International Higher School of Medicine, Kyrgyzstan

International Higher School
of Medicine

Overview

About The University

International Higher School of Medicine (IHSM), based in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, was established in 2003. It is a globally recognized medical university offering an English-medium MBBS program tailored for international students. IHSM has rapidly gained prominence for its practical clinical training, robust infrastructure, and accreditations from world medical bodies, making it a preferred choice for students from India, Pakistan, and other Asian countries.

Key Highlights

Quick Facts About the University

Year of Establishment

Established in 2003 in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.

Location

Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.

Type of university

Private Medical University IHSM operates as a private institution recognized by Kyrgyzstan’s Ministry of Education and national accreditation agencies AAOPO and IAAR.

Official Recognition

The university holds multiple prestigious recognitions and accreditations:

Recognized by Ministry of Education and Science, Kyrgyz Republic 
Listed in WHO’s World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS)
Accredited by WHO, WFME, FAIMER, AMEE, AMSE, ORPHEUS, AMSA, IFMSA, ECFMG, NMC (India), BMDC (Bangladesh), PMDC (Pakistan), NMDC (Nepal), GMC (UK), AMC (Australia).

Top Ranking

Top-ranked private medical university in Kyrgyzstan. National rankings: 1st in 2019, 2020; 4th in 2021; 3rd in 2022. International (IAAR Eurasian): 28th in 2021; 19th in 2022. Awarded “Best Medical University in Central Asia 2022”.

Courses Offered

The institute offers a range of programs in medical and health sciences:

Undergraduate: MBBS (5 years academic + 1-year internship)
Postgraduate: Residency in Therapy, Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Pediatrics, Family Medicine
Master’s in Public Health and PhD programs.

Infrastructure & Facilities

The institute is equipped with modern infrastructure, including:

Central campus in Bishkek; Issyk-Kul campus opened in 2017
Clinical Simulation Center, morphological lab, interactive Pirogov table, digital classrooms
VEDANTA medical clinic and network of affiliated hospitals (20+), more than 8 clinics
Modern hostel, sports, and social infrastructure across campuses.

International Preference:

The University is increasingly becoming a preferred choice for international students due to:

Exclusively for international students (India, Pakistan, UK, South Korea, Nepal, Bangladesh, Maldives, etc.)
Full MBBS in English; Russian/Kyrgyz optional for clinical rotations
FMGE/NExT coaching from early years provided by Indian faculty
Indian mess, visa assistance, streamlined admissions process.

Global Opportunities

The global opportunity of the institute are as follow:

Graduates eligible for FMGE (India), USMLE (USA), PLAB (UK), NLE, NEXT
Many alumni pursue postgraduate studies at universities in USA, Netherlands, and more
Diverse placement in countries including India, UK, USA, Canada, Germany, Japan, Korea.

Medium of Teaching:

MBBS instruction is entirely in English, with Russian/Kyrgyz offered to support clinical practice in local hospitals.

MBBS Duration

5 years academic + 1-year internship = total 6 years.

Intake Time

Two intakes per year: January and September.

Faculty Strength

IHSM employs over 350 faculty members, including 39 MDs and 164 PhDs from Kyrgyzstan and multiple countries; internationally recognized teaching staff.