Rafsanjan University of Medical Sciences

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Rafsanjan University of Medical Sciences (RUMS) is a public medical university located in Rafsanjan, Kerman Province, Iran. The university is dedicated to providing education and research in the field of medical sciences and healthcare.

History[edit | edit source]

Rafsanjan University of Medical Sciences was established in 1986 with the aim of training healthcare professionals and conducting medical research. Over the years, it has grown to become one of the prominent medical universities in Iran.

Faculties and Departments[edit | edit source]

RUMS comprises several faculties and departments, each specializing in different areas of medical sciences:

Faculty of Medicine
Faculty of Dentistry
Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery
Faculty of Health
Faculty of Paramedical Sciences

Faculty of Medicine[edit | edit source]

The Faculty of Medicine offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs in various medical disciplines. It is responsible for training future doctors and conducting research in clinical and basic medical sciences.

Faculty of Dentistry[edit | edit source]

The Faculty of Dentistry provides education and training in dental sciences. It offers programs leading to degrees in dentistry and conducts research in oral health and dental care.

Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery[edit | edit source]

This faculty focuses on training nurses and midwives. It offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs in nursing and midwifery, aiming to improve healthcare services in the region.

Faculty of Health[edit | edit source]

The Faculty of Health offers programs in public health, environmental health, and occupational health. It is dedicated to promoting health and preventing diseases through education and research.

Faculty of Paramedical Sciences[edit | edit source]

This faculty provides education and training in various paramedical fields, including laboratory sciences, radiology, and physiotherapy.

Research Centers[edit | edit source]

RUMS is home to several research centers that focus on different aspects of medical sciences and healthcare:

Research Center for Social Determinants of Health
Research Center for Environmental Health
Research Center for Infectious Diseases
Research Center for Non-Communicable Diseases

Hospitals and Clinics[edit | edit source]

Rafsanjan University of Medical Sciences operates several hospitals and clinics that provide healthcare services to the community and serve as training sites for students:

Ali Ibn Abi Talib Hospital
Moradi Hospital
Shohada Hospital

Notable Alumni[edit | edit source]

RUMS has produced many notable alumni who have made significant contributions to the field of medical sciences and healthcare.

References[edit | edit source]

External Links[edit | edit source]

Official website

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