About

Prof. Talat Waseem serves as Chair Department of Surgery & Allied in the Department of General Surgery at Shalamar Medical & Dental College (SMDC), Lahore, a constituent college of the Shalamar Institute of Health Sciences affiliated with the University of Health Sciences and recognised by PMDC.

Prof. Talat Waseem’s qualifications include FRCS England, FRCS (GenSurg), FACS, MME.

The institutional research record lists 53 publications between 2009 and 2021, in 19 journals.

Prof. Talat Waseem leads the collaborative research area “Surgery & Robotic Techniques”, open to researchers, clinicians and students who wish to collaborate.

The Department of General Surgery has 15 faculty members at SMDC.

Biography

FRCS England, FRCS (GenSurg), FACS, MME
Postdoctoral Fellowship Surgical Research (Harvard),
Chief of Surgery & Allied
Consultant Endocrine Surgeon & Surgical Oncologist,
Shalamar Institute of Health Sciences, Lahore
General Secretary, Pakistan Endocrine & Thyroid Surgeons Association (www.petsa.net)
Department of Surgery, Division of Surgical Oncology and Endocrine Surgery.

Prof. Talat Waseem is a distinguished surgeon with a wealth of experience in surgicaloncology and endocrine surgery. He has received training from renowned institutions such as Brigham & Women’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School, under the guidance of Prof Stanley W Ashley, University College Cork, and the esteemed Prof Khwaja Muhammad Azim.
Throughout his career, Prof. Waseem has been fortunate to work with notable mentors, including Michael J Zinner, Malcolm Robinson, Edward E Whang, Prof Paul Redmond, Jennifer Smith, Steven Thrush, Harun E Thomas, and Sue Down.
Currently, Prof. Talat Waseem serves as the Chief of Surgery & Allied and holds the position of Professor of Surgery in the Division of Surgical Oncology and Endocrine Surgery at Shalamar Medical & Dental College, Lahore. His expertise lies in performing surgeries related to cancer and endocrine glands, specializing in thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal surgeries. He has an impressive surgical log, encompassing a wide range of procedures, including thyroidectomies, radical neck dissections, pancreatectomies, esophagectomies, and many more. Prof. Waseem has been recognized and honored with prestigious fellowships, including the Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons England (FRCS GenSurg), Fellow of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Pakistan, and Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He has also completed a Postdoctoral Fellowship in Surgical Research from Brigham & Women’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School,
USA. In addition, he holds a Masters in Oncoplastic Breast Surgery (UK Scholar) and a Masters in Medical Education. Prof. Talat Waseem actively contributes to the medical community as the General Secretary of the Pakistan Endocrine & Thyroid Surgeons Association. He also manages the peer-reviewed journal, Archives of Surgical Research, showcasing his commitment to advancing surgic l knowledge and research.
Prior to his current role, Prof. Waseem served as a Clinical Lecturer at Cork University College and the University of Limerick, Ireland, further adding to his international experience and academic achievements.

Clinical Services

• Thyroid, Parathyroid, Adrenal Surgery
• Cancer Surgery (Especially Breast, Esophagus, Colon, Stomach, Pancreas)
• Head & Neck and Breast Surgery
• Routine General Surgical Procedures

Designation

Chair Department of Surgery & Allied

Department

General Surgery

Division

Surgery & Allied

Qualifications

FRCS England, FRCS (GenSurg), FACS, MME

Publications

53

Present Title & Affiliation

• Division Head, Division of Surgical Oncology and Endocrine Surgery
• Chair of Surgery & Allied, Shalamar Hospital and Medical College
• Professor, Department of Surgery, Shalamar Medical and Dental College, Lahore

Education & Training

Shalamar Medical & Dental College, Lahore

Chief of Surgery & Allied (March 30, 2023- to date)

Associate Professor of Surgery

(General, Oncoplastic Breast, Endocrine Surgery & Surgical Oncology)

21.10.2020 – to date

Shalamar Medical & Dental College, Lahore

Assistant Professor of Surgery

(General, Oncoplastic Breast, Endocrine Surgery & Surgical Oncology)

29.07.2016 – 20.10.20

Norwich Medical School, University of East Anglia, UK

Masters in Oncoplastic Breast Surgery

(Ongoing 3-Year Part-Time; 2018-2020, Royal College of Surgeon and Association of Breast Surgery, UK’s approved program), Nottingham Breast Centre/ Worcester Breast Centre/ Norwich Breast Centre.

Shalamar Medical & Dental College, Lahore

Senior Registrar, Surgery

(General, Endocrine & Breast Surgery & Surgical Oncology)

15.07.2013-28.07.16

University College Cork & University of Limerick (Graduate Entry Medical School), Ireland, Adjunct Clinical Lecturer in Surgery

1-10-2011- 30-06-2012

Prof. Paul Redmond (Lead Endocrine & Breast Surgeon) & Prof. Stuart Walsh (Lead Vascular Surgeon)

South Tipperary General Hospital

(Teaching Affiliate of University of Cork & University of Limerick), Clonmel, Ireland

General & Colorectal Surgery (Registrar)

7-01-2012- 03-07-2012

Mr Peter Murchan, Lead Consultant Colorectal Surgeon; Mr Athar Sheikh FRCSI

2007-2011 Specialty Training General Surgery, Services Institute of Medical Sciences, Lahore (CPSP)

Postdoctoral Fellowship in Surgical Research

BWH-Research Institute, Harvard Medical School, Boston, USA

(11-10-2002 to 28-02-2005)

Supervisor: Stanley W Ashley, FACS; Michael J Zinner, FACS; Malcolm Kenneth Robinson, FACS

Board Certifications

2020 Masters in Oncoplastic Breast Surgery, Norwich Medical School, University of East Anglia, UK- Scholar

Supervisors: Jerome Perriera, Sue Downe, Jenny Smith, Steven Thrush, Harun E Thomas

2020 Masters in Medical Education (MME), University of Lahore, 2020.

2020 FACS (USA)- Fellow of American College of Surgeons (Fellowship # 3339374)

2016 FRCS (GenSurg) Joint Colleges Specialty Fellowship Board in General Surgery; FRCS (England) Fellowship of Royal College of Surgeons of England (Fellowship No. 9163659)

2012 Fellowship of College of Physicians & Surgeons Pakistan (FCPS), in General Surgery,

2008 MRCS (Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh), Passed Part 1 & 2

2005 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Surgical Research, 2002-2005, Brigham & Women’s Hospital Research Institute, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA (USA) Supervisor: Prof Stanley W Ashley, Malcolm Robinson

2000 Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery (M.B;B.S) Allama Iqbal Medical College, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan, 2000

Administrative Appointments/Responsibilities

Department Chair, Surgery & Allied, March 31,2023 to date

Associate Professor of Surgery, SMDC, Lahore

Pakistan Endocrine and Thyroid Surgeons Association

General Secretary, 2017

Society of Surgeons Pakistan, Lahore Chapter

Secretary Publications 2021-todate

Honors & Awards

• Currently functioning as General Secretary Pakistan Endocrine and Thyroid Surgeons Association, and Publication Secretary for Society of Surgeon Pakistan (Lahore Chapter)
• Travel Award & Oral Presentation at Annual Congress of American College of Surgeons 2020
• Travel Award, 2009 International Symposium on Ghrelin, Tokyo, Japan for three papers.
• Best Research Paper Award, International Conference on Medical Education (UOL)
• Travel Award & Oral presentation of research data at American College of Surgeons meeting held at New Orleans, 2004.
• Travel Award & Poster Presentation, American College of Surgeons, Surgical Forum, 2019
• Travel Award & Poster of Distinction, American Gastroenterological Association (AGA), Digestive Disease Week, New Orleans, 2004.

Collaborative research areas

• Surgery & Robotic TechniquesSurgery

Research Interests

Prof. Waseem has a longstanding interest and commitment to molecular biology and clinical research and have published around 100 peer reviewed research articles at national and international level, which encompass cancer research, endocrine research and surgical education. Moreover, he currently edits a peer reviewed surgical journal “Archives of Surgical Research” for last 3 years. In past I have peer reviewed various journals including Surgery, BJS, International Journal of Surgery, and many other journals. His current research focuses on Cancer Research, Surgical Education and role of AI in surgical science, which remain top avenues within biomedical research realm.

Peer-Reviewed Articles

1. Waseem T, Javaid-Ur-Rehman, Sabir N-U-D, Hussain S, Amir E, Arif S. Rare association: Ileocaeco-colic intussusception secondary to mucinous cystadenoma of the appendix in an adult. ANZ J Surg. 2007;77(11). doi:10.1111/j.1445-2197.2007.04303.x
2. Nabi MS, Waseem T. Pulmonary hydatid disease: what is the optimal surgical strategy? Int J Surg. 2010;8(8):612-616. doi:10.1016/j.ijsu.2010.08.002
3. Waseem T, Ahmed SZ, Baig H, Ashraf MH, Azim A, Azim KM. Truncal vs Branch Ligation of Inferior Thyroid Arteries in Total Thyroidectomy: Does It Affect Postoperative Hypoparathyroidism? Otolaryngol Neck Surg. 2021;164(4):759-766.
4. Waseem T, Duxbury M, Ashley SW, Robinson MK. Ghrelin promotes intestinal epithelial cell proliferation through PI3K/Akt pathway and EGFR trans-activation both converging to ERK 1/2 phosphorylation. Peptides. 2014;52:113-121. doi:10.1016/j.peptides.2013.11.021
5. Waseem T, Baig HM, Yasmin R, Khan RA. Twelve Tips for Enhancing Student Learning Experience in the Operating Room. J Shalamar Med Dent Coll. 2022;3(1):132-136.
6. Safia Zahir A, Talat W, Zaitoon Z. Thyroidectomy, Trunk Ligation, Hypocalcaemia, Inferior thyroid artery, Hypoparathyroidism. Arch Surg research. 2021;1(1):1-12.
7. Jahangeer A, Talat W. Revalidating “Mini Surgical Theater Educational Environment Measure (mini-STEEM)”: Is it a Content Valid Instrument? Medical. Prof Med Publ. 2018;34(3).
8. Jahangeer A, Hadia B, Zaitoon Z, Talat W. Revalidating “Mini Surgical Theater Educational Environment Measure (mini-STEEM)”: Is it a Content Valid Instrument? Arch Surg Res. 1999;318(7187):837-841.
9. Waseem T. Postoperative hypocalcaemia is a well-established entity. Surg Compass. 2022;1(01).
10. Ahmed J, Ashraf MH, Waseem T. Colonic Interposition For Concomitant Corrosive Esophageal And Gastric Esophageal Stricturing.
11. Maqbool A, Ashraf H, Waseem T. Anatomic Variability and Distribution of Facial Nerve Posing Surgical Challenge in Parotidectomy: Lesson Learnt from 106 Cases. Arch Surg Res. 2021;2(4):24-28.
12. Waseem T, Zafar Z, Ahmed SZ, Ashraf MH. Preoperative Difficulty Index for Thyroidectomy (PreoDITTM): A Novel, Reliable, Content Valid, and Valuable Tool. Arch Surg Res. 2021;2(4):5-11.
13. Baig H, Waseem T. Appraisal of Current Guidelines Regarding The Management Of Breast Cancer Using the Appraisal Of Guidelines Research and Evaluation (AGREE) Instrument: A Critical Review. Arch Surg Res. 2021;2(3):16-26.
14. Nousherwani MD, Tariq H, Waseem T. Barriers To Early Presentation Of Symptomatic Breast Cancer In Local Population: A Qualitative Study. Arch Surg Res. 2021;2(3):4-15.
15. Waseem T, Ahmed SZ, Zahara FT, Ashraf MH, Azim KM. Selecting the Right Plane of Dissection in Thyroidectomy: Along the Recurrent Laryngeal Nerve or the Thyroid Capsule? A Retrospective Analysis. Int Arch Otorhinolaryngol. 2022;26(02):e219-e225.
16. Maryam N, Zafar Z, Hafeez H, Waseem T. Enriching Operating Room Based Student Learning Experience: How should we structure it? Arch Surg Res. Published online 2021.
17. Azhar H, Hafeez MH, Ahmed SZ. Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) versus Traditional Care in Patients Hospitalized for Colorectal Surgery: A Meta-Analysis. Arch Surg Res. 2021;2(4).
18. Shafiq MM, Kaleem A, Waseem T. Congenital Eventration of Diaphragm Presenting in Adults: A Rare Clinical Scenario. Arch Surg Res. 2021;2(3):66-69.
19. Akhtar AN, Azhar H, Asad T, Waseem T. Perception and Awareness of Surgical Professionals About Potential Role Of Artificial Intelligence In Surgery: A Survey Analysis. Arch Surg Res. 2021;2(2):3-7.
20. Waseem T, Zahir S, Zafar Z, Ashraf MH. How to Decide for Drain Placement in Thyroidectomy: Qualitative Exploration to Formulation of a Decision Tree. Arch Surg Res. 1999;318(7187):837-841.
21. Azhar H, Waseem T, Ashraf H. Artificial Intelligence in Surgical Education and Training: A Systematic
22. Waseem Fatima TA. Educational Learning Theories & Their Implications in Modern Instructional Designs. Heal Prof Educ J. 2021;3(2):25-31.
23. Waseem T. Technologic advances in robotic surgery. J Coll Physicians Surg Pakistan. 2005;15(9).
24. Waseem T. RNA interference: A potential revolution in disease therapy. J Coll Physicians Surg Pakistan. 2006;16(7).
25. Arif S, Waseem T, Ashraf J-U-R. Prognostic predictive value of Mannheim peritonitis index in secondary peritonitis: A prospective study. Pakistan J Med Heal Sci. 2016;10(3).
26. Nabi MS, Waseem T, Sultan I, Tarif N. A large pulmonary arteriovenous malformation: a classical scenario. Eur J Cardio-thoracic Surg. 2010;37(5). doi:10.1016/j.ejcts.2009.12.003
27. Waseem T, Javaid-ur-Rehman, Ahmad F, Azam M, Qureshi MA. Role of ghrelin axis in colorectal cancer: A novel association. Peptides. 2008;29(8). doi:10.1016/j.peptides.2008.03.020
28. Duxbury MS, Ito H, Benoit E, Waseem T, Ashley SW, Whang EE. A novel role for carcinoembryonic antigen-related cell adhesion molecule 6 as a determinant of gemcitabine chemoresistance in pancreatic adenocarcinoma cells. Cancer Res. 2004;64(11). doi:10.1158/0008-5472.CAN-04-0424
29. Duxbury MS, Ito H, Benoit E, Waseem T, Ashley SW, Whang EE. RNA interference demonstrates a novel role for integrin-linked kinase as a determinant of pancreatic adenocarcinoma cell gemcitabine chemoresistance. Clin Cancer Res. 2005;11(9). doi:10.1158/1078-0432.CCR-04-1510
30. Waseem T, Azim A, Ashraf MH, Azim KM. Roux-en-Y augmented gastric advancement (RAGA): An alternative technique for concurrent esophageal and pyloric stenosis secondary to corrosive intake. World J Gastrointest Surg. 2016;8(12):766-769.
31. Arif S, Waseem T, Javaid-ur-Rehman Ashraf D, Ahmad F. Stapled Hemorrhoidectomy; Is It Really Superior To Conventional Hemorrhoidectomy? A Longterm Analysis. Prof Med J. 2016;23(12):1505-1512.
32. Azim A, Mir F, Waseem T, Azim M K. Non-Alpine Epithelioid Angiosarcoma of Thyroid Gland: A Rare Clinical Scenario. Am J Cancer Case Reports. 2016;4(2):152-155.
33. Azim A, Altaf R, Waseem T, Ashraf MH, Azim KM. Xanthogranulomatous Cholecystitis Mimicking as Gallbladder Carcinoma：A Caution for Hepatobiliary Surgeon. Am J Cancer Case Reports. 2016;4(2):101-105.
34. NABI* MS, WASEEM T, al NT et. Intrathoracic Carcinoids: A 7-Year Tertiary Care Level Experience. J Fatima Jinnah Med Coll. 2012;6(3):19-22.
35. Azim A, Azim A, Waseem T, Azim KM. Kimura’s Disease: A Rare Clinical Entity for A Head & Neck Surgeon. Am J Cancer Case Reports. 2014;2(2):73-78.
36. Waseem T, Duxbury M, Ito H, et al. Ghrelin ameliorates TNF-a induced anti-proliferative and pro-apoptotic effects and promotes intestinal epithelial restitution. J Am Coll Surg. 2004;199(3):16.
37. Waseem T, Duxbury MS, Ito H, et al. Ghrelin: a novel humoral mediator of intestinal adaptation. In: Gastroenterology. Vol 126. WB SAUNDERS CO INDEPENDENCE SQUARE WEST CURTIS CENTER, STE 300, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106-3399 USA; 2004:A136-A136.
38. Waseem T, Swati W, Sheikh A, Murchan P. Is Laparoscopic Peritoneal Lavage an Acceptable Alternative to Hartmann’s Procedure for Diverticular Perforation? A Systematic Review. J Curr Surg. 2012;2(4-5):133-140.
39. Ashraf A, Azim A, Azim KM, Waseem T. Papillary Thyroid Microcarcinoma Presenting as Horner’s Syndrome: A Novel Clinical Presentation. Am J Cancer Case Reports. 2016;4(1):38-43.
40. Ashraf MH, Azim A, Waseem T, Azim KM. A Rare Salivary Duct Parotid Tumor; Management By Total Conservative Parotidectomy And Free Flap Transfer. Prof Med J. 2016;23(9):1163-1166.
41. Duxbury MS, Ito H, Benoit E, Waseem T, Ashley SW, Whang EE. Experimental Therapeutics, Molecular Targets, and Chemical Biology-A Novel Role for Carcinoembryonic Antigen-Related Cell Adhesion Molecule 6 as a Determinant of Gemcitabine Chemoresistance in. Cancer Res. 2004;64(11):3987-3993.
42. Javaid-Ur-Rehman, Waseem T. Intestinal tissue engineering: where do we stand? Surg Today. 2008;38(6):484-486. doi:10.1007/s00595-007-3671-9
43. Waseem T, Mogensen KM, Lautz DB, Robinson MK. Pathophysiology of obesity: why surgery remains the most effective treatment. Obes Surg. 2007;17(10):1389-1398. doi:10.1007/s11695-007-9220-1
44. Nabi MS, Waseem T, Tarif N, Chima KK. Pulmonary Hydatid Disease: Capitonnage is mandatory following Cystotomy. Int J Surg. Published online June 2, 2010. doi:10.1016/j.ijsu.2010.05.007
45. Duxbury MS, Waseem T, Ito H, et al. Ghrelin promotes pancreatic adenocarcinoma cellular proliferation and invasiveness. Biochem Biophys Res Commun. 2003;309(2):464-468. Accessed February 3, 2018. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12951072
46. Hussain Z, Zahid R, Waseem T. Applications of Radiomics in Breast Surgery. Arch Surg Res. 2020;1(3):24-27.
47. Waseem T. Commentary: Ghrelin’s role in gastrointestinal tract cancer. Surg Oncol. 2009;19(1):e1-e1.
48. Talat W. Exogenous ghrelin modulates release of pro- and anti-inflammatory cytokines in LPS-stimulated macrophages through distinct signaling pathways. Surgery. 2008;143(3):334-342.
49. Waseem T, Ashraf MH, Rabbani S, Shoaib H, Khan RA. Evolving role of social networking sites in undergraduate surgical education: student perspective. Pak J Med Heal Sci. 2019;13:894-899.
50. Ahmed AS, Ahmed SZ, Zaib N, Waseem T. Evolving Management Options for Breast Cancer in Era of Oncoplastic and Reconstructive Breast Surgery: Where Do We Stand? Arch Surg Res. 2020;1(1):59-65.
51. Jamil F, Farooqi S, Waseem T. Why the Art of Clinician Is Dying? Opinions & Judgements: A Systematic Review. Arch Surg Res. 2020;1(2):58-63.
52. Waseem T, Azim KM. Preoperative Difficulty Index for Thyroidectomy (PreoDIT): A Novel Preoperative Roadmap. J Am Coll Surg. 2019;229(4):e104.
53. Arif S, Waseem T. Managing Cognitive Retention of Surgical Graduate with Improved Techniques: Lessons from Cognitive Psychology. Arch Surg Res. 2020;1(2):54-57.
54. Ashraf H, Shafiq MM, Ahmed SZ, Waseem T. Pre-Operative Parathyroid Gland Localization in Primary Hyperparathyroidism: A Systematic Literature Review. Arch Surg Res. 2020;1(1):41-51.
55. Waseem T, Azim KM. Preoperative Difficulty Index for Thyroidectomy (PreODIT): A Novel, Reliable, Content Valid, and Valuable Tool. J Am Coll Surg. 2020;231(4):e115-e116.
56. Waseem T, Munir Baig H, Yasmin R, Ahmad Khan R. Exploring Operating Room-Based Student Learning Experience: Perils & Pitfalls? A Narrative Literature Review. Arch Surg Res. 2020;1(1):38-46.
57. Zahara FT, Zafar Z, Waseem T, Shoaib H. Quality Assurance Of Online Surgical Learning Process: Development and Validation of Shalamar Online Learning Experience Measure (SOLEM). Arch Surg Res. 2020;1(1):22-32.
58. Ahmed SZ, Zafar Z, Waseem T, Rafiq F. To Drain or Not to Drain in Thyroidectomy: A Meta-analysis of Outcomes. Arch Surg Res. 2020;1(2):6-17.
59. Ahmad SZ, Waseem T, Zafar Z, Abid M, Azim KM. Impact of Branch vs. Truncal Ligation of Inferior Thyroid Arteries on Post-Thyroidectomy Hypocalcaemia: A Meta-Analysis of Controlled Trials. Arch Surg Res. 2020;1(1):8-17.
60. Ashraf H, Waseem T. The Rising Need for Endocrine Surgery Fellowship in Pakistan. Arch Surg Res. 2020;1(3):2-4.
61. Waseem T. Stomach or Colon for Esophageal Replacement? What Prof Haider Thought! Arch Surg Res. 2020;1(3):1-2.
62. Ahmed AS, Ahmed SZ, Ahmed M, Waseem T. Emerging Trends in Managing Central Breast DCIS in Era of Oncoplastic Surgery: Where Do We Stand? Arch Surg Res. 2020;1(2):20-27.
63. Waseem T, Ahmad SZ, Zafar Z, Ashraf MH, Azim KM. How to Decide for Drain Placement During Thyroidectomy? Qualitative Exploration to Formulation of a Decision Tree. Arch Surg Res. 2020;1(3):5-11.
64. Saeed A, Nousherwani MD, Waseem T, Zafar Z, Mehmood Z, Usman J. Impact of Personal Protective Equipment on Surgeon’s Performance during COVID-19 Crisis: Qualitative Exploration of Challenges and Solutions. Arch Surg Res. 2020;1(2):28-35.
65. Ashraf MH, Azim A, Waseem T, Azim KM. A Rare Salivary Duct Tumor. Prof Med J. 2016;23(09):1163-1166.
66. Waseem T. Surgical Residency in Pakistan: How to Move Forward? Arch Surg Res. 2021;2(1):3-4.
67. Azhar H, Waseem T, Ashraf H. Artificial Intelligence in Surgical Education and Training: a Systematic Literature Review. Arch Surg Res. 2021;2(1):58-66.
68. Jamil F, Waseem T, Azim KM. Hiatal Hernia with Volvulus of Stomach: Classical Scenario. Arch Surg Res. 2021;2(1):73-76.
69. Ashraf H, Waseem T. Impact of Complacency and Lack of Assertiveness on Interprofessional Surgical & Medical Teams in Health and Social Care. Arch Surg Res. 2021;2(1):37-40.
70. Ahmad SZ, Zafar Z, Waseem T, Maryam N, Azim KM. Preoperative Use of Lugol’s Iodine in Graves’ Disease- Clearer Surgical Field but No Effect on Outcomes: A Meta-analysis of Controlled Studies. Arch Surg Res. 2021;2(1):6-16.
71. Nousherwani M, Waseem T, Tariq H, Azim KM. Primary Hyperparathyroidism Presenting with Pancreatic Pseudocyst: An Unusual Presentation. Arch Surg Res. 2021;2(1):70-72.
72. Ahmed J, Waseem T, Zafar Z, Danish RQ. Quality Assurance Of Operating Room-Based Learning: Development & Validation Of ‘Surgical Operating Room Educational Experience Measure’ For Medical Students (SOREEMST). Arch Surg Res. 2021;2(1):25-33.
73. Ahmad J, Baig H, Z Z, Waseem T. Revalidating “Mini Surgical Theater Educational Environment Measure (mini-STEEM)”: Is it a Content Valid Instrument?. Archives of Surgical Research, 2(1), 17-24. Arch Surg Res. 2021;2(1):17-24.
74. Sadia H, Ashraf H, Waseem T. Evolution of Intra-operative Nerve Monitoring as a revolution in Thyroid Surgery: A PRISMA compliant Systematic Review. Arch Surg Res. 2021;2(1):46-57.
75. Waseem T, Ahmed SZ, Baig H, et al. Exogenous ghrelin modulates release of pro- and anti-inflammatory cytokines in LPS-stimulated macrophages through distinct signaling pathways. Surgery. 2008;143(1):e1-e1. Accessed February 3, 2018. http://link.springer.com/10.1007/s00595-007-3671-9

Publications

2021 3 papers

1. Emerging Trends In Managing Central Breast Dcis In Era Of Oncoplastic Surgery: Where Do We Stand?

   Dr. Talat Waseem, Abubaker Shafiq Ahmed, Safia Zahir Ahmed, Muhammad Ahmed

   Archives Of Surgical Research · 2021 · Vol. 1 · pp. 20-27

   Keywords Oncoplastic Breast Surgery; Breast Reconstruction; Dcis

2. Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (Eras) Versus Traditional Care In Patients Hospitalized For Colorectal Surgery: A Meta-Analysis

   Hamza Azhar, Dr. Muhammad Hassan Hafeez, Safia Zahir Ahmed, Prof. Dr. Talat Waseem

   Archives Of Surgical Research · 2021 · Vol. 2

   Keywords Enhanced Recovery After Surgery, Fast Track Surgery, Colorectal Surgery

3. Enriching Operating Room Based Student Learning Experience: How Should We Structure It?

   Nida Maryam, Zaitoon Zafar, Dr. Muhammad Hassan Hafeez, Prof. Dr. Talat Waseem

   Archives Of Surgical Research · 2021 · Vol. 2

   Keywords Operating Theatre, Simulation Lab, Learning Model, Surgical Education

2020 29 papers

1. Application Of Radiomics In Breast Cancer Diagnoses

   Dr. Talat Waseem, Zahid Hussain, Rosheen Zahid

   Archives Of Surgical Research · 2020 · Vol. 1 · pp. 24-27

   Keywords Radiomics And Breast Cancer, Radiomics Modalities, Prognostic Factors, Tumors

2. Congenital Unilateral Diaphragmatic Eventration In An Adult: A Rare Case Presentation

   Prof. Dr. Khawaja Muhammad Azim, Dr. Talat Waseem

   Shalamar Medical College Annual Conference 2020 · 2020

3. Evolving Management Options For Breast Cancer In Era Of Oncoplastic And Reconstructive Breast Surgery: Where Do We Stand?

   Dr. Talat Waseem, Abubaker Shafiq Ahmed, Safia Zahir Ahmed, Noman Zaib

   Archives Of Surgical Research · 2020 · Vol. 1 · pp. 1

   Keywords Oncoplastic Breast Surgery; Breast Reconstruction; Implant-Based Reconstruction

4. Evolving Role Of Social Networking Sites In Undergraduate Surgical Education: Student Perspective

   Dr. Talat Waseem, Muhammad Hasham Ashraf, Shaukat Rabbani, Dr. Syed Hasan Shoaib, Rehan Ahmad Khan

   Pakistan Journal Of Medical And Health Sciences · 2020 · Vol. 13 · pp. 894-899

5. Exploring Operating Room-Based Student Learning Experience: Perils & Pitfalls? A Narrative Literature Review.

   Dr. Talat Waseem, Hadia Munir Baig, Rahila Yasmin,, Rehan Ahmad Khan

   Archives Of Surgical Research · 2020 · Vol. 1 · pp. 38-46

6. Facial Nerve Variations In Parotid Surgery: Lessons Learnt From 98 Cases

   Dr. Talat Waseem, Prof. Dr. Khawaja Muhammad Azim

   Shalamar Medical College Annual Conference 2020 · 2020

7. Hiatal Hernia With Volvulus Of Stomach: Classical Scenario

   Dr. Talat Waseem, Prof. Dr. Khawaja Muhammad Azim, M. Hasham Ashraf

   General Surgery: Outcomes & Innovations · 2020

8. How To Decide For Drain Placement During Thyroidectomy? Qualitative Exploration To Formulation Of A Decision Tree

   Dr. Talat Waseem, Prof. Dr. Khawaja Muhammad Azim, Safia Zahir Ahmed, M. Hasham Ashraf

   Archives Of Surgical Research · 2020 · Vol. 1

9. Impact Of Branch Vs. Truncal Ligation Of Inferior Thyroid Arteries On Post-Thyroidectomy Hypocalcaemia: A Meta-Analysis Of Controlled Trials

   Dr. Talat Waseem, Prof. Dr. Khawaja Muhammad Azim, Safia Zahir Ahmad, Zaitoon Zafar, Maham Abid

   Archives Of Surgical Research · 2020 · Vol. 1 · pp. 8-17

   Keywords Thyroidectomy, Trunk Ligation, Hypocalcaemia, Inferior Thyroid Artery, Hypoparathyroidism

10. Impact Of Personal Protective Equipment On Surgeon’S Performance During Covid-19 Crisis: Qualitative Exploration Of Challenges And Solutions

    Dr. Talat Waseem, Aiza Saeed, Maira Dastgir Nousherwani,, Zaitoon Zafar, Zabish Mehmood, Javeria Usman

    Archives Of Surgical Research · 2020 · Vol. 1 · pp. 28-35

    Keywords Personal Protective Equipment; Non-Technical Skills; Operative Performance; Vision, Fatigue

11. Intra-Operative Nerve Monitoring (Ionm) During Thyroid Surgery: Is It Really Required?

    Dr. Talat Waseem, Haleema Sadia

    Shalamar Medical College Annual Conference 2020 · 2020

12. Managing Cognitive Retention Of Surgical Graduate With Improved Techniques: Lessons From Cognitive Psychology

    Dr. Talat Waseem, Saleem Arif

    Archives Of Surgical Research · 2020 · Vol. 1 · pp. 54-57

    Keywords Cognitive Retention; Techniques; Surgical Education

13. Medical Graduate'S Learning In Operating Room: What Matters?

    Dr. Talat Waseem, Hira Ashraf

    Shalamar Medical College Annual Conference 2020 · 2020

14. Molecular Profiling For Early Diagnosis Of Papillary Thyroid Carcinoma: Myths And Controversies

    Dr. Talat Waseem, Muaaz Akram

    Endocrine Surgery Research · 2020

15. Pre-Operative Parathyroid Gland Localization In Primary Hyperparathyroidism: A Systematic Literature Review

    Dr. Talat Waseem, Hira Ashraf, Muhammad Muddassar Shafiq, Safia Zahir Ahmed

    Archives Of Surgical Research · 2020 · Vol. 1 · pp. 41-51

    Keywords Parathyroid Gland Localization,Primary Hyperparathyroidism

16. Preoperative Difficulty Index For Thyroidectomy (Preodit): A Novel, Reliable, Content Valid, And Valuable Tool

    Dr. Talat Waseem, Prof. Dr. Khawaja Muhammad Azim

    Journal Of The American College Of Surgeons · 2020 · Vol. 231 · pp. e115-e116

    Keywords Preodit, Preodit Valuable Tool

17. Preoperative Parathyroid Localization Modern Trends

    Dr. Talat Waseem, Prof. Dr. Khawaja Muhammad Azim

    Shalamar Medical College Annual Conference 2020 · 2020

18. Quality Assurance Of Online Surgical Learning Process: Development And Validation Of Shalamar Online Learning Experience Measure (Solem)

    Dr. Talat Waseem, Fatima Tuz Zahara, Zaitoon Zafar, Hasan Shoaib

    Archives Of Surgical Research · 2020 · Vol. 1 · pp. 22-32

    Keywords Learning Experience; Online Education; Questionnaire Development; Surgical Learning; E-Learning; Quality Assurance Of Online Learning, Quality Assurance

19. Role Of Artificial Intelligence In Assessment Of Thyroid Disease

    Dr. Talat Waseem, Fatima Naheed

    Endocrine Surgery Research · 2020

20. Role Of Trucut Biopsy In Diagnosis Of Thyroid Nodules.Is There Any Place For It ?

    Dr. Talat Waseem, Ushna Abbas

    Endocrine Surgery Research · 2020

21. Selecting The Right Plane Of Dissection In Thyroidectomy: Along The Recurrent Laryngeal Nerve Or Thyroid Capsule? A Retrospective Analysis

    Prof. Dr. Khawaja Muhammad Azim, Dr. Talat Waseem, Fatima Tu Zahara, Muhammad Hasham Ashraf

    Archives Of Surgical Research · 2020 · Vol. 1

    Keywords Dissection; Thyroidectomy; Plane Of Dissection; Recurrent Laryngeal Nerve Injury; Hypoparathyroidism

22. Stomach Or Colon For Esophageal Replacement? What Prof Haider Thought!

    Dr. Talat Waseem

    Archives Of Surgical Research · 2020 · Vol. 1 · pp. 1-2

23. The Rising Need For Endocrine Surgery Fellowship In Pakistan

    Dr. Talat Waseem, Hira Ashraf

    Archives Of Surgical Research · 2020 · Vol. 1 · pp. 2-4

    Keywords Endocrine Surgery Fellowship, Endocrine Surgery, Thyroid Surgery, Adrenal Surgery, Endocrine Surgery Training

24. Thyroidectomy: How I Do It

    Dr. Talat Waseem

    Archives Of Surgical Research · 2020 · Vol. 1 · pp. 6

25. Thyroidectomy: How I Do It My Romance With The Thyroid And The White Lady: A Tale Of 43 Years How I Do It

    Prof. Dr. Khawaja Muhammad Azim, Dr. Talat Waseem

    Archives Of Surgical Research · 2020 · Vol. 1 · pp. 4

26. To Drain Or Not To Drain In Thyroidectomy: A Meta-Analysis Of Outcomes

    Dr. Talat Waseem, Safia Zahir Ahmed, Zaitoon Zafar, Faisal Rafiq

    Archives Of Surgical Research · 2020 · Vol. 1 · pp. 6-17

    Keywords Drain Or Not To Drain In Thyroidectomy

27. Truncal Vs Branch Ligation Of Inferior Thyroid Arteries In Total Thyroidectomy: Does It Affect Postoperative Hypoparathyroidism?

    Dr. Talat Waseem, Prof. Dr. Khawaja Muhammad Azim, Safia Zahir Ahmed, Hadia Baig, Muhammad Hasham Ashraf, Asad Azim

    American Academy Of Otolaryngology–Head And Neck · 2020 · Vol. 1 · pp. 8

    Keywords Total Thyroidectomy, Inferior Thyroid Artery, Transient Hypocalcemia, Hypoparathyroidism, Randomized Trial

28. Why The Art Of Clinician Is Dying? Opinions & Judgements: A Systematic Literature Review

    Dr. Talat Waseem, Sidra Farooqi

    Shalamar Medical College Annual Conference 2020 · 2020

29. Why The Art Of Clinician Is Dying? Opinions & Judgements: A Systematic Review

    Dr. Talat Waseem, Fatima Jamil, Sidra Farooqi

    Archives Of Surgical Research · 2020 · Vol. 1 · pp. 58-63

    Keywords Art Of Clinician Is Dying

2019 5 papers

1. Diagnosis And Treatment Of Pheochromocytoma: A Single-Center Experience With 6 Cases

   Prof. Dr. Khawaja Muhammad Azim, Dr. Talat Waseem

   Shalamar Medical College Annual Conference 2019 · 2019

2. Management Of Cbd Injuries At Shalamar Medical & Dental College

   Prof. Dr. Khawaja Muhammad Azim, Dr. Talat Waseem

   Shalamar Medical College Annual Conference 2019 · 2019

3. Preoperative Difficulty Index For Thyroidectomy (Preodit): A Novel Preoperative Roadmap

   Dr. Talat Waseem, Prof. Dr. Khawaja Muhammad Azim

   Journal Of American College Of Surgeons · 2019 · Vol. 4 · pp. e104

   Keywords Preodit

4. Total Parathyroidectomy & Auto-Transplantation For Secondary Hyperparathyroidism: ?The Cleveland Clinic Protocol

   Prof. Dr. Khawaja Muhammad Azim, Dr. Talat Waseem, M. Hasham Ashraf

   Shalamar Medical College Annual Conference 2019 · 2019

5. Transhiatal Esophagectomy: Clinical Experience And Refinements At Shalamar Hospital

   Prof. Dr. Khawaja Muhammad Azim, Dr. Talat Waseem, M. Hasham Ashraf

   Shalamar Medical College Annual Conference 2019 · 2019

2016 8 papers

1. A Rare Salivary Duct Parotid Tumor

   Dr. Talat Waseem, Muhammad Hasham Ashraf, Asad Azim

   The Professional Medical Journal · 2016 · Vol. 23 · pp. 1163-1166

   Keywords Parotid Tumor

2. A Rare Salivary Duct Parotid Tumor; Management By Total Conservative Parotidectomy And Free Flap Transfer

   Dr. Muhammad Hasham Ashraf, Dr. Asad Azim, Dr. Talat Waseem, Prof. Dr. Khawaja Muhammad Azim

   The Professional Medical Journal · 2016 · Vol. 23(9): · pp. 1163-1166.

   Keywords Salivary Duct Carcinoma;, Radial Forearm Flap, Parotidectomy

3. Non-Alpine Epithelioid Angiosarcoma Of Thyroid Gland: A Rare Clinical Scenario

   Prof. Dr. Khawaja Muhammad Azim, Dr. Talat Waseem, Asad Azim, Fatima Mir

   American Journal Of Cancer Case Reports · 2016 · Vol. 4 · pp. 152-155

   Keywords Angiosarcoma; Thyroid Gland; Thyroidectomy

4. Papillary Thyroid Microcarcinoma Presenting As Horner’S Syndrome: A Novel Clinical Presentation

   Ammara Ashraf, Asad Azim, Prof. Dr. Khawaja Muhammad Azim, Dr. Talat Waseem

   American Journal Of Cancer Case Reports · 2016 · Vol. 4 · pp. 1-6

   Keywords Lymphadenopathy, Horner’S Syndrome; Papillary Thyroid Microcarcinoma, Thyroid Cancer

5. Prognostic Predictive Value Of Mannheim Peritonitis Index In Secondary Peritonitis: A Prospective Study

   Saleem Arif, Dr. Talat Waseem, Javaid-Ur-Rehman Ashraf

   P J M H S · 2016 · Vol. 10 · pp. 1024-1027

   Keywords Mannheim Peritonitis Index, Perforative Peritonitis, Receiver Operating Characteristic Curve

6. Roux-En-Y Augmented Gastric Advancement: An Alternative Technique For Concurrent Esophageal And Pyloric Stenosis Secondary To Corrosive Intake

   Dr. Talat Waseem, Asad Azim, Muhammad Hasham Ashraf, Prof. Dr. Khawaja Muhammad Azim

   "World Journal Of Gastrointestinal Surgery, " · 2016 · Vol. 8(12) · pp. 766-769.

   Keywords Corrosive Strictures,, Roux-En-Y Augmented Gastric Advancement,, Colonic Interposition

7. Stapled Hemorrhoidectomy; Is It Really Superior To Conventional Hemorrhoidectomy? A Longterm Analysis.

   Dr. Talat Waseem, Saleem Arif, Dr Javaid-Ur-Rehman Ashraf, Farooq Ahmad

   The Professional Medical Journal · 2016 · Vol. 23 · pp. 1505-1512

   Keywords Stapled Hemorrhoidectomy; Milligan Morgan Hemorrhoidectomy; Ferguson Hemorrhoidectomy; Long-Term Analysis

8. Xanthogranulomatous Cholecystitis Mimicking As Gallbladder Carcinoma:A Caution For Hepatobiliary Surgeon

   Dr. Talat Waseem, Prof. Dr. Khawaja Muhammad Azim, Asad Azim, Rubiya Altaf,, Muhammad Hasham Ashraf

   American Journal Of Cancer Case Reports · 2016 · Vol. 4 · pp. 101-105

   Keywords Xanthogranulomatous Cholecystitis (Xgc); Gall Bladder (Gb); Gall Bladder Carcinoma

2014 2 papers

1. Ghrelin Promotes Intestinal Epithelial Cell Proliferation Through Pi3K/Akt Pathway And Egfr Trans-Activation Both Converging To Erk 1/2 Phosphorylation

   Dr. Talat Waseem, Mark Duxbury, Stanley W Ashley, Malcolm K Robinson

   Peptides · 2014 · Vol. 52 · pp. 113-121

   Keywords Ghrelinintestinal Cellsproliferationsignaling

2. Kimura’S Disease: A Rare Clinical Entity For A Head & Neck Surgeon

   Prof. Dr. Khawaja Muhammad Azim, Dr. Talat Waseem, Ali Azim, Asad Azim

   American Journal Of Cancer Case Reports · 2014 · Vol. 2 · pp. 73-78

   Keywords Kimura’S Disease; Parotid Gland; Angiolymphoid Hyperplasia With Eiosinophilia; Alhe

2012 2 papers

1. Intrathoracic Carcinoids: A 7-Year Tertiary Care Level Experience

   Dr. Talat Waseem, Muhammad Shoaib Nabi, Nauman Tarif

   Journal Of Fatima Jinnah Medical College · 2012 · Vol. 6 · pp. 19-22

   Keywords Carcinoids, Bronchopulmonary Carcinoids, Carcinoid Syndrome

2. Is Laparoscopic Peritoneal Lavage An Acceptable Alternative To Hartmann’S Procedure For Diverticular Perforation? A Systematic Review

   Dr. Talat Waseem, Waseem Swati, Athar Sheikh, Peter Murchan

   Journal Of Current Surgery · 2012 · Vol. 2 · pp. 133-140

   Keywords Laparoscopic Peritoneal Lavage

2010 3 papers

1. A Large Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation: A Classical Scenario

   Dr. Talat Waseem, Muhammad Shoaib Nabi, Iltafat Sultan, Nauman Tarif

   European Journal Of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery · 2010 · Vol. 37 · pp. 1224

   Keywords Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformations; Coiling; Embolisation; Lobectomy

2. Pulmonary Hydatid Disease: Is Capitonnage Mandatory Following Cystotomy?

   Dr. Talat Waseem, Muhammad Shoaib Nabi, Nauman Tarif, Kamran Khalid Chima

   International Journal Of Surgery · 2010 · Vol. 8 · pp. 373e376

   Keywords Pulmonary Hydatid Disease Capitonnage Cystotomy

3. Pulmonary Hydatid Disease: What Is The Optimal Surgical Strategy?

   Dr. Talat Waseem, Muhammad Shoaib Nabi

   International Journal Of Surgery · 2010 · Vol. 8 · pp. 612-616

   Keywords Pulmonary Hydatid Disease Capitonnage Cystotomy Lobectomy

2009 1 paper

1. Commentary: Ghrelin'S Role In Gastrointestinal Tract Cancer

   Dr. Talat Waseem

   Surgical Oncology · 2009 · Vol. 19 · pp. e1-e1

   Keywords Gastrointestinal Tract Cancer

From the SIHS institutional research record. Full texts: Institutional Research Repository.

Professional Memberships

• American College of Surgeons, MD, USA
• Society of Surgical Oncology, USA
• British Association of Endocrine and Thyroid Surgeons, UK
• Society of laparoendoscopic Surgeons (SLS), USA
• International Society of Computer Aided Surgery
• American College of Gastroenterology
• Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America, USA
• American Society of Enteral and Parenteral Nutrition, USA
• Association of Surgical Education (USA)
• Pakistan Endocrine & Thyroid Surgeons Association PETSA
• British Association of Endocrine & Thyroid Surgeons BAETS
• Society of Surgeons Pakistan (Publication Secretary)
• Society of Oncological Surgery, Pakistan

Selected Publications