By : Nedal Zubeidi & Manar Musa
Jordan Daily – Ibn Sina University for Medical Sciences (ISUMS), Jordan’s first private medical university, has made significant strides since launching in 2022, according to the university’s president, Professor Darwish Badran.
Located near Queen Alia International Airport, the university is focused on academic excellence and aligning with Jordan’s royal vision of preparing a globally competitive generation.
“Our aim is to build a promising generation that recognizes the significance of the global stage amid technological, economic, and political growth,” Badran told Jordan Daily, underscoring the university’s commitment to staying current with developments both academically and administratively.
The university launched its Doctor of Medicine (MD) program in the 2022-2023 academic year, followed by a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) program in 2023. Both programs have drawn substantial interest, with student applications exceeding the university’s capacity for the 2023-2024 academic year.
“This reflects the quality of education, administrative transparency, and the genuine efforts exerted by both academic and administrative staff,” Badran noted.
Ibn Sina University’s modern infrastructure includes air-conditioned buildings, advanced labs for clinical skills, pathology, and microbiology, smart classrooms, a library with access to global databases, and future plans for sports facilities and recreational spaces. The facilities are designed to offer “a comfortable and safe academic experience” for students, according to Badran.
The university has secured both general and specialized accreditation for its Medicine and Dentistry programs. Badran highlighted that the institution is fully aligned with the standards set by the Accreditation and Quality Assurance Commission for Higher Education Institutions. The university’s e-learning system, developed in collaboration with its IT unit, enhances communication between students and faculty.
ISUMS has established partnerships with several key institutions, including Jordan Hospital, which plays a vital role in clinical training. “Jordan Hospital will play a significant role in the clinical training of students,” Badran said, stressing the importance of hands-on experience for students.
International collaborations with universities such as George Washington University, the University of Glasgow, and the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio further support the university’s ambitions. These partnerships expedite Ibn Sina’s efforts to raise its academic standing locally and globally. Additionally, international faculty from these universities will assist in teaching Ibn Sina students during certain semesters.
Ibn Sina is also focused on supporting scientific research, with faculty members having published 42 research papers in international journals over the past two years, some involving student participation. The university has hosted significant events, including workshops for the Jordanian Orthopedic Surgeons Association, attended by doctors and specialists from Jordan and abroad.
The university aims to continue making progress in education, scientific research, and community engagement. “Our goal is to supply the labor market with top-quality professionals,” Badran said, reinforcing the university’s commitment to fostering academic growth and community partnerships.
Ibn Sina University for Medical Sciences is open to visitors at its Al-Qastal campus and is responsive to inquiries through various communication channels, Badran added.
