Syed Waqas

AKU Alum | Incoming PGY-1 Emergency Medicine, Mayo Clinic

Karāchi, Sindh, Pakistan

About

I am a Final-year MBBS student at Aga Khan University Hospital. I aspire to become an emergency physician with a focus on providing swift, comprehensive, and compassionate care in high-stress medical environments. Alongside my clinical pursuits, I also have a keen interest in integrating innovation in healthcare. Currently, I am a Co-Founder at PinkDetect. We are building an all-in-one breast health app, promoting breast health education to underprivileged women in a culturally sensitive manner, while also aiding in early breast cancer detection. With a background in medicine, I bridge the gap between medical experts and our technology team at PinkDetect. Outside of the medical field and the HealthTech ecosystem, I am a dedicated athlete with a strong background in competitive rowing. During my college years, I earned several national and club accolades as a rowing team member, continuing my streak in University Rowing and serving as the Co-founder of the first AKU Rowing team. Moreover, my interest in expanding the healthcare domain has led me to start an Instagram channel where I portray the ‘Med School Life’ - with 6,000+ followers - going strong!

Experience

  • Co Founder & Chief Medical Consultant at PinkDetect
    Jan 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 6 mos

    Responsible for building the app and website while co-relating it with clinical relevance. Also, frequently manage breast health camps. https://www.pinkdetect.com/

  • Co-Chief Executive Officer at Little Lavender Pakistan
    Feb 2023 - Present · 3 yrs 5 mos

    Run an online essential oil business with my mother, who has a strong passion for aromatherapy. Manage a weekly stall every Sunday at Karachi Farmers' Market. https://littlelavender.pk/

  • Founder at Squats and Suture
    Nov 2022 - Present · 3 yrs 8 mos

    Just a lighthearted Instagram channel that documents the antics of my friends and I, as we navigate medical school. We've gathered a small following, and I'm excited to keep them engaged and entertained!

  • Vice President at AKU Rowing Club
    Jan 2022 - Present · 4 yrs 6 mos

    Co-Convenor of the AKU Rowing Club. Participant, Manager, and Coach, all together. Two years consecutive National Inter-University Regatta Champions and current defending champions.

  • FALAH AKU NGO (5 yrs)
    • Records Head
      Dec 2023 - Dec 2024 · 1 yr 1 mo

      Leadership Council of the Society, as the Head of Records. Led my team to maintain record keeping and ensure the efficient working of the NGO.

    • Junior Head, Records
      Jan 2023 - Dec 2023 · 1 yr

    • Team Lead, Bloodline
      Jan 2022 - Jan 2023 · 1 yr 1 mo