RAWALPINDI: A medical report concerning Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan’s examination at Adiala Jail on August 10 has revealed that London-based doctor Dr Farqad Alamgir was part of a four-member medical board constituted to assess his health.
According to the report, Dr Alamgir was called from London for Imran Khan’s medical examination and treatment. The medical board also included Dr Arif Khan, Dr Akhtar Ali Bandesha and Dr Ali Arif. The board was constituted by the federal government to examine the former prime minister.
Medical Board Assesses Anxiety and Recommends Daily Walk
The report stated that the medical board assessed Imran Khan’s anxiety level at “three-plus” and recommended a daily one-hour walk to help manage his blood pressure and anxiety.
The board also recommended allowing the PTI founder greater access to his family, newspapers, television and books. It further advised that meetings with his wife be increased to help address anxiety and stress.
According to the medical report, Imran Khan’s blood pressure during the August 10 examination was recorded at 140/80, while his pulse rate was 54 beats per minute. The report said his ECG was normal, while an echocardiogram showed normal heart valves and chambers.
London Based Doctor Dr Farqad Alamgir’s Name Emerges in Treatment Discussions
Dr Farqad Alamgir’s involvement had also been reported in connection with discussions surrounding Imran Khan’s medical care. The latest report has renewed attention on the arrangements for specialist medical care available to the PTI founder while he remains incarcerated.
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The medical examination report comes amid continuing legal and political discussions over Imran Khan’s healthcare and access to specialist treatment. A separate report submitted by Adiala Jail authorities to the Supreme Court stated that he had undergone numerous medical examinations by specialists during his detention.
