Professor of Radiology and Director of Stroke Intervention Program NICVD, Karachi, Pakistan
First in Pakistan who started Stroke Intervention Treatment in SINDH Province
Dr Irfan A. Lutfi is trained Peripheral vascular Interventionist and a pioneer Stroke Interventionest in the country, who introduced and advanced modern stroke therapies, such as Mechanical thrombectomy, to save lives and prevent disability.
The Pakistan Stroke Initiative is dedicated to transforming stroke care in Pakistan by focusing on early stroke intervention, comprehensive physician training, and expanding access to life-saving healthcare services. Our mission is to reduce the burden of stroke-related deaths and disabilities by empowering healthcare professionals, increasing public awareness, and improving the standard of care nationwide.