Tashkent Medical Academy

Program Description

The undergraduate program in medicine at the Tashkent Medical Academy lasts for 6 years and leads to the award of a medical degree "Physician (General Medicine)”.

Curriculum

The 6-year program is divided into two parts: pre-clinical and clinical studies. The pre-clinical years (years 1-2) focus on the study of fundamental subjects such as anatomy, biochemistry, physiology, and pharmacology. The clinical years (years 3-6) involve the study of specialized medical subjects like pediatrics, surgery, obstetrics and gynecology, and internal medicine.

Clinical studies begin in the second year, where students gain practical experience in nursing patients. Clinical subjects are taught from the third year onwards, providing students with hands-on experience in various medical specialties.

Language of Instruction

The medium of instruction at the Tashkent Medical Academy is English, Russian and Uzbek. This allows students to develop their language skills and prepares them for an international medical career.

Career Opportunities

Upon successful completion of the 6-year program and passing the state exams, graduates are awarded a medical degree. This opens up a wide range of career opportunities in various fields, including:

1. Research: Graduates can pursue research careers in medical institutions, universities, or research centers.
2. Academic Medicine: They can teach and conduct research at medical universities or colleges.
3. Health:Graduates can work in government health departments, non-governmental organizations, or international health organizations.
4. Medicine: They can practice medicine in hospitals, clinics, or private practices.
5. Specializations: Graduates can specialize in various fields like cardiology, oncology, pediatrics, surgery, pathology, and many others.

The medical degree awarded by the Tashkent Medical Academy is recognized internationally, allowing graduates to pursue careers in various countries around the world.

Entry Requirements

For entry requirements, please visit the Rules of Admission page on the Tashkent Medical Academy's website.

Internship Duration and Timing

1. The internship is a mandatory 1-year component of the MBBS program in Uzbekistan.
2. It is typically completed after the 5-year MBBS curriculum, making the total duration of the MBBS program 6 years.
3. The internship usually begins immediately after the completion of the 5-year MBBS course

Internship Rotations

During the internship year, students rotate through various departments in the hospital, such as:

1. Internal Medicine
2. Surgery
3. Pediatrics
4. Obstetrics and Gynecology
5. Emergency Medicine
6. The duration of each rotation is usually 2-3 months
7. Students gain hands-on experience in patient care under the supervision of senior doctors.

Evaluation and Certification

1. Students are evaluated throughout the internship based on their performance, attendance, and professionalism
2. Successful completion of the internship is mandatory to be eligible for the final MBBS degree
3. Upon completing the internship, students are awarded the MBBS degree, which is recognized worldwide

Importance of the Internship

1. The internship provides Indian students with an opportunity to apply their medical knowledge in a real-world clinical setting
2. It helps develop essential skills such as patient interaction, clinical decision making, and teamwork
3. The internship experience is crucial for students to transition from medical school to becoming practicing physicians