RMU Reseidncy Program (MS MD)
RMU Reseidncy Program (MS MD)
Overview
Rawalpindi Medical University (RMU) offers a comprehensive and fully recognized University Residency Program (URP) leading to MD (Doctor of Medicine) and MS (Master of Surgery) degrees across 16 departments. This structured postgraduate training program is designed to produce competent, ethical, and research-oriented medical specialists who meet both national and international standards. The program has been recognized by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan since March 2018 and is also approved by the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) for specialist registration. All MD/MS programs are based on the six core competencies defined by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME): patient care, medical knowledge, practice-based learning, interpersonal and communication skills, professionalism, and systems-based practice.
The MD residency programs include Internal Medicine, Paediatrics, Radiology, Anaesthesiology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Emergency Medicine, and Cardiology. The MS residency programs include General Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Otorhinolaryngology (ENT), Ophthalmology, Urology, and Neurosurgery. These 16 departments have received formal recognition in different years: MD Internal Medicine, Paediatrics, Radiology, General Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery, and Obstetrics & Gynaecology were recognized in 2018; Anaesthesiology in 2019; ENT and Ophthalmology in 2020; Dermatology and Urology in 2021; Psychiatry and Emergency Medicine in 2022; and Cardiology and Neurosurgery in 2023.
The residency training is conducted in RMU’s affiliated teaching hospitals, which include Holy Family Hospital, Benazir Bhutto Hospital, and District Headquarters Hospital Rawalpindi. These hospitals provide a rich clinical learning environment with modern diagnostic and treatment facilities, diverse patient exposure, and supervised mentorship by experienced faculty. The University Residency Program at RMU continues to grow in excellence and scope, reflecting the university’s dedication to producing future leaders in medicine and surgery who are equipped to serve both locally and internationally.
RMU MS Programs
General Surgery
Psychiatry
Infectious Diseases
Diagnostic Radiology
Dermatology
Critical Care
Nephrology
Gastroenterology
Cardiology
Emergency Medicine
Pulmonology
Pediatrics
RMU MD Programs
Medicine
Gynecology And Obstetrics
Orthopedics
Plastic Surgery
Pediatric Surgery
Urology
Neurosurgery
Anesthesia
Otorhinolaryngology
Ophthalmology
MS General Surgery
The PhD program in Anatomy at Rawalpindi Medical University offers rigorous training in advanced anatomical sciences, with a strong emphasis on gross anatomy, histology, embryology, and neuroanatomy. This program is designed to develop proficient researchers and educators who can contribute to medical education and translational research. Scholars engage in innovative studies that advance understanding of human structure and its clinical applications.
MS Gynecology And Obstetrics
The PhD in Physiology at RMU focuses on the comprehensive study of functional mechanisms in the human body at cellular, tissue, and systemic levels. The program aims to train researchers capable of exploring physiological processes through experimental methods and contributing to the development of new diagnostic and therapeutic strategies in health and disease.
MS Orthopedics
Rawalpindi Medical University’s PhD in Biochemistry program explores the molecular basis of life, investigating biochemical pathways, enzymology, and molecular genetics. The program is research-intensive and prepares scholars to pursue careers in biomedical research, clinical diagnostics, and academia. Cutting-edge laboratory facilities support students in developing innovations that bridge basic science with clinical relevance.
MS Plastic Surgery
The PhD in Public Health at RMU prepares scholars to address complex public health issues through evidence-based research, policy development, and health systems strengthening. The program fosters expertise in epidemiology, health promotion, environmental health, and health policy, equipping graduates to lead impactful interventions at the community, national, and global levels.
MS Pediatric Surgery
RMU’s PhD in Pharmacology program provides advanced education in drug action, pharmacokinetics, and toxicology. The program trains researchers to explore the molecular and cellular mechanisms of pharmacological agents, contributing to the development of safer and more effective therapeutics. Emphasis is placed on experimental pharmacology and translational research.
MS Urology
The PhD program in Chemical & Molecular Pathology bridges the disciplines of laboratory medicine, molecular diagnostics, and disease pathology. This program equips scholars with the skills to investigate the molecular basis of diseases, biomarkers, and emerging diagnostic techniques, fostering research that supports precision medicine and clinical decision-making.
MS Anesthesia
Rawalpindi Medical University’s PhD in Microbiology & Molecular Biology program is dedicated to understanding microbial systems and molecular interactions relevant to human health. The program emphasizes research on infectious diseases, antimicrobial resistance, and molecular diagnostics. Scholars are trained to contribute to public health and biomedical sciences through innovation and applied research.
MS Neurosurgery
Rawalpindi Medical University’s PhD in Microbiology & Molecular Biology program is dedicated to understanding microbial systems and molecular interactions relevant to human health. The program emphasizes research on infectious diseases, antimicrobial resistance, and molecular diagnostics. Scholars are trained to contribute to public health and biomedical sciences through innovation and applied research.
MS Otorhinolaryngology
Rawalpindi Medical University’s PhD in Microbiology & Molecular Biology program is dedicated to understanding microbial systems and molecular interactions relevant to human health. The program emphasizes research on infectious diseases, antimicrobial resistance, and molecular diagnostics. Scholars are trained to contribute to public health and biomedical sciences through innovation and applied research.
MS Ophthalmology
Rawalpindi Medical University’s PhD in Microbiology & Molecular Biology program is dedicated to understanding microbial systems and molecular interactions relevant to human health. The program emphasizes research on infectious diseases, antimicrobial resistance, and molecular diagnostics. Scholars are trained to contribute to public health and biomedical sciences through innovation and applied research.
MD Medicine
Rawalpindi Medical University’s PhD in Microbiology & Molecular Biology program is dedicated to understanding microbial systems and molecular interactions relevant to human health. The program emphasizes research on infectious diseases, antimicrobial resistance, and molecular diagnostics. Scholars are trained to contribute to public health and biomedical sciences through innovation and applied research.
MD Dermatology
Rawalpindi Medical University’s PhD in Microbiology & Molecular Biology program is dedicated to understanding microbial systems and molecular interactions relevant to human health. The program emphasizes research on infectious diseases, antimicrobial resistance, and molecular diagnostics. Scholars are trained to contribute to public health and biomedical sciences through innovation and applied research.
MD Cardiology
Rawalpindi Medical University’s PhD in Microbiology & Molecular Biology program is dedicated to understanding microbial systems and molecular interactions relevant to human health. The program emphasizes research on infectious diseases, antimicrobial resistance, and molecular diagnostics. Scholars are trained to contribute to public health and biomedical sciences through innovation and applied research.
MD Psychiatry
Rawalpindi Medical University’s PhD in Microbiology & Molecular Biology program is dedicated to understanding microbial systems and molecular interactions relevant to human health. The program emphasizes research on infectious diseases, antimicrobial resistance, and molecular diagnostics. Scholars are trained to contribute to public health and biomedical sciences through innovation and applied research.
MD Critical Care
Rawalpindi Medical University’s PhD in Microbiology & Molecular Biology program is dedicated to understanding microbial systems and molecular interactions relevant to human health. The program emphasizes research on infectious diseases, antimicrobial resistance, and molecular diagnostics. Scholars are trained to contribute to public health and biomedical sciences through innovation and applied research.
MD Emergency Medicine
Rawalpindi Medical University’s PhD in Microbiology & Molecular Biology program is dedicated to understanding microbial systems and molecular interactions relevant to human health. The program emphasizes research on infectious diseases, antimicrobial resistance, and molecular diagnostics. Scholars are trained to contribute to public health and biomedical sciences through innovation and applied research.
MD Infectious Diseases
Rawalpindi Medical University’s PhD in Microbiology & Molecular Biology program is dedicated to understanding microbial systems and molecular interactions relevant to human health. The program emphasizes research on infectious diseases, antimicrobial resistance, and molecular diagnostics. Scholars are trained to contribute to public health and biomedical sciences through innovation and applied research.
MD Nephrology
Rawalpindi Medical University’s PhD in Microbiology & Molecular Biology program is dedicated to understanding microbial systems and molecular interactions relevant to human health. The program emphasizes research on infectious diseases, antimicrobial resistance, and molecular diagnostics. Scholars are trained to contribute to public health and biomedical sciences through innovation and applied research.
MD Pulmonology
Rawalpindi Medical University’s PhD in Microbiology & Molecular Biology program is dedicated to understanding microbial systems and molecular interactions relevant to human health. The program emphasizes research on infectious diseases, antimicrobial resistance, and molecular diagnostics. Scholars are trained to contribute to public health and biomedical sciences through innovation and applied research.
MD Gastroenterology
Rawalpindi Medical University’s PhD in Microbiology & Molecular Biology program is dedicated to understanding microbial systems and molecular interactions relevant to human health. The program emphasizes research on infectious diseases, antimicrobial resistance, and molecular diagnostics. Scholars are trained to contribute to public health and biomedical sciences through innovation and applied research.
MD Diagnostic Radiology
Rawalpindi Medical University’s PhD in Microbiology & Molecular Biology program is dedicated to understanding microbial systems and molecular interactions relevant to human health. The program emphasizes research on infectious diseases, antimicrobial resistance, and molecular diagnostics. Scholars are trained to contribute to public health and biomedical sciences through innovation and applied research.
MD Pediatrics
Rawalpindi Medical University’s PhD in Microbiology & Molecular Biology program is dedicated to understanding microbial systems and molecular interactions relevant to human health. The program emphasizes research on infectious diseases, antimicrobial resistance, and molecular diagnostics. Scholars are trained to contribute to public health and biomedical sciences through innovation and applied research.
