Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, Somali National University
Established 1972
Faculty of Medicine and Surgery
Founded in 1972 as a landmark in Somali medical education, producing qualified professionals to serve the community’s health needs.
1972Year the Faculty was established
About the Faculty
Welcome to the Faculty of Medicine and Surgery
The Faculty of Medicine & Surgery is one of the historic and important faculties of Somali National University. Established in 1972, the Faculty marked a major milestone in the development of medical education in Somalia. It was founded with the main purpose of producing qualified medical professionals capable of providing quality healthcare services and responding to the health needs of the Somali population.
Dean’s welcome
Dr. Najib Isse Dirie
Dean, Faculty of Medicine and Surgery
Dr. Najib Isse Dirie leads the Faculty of Medicine and Surgery at Somali National University.
Dean’s pageAcademic departments
Departments and programme areas
Academic programs
Featured programs
The Faculty offers a six-year MBBS programme that includes pre-medical, pre-clinical, para-clinical and clinical training, followed by a compulsory one-year internship.
News, announcements & events
What is happening at the Faculty
Research & publications
Research & scholarship
Research at the Faculty sits within the University’s research priorities.