Kyrgyz State Medical Academy

The Kyrgyz State Medical Academy (KSMA) is a prestigious and well-established medical school in Kyrgyzstan, located in the capital city of Bishkek. It was founded in 1939 and is the first medical university in the history of Kyrgyzstan¹. It offers various undergraduate and postgraduate programs in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, nursing, public health, and biomedical sciences. It also has a military faculty that trains medical personnel for the armed forces.

KSMA has a highly qualified and experienced faculty of more than 540 members, many of whom are renowned scientists and doctors in their fields. The academy has a modern infrastructure and facilities, including laboratories, libraries, clinics, and research centers. It also has partnerships and collaborations with many international organizations and universities, such as the World Health Organization, the International Medical Education Directory, and the Medical Council of India.

KSMA is recognized by various national and international bodies, such as the Ministry of Education and Science of Kyrgyzstan, the Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan, the World Federation for Medical Education, and the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates. It is also accredited by the Independent Agency for Accreditation and Rating of Kyrgyzstan. The graduates of KSMA are eligible to appear for various licensing exams, such as the United States Medical Licensing Examination, the Professional and Linguistic Assessments Board test, and the New Zealand Registration Examination.

KSMA is a popular destination for foreign students, especially from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, and other Asian countries, who wish to pursue their medical education at an affordable cost and high quality. The academy provides a friendly and multicultural environment for the students, as well as various cultural and sports activities. The academy also offers assistance in visa, accommodation, and other services for the international students.