Dr. Qazi Masood, a dermatologist who served at Government Medical College Srinagar for over four decades, died on July 25, 2024. His death marked the end of a long career in Kashmir’s medical field, where he worked as both a practicing doctor and administrator.
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Career at Government Medical College Srinagar
Dr. Qazi Masood joined Government Medical College Srinagar as faculty in 1982. He worked his way up through various positions at the institution over the years. He headed the Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprosy for approximately 12 years before taking on administrative roles.
Later in his career, he served as Principal and Dean of Government Medical College Srinagar. During his time in these positions, he oversaw medical education and hospital operations at one of Kashmir’s main medical institutions.
The Dermatology Department
The Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprosy at Government Medical College Srinagar was established as a separate department in 1972. Under Dr. Masood’s leadership, the department treated patients with various skin conditions and trained medical students and residents.
The department serves patients from across Kashmir who need specialized dermatological care. Many areas in the region have limited access to specialized medical services, making the department an important resource for people with skin diseases.
Medical Education and Training
As head of the dermatology department, Dr. Masood supervised the training of medical students and resident doctors. These doctors went on to practice medicine in various parts of Kashmir and other regions.
His role in medical education meant that his influence extended beyond his direct patient care. The doctors he trained continue to provide dermatological services to patients throughout the region.
Healthcare Challenges in Kashmir
Kashmir faces unique healthcare challenges due to its mountainous terrain and sometimes difficult weather conditions. Access to specialized medical care can be limited in remote areas.
Dr. Masood’s work at Government Medical College Srinagar helped address some of these challenges by providing specialized dermatological care and training other doctors to serve the region.
Current Status of Dermatology Services
Following Dr. Masood’s death, the Department of Dermatology at Government Medical College Srinagar continues to operate. The department provides treatment for patients with skin conditions and maintains its role in medical education.
For people in Srinagar seeking dermatological care today, several options exist including services at Government Medical College and other medical facilities in the area.
Impact on Srinagar’s Medical Community
Dr. Masood’s colleagues at Government Medical College Srinagar remember him as a dedicated doctor and administrator. His death was noted by the medical community in Kashmir, reflecting his role in the region’s healthcare system.
The doctors he trained and the department he led represent part of his ongoing influence on medical care in Srinagar and surrounding areas.
Looking Forward
While Dr. Qazi Masood is no longer practicing, the infrastructure he helped build continues to serve patients. The dermatology department at Government Medical College Srinagar remains an important resource for people needing specialized skin care.
The medical professionals he trained continue their work throughout Kashmir, carrying forward the clinical knowledge and experience they gained during their education and training under his supervision.
Dr. Masood’s career represents one example of how long-term service in medical education and patient care can have effects that extend well beyond an individual doctor’s practice years.
