ISLAMABAD Jan 30 (TNS): The private residence of Dr. Ruth Pfau situated in Mary Adelaide Leprosy Centre (MALC) Karachi, has now been turned into a Dr. Ruth Pfau Museum showcasing her personal possessions.
According to a report aired by a private news channel, the step was taken to recognize the efforts made by Dr. Pfau to eliminate leprosy in Pakistan.
The German-Pakistani doctor who passed away last year in Karachi at the age of 87 was given a state funeral. Following her death efforts have been made to preserve her belongings.
Mohamad Iqbal, who has been collecting Dr. Pfau’s personal articles for the museum says the process took well over a month. “There were many articles that were present in various departments, so to collect those and bring them together at one place took some time,” said Iqbal.
“Following her death, we thought about converting her private quarters into a museum” said CEO MALC, Mervyn Lobo. “Whatever items that reminded us of her, including her possessions, are showcased here for everyone to see,” he said.
A guest book has also been placed at the museum for visitors to share their memories and comments.
Patients being treated at the MALC also visited Dr. Pfau’s home that has now been converted into a museum to honor the woman they had come to know as their savior.
