About SIVU

About SIVU
Founded with a vision to expand access to high-quality medical education and professional development, Sadiq International Virtual University (SIVU) serves as a dynamic hub for learning, collaboration, and knowledge exchange across borders. Since our founding in 2020, SIVU has grown from an idea into a vibrant platform that connects educators, clinicians, and learners across continents.
At its core, SIVU is dedicated to empowering educators and learners alike—creating a powerful ripple effect that amplifies knowledge, skills, and professionalism throughout the global community. Through groundbreaking lectures, thought-provoking seminars, and insightful virtual programming, SIVU continues to enrich minds, advance learning, and contribute to the evolution of healthcare education.
Driven by academic excellence and a commitment to service, SIVU stands as a testament to IMI’s mission of fostering education, innovation, and global impact in healthcare.


Message from the Founding Chancellor
At Sadiq International Virtual University (SIVU), we began with a simple yet powerful vision: to make high-quality medical education accessible beyond boundaries, and to cultivate a global community rooted in knowledge, service, and excellence. As a part of IMI’s Academic Council, we have sought not only to deliver knowledge, but to inspire purpose—empowering individuals to lead, to teach, and to serve humanity with integrity and compassion.
Education, when shared with sincerity and vision, creates a ripple effect that extends far beyond classrooms. Through our webinars, courses, publications and scholarly engagements, we have witnessed this ripple reach communities around the world—advancing skills, strengthening professionalism, and fostering a spirit of continuous learning. As we launch this new chapter with our renewed digital presence, we reaffirm our commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and global collaboration. SIVU will continue to evolve as a platform where ideas are nurtured, minds are enriched, and future leaders are shaped.
I invite you to be part of this journey as together we build a future where knowledge serves humanity.
Dr. Shabih Zaidi
MBBS, DLO-RCP&RCS (London), FRCS (Ed), FCPS (Pak), FICS, FACS, MIAHSc
Founding Chancellor, SIVU
Former IMI Global President
Meet the Team
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Shabih Zaidi
Chancellor
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LMS & Course Quality Director
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Chancellor
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Chancellor
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Chancellor
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Chancellor
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Chancellor
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Chancellor
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Chancellor
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Chancellor
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Six Years of Impactful Learning
From regional webinars to global academic programmes — a journey of education, partnership, and growth.
Chapter 01
Established a broad international reach across 27 countries with strong community engagement.
Chapter 02
Forged key academic alliances and expanded course offerings through collaborations with leading institutions.
Chapter 03
Launched MOOCs, and strengthened local presence through UMC Karachi — the most impactful year yet.
Chapter 04
Launched MOOCs, and strengthened local presence through UMC Karachi — the most impactful year yet.
Chapter 05
Launched MOOCs, and strengthened local presence through UMC Karachi — the most impactful year yet.
Chapter 06
Established a broad international reach across 27 countries with strong community engagement.

