About
Where the story began:
The name ‘Pursukoon’ reflects our core belief in finding inner peace and tranquillity amidst life’s challenges. ‘Pursukoon’ is derived from the Arabic word ‘پرسکون’ (pronounced pur-suh-koon), which translates to tranquil’ or ‘peaceful’ in English.
Our podcast began with a shared vision among a group of passionate individuals from the Southeast Asian community who recognised the urgent need to address mental health challenges in our midst. Drawing from our own personal journeys, cultural backgrounds and scientific research, we came together to create a platform that celebrates resilience, promotes open dialogue, and provides valuable insights into navigating social, psychological, and mental well-being. Our mission is rooted in empathy and a deep understanding of the unique cultural dynamics that influence mental wellness in Southeast Asian contexts.
Meet Our Team!
Dr Shahbaz Khan
After earning his PhD, Dr Shahbaz Khan, a UK resident & overseas Pakistani, has conducted workshops and seminars across multiple medical institutes as a WHO facilitator in the Department of Medical Education. These revolved around behaviour change, implicit bias and positive thinking. He has been a regular visiting lecturer at the Department of Population Sciences & Administration, together with Social Sciences at various Universities in the private and public sectors. As a SOS Children Villages Vice President, he gained excellent exposure to understanding children’s psychology. Dr Khan is affiliated with the Royal Society of Psychiatry and was an associate member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy. With 17+ years of experience in coaching, couple counselling, and re-socialising, he is very enthusiastic to be part of the podcast to uplift society holistically by comprehensively tackling their issues. He wants to assist the South Asian community to make them healthier and happier through.
Executive Officer
Areej Zahra
Hello there, I’m Areej Zahra, and I’m thrilled to welcome you to the ‘Pur-Sukoon Podcast, ‘ where we dive into all things related to mental health and culture! With a background in crisis counselling, healthcare strategy and administration, I’m deeply passionate about mental health awareness and health literacy. Born and raised in Saudi Arabia and proudly Pakistani, I’ve also lived in the US and now call Australia home. Drawing from my educational background in the US, I plan to bring a diverse global perspective to our discussions. Join us for insightful conversations exploring psychology, society, and culture and how they intersect with mental health. Together, let’s break down barriers and create a healthier, happier world, one episode at a time!
Host
Adan Khan
Adan Khan is a medical student deeply engrossed in Neurology & Neurosurgery, Oncology, and the intriguing world of AI/ML. As a World Health Organization Fides Member, he extends my reach beyond borders to tackle medical misinformation.
At AstraZeneca, his role as an Oncology Business Sector ignited a passion for exploring the nexus of healthcare technology and artificial intelligence. It delved deep into researching potential collaborations with health tech and AI companies since he has been involved in several medical start-ups intersecting the MedEd and MedTech domains.
He has also focused on research and is heavily involved in medical academia, supporting others to research through his Diversity In Medical Academia (DIMA) organisation.
He is responsible for researching and providing the lineup-to-date information for the podcast to ensure accurate information for maximum impact.
Research and Content Manager
Umer Farooq
Adan Khan is a medical student deeply engrossed in Neurology & Neurosurgery, Oncology, and the intriguing world of AI/ML. As a World Health Organization Fides Member, he extends my reach beyond borders to tackle medical misinformation.
At AstraZeneca, his role as an Oncology Business Sector ignited a passion for exploring the nexus of healthcare technology and artificial intelligence. It delved deep into researching potential collaborations with health tech and AI companies since he has been involved in several medical start-ups intersecting the MedEd and MedTech domains.
He has also focused on research and is heavily involved in medical academia, supporting others to research through his Diversity In Medical Academia (DIMA) organisation.
He is responsible for researching and providing the lineup-to-date information for the podcast to ensure accurate information for maximum impact.
Project Mnager