History
- The KMU was established through the Khyber Medical University Act 2006 with the vision of improving the quality of education in medical and health sciences within the region.
- It was founded to consolidate and harmonize medical education, research, and health training in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Faculties and Institutes
- Institute of Basic Medical Sciences (IBMS): Deals with postgraduate studies in anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, pathology, and others.
- Institute of Health Professions Education and Research (IHPE&R): Provides specialty training in medical education and research technique.
- KMU Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS): Offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses in medicine.
- KMU Institute of Nursing Sciences (INS): Provides courses in nursing to improve healthcare provision.
- Institute of Public Health and Social Sciences (IPH&SS): Educates students in public health practice and research.
- KMU Institute of Physical Therapy (IPT): Is dedicated to physical therapy and rehabilitation sciences.
- KMU Institute of Medical Lab Technology (IMLT): Trains in medical lab technology.
- KMU Institute of Paramedical Sciences (IPMS): Provides education in paramedical and allied health sciences.
Programs Offered
- Undergraduate: MBBS, BDS, BS in Nursing, Physiotherapy, Public Health, and Allied Health Sciences.
- Postgraduate: MD, MS, MPhil, and Ph.D. degrees in various fields.
- Diplomas and Certifications: In medical specialties.
Affiliated Colleges
- KMU affiliates many public and private medical and dental colleges of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, providing standardized education and exams.
Key Features
- Research and Innovation: KMU focuses on research through its different institutes and joint ventures with national and international organizations.
- Healthcare Services: Collaborates with hospitals and healthcare facilities for hands-on training.
- Modern Facilities: State-of-the-art laboratories, libraries, and e-learning facilities.
Vision and Mission
- Vision: KMU dreams to become a center of excellence for medical education, research, and healthcare services.
- Mission: Its mission is to produce capable, caring, and ethical health professionals who can address the region’s demands.
Impact
- Since its inception, KMU has been instrumental in enhancing healthcare education and facilities in Pakistan, especially in the underdeveloped regions of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and the surrounding regions.
Basic Medical Sciences (IBMS)
- Dr. Zilli Huma – Associate Professor
- Dr. Najma Baseer – Associate Professor
- Dr. Najeeb Ullah – Associate Professor
- Dr. Rubina Nazli – Professor
- Dr. Nawshad Muhammad – Professor
Public Health & Social Sciences (IPH&SS)
- Prof. Dr. Zia Ul Haq – Professor
- Dr. Khalid Rehman – Head of Department
- Dr. Abdul Jalil Khan – Professor
- Dr. Naveed Sadiq – Associate Professor
- Dr. Kashif Ali – Associate Professor
Nursing Sciences (INS)
- Muhammad Iqbal – Lecturer
- Muhammad Zubair – Assistant Professor
- Imran Inayat – Assistant Professor
- Sardar Ali – Lecturer
Pharmaceutical Sciences (IPS)
- Dr. Sami Siraj – Head of Department
- Dr. Shakir Ullah – Assistant Professor
- Dr. Haji Bahadar – Assistant Professor
- Dr. Muhammad Ikram – Assistant Professor
Contact Information
- Main Campus Address: Khyber Medical University, Phase 5, Hayatabad, Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan.
- Phone: +92 91 9217703
- Fax: +92 91 9217704
- Email: info@kmu.edu.pk
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