About 13th Biennial Conference of PACVTS

Let's step into the future of cardiovascular and thoracic care at the 13th Biennial Conference of the Pakistan Association of Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgeons (PACVTS), a landmark gathering where surgical excellence, scientific innovation, and global collaboration converge. This flagship event sets the stage for transformative dialogue and cutting-edge learning, proudly hosted by National Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases at Pearl Continental Hotel, Karachi, from December 5–7, 2025 .

This mega scientific event will feature a distinguished lineup of international faculty, including renowned cardiac, thoracic, and pediatric cardiovascular surgeons, alongside Pakistan’s most respected and accomplished surgical leaders who are shaping the future of cardiothoracic and vascular care across the region. As we enter the AI-driven medicine era, this 2025 edition aims to bridge clinical expertise with digital innovation.

Over three dynamic days, the conference will present a rich and diverse scientific programme encompassing advanced surgical techniques, breakthrough technologies, and multidisciplinary strategies. Attendees will benefit from high-impact keynote sessions, live demonstrations, interactive panels, and hands-on workshops — all tailored to advance clinical excellence, innovation, and academic growth.

Join us in Karachi for an unforgettable experience where global perspectives meet national expertise and where the future of cardiovascular and thoracic surgery is redefined through intelligence, innovation, and collaboration.

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Programme Highlights

Over three dynamic days, the conference will present a rich and diverse scientific programme encompassing advanced surgical techniques, breakthrough technologies, and multidisciplinary strategies. Attendees will benefit from high-impact keynote sessions, live demonstrations, interactive panels, and hands-on workshops — all tailored to advance clinical excellence, innovation, and academic growth.

• Advances in Cardiothoracic Surgery

• AI & Robotic Assistance in Cardiac Procedures

• Multidisciplinary Heart Team Approaches

• Complex Congenital Heart Diseases

• Innovations in Cardiac ICU and Perioperative Care

• Interactive Workshops & Live inbox Surgeries

A short story about NICVD Karachi

One of the Pioneer Insititions of Cardiovascular Care in the World

We aim to be the premier hospital in Pakistan for the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of patients with cardiovascular diseases

Over 2.3 Million patients are being treated every year in whole system of NICVD Network, Totally free of cost

Karachi City of Lights

Karachi Sindhi is a major city in Pakistan and is the capital city of the province of Sindh. It is the largest city in Pakistan and 12th largest in the world, with a population of over 20 million. It is situated at the southern tip of the country along the Arabian Sea coast and formerly served as the country's capital from 1947 to 1959. Ranked as a beta-global city, it is Pakistan's premier industrial and financial centre, with an estimated GDP of over $200 billion. Karachi is a metropolitan city and is considered Pakistan's most cosmopolitan city, and among the country's most linguistically, ethnically, and religiously diverse regions, as well as one of the country's most progressive and socially liberal cities.

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