Diploma in Digital Health (DDH) by LUMS and HSA
The Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) and Health Services Academy (HSA) with support from Shalamar Medical and Dental College (SMDC) offer The Diploma in Digital Health (DDH), Pakistan’s premier digital health education program tailored for healthcare professionals seeking to lead in digital health, AI in clinical practice, health informatics, and healthcare data science.
With the global digital health market projected to exceed $946 billion by 2030, there is a pressing need for clinicians, hospital administrators, and public health experts to master digital tools and technologies that transform care delivery.
This hybrid diploma program is built on the international Digital Health Competencies in Medical Education (DECODE) framework, which is an evidence-informed, consensus-guided, adaptable digital health competencies framework for the design and development of digital health curricula in medical institutions globally.
Why Choose the Digital Health Diploma at LUMS?
- Global Standards, Local Relevance: Anchored in the DECODE framework, adapted for healthcare in Pakistan
- AI & Data Science in Healthcare: Learn how to use artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data analytics in clinical settings
- Digital Health Literacy: Master virtual care delivery, patient education, and inclusive digital design
- Health Information Systems Training: Build fluency in EHRs, interoperability, and cybersecurity for healthcare.
- Capstone Project: Implement a digital health intervention tailored to your clinical or institutional setting
- Pathway to Master’s Programs: Earn 18 credit hours that are fully transferrable towards relevant Master’s programs
Who Should Apply?
This program is ideal for:
- Health Educators Teaching in Medical Universities
- Medical students at the undergraduate and graduate levels
- Medical doctors (MBBS) and licensed clinicians in Pakistan
- Health professionals in public health or digital health
- Future physicians/doctors who need to be equipped with digital health competencies Future Medicine
- Individuals interested in health technology, telehealth, and AI in healthcare
- Medical educators and curriculum designers who need to integrate digital health training into medical curricula
- Professionals from medical institutions schools that need to design, develop and implement digital health curricula
Program Details
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Orientation | January 22, 2027 |
| Location | LUMS Learning Institute + Online |
| Duration | 1 Year (Part-Time) |
| Mode | Hybrid (Online or In Person) |
| Weekly Commitment | 5 hours per week |
| Total Credits | 18 (transferrable to Masters programs) |
| Capstone Project | Yes |
| Assessment | Assignments (40%) + Participation (20%) + Capstone (40%) |
| Standard Fee | PKR 560,000/- (payable in installments via Kalpay) |
| Class Schedule | Fridays & Saturdays (5:30 PM to 7:30 PM) |
| Registration Deadline | January 1, 2027 |
To Apply, you need:
Click here to access the registration link and submit the following:
- Statement of Purpose
- Last awarded Degree
Discounts and Benefits
- All CHPE and DHEP alumni of the LUMS Learning Institute (LLI) are eligible for an exclusive 10% alumni discount on the Diploma in Digital Health program.
- LUMS Alumni are entitled to a 5% discount.
- 5% group discount is available for a minimum of 3 candidates applying together.
- 10% group discount is available for a minimum of 5 candidates applying together.
To avail the discounts, please email: lli@lums.edu.pk
Pay via Installment
KalPay Taleem offers installment plans for DDH. Sign up to apply for the installment facility now. For any queries, feel free to reach out to us via WhatsApp at 0328 3044414. (Office hours: 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM).
If you choose to opt for the Kalpay installments plan, this is what your payment structure will look like:
- PKR 224,000/- Down payment at the time of registration
- PKR 65,833/- approx. Monthly payment for 6 months
Contact Us
For any further information and queries, please contact:
Email: lli@lums.edu.pk
Phone: 0313-LUMSLLI (5867554)
