Abdullah Al-Salem University Organizes Orientation Meeting for New Medical Students

Abdullah Al-Salem University organized an orientation session with the launch of the first academic year of the College of Medicine, as the first cohort of students begins their educational journey and adds a new chapter to the university’s history. In her welcome address, University President Dr. Mona Al-Sulaiman Al-Ahmad emphasized that the university is celebrating a cherished milestone: the opening of the College of Medicine and Health Sciences and the commencement of its academic, scientific, and humanitarian journey. She extended heartfelt congratulations to the university community, including faculty and teaching staff, and to the students on this occasion.

Dr. Al-Ahmad added that the college represents an ambitious step toward building an educational system that prepares medical professionals capable of keeping pace with the rapid advancements in medical sciences and technologies, and contributing to community service and improving human health and quality of life. She noted that the opening of the college marks an important milestone in the university’s academic journey, adding significant value to its portfolio of colleges and programs, and taking a new step toward expanding educational fields and specializations, while strengthening the university’s contribution to meeting societal and labor market needs.

She advised the students at the beginning of this journey to recognize that success in the College of Medicine and Health Sciences is not achieved through intelligence alone, but through patience, discipline, perseverance, time management, teamwork, and respect for professors and peers. She stressed that the path of knowledge is long, and that a true physician remains a lifelong learner. In conclusion, she expressed her hope that the college would become a home for knowledge, a field for excellence, and a space for research and discovery, praying to God to grant the students success in their journey, bless their knowledge and efforts, and establish the college as a towering scientific institution.

For his part, Acting Dean of the College of Medicine and Health Sciences Dr. Aaid Khader Aaid welcomed the new students, describing the day as a historic moment for the college, as they are the first cohort to embark on the Doctor of Medicine program at Abdullah Al-Salem University. He affirmed that they have chosen one of the noblest human professions, which is not limited to knowledge and learning, but is fundamentally rooted in humanity, compassion, responsibility, and integrity.

He added that an outstanding physician is not merely one who possesses knowledge, but one who applies it to serve patients and society, excels in listening and empathy, and makes the right decisions at the right time. He noted that students are not joining a traditional medical program, but rather a modern college established with a clear goal: to prepare the physician of the future, capable of keeping pace with rapid developments in medical sciences, technology, and artificial intelligence, while simultaneously treating the patient as a human being with needs, emotions, and rights.

He explained that the college operates under a modern, integrated curriculum developed in collaboration with King’s College London, linking basic medical sciences with clinical sciences, and based on active learning, problem-solving, teamwork, and continuous learning. He clarified that the objective is not merely to graduate successful students, but to prepare distinguished physicians, researchers, and leaders in healthcare.

In his closing remarks, he emphasized that the first cohort are partners in building the college, and that their achievements, behavior, and discipline will form part of the foundation upon which the college’s reputation is built in the coming years. He wished them an academic journey filled with success and excellence, and hoped for the day when the university would celebrate their graduation as distinguished physicians whom Kuwait would be proud of.

The session included a visual presentation by the Director of the Doctor of Medicine Program, Dr. Dana Al-Tarrah, who outlined the academic features of the program. The event also featured a presentation from the Student Affairs Office covering activities, clubs, and student support services, alongside a visual presentation by the Informatics and Digitalization Sector to introduce new students to the digital services provided by the university that accompany them throughout their academic journey.

It is worth noting that the 2026/2027 academic year begins on Sunday, September 20, 2026, for all students across various colleges. The university will continue organizing orientation sessions for new students in different colleges until September 16, 2026.