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About ZQSI

Who Are We?

Zeenat Qureshi Stroke Institutes (ZQSI) is a U.S.-based non-profit advancing stroke prevention, education, and research in honor of Zeenat Qureshi's belief in the transformative power of learning.

The organization brings together clinical leadership, global collaboration, and practical programs designed to improve stroke awareness, care access, and evidence-based treatment.

Research Programs that connect clinical evidence to real-world stroke care.
Education Training, publishing, and public awareness initiatives across settings.
Global Reach Collaborators and partners supporting stroke systems in multiple regions.

Our Motto

With our motto "Together we can conquer stroke" we strive to bring people together to raise awareness, advocate for better policies, and support research that can transform the lives of those affected by stroke. Our non-profit is dedicated to improving the lives of stroke survivors and their families, and to honoring the legacy of Zeenat Qureshi, late mother of Dr. Adnan Qureshi by advancing education and research in stroke prevention and treatment.

What Guides Us

Mission, vision, and goals built for action

These principles shape how ZQSI approaches research, collaboration, and practical stroke-care improvement.

Our Mission

To collaborate with medical professionals, researchers, and community organizations to increase awareness about stroke, its risk factors, and preventive measures.

Our Vision

To expand our knowledge base and contribute to the global effort to prevent unnecessary death and disability associated with this devastating condition.

Our Goal

To be a leading voice in stroke research and education, and to inspire others to join us in this important work. If you're passionate about advancing this field, we invite you to join us on this journey.

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At a Glance

Snapshots from conferences, team milestones, and international engagements that show how ZQSI's work translates into people, partnerships, and presence on the ground.

Our Team

Dr Queshi
Dr Farid Suri
Ali Suri

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Our Collaborators and Advisors

Mentors, advisory collaborators, international collaborators, and advisors helping ZQSI grow research, education, and stroke-system capacity across regions.

Dr Jose Navarro
Dr Emrah Aytac
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CG
EG

Global Network

Our International Collaborations

Explore partner institutions that are helping ZQSI advance stroke awareness, research, and care across regions.

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Selected Initiatives

Our Projects

Selected journals, clinical tools, and care-delivery initiatives that turn stroke research into practical action.

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Journal External Site

Healthcare Research Journal (HCRJ)

ZQSI's open-access journal supports interdisciplinary publication and peer review.

A dedicated platform for clinicians and researchers working across diagnosis, treatment, and evidence-based care.

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Care Delivery External Site

International Stroke Coordination Center (ISCC)

A stroke-system initiative focused on implementation, monitoring, and structured training.

Through APPNA and hospital collaboration, ISCC helps formalize evidence-based stroke workflows and raise care standards in Pakistan.

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Clinical Tool External Site

JR-ZQSI-NICHE Hemorrhage Evaluation

A practical intracerebral hemorrhage support program grounded in published management algorithms.

Built around bedside decision support, including GCS and ICH volume guidance for clinical use.