About the Faculty

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.

Before the collapse of the central government, Somalia’s healthcare sector benefited from a network of public hospitals, teaching hospitals, clinics and health centres supported by graduates of the Faculty of Medicine and other medical professionals trained locally and abroad. The civil conflict severely affected the health and education sectors; many healthcare facilities, teaching hospitals and academic institutions were destroyed, including the Faculty of Medicine, creating a serious shortage of qualified healthcare professionals.

Despite these challenges, the Faculty was re-established with a renewed commitment to rebuilding Somalia’s healthcare workforce and strengthening medical education. Today it provides medical training that meets internationally recognised standards while addressing the healthcare priorities of the Somali community.

The Faculty was established in 1972. Its history is summarised in the overview above.

The Faculty works within the vision, mission and core values of Somali National University.