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Can AI Reduce the Burden on the Healthcare Sector in Pakistan?

by Web Desk
June 14, 2025
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Can AI Reduce the Burden on the Healthcare Sector in Pakistan?
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Introduction: Pakistan’s Healthcare Crisis and the Promise of AI

Pakistan is currently grappling with a growing healthcare crisis. The increasing burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) like diabetes, heart disease, and cancer, coupled with limited medical infrastructure and staffing shortages, is stretching the country’s healthcare system thin. With a population exceeding 240 million, Pakistan’s doctor-to-patient ratio remains far below the World Health Organization’s (WHO) recommended levels.

In this context, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is emerging as a promising tool to help alleviate the stress on healthcare institutions. From improving diagnostics and reducing human error to offering remote care and streamlining administrative work, AI technologies could play a vital role in reshaping the future of healthcare delivery in Pakistan.


Rising Health Challenges in Pakistan

Pakistan is facing a dual burden of disease—infectious diseases such as tuberculosis, hepatitis, and dengue, along with a surge in lifestyle-related illnesses like diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease. According to the International Diabetes Federation, Pakistan now ranks third globally in terms of diabetes prevalence, with over 33 million adults living with the condition.

Meanwhile, hospitals in major cities remain overcrowded, while rural areas suffer from severe doctor shortages, outdated equipment, and lack of access to specialized care. In this environment, technology-driven solutions like AI offer a real opportunity to bridge healthcare gaps.


1. Diagnostic Support: Enhancing Accuracy and Speed

One of the most impactful applications of AI in healthcare is its use in diagnostics. AI-powered algorithms, especially those using machine learning (ML) and deep learning, can analyze vast datasets such as X-rays, CT scans, MRIs, and ultrasound images with high precision. These tools can assist doctors by identifying patterns and anomalies that may be missed by the human eye, thus enabling earlier and more accurate diagnoses.

AI in Radiology and Disease Detection

In Pakistan, where radiologists are few and demand is high, AI systems can accelerate diagnostic processes. For instance:

  • Skin cancer detection through image recognition software.
  • Tuberculosis diagnosis using AI-enabled chest X-rays.
  • Diabetic retinopathy screening, which is especially beneficial in eye camps or rural clinics.

These tools do not aim to replace doctors but to augment clinical decision-making and reduce the workload on specialists.


2. Telemedicine and Remote Healthcare Access

Pakistan’s rural areas face a critical shortage of healthcare professionals, especially specialists. In many remote regions, people have to travel hours or even days to reach the nearest hospital. Here, AI can serve as a lifesaver by supporting telemedicine initiatives.

AI-Powered Virtual Health Assistants

AI-enabled chatbots and virtual assistants can interact with patients in local languages, ask relevant questions about symptoms, and provide basic triage or medication advice. These systems can:

  • Identify potential health issues based on symptoms.
  • Guide patients to the appropriate specialist or facility.
  • Monitor chronic conditions like diabetes and hypertension remotely.

For example, an AI chatbot integrated into a mobile app could allow a diabetic patient in Gilgit to receive tailored diet advice or alerts for medication refills without needing to visit a clinic.


3. Health Data Analysis and Predictive Insights

Healthcare involves massive volumes of data, including patient records, lab results, and real-time monitoring metrics like blood pressure, blood sugar, and heart rate. AI can sift through this data and provide meaningful insights that can lead to early interventions.

Predictive Healthcare with AI

AI systems can:

  • Predict heart attacks by analyzing ECG data and other vitals.
  • Forecast hospital admission trends, helping administrators manage bed availability.
  • Identify outbreaks or seasonal diseases early based on geographic and environmental data.
  • Anticipate medication shortages or supply chain disruptions.

These predictive capabilities are critical in a country like Pakistan, where reactive healthcare policies have long failed to cope with crises.


4. Streamlining Administrative and Documentation Tasks

Doctors and nurses in Pakistan often face administrative overload, spending hours daily on tasks like:

  • Recording patient histories.
  • Writing prescriptions.
  • Updating follow-up and referral notes.
  • Filing diagnostic reports.

This reduces the time they can devote to direct patient care.

AI-Powered Medical Documentation

AI tools, such as Natural Language Processing (NLP) software, can automatically:

  • Transcribe doctor-patient conversations.
  • Fill out Electronic Health Records (EHRs).
  • Generate prescriptions and reports based on voice inputs.

By automating such tasks, AI can save valuable hours and allow healthcare professionals to focus more on treatment and counseling, improving the overall patient experience.


5. Drug Discovery and Medical Research

Pharmaceutical companies in Pakistan face high R&D costs and timelines when developing new medicines. AI is transforming this space by analyzing chemical structures, predicting drug interactions, and simulating clinical outcomes even before human trials begin.

AI in Pharmaceutical Innovation

With AI:

  • Drug molecules can be screened and optimized faster.
  • Vaccine development can be accelerated.
  • Adverse drug reactions can be predicted based on genetic and lifestyle factors.

This is especially crucial for diseases like dengue, malaria, and hepatitis C, where local solutions tailored to the Pakistani population are urgently needed.


Challenges to AI Adoption in Pakistan’s Healthcare System

Despite its enormous potential, the integration of AI into healthcare in Pakistan faces multiple hurdles:

  1. Lack of Digital Infrastructure
    Many hospitals still operate with paper-based systems and lack EHRs or high-speed internet.
  2. Shortage of Skilled Workforce
    There are few AI specialists or data scientists trained in health informatics.
  3. Ethical and Privacy Concerns
    Patient data security and informed consent are major concerns when using AI-driven systems.
  4. High Cost of Implementation
    Modern AI tools and diagnostic equipment require significant upfront investment, which may be difficult for public hospitals to afford without government support.
  5. Policy and Regulatory Gaps
    There are currently no robust legal frameworks governing the use of AI in healthcare in Pakistan.

Government and Private Sector Initiatives

Some pilot projects and startups have already started using AI in limited capacities. For instance:

  • The National Institute of Health (NIH) has explored AI-based epidemic forecasting.
  • Pakistani health-tech startups like Sehat Kahani are integrating AI into teleconsultation platforms.
  • International collaborations are in progress with universities and companies to establish AI labs in public hospitals.

The Ministry of IT and Telecommunication, in coordination with the Ministry of Health, is reportedly drafting a national AI strategy, which includes healthcare as a key focus area.


Conclusion: A New Era of Smart Healthcare in Pakistan

AI holds the key to modernizing Pakistan’s overwhelmed healthcare system. From diagnosing complex diseases faster to serving patients in remote villages through virtual assistants, AI promises not only efficiency but also equity in healthcare delivery.

However, for AI to succeed, Pakistan must invest in digital infrastructure, develop skilled human capital, enforce ethical standards, and provide policy support. If done right, AI could become the foundation for a future-ready healthcare ecosystem—one that is smarter, faster, and truly inclusive.

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