The South Africa-Cuba Medical Training Program, also known as the Mandela-Castro Scholarship, is a joint initiative aimed at addressing the critical shortage of medical professionals in rural and underserved areas of South Africa. This scholarship program provides South African students with the opportunity to study medicine in Cuba, equipping them with the necessary skills to...
Cuban medical graduates often question whether their education will allow them to practice medicine in the United States. The good news is that many Cuban medical schools are recognized by international accreditation bodies, and their graduates are eligible to pursue medical licensure in the U.S. This article outlines the steps Cuban graduates need to take...
Choosing the right destination for medical studies is a pivotal decision for any aspiring doctor. While many students might consider the United States, Canada, or Europe, an increasingly popular yet often overlooked destination is Cuba. Renowned for its high-quality medical education, rich culture, and the added advantage of gaining proficiency in a second language, Cuba...
[bt_section][bt_row][bt_column width=”2/3″][bt_text] In a significant boost to South Africa’s public health sector, over 450 medical students who studied in Cuba under the Nelson Mandela/Fidel Castro Medical Collaboration Programme have graduated and are set to serve in disadvantaged communities. However, the move has sparked controversy due to the large number of locally trained doctors still awaiting...
When it comes to comprehensive healthcare education, few institutions around the world rival the University of Havana, particularly its renowned University of Medical Sciences. From its historical impact to its modern-day advances, this esteemed university provides a leading platform for medical and health science education, combining innovative learning methods with a deeply rooted sense of...
If you’re looking to study medicine in Cuba, you have come to the right place. Cuba has a world-renowned medical education system that has trained thousands of doctors who now work in countries around the globe. In this article, we’ll explore the benefits of studying medicine in Cuba, the admission requirements, and what you can...
[bt_drop_cap type=”1/2/3″]C[/bt_drop_cap]uba has a highly developed health care system, which can be compared to those of more industrialized countries. The Cuban health care system has many new and unique features. It is funded by the Revolutionary State and is based on the needs of the population rather than on financial solvency ratios. Medical and dental...
Cuba is a West Indies country, the largest and most influential in the Caribbean region. The country is dominated by Arawakan speaking people and famous for raw sugar production. The country has overtime progressed in systems, institutions and people-based policies since it was claimed for Spain in 1492. The island of archipelago has a functional...
The world was definitely a very different place 60 years ago. Cuba, a small but proud country, was trying to find its position on the world’s map in times of geopolitical conflicts between the East and the West. Having a relatively small population compared to its neighbors, Cuba couldn’t hope to secure its position by...