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Dr. Sana Ansari

MBBS
Certified healthcare quality specialist

Dr. Sana Ansari is an ISO-certified healthcare quality specialist with US post-graduate training. She is committed to using her versatile skill set to educate and empower the community regarding health matters. Her research articles have been published in different national and international medical journals. She currently oversees Quality Assurance and Organizational Development at Dr. Ziauddin Hospital, Clifton Campus.
Dr. Sana Ansari is a part of HTV’s Experts Community.

Women’s Health

Treatment of Breast Cancer in Pakistan

Dr. Sana Ansari 8 Oct, 2018

The most frequently diagnosed cancer among women around the world. The leading cause of cancer deaths in women around the world. Affecting one in nine women in Pakistan, breast cancer is a harrowing reality for many women as we speak.…

Men’s health

The Paradox of Prostate Cancer – Health Risks, Symptoms, and Treatment

Dr. Sana Ansari 12 Sep, 2018 0

I once heard an oncologist say, “If I had to choose cancer for myself --- it would be prostate cancer!”Despite being a common cancer in the male population, only 10% of patients actually die from the disease. …such is the paradox of…

Women’s Health

Women’s Health: 4 Cancers That Affect Only Women

Dr. Sana Ansari 4 Sep, 2018 0

Breast cancer is the most common cancer and the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in Pakistani females. Contrary to popular belief, breast cancer is not limited to women. Even men can be inflicted with this dangerous disease.Breast…

Health

Warning Signs Your Tongue Might Be Sending You

Dr. Sana Ansari 3 Sep, 2018 0

Say "Aaaah” is a common phrase used by doctors before they perform a detailed examination of their patient's mouth with the help of a bright torch. So what exactly are they looking for? Isn't the oral cavity dentist-territory? What wealth…

Weight Loss

Unable To Lose Belly Fat? Vitamin D Deficiency Could Be the Culprit

Dr. Sana Ansari 30 Aug, 2018 0

Anyone who has ever tried to lose weight will agree that getting rid of belly fat is much more difficult and takes much longer than any other body part. Despite following a strict diet regime and focusing on ab crunches, some people are…

Women’s Health

Heart Diseases in Women – Know the Risks

Dr. Sana Ansari 29 Aug, 2018 0

The Pakistani population has one of the highest rates of coronary heart disease in the world, with 30-40% of all deaths being related to cardiovascular conditions. There are many reasons behind these dismal statistics, the most important…

Health

Sexual Hygiene Equals to a Healthier Sexual Life

Dr. Sana Ansari 1 Aug, 2018 0

Cleanliness and hygiene of all body parts contribute to the overall health and well-being of an individual. In the same way, sexual hygiene which involves cleanliness of the genitals before and after sexual intercourse is of utmost…

Pregnancy

6 Pregnancy Conditions That Can Be a False Alarm

Dr. Sana Ansari 31 Jul, 2018 0

Pregnancy may be a natural physiological process for some. However, for most women, their first pregnancy is a period of anxiety and uncertainty, due to the whirlwind of symptoms they experience. Unsure of whether these new feelings are…

Health

Symptoms of Hypocalcemia That You Should Not Ignore

Dr. Sana Ansari 26 Jul, 2018 0

Milk. The only drink that can single-handedly sustain a baby for six months. The only drink which provides us with over nine essential nutrients, including calcium.Although everyone knows and accepts the above facts, many of us don't…

Mind and Body

7 Facts about Antidepressants That People Won’t Tell You

Dr. Sana Ansari 24 Jul, 2018 0

Depression is a condition which is diagnosed by friends more often than doctors. It's relatively simple to label someone as "depressed" without any diagnostic laboratory or radiological tests. It gets even worse in countries like ours,…

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