Dr Saba Tariq MBBS, MPhil, PhD

Dr Saba Tariq

Department of Metabolism and Systems Science
Postdoctoral Fellow
Professor/Head of Department, University Medical and Dental College, The University of Faisalabad

Contact details

Telephone
+44 (0121) 414 3344
Email
s.tariq@bham.ac.uk
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Address
University of Birmingham
Edgbaston
Birmingham
B15 2TT
UK

Dr. Saba Tariq, a beacon of excellence in the realm of healthcare, is a name that resonates with innovation and unwavering commitment. Holding a PhD in Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics earned in 2021, she has scaled the heights of academic and research achievements, leaving an indelible mark on both national and international platforms.

Recipient of a prestigious gold medal in recognition of her outstanding accomplishments, Dr. Tariq is a distinguished researcher whose contributions have illuminated the path of medical progress. At the forefront of her field, she currently serves as the Head of the Department and Professor in Pharmacology and Therapeutics at University Medical and Dental College (UMDC), The University of Faisalabad, where she seamlessly blends her academic prowess with remarkable leadership acumen.

As the Chairperson of the Research Advisory UMDC, Dr. Tariq's guidance has catalysed groundbreaking research initiatives that push the boundaries of medical knowledge. Her commitment to excellence is further underscored by her memberships in esteemed organisations such as the American College of Clinical Pharmacology and the Association of Medical Education in Europe. Notably, she holds a prominent position within the World Association of Medical Editors and represents the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan in the National Curriculum Committee, shaping the future of medical education.

Dr. Tariq's passion is vividly evident in her extensive body of work, encompassing 60 original research articles, four research grants, and enriching contributions to numerous book chapters. Her research focus on women's health aligns seamlessly with her dedication to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 3 and 5, emphasising good health and gender equality.

Currently serving as a postdoctoral fellow at the University of Birmingham, Dr. Tariq continues to leverage her expertise to drive advancements in medical research and education.

Qualifications

  • PhD in Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics 2021
  • CME 2021
  • CMT 2020
  • CTL 2019
  • MPhil in Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics 2014
  • MBBS 2009

Biography

Dr. Saba Tariq, a distinguished researcher and recipient of a gold medal for her outstanding achievements, stands at the forefront of medical innovation. Her remarkable contributions have earned her recognition on both national and international platforms, showcasing her unwavering dedication to the field of healthcare.

In her role as Head of the Department and Professor in Pharmacology and Therapeutics at UMDC, Dr. Tariq has not only demonstrated academic prowess but also leadership acumen. Her guidance as Chairperson of the Research Advisory Committee at UMDC has paved the way for groundbreaking research initiatives that push the boundaries of medical knowledge.

Dr. Tariq's commitment to excellence has earned her membership in prestigious organisations, including the American College of Clinical Pharmacology and the Association of Medical Education in Europe. Her contributions extend even further as she holds a prominent position within the World Association of Medical Editors. Additionally, her pivotal role as a representative of the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan in the National Curriculum Committee highlights her dedication to shaping the future of medical education.

Teaching

Medical Courses:

  • MBBS 4th Year
  • MBBS 3rd Year
  • MBBS 2nd Year
  • MBBS 1st  Year
  • BDS 2nd Year
  • BDS 1st Year

Postgraduate Courses:

  • MPhil Pharmacology
  • MPhil Nutrition
  • MPhil Physiotherapy
  • PhD Pharmacology
  • PhD Pharmaceutics
  • PhD Nutrition
  • PhD Physiotherapy

Research

Ongoing Research Projects:

1. Maternal, offspring, and seizure outcomes in pregnant women with epilepsy. Researchers: Saba Tariq, Fatima Junaid, John Allotey, Shakila Thangaratinam, Javier Zamora. Funded by: NIHR PGfAR. 

2. Strategies for assessing seizure risks in people with epilepsy: A review of reviews and clinical practice guidelines. Researchers: Fatima Junaid, Saba Tariq, John Allotey, Shakila Thangaratinam, Javier Zamora. Funded by: NIHR PGfAR.

3. Effect of Ibandronate Treatment on serum Apelin, Visfatin, Irisin and Asprosin in Postmenopausal Females with and without fracture. Researchers: Saba Tariq, Sundus Tariq. Funded by: Johns Hopkins University, USA

4. Diagnosis of Osteoporosis based on Bone Mineral Density (BMD) in postmenopausal females leveraging Machine Learning and AdaBoostM1 Algorithm. Researchers: Saba Tariq, Sohail Jabbar, Awais Ahmad. Funded by: King Salman Center for Disability Research.

Research Interests:

  • Women’s Health, endocrinology, medical education. 

Other activities

  • Chair Research Advisory Committee, University Medical and Dental College, The University of Faisalabad.
  • Member program reviewer of MS/ MPhil/ PhD of various universities by Higher Education Commission, Pakistan. 
  • Member research grant reviewer for National Research Program for Universities by Higher Education Commission, Pakistan. 
  • Editor Journal of University Medical and Dental College, The University of Faisalabad. Jumdc.com
  • Member Steering Committee, Office of Research Innovation and Commercialization (ORIC), The University of Faisalabad, Pakistan.

Publications

Recent publications

Article

Kabeya, V, Tariq, S, Delicate, A, Chong, H, Aunger, J, Naidu, H, Dunlop, C, Yates, D, Muthirulandi, A, Muthirulandi, A, Lilford, R, Sobhy, S & Thangaratinam, S 2025, 'Acceptability and use of clinical decision support tools in maternity settings: Systematic review of qualitative studies', European Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Reproductive Biology, vol. 314, 114718. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ejogrb.2025.114718

Olalere, O, Tariq, S, Ajijola, O, Koh, M-D, Crabb, K, Wilson, A, Chatterjee, A, Black, M, Morris, K, Bluett-Duncan, M, Taylor, E, Raju, S, Junaid, F, Bromley, R, Moss, N, Garcia-Finana, M, Craig, J, Wood, A, Weckesser, A, Dyson, J, Nelson-Piercy, C, Denny, E, Roberts, T, McNeill, R, Thangaratinam, S & Allotey, J 2025, 'Associations between epileptic seizures in pregnancy and adverse pregnancy outcomes: A systematic review and meta-analysis', PLoS Medicine, vol. 22, no. 10, e1004580. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pmed.1004580

Ahmad, T, Khan, M, Baig, M, Tariq, S & Tariq, S 2025, 'Breast cancer mortality and prediction trends in Pakistani women: alarming public health concern', Journal of University Medical and Dental College, vol. 16, no. 1, pp. 962-964. https://doi.org/10.37723/jumdc.v16i1.1190

GBD 2023 Demographics Collaborators 2025, 'Global age-sex-specific all-cause mortality and life expectancy estimates for 204 countries and territories and 660 subnational locations, 1950–2023: a demographic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2023', The Lancet, vol. 406, no. 10513, pp. 1731-1810. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0140-6736(25)01330-3

GBD 2023 Causes of Death Collaborators 2025, 'Global burden of 292 causes of death in 204 countries and territories and 660 subnational locations, 1990–2023: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2023', The Lancet, vol. 406, no. 10513, pp. 1811-1872. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0140-6736(25)01917-8

GBD 2021 Adult BMI Collaborators 2025, 'Global, regional, and national prevalence of adult overweight and obesity, 1990–2021, with forecasts to 2050: a forecasting study for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021', The Lancet, vol. 405, no. 10481, pp. 813-838. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0140-6736(25)00355-1

GBD 2021 Adolescent BMI Collaborators 2025, 'Global, regional, and national prevalence of child and adolescent overweight and obesity, 1990–2021, with forecasts to 2050: a forecasting study for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021', The Lancet, vol. 405, no. 10481, pp. 785-812. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0140-6736(25)00397-6

GBD 2023 Vaccine Coverage Collaborators 2025, 'Global, regional, and national trends in routine childhood vaccination coverage from 1980 to 2023 with forecasts to 2030: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2023', The Lancet, vol. 406, no. 10500, pp. 235-260. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0140-6736(25)01037-2

Asif, M, Khan, M & Tariq, S 2025, 'Modeling and Exploring Stillbirth Risks in Northern Pakistan', Healthcare, vol. 13, no. 12, 1436. https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare13121436

GBD 2023 Cancer Collaborators 2025, 'The global, regional, and national burden of cancer, 1990–2023, with forecasts to 2050: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2023', The Lancet, vol. 406, no. 10512, pp. 1565-1586. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0140-6736(25)01635-6

Ahmed, F, Ballout, K, Eldervis, H, Eddin, AC, Tariq, S, Mehmet, N & Mollahaliloglu, S 2025, 'The Practice of Traditional Medicine and Associated Factors in Northwest Syria: A Cross-sectional study', Journal of Health Policy and Outcomes Research, vol. 2025, no. 1, pp. 16-26. https://doi.org/10.7365/JHPOR.2025.1.2

Mubarak, N, Rahman Rana, F, Zahid, T, Ijaz, UEB, Shabbir, A, Ghulam Bari, A, Niaz, B, Kanwal, S, Saif-Ur-rahman, N, Iqbal, Z, Khan, AM, Zin, CS, Mahmood, K, Elnaem, MH & Tariq, S 2024, 'A Cross-Sectional Evaluation of Opioid Dispensing Competencies in Final-Year Pharm-D Students: A Multicenter Study from Punjab, Pakistan', Drug, Healthcare and Patient Safety, vol. 16, pp. 133-144. https://doi.org/10.2147/DHPS.S491717

Editorial

Ali, S, Tariq, S & Tariq, S 2025, 'A call to action; addressing climate change’s impact on maternal and fetal health', Journal of University Medical and Dental College, vol. 16, no. 3, pp. v-vii. https://doi.org/10.37723/jumdc.v16i3.1297

Review article

Junaid, F, Davies, B, Tariq, S, Zamora, J, Moss, N, Black, M, Wilson, A, Dyson, J, Weckesser, A, Craig, J, Bromley, R, Thangaratinam, S & Allotey, J 2025, 'Seizure prediction in pregnant women with epilepsy: An umbrella review of clinical practice guidelines and systematic reviews', European Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Reproductive Biology, vol. 308, pp. 241-250. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ejogrb.2025.03.022

Tariq, S, Jabbar, S, Ahmad, A & Tariq, S 2024, 'Bridging the Gap: A narrative review of osteoporosis disability, adipokines, and the role of AI in postmenopausal women', Pakistan Journal of Medical Sciences, vol. 40, no. 7, pp. 1572-1577. https://doi.org/10.12669/pjms.40.7.9072

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