LAHORE:The Advanced Skills Department (ASD) of the College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan (CPSP) has achieved another significant milestone with the successful conduct of the first Instructor Course of the 11th Edition of Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) in Pakistan, held at CPSP Lahore from September 05–06, 2026. Established in 2007 under the visionary leadership of Prof Zafarullah Chaudhry, with continued guidance and supervision from Prof. Khalid Masood Gondal, Senior Vice President CPSP, and State chair Prof Mahmood Ayyaz, Director ASD Prof Abrar Ashraf Ali has made a significant contribution to advanced-level life-saving education in Pakistan. Over the years, the department has developed a strong national platform with international recognition for advanced clinical skills and life-support education, through collaboration with renowned international organizations and implementation of internationally standardized training programs. ASD currently conducts a comprehensive portfolio of internationally recognized programs, including Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
