South Kazakhstan State Medical Academy

South Kazakhstan State Medical Academy (SKSMA) is a public medical university in Shymkent, Kazakhstan, founded in 1979. It is recognized by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the World Health Organization. Here is some more information about SKSMA:

- SKSMA has seven faculties that offer a wide range of programs in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, nursing, public health, and biotechnology. SKSMA also offers MBA programs in hospital management in collaboration with Parkway College in Singapore and Duke University in the USA.
- SKSMA has more than 11,000 students, including about 1,000 international students from 30 countries. SKSMA also has more than 1,500 faculty members, many of whom have academic degrees and titles.
- SKSMA has a modern campus with well-equipped facilities, such as libraries, laboratories, clinics, sports centers, dormitories, and canteens. SKSMA also provides various services and support for students, such as scholarships, counseling, cultural events, and academic mobility.
- SKSMA is actively involved in international cooperation and partnerships with universities and organizations from Europe, Asia, and America. SKSMA is a member of several international associations and networks, such as the Magna Charta Universitatum, the International Research Journal for Medical Students, and the Cochrane Library.
- SKSMA has a reputation for excellence in research and innovation, especially in the fields of biotechnology, nanotechnology, oncology, and cardiology. SKSMA participates in various national and international projects and grants, such as the Bolashak program, the World Health Organization, and the Ministry of Healthcare of Kazakhstan.