Before independence, the university was owned by a notable Hindu family who started Balak Ram hospital in the building. Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, is a medical institution founded, during the pre-partition period and till now is serving as an affiliated hospital with the university. The purpose of setting –up Fatima Jinnah medical college is to teach and train female doctors and post-graduate students and to provide healthcare facilities to Lahore and surrounding residents. Currently, about 1500 students are enrolled in this HEC recognized university. The degree is granted by the University of Punjab, recognized by Pakistan Medical and Dental Council and College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan. The Health Department of Pakistan has given the status of the Medical University to Fatima Jinnah medical college on June 30, 2015 and the principal ‎Dr.