Bangladesh Medical University (BMU) has launched its first-ever MD program in Emergency Medicine. The program was formally inaugurated on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at the university’s Shaheed Dr. Milton Hall. The keynote paper was presented by Dr. Reza Ali, Associate Professor and Senior Staff Specialist in Emergency Medicine at the University of Western Sydney’s Local Health District in Australia. The event was attended by BMU Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Md. Shahinul Alam, senior officials from the Directorate General of Health Services and the Directorate of Medical Education, as well as other university leaders and faculty members.

Speakers at the event emphasized that the new program marks a milestone for Bangladesh in developing specialized expertise in emergency healthcare. They noted that newly enrolled doctors will receive training under the guidance of renowned local and international faculty, enabling them to deliver high-quality emergency medical services. The number of students admitted to this program is expected to increase annually.

According to the speakers, the initiative aligns with the government’s commitment to ensuring modern, life-saving emergency medical care through coordinated efforts among the Ministry of Health, the Directorate General of Health Services, and BMU.