Message from Dean

Barry Palatnik, Ed.D

Assistant Professor

Short Names: SOM, Medicine, Medical School

Year of Establishment

Established in 1978, the School of Medicine was founded to address healthcare challenges by training qualified medical professionals and advancing clinical practice, research, and community health services in South Sudan.

About the School

The School of Medicine is committed to training highly competent healthcare professionals who can respond to the country’s health needs. It provides comprehensive medical education that integrates classroom learning, laboratory practice, and clinical training. The School plays a crucial role in improving healthcare systems by producing doctors capable of diagnosing, treating, and preventing diseases. Students benefit from hands-on experience in hospitals and community health programs, which prepares them for real-life medical situations. The curriculum emphasizes professionalism, ethics, and patient-centered care. In addition to teaching, the School engages in medical research aimed at addressing local and global health challenges. Graduates contribute significantly to improving healthcare services, reducing disease burden, and promoting public health. The School remains a cornerstone in developing a strong and sustainable healthcare system in South Sudan.

Specializations You Would Acquire

General Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, Internal Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Community Medicine, Clinical Practice, Medical Research, Public Health, Diagnostics, Emergency Medicine, Preventive Medicine, Epidemiology, and Patient Care Management.

Mission

To train competent, ethical, and compassionate medical professionals through quality education, clinical practice, and research that address healthcare challenges, improve patient outcomes, and strengthen health systems while promoting community well-being and advancing medical knowledge in South Sudan and beyond.

Vision

To be a leading medical institution recognized for excellence in education, research, and healthcare service, producing highly skilled professionals committed to improving health outcomes, advancing medical innovation, and ensuring equitable access to quality healthcare for communities locally, regionally, and globally.

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