PNS Shifa | |
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Active | 1953 – present |
Country | Pakistan |
Branch | Pakistan Navy |
Type | Military hospital |
Size | 886 Bedded Hospital in 2023 |
Nickname(s) | Pakistan Naval Hospital Complex |
Motto(s) | To conduct basic, mid career and specialized professional courses for Officers, AFNS Officers and Sailors of Medical Branch of Pakistan Navy and Allied Navies. |
Commanders | |
Surgeon Commander of Pakistan Navy | Surgeon Commodore Muhammad Rafique |
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Coordinates: 24°50′14″N67°03′01″E / 24.837087°N 67.050172°E