SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
Goal 3: Good health and well-being
General Information
At Nazarbayev University School of Medicine (NU School of Medicine), we systematically advance health and well-being by pairing world-class education with applied research and real-world clinical partnerships. We lead initiatives that enhance the quality of medical training, support healthcare-system development, and promote equitable access to care for all segments of the population.
Working alongside the Ministry of Healthcare of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the University Medical Center Corporate Fund (UMC), the National Olympic Committee of Kazakhstan, leading pharmaceutical partner Roche, and international institutions such as the World Health Organization (WHO), Yale University, and our strategic partner, the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, we deliver regional screening missions, joint training programmes, and breakthrough studies that raise the national standard of care.
Guided by Sustainable Development Goal 3 – Good Health and Well-being, our programmes widen access to quality healthcare, strengthen Kazakhstan’s health workforce, and share proven solutions with global partners.
Working alongside the Ministry of Healthcare of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the University Medical Center Corporate Fund (UMC), the National Olympic Committee of Kazakhstan, leading pharmaceutical partner Roche, and international institutions such as the World Health Organization (WHO), Yale University, and our strategic partner, the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, we deliver regional screening missions, joint training programmes, and breakthrough studies that raise the national standard of care.
Guided by Sustainable Development Goal 3 – Good Health and Well-being, our programmes widen access to quality healthcare, strengthen Kazakhstan’s health workforce, and share proven solutions with global partners.
Current Collaborations with Health Institutions
NU SOM engages in strategic partnerships to drive innovation, enhance clinical training, and expand access to healthcare services at local, national, and international levels.
- Local & National Collaborations
- University Medical Center (UMC) – clinical training site and healthcare provider for NU SOM students and staff.
- Ministry of Health of the Republic of Kazakhstan – joint initiatives on workforce planning, public health, and postgraduate training.
- National Scientific Centers & Hospitals – rotation and research partners for clinical faculty and residents.
- Global Collaborations
- University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine (UPMC) – strategic academic partner in curriculum development, faculty exchange, and joint research.
- International accreditation bodies – collaboration on program standards and quality assurance.
Health Outreach Programs
NU SOM plays an active role in community engagement by organizing health awareness campaigns, volunteer initiatives, and medical outreach activities.
Key Programs Include:
Key Programs Include:
- Free Health Screenings for vulnerable populations (in partnership with local clinics and NGOs)
- Student Volunteering Initiatives under Red Crescent and Public Health Clubs (e.g., Blood Drives, Anti-Smoking Campaigns)
- Awareness Seminars on topics such as reproductive health, cancer prevention, and healthy ageing
- Medical Education Workshops for schoolchildren and local communities
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