Izhevsk State Medical University has a rich history of medical education and research spanning over nine decades. It was originally founded as a medical institute and has developed into a comprehensive medical university, training thousands of doctors, dentists and pediatricians. The university employs highly qualified faculty, including Doctors of Medicine and Candidates of Medicine, across numerous departments and clinical bases. Over the years it has built international cooperation with medical universities in Europe and other regions, and has trained students from many countries across Asia, Africa, and Latin America.