Nazir Mohammed Kazi, a distinguished Pakistani surgeon, mentor, and the visionary behind Indus Hospital in Karachi, passed away on August 27, 2025, at 90 years old.
He leaves behind three children: Saadia, Saniyya, and Tariq; his daughter-in-law Ayesha; and grandchildren Mikael, Yara, and Eissa.
Born on June 5, 1935, Kazi is celebrated as a pioneering educator whose impactful legacy lives on.
After graduating from Dow Medical College in 1959, he achieved his Fellowship at the Royal College of Surgeons in Edinburgh in 1964, and served in England, Bahrain, and Abu Dhabi.
As the head of general surgery in Abu Dhabi, he trained numerous doctors, many of whom became renowned surgeons globally.
Dedicated to advancing healthcare in Pakistan, he spearheaded the development of the Islamic Mission Hospital in Karachi, now known as Indus Hospital. His commitment to improved medical care and nursing education remains a source of inspiration.
His wife, Dr. Tahira Kazi, was a consultant histopathologist and department head, who also trained in England and graduated from Dow Medical College.
