Dhaka: Dhaka University Vice-Chancellor Prof. Niaz Ahmad Khan has emphasized the importance of viewing the medical profession as a service and enhancing the quality of MBBS and BDS education to ensure effective health services. "Medical education and healthcare are integral parts of human life and essential for sustaining human existence. We must work collectively to enhance the quality of this service and education," he stated.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Prof. Khan made these remarks while speaking as the chief guest at a views-exchange meeting titled 'Enhancing the Quality of MBBS and BDS Education'. The meeting was held at the Nabab Nawab Ali Chowdhury Senate Bhaban and brought together chairpersons and principals of governing bodies of DU-affiliated medical colleges for the MBBS November 2025 session.
The meeting was presided over by DU Medicine Faculty dean Prof. Dr. Md Mostaq Ahmad. Key figures present included DU Pro-VC (Administration) Prof. Sayema Haque Bidisha, Pro-VC (Academic) Prof. Mamun Ahmed, Dean of the Faculty of Postgraduate Medical Sciences and Research Prof. Dr. Md Kamrul Alam, DU acting Registrar Munshi Shams Uddin Ahmad, Acting Inspector of the Colleges A.K.M. Amzad Hossain, and Acting Controller of Examinations Dr. Himadri Shekhar Chakraborty.
Prof. Khan highlighted the necessity for modernization within medical education, stating, "Curriculum development, transparent and accountable institutional management, and an effective teaching environment are essential." He further advocated for improved communication among relevant institutions and regular discussions with policymakers to address the challenges faced in advancing medical education in the country.