Sana’a University Faculty of Medicine Commences First-Phase Exams for Pioneer MD Program
SANA’A – June 6, 2026 — The Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences at Sana’a University officially commenced the first-phase, part-one examinations today for postgraduate students enrolled in the Doctor of Medicine (MD) clinical program. The exams are a core component of the program’s approved academic curriculum and a key milestone toward specialized clinical certification.
The computer-based testing (CBT) included multiple-choice questions (MCQs) covering several advanced medical specialties: Dermatology, Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery, Otolaryngology (ENT), Urology, Orthopedic and Joint Surgery, and Ophthalmology. This initiative reflects the faculty’s strategic focus on expanding subspecialty medical education and preparing a highly qualified healthcare workforce in accordance with international academic and professional standards.
Sana’a University’s clinical MD program is the first of its kind in the Republic of Yemen. It represents a qualitative leap in postgraduate medical education by providing an advanced academic and clinical training pathway designed to certify physicians across various clinical specialties using modern, rigorous scientific methodologies.
The implementation of this program aligns with the faculty’s vision to elevate specialized medical education and strengthen the capacity of national academic and healthcare institutions. By cultivating highly skilled medical experts, the program directly addresses the evolving needs of the healthcare sector and enhances the quality of medical services delivered to the community.
The Faculty Leadership emphasized that the clinical MD program is one of its premier strategic academic projects. They noted that the university takes immense pride in pioneering this initiative at the national level, given the advanced scientific qualification and clinical training opportunities it provides. This milestone further solidifies the position of Sana’a University and its Faculty of Medicine as a leading institution in medical education and postgraduate research.
The faculty continues its efforts to develop postgraduate offerings and introduce new specialized programs, advancing its commitment to academic and research excellence while keeping pace with global standards in medical education and clinical training.
