PIMS carries 963 of 1,249 empty clinical roles in capital
Federal Health Minister Syed Mustafa Kamal told the Senate that PIMS, the Polyclinic and Federal General Hospital leave nearly a third of approved doctor, nurse and paramedic roles empty as patient volumes climb.
Three Islamabad federal hospitals have 1,249 unfilled doctor, nurse and paramedic roles.
PIMS accounts for 963 openings; the Polyclinic 239; Federal General Hospital 47.
Only 2,548 of 3,797 sanctioned posts in these categories are currently occupied.
Gazetted hiring is advancing via the FPSC; non-gazetted clearance is sought for 2026-27.
Outpatient and emergency visits at PIMS and the Polyclinic rose between 2023-24 and 2025-26.