Yonsei Institute
for Global Health

1) Please introduce yourself.

My name is Dr. Imad Uddin, I am 38 years old. I am married and my family is currently residing in Pakistan.

2) Where is your working place back in your country and what is your specialty?

I was Interventional Cardiology Fellow at Hayatabad Medical Complex, Peshawar, Pakistan.

3) How did you get to know Severance? Why did you choose Severance as your training hospital?

1. I came to Severance Hospital to pursue advanced training in complex coronary and structural heart interventions, as it is one of the leading cardiovascular centers in the world. I was deeply impressed by the hospital’s excellence in patient care, research, and innovation.
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4)  How long is your training period in Korea?

1. My training period at Severance Hospital is 6 months, from 1st March to 31 August 2025. 

5)  Which area did you focus on during your fellowship at Severance?

1. I am currently observing structural heart interventions including TAVR, MitraClip, and ASD/PFO closures. and assisting in peripheral interventions. I am also learning advanced coronary techniques involving IVUS and OCT, Rotablation and Intravascular Lithotripsy. My advisor/Supervisor is Prof. Chul-Min Ahn, whose kindness, mentorship, and support have made this experience especially meaningful.
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6) What is the most impressive feature of Severance Hospital?

1. What impressed me the most is the seamless integration of cutting-edge technology with compassionate patient care. The level of precision, professionalism, and collaboration among the team members is truly world-class.

7) What are the specific contents of your fellowship program at Severance?

I am involved in structural and complex coronary procedures, gaining exposure to advanced imaging modalities, state-of-the-art cath lab practices, and evidence-based decision-making.

8) If you were to get the chance to come back, which field of clinical study would you like to focus on?

1. I would love to return to further enhance my skills, particularly in structural heart interventions to become an independent operator and participate in collaborative research projects

9) Who are you most thankful for at Severance(who helped you the most) & why?

1. I am grateful to the entire interventional cardiology team at Severance Hospital for their constant support and generosity in teaching. I am especially thankful to Prof. Chun Min Ahn (my supervisor), Prof. Young-Guk Ku, and Prof. Jung-Sun Kim for their guidance, encouragement, and the valuable opportunities they have provided during my training. Their kindness, willingness to teach, and encouragement have made this experience truly enriching.

10) What was your first impression of Korea?

1. South Korea is a naturally beautiful and technologically advanced country. I am truly inspired by the kindness, discipline, hardworking nature, and the deeply civilized culture of its people. It has been a privilege to experience life in such a welcoming and progressive society.

11)What is the best memory so far during your stay here?

The best experience has been witnessing cutting-edge procedures and being part of such a vibrant academic environment. My only regret is that six months feels too short—I wish I had more time to learn even more.