International School Of Medicine

The International School of Medicine (ISM) in Kyrgyzstan is a prominent educational institution established in 2003 as part of the International University of Kyrgyzstan. It is located in Bishkek, the capital city, and offers high-quality medical education tailored to international standards. ISM is recognized by major global medical councils, including WHO, ECFMG, and MCI/NMC, making its graduates eligible for licensing exams worldwide. With a diverse student body from over 20 countries, the school fosters a multicultural learning environment. ISM emphasizes practical and research-oriented training, equipping students with the skills and knowledge required to excel in the global healthcare sector.

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Programs of International School of Medicine

  • Basic Medical education (5 years)

  • Post-graduate specialization residency (3 years)

  • Ph.D. studies (3 years)

  • Doctoral studies (4–5 years)

Basic Medical Education

General Medicine – 5 years of studies for school graduates with 12 years of educational experience (mostly for British Commonwealth citizens). This program is implemented with English as the language of instruction. The program in Kyrgyzstan is conducted using integrated and module-based teaching technology introduced in Kyrgyzstan with the technical support of the World Health Organization.

Post Graduate Studies (Residency Program, 3 years)

Are conducted in a broad range of specialties including gynecology, surgery, traumatology, orthopedics, pediatrics, therapy, and others. The program includes practical and non-clinical training programs for the degrees of physician-laboratory assistant and clinical residents.

Scientific Research Programs

Are offered in various fields, including preparation of dissertations leading to scientific degrees of Candidate of Medical Sciences (equivalent to a Master’s or Ph.D. studies). “Doctor of Medical Sciences” awards are conducted at DOCTORAL/Ph.D. LEVEL

Why To Choose ISM

Amongst many of the reasons that make us your choice, the following are a few to mention:

  • First institute in CIS countries to launch MD Physician programme in English medium 5-year course duration.

  • First institute to offer coaching of MCI, USMLE, AMC, and other global medical license examinations from the first year itself, thus making us able to produce the best results worldwide in the recent past.

  • Offer affordable fee structure worldwide.

  • Offer private bus service for local transportation.

  • 24×7 government and private security for healthy and secure accommodations.

  • We have tried to build a home away from home with meals cooked by Indian cooks, clothes washed, and ironed.

  • Students who will continue in the top 5 positions and for excellent academic performance from 1st to 3rd years, their tuition fees for the 4th and 5th years will be free.

  • ISM is listed in world directories of medical schools published by WHO and also listed in the Medical Council of India (MCI) as per rules and regulations to take admission abroad.

  • Separate girls and boys hostels with Indian caretakers.
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