Quetta College of Dentistry, Quetta

QUETTA INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES is located in the cantonment area of Quetta within the premises of Combined Military Hospital. Institution’s building and atmosphere are hallmark of sound academic environment in the serene valley. Quetta is the ic environment in the serene valley. Quetta is the capital of Balochistan, the largest province of Pakistan. Balochistan has a rich cultural heritage and is blessed with immense natural resources. In the pre-partition era, Quetta was known as Little London, because of its beauty, cleanliness and orchards. The city in the present day has been changed into a centre of education, trade, commerce and business, as well as political hub of the province. The valley of Quetta is situated at an altitude of 5,500 feet above sea level. Visitor’s attractions like Hanna Lake, Urak Valley, Spin Tangi, Shahban and Ziarat are located close to Quetta. 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. MISSION To lead Balochistan towards international quality of healthcare standards by educating and inspiring individuals to be exemplary dentists and researchers in dental health, scholars in discovery and adopters of innovative technology to improve the health and well-being of all. VISION To emerge as a distinguished center of excellence in dental care and dental education, encouraging and disseminating research and patient care, recognized for empowering its students and faculty and producing dentists of excellence engaged in providing outstanding dental care and services in Balochistan. ...view more