screening programs

Which medical innovation has Pakistan been part of in addressing diabetes?
a) Development of a new insulin treatment
b) Launching public awareness campaigns about prevention
c) Creation of new blood sugar monitoring devices
d) Establishing diabetic care centers nationwide

Answer
Launching public awareness campaigns about prevention

Which Pakistani city is known for hosting one of the country’s leading medical research centers?
a) Lahore
b) Karachi
c) Islamabad
d) Peshawar

Answer
Karachi

What innovative medical procedure has Pakistan developed for organ transplantation?
a) Heart transplant techniques
b) Artificial organ creation
c) Kidney transplant advancements
d) Stem cell therapies

Answer
Kidney transplant advancements

Pakistan’s research in which field has contributed to the global understanding of infectious diseases?
a) Viral outbreaks
b) Malaria treatments
c) Hepatitis C research
d) Antibiotic-resistant bacteria

Answer
Hepatitis C research

What significant role has Pakistan played in the global fight against malaria?
a) Developed a malaria vaccine
b) Conducted large-scale mosquito eradication campaigns
c) Promoted malaria prevention methods
d) Created malaria treatment protocols

Answer
Conducted large-scale mosquito eradication campaigns

Which Pakistani hospital is renowned for its cancer treatment research and patient care?
a) Aga Khan University Hospital
b) Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital
c) Jinnah Hospital
d) Liaquat University Hospital

Answer
Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital

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