Shahid Syed Nazrul Islam Medical College

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Medical college in Kishoreganj, Bangladesh


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Shahid Syed Nazrul Islam Medical College is a public medical school located in Kishoreganj District, Bangladesh. It is named after Syed Nazrul Islam, the acting president of the Provisional Government of Bangladesh during the Bangladesh Liberation War in 1971. The college is affiliated with the University of Dhaka and offers a five-year MBBS program.

History[edit | edit source]

The establishment of Shahid Syed Nazrul Islam Medical College was part of the government's initiative to expand medical education in Bangladesh. The college was inaugurated in 2011, with the aim of providing quality medical education and healthcare services to the people of Kishoreganj and surrounding areas. The first batch of students was admitted in 2011, and the college has since grown in both size and reputation.

Campus[edit | edit source]

The college campus is located in the heart of Kishoreganj town, providing easy access to students and faculty. The campus includes academic buildings, a library, laboratories, and a hospital. The hospital serves as a teaching hospital for the students and provides healthcare services to the local community.

Academics[edit | edit source]

The academic program at Shahid Syed Nazrul Islam Medical College is designed to provide comprehensive medical education. The curriculum includes basic sciences, clinical sciences, and community medicine. Students undergo rigorous training in various medical disciplines, preparing them for careers in healthcare.

Departments[edit | edit source]

The college has several departments, including:

  • Department of Anatomy
  • Department of Physiology
  • Department of Biochemistry
  • Department of Pharmacology
  • Department of Pathology
  • Department of Microbiology
  • Department of Forensic Medicine
  • Department of Community Medicine
  • Department of Medicine
  • Department of Surgery
  • Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
  • Department of Pediatrics

Student Life[edit | edit source]

Students at Shahid Syed Nazrul Islam Medical College are encouraged to participate in extracurricular activities alongside their academic pursuits. The college hosts various cultural events, sports competitions, and seminars to promote a well-rounded education.

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