Kabul Medical University
Kabul Medical University
Kabul Medical University (pronunciation: kah-bool med-i-kuhl yoo-nuh-vur-si-tee), also known as KMU, is a prominent medical educational institution located in Kabul, the capital city of Afghanistan.
Etymology
The name "Kabul Medical University" is derived from its location in Kabul city and its focus on medical education. The term "Kabul" is of Persian origin, meaning "hill", while "Medical University" signifies the institution's primary focus on medical and health sciences education.
History
Kabul Medical University was established in the year 1932. It is one of the oldest institutions for higher education in Afghanistan. The university has been a significant contributor to the medical profession in the country, producing a large number of physicians and medical researchers over the years.
Courses and Departments
Kabul Medical University offers a variety of courses in the field of medicine, dentistry, nursing, and pharmacy. The university is divided into several departments, each focusing on a specific area of medical education. These include the Department of Anatomy, Department of Biochemistry, Department of Physiology, Department of Pathology, and many others.
Affiliations
Kabul Medical University is affiliated with various hospitals in Kabul, providing practical training and clinical experience to its students. These affiliations also facilitate medical research, contributing to advancements in the medical field.
Related Terms
- Medical education: The education related to the practice of being a medical practitioner, either the initial training to become a physician or further training thereafter.
- Physician: A professional who practices medicine, which is concerned with promoting, maintaining, or restoring health through the study, diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment of disease, injury, and other physical and mental impairments.
- Medical researcher: A scientist who performs medical research with the aim of improving health in humans.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Kabul Medical University
- Wikipedia's article - Kabul Medical University
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