Founded in October 1990 and renamed in March 1991 after the renowned scholar Abu Ali ibn Sina, BSMI is a key public medical institution in Bukhara focused on producing highly qualified medical professionals.
Established:
October 1990 (as Institute); renamed March 1991.
Programs Offered:
General Medicine – 6 years (5 years + 1-year internship)
MBBS – 5-year Bachelor + 1-year internship
Dentistry – 5 years
Pharmacy – 5 years
Pediatrics – 6 years
Medical Pedagogy, Medical Biology, Medical Prevention, Traditional Medicine, and Nursing.
Recognition:
Accredited by Uzbekistan’s Ministry of Education & Science
Listed in WHO, WDOMS, FAIMER/IMED, ECFMG
Recognized by NMC/MCI (India), PMC (Pakistan), and MCC (Canada)
Highlights:
Over 8,500 students & residents, including ~1,700 international students; 480 faculty (including 50 Doctors of Sciences)
Modern teaching infrastructure: clinics, simulation center, vivarium, gyms, dorms (1,200 beds)
Offers programs in Uzbek, Russian, English, and Turkish
Recognized as a top-10 university in national rankings; international student body present
Eligibility Criteria:
Completion of secondary education (Grade 12) in PCB.