Dr. Kiran Hilal

Dr. Hilal, MBBS, FCPS, EDiPR, EDiPNR, is an Associate Professor of Radiology and pediatric radiologist with subspecialty expertise in pediatric neuroradiology. Based at Aga Khan University Hospital and Aga Khan University Medical College in Karachi, Dr. Hilal serves as Vice Chair of Clinical Services in the Department of Radiology, as well as a consultant pediatric radiologist and faculty radiologist. Clinical practice is focused on pediatric radiology, pediatric neuroradiology, and advanced multimodality imaging for children. Dr. Hilal’s research interests center on pediatric neuroimaging, artificial intelligence in radiology, and resource-stratified imaging in low- and middle-income settings. A recognized educator and leader, Dr. Hilal received the Amir Sharif Award of Excellence in Clinical Teaching and serves as Associate Program Director of the Pediatric Radiology Fellowship at Aga Khan University Hospital. Dr. Hilal also holds leadership roles as Vice President of the Pediatric Radiological Society of Pakistan, Co-opted Executive Board Member of the Asian Oceanic Society of Pediatric Radiology, and Faculty Member of the Society of Pediatric Neuroimaging. Dr. Hilal earned an MBBS from Hamdard College of Medicine and Dentistry, Hamdard University, and completed residency training in diagnostic radiology at Aga Khan University Hospital, followed by FCPS through the College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan. Dr. Hilal further advanced subspecialty training by earning the European Diploma in Pediatric Radiology and the European Diploma in Pediatric Neuroradiology.