Acting His Excellency, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Dr. Abd Al-Hussein Al-Mousawi, affirmed that the quality and rigor of medical education are a fundamental priority for private universities, this ensures the preparation of graduates who possess the necessary academic knowledge, professional skills, and competence to practice the profession.

Dr. Abd Al-Hussein Al-Mousawi reviewed that the Ministry places special emphasis on medical education particularly in private universities to ensure academic and training standards that align with the significance of the field and the requirements for preparing qualified medical personnel.

His Excellency said that medical education entails responsibilities extending beyond the classroom and academic curricula. He noted that training a physician relies not only on scientific knowledge but also integrates practical skills and clinical experiences, which equip the student to shoulder professional responsibilities and enhance performance in the field.

Dr. Abd Al-Hussein Al-Mousawi added that the teaching hospital provides the environment where students transition from theoretical knowledge to practical application, here, they gain clinical experience and learn to manage various medical cases under the supervision of professors and specialized medical staff, thereby embodying the integration of academic study and clinical training in producing competent medical professionals.

His Excellency emphasized that the quality of medical education begins with the admissions process, which must be based on actual educational and training capabilities commensurate with the college's capacity, the teaching hospital's facilities, the teaching staff, and academic requirements.

Dr. Abd Al-Hussein Al-Mousawi stressed that an educational institution's responsibility does not end with merely providing an opportunity to study; rather, it extends to ensuring that every student receives a genuine opportunity for education, training, and clinical practice.

His Excellency expressed his hope that the hospital’s impact would extend to serve the community and that the university would leverage its scientific and medical capabilities to meet local needs.

Dr. Abd Al-Hussein Al-Mousawi also hoped the hospital would serve as a model of integration between academic and healthcare institutions, thereby advancing the progress of education and healthcare in Iraq.

Media and Government Communication Directorate

Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research

September 15, 2026