India Invests in Kyrgyzstan to Make it a Promising Centre for Medical Education
Kyrgyzstan is becoming an emerging center of medical education, especially for Indian medical students. The perspectives and choices of Indian students regarding medical education abroad are drastically changing. Instead of going to traditional countries like Russia, Ukraine, and the Philippines, students are now opting for countries that are safer and more secure. In this context, Kyrgyzstan’s name has emerged rapidly. It is a peace-loving and stable country in Central Asia, which has established itself as a reliable and safe center of medical education for Indian students. Indian investors have played an important role in this change. By establishing modern institutions for medical education in Kyrgyzstan, Indian investors ensured that quality education and an advanced curriculum were provided to meet international standards.
Indian investment has shaped the quality and structure of education to international standards.
The Indian medical enthusiasts have invested heavily in Kyrgyzstan for the upliftment of education and infrastructural standards among all the top universities. Our Founder Dr. Phani Bhushan has been one such visionary who has been actively working towards the welfare of the students pursuing medicine in Kyrgyzstan.
The International Higher School of Medicine (IHSM) stands out as a reliable option where more than 6000 Indian students are studying currently. The college provides courses based on NMC standards, and facilities like Indian food make students feel at home away from home.
One of these institutions is the International Higher School of Medicine (IHSM) located in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, established in 2003 which has become a reliable option among Indian students. More than 16,000 students graduated from this institute, out of which more than 6,000 are Indians. The college provides courses based on the standards set by the National Medical Commission of India (NMC), including a total duration of 5.5 years, compulsory internships, and courses taught in the English language.
IHSM is globally recognized and accredited by institutions such as WHO, FAIMER, and ECFMG, making its students eligible for international examinations such as USMLE and PLAB. Students get to experience practical applications of their theoretical concepts in advanced training facilities and hospitals in Kyrgyzstan. The institute also helps students prepare for the MRCP (UK).
Having an FMGE success rate of over 60%, IHSM proves to be the center of excellence and advanced medical studies in Kyrgyzstan. Facilities like Indian food, safe hostels, educational advice, and cultural environment are available for Indian students, which gives them a home-like experience abroad as well.
The admission process at IHSM, Kyrgyzstan is completely transparent and takes place directly through the institution making it trustworthy among students and parents.
Many students have faced mental and academic disturbances in other countries due to language problems and course inconsistency. Moreover, the quality of education, administrative support, and security system has not been satisfactory. The scenario in Kyrgyzstan is the opposite. Both the government and the institute are committed to providing safety and convenience for the students.
In this context, a parent Manish Malik, whose son has started medical studies in Kyrgyzstan, says:-
“I have sent my son to study in Kyrgyzstan and the experience so far has been extremely positive. The atmosphere here is peaceful, the quality of education is good and the safety of students is also taken care of. I have a humble appeal to the Government of India that trusts countries like Kyrgyzstan to be included in the official medical education advice list. Also, a permanent help desk should be arranged here at the Indian Embassy to assist Indian students, so that students and their relatives can get immediate help in any emergency. ”
These Positive reviews and positive feedback ensure that the Indian investors have created a level of trust and credibility by conducting medical studies in Kyrgyzstan.