Draft:Quetta Institute of Medical Sciences


Quetta Institute of Medical Sciences
TypeMilitary Institute
Established2011; 13 years ago (2011)
PrincipalBrig. Imran Ahmad
Academic staff
60+
Students1200+
Location, ,
Colors  Maroon
AffiliationsNational University of Medical Sciences
Pakistan Medical and Dental Council

Quetta Institute of Medical Sciences (also known as QIMS) is a military medical school located in Quetta, Pakistan. It was established in 2011. The college also allows the admission of civilian students who do not want to join the Pakistan Army.Education in Balochistan suffered due to lack of expertise and law / order situation. Bolan University of Medical and Health Sciences was the only public sector medical university with 312 seats. Additionally, Doctor patient ratio internationally is 1:500 while in Pakistan it is 1:1300 and in Balohcistan it is 1:1600. QIMS was launched by then COAS Gen Ashfaque Pervaiz Kiani in Aug 2011 and recognized by Pakistan Medical & Dental Counsel in Jan 2011. Initially QIMS was Affiliated with University of Balohcistan and later with National University of Medical Sciences in Sep 2016. Establishment of QIMS Contributed in integration of Balochi youth into national stream. It not only facilitated civil-military harmony but also provides competent and qualify doctors for Balochistan and opportunity for graduates to join Pakistan Army. Establishment of QIMS has marked the beginning of a new era of advanced medical education in the province. The institute was envisaged as project to enhance medical training facilities in the region at undergraduate level. QIMS is committed to address pivotal issues of health care and impart quality education to students, reflecting principles of humanity, dedication, compassion and selfless service. The college draws upon the strength of CMH Quetta which is one of the largest Tertiary Care Center in the region. College of Nursing is added to QIMS complex which is imparting BSc Nursing Degree. At present 7 batches of MBBS & 5 batches of nursing students graduated from QIMS / Nursing college respectively.

Acknowledgment of the commitment and efforts of the staff and faculty has been demonstrated by the fact that the institution achieved international accreditation by FAIMER (Foundation for Advancement of International Medical Education and Research) and is listed in the WHO Directory of the Medical Colleges within one year of its establishment. Its affiliated teaching hospital CMH Quetta is recognized by CPSP for postgraduate training in multiple specialties.