Doctors Express Satisfaction Despite Political Controversy Over Khan
ISLAMABAD : Former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s recent medical check-up and treatment have reportedly been politicized, despite full satisfaction expressed by his attending doctors, including his personal physician and a team representing his party, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, sources said.
According to insider accounts, Khan’s personal physician from Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital praised the examination and treatment, reportedly telling the attending medical team, “You have done an excellent job.”
A medical review was conducted at Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences, where two senior PIMS doctors, alongside PTI-nominated physician Dr. Nadeem Qureshi, examined Khan in Adiala Jail. Following the evaluation, a briefing was provided to senior opposition leaders, including Allama Raja Nasir Abbas and Barrister Gohar Ali Khan.
A 45-minute speakerphone consultation between the PIMS team and Shaukat Khanum doctors Dr. Khurram Mirza and Dr. Asim Yousaf, trusted by Khan and his family was reportedly held, with multiple participants listening in and documenting the proceedings. During the call, the Shaukat Khanum doctors expressed full satisfaction with the examination and treatment process.
PTI-affiliated doctors described the treatment as “encouraging and satisfactory,” noting that it followed standard clinical protocols. They reportedly praised the examining team and congratulated them for successfully managing the case. Dr. Asim Yousaf also expressed gratitude on behalf of Khan’s family and assured that future medical arrangements would not be criticized.
Sources said PTI doctors raised several questions and were granted access to medical summaries, test reports, and treatment records with the patient’s consent. The discussion reportedly covered all aspects of Khan’s health, including minor fluctuations in cholesterol levels. Recommendations from PTI doctors suggested no immediate intervention was necessary, with a follow-up review scheduled for the next check-up.
A senior PIMS physician, Dr. Arif, expressed concern over prior public claims that Khan had not received proper specialist care, stating he had administered similar treatments to over 1,000 patients and was confident in their efficacy. Party members and parliamentarians reportedly described the medical proceedings as “satisfactory” in private discussions.
The situation, however, took a dramatic turn the following morning when Dr. Asim Yousaf released a video message saying he could neither confirm nor deny certain details as he had not personally examined Khan, fueling public ambiguity over the evaluation.
Despite indications of satisfaction from the medical consultations, PTI sources said plans for protests and sit-ins continued. Senior opposition leaders, including Mehmood Khan Achakzai, were reportedly informed about the medical findings.
Insiders also noted that Khan’s sister, Alima Khan, played a key role in maintaining a hardline stance, reportedly resisting efforts to de-escalate tensions despite reassurances from medical professionals and party leaders. Reports indicate that her displeasure intensified when some leaders expressed satisfaction with the medical outcome.
Tensions were also visible during one protest sit-in when Alima Khan and other family members allegedly avoided customary interactions with opposition leaders. Although the official medical record reportedly reflected satisfactory results, conflicting public statements from some party members and family members have fueled uncertainty and mistrust.
