Consortium of New Sub-Sahara African Medical Schools
New African Medical Schools Learning Together
*COMING SOON
Goals & Objectives
001. To promote competency-based and other
undergraduate and postgraduate curricula, appropriate to the needs and context of each participating country.
004. To promote needs-based/translational-relevant research.
002. To promote faculty and trainee idea exchanges between the participating medical schools and other healthcare networks.
005. To benchmark and support one another’s progress.
003. To promote south-south and north-south partnerships.
006. To advocate for improvement in governance and health care in Africa.
Affiliated Organizations
Collaborative Network of Medical Schools in Africa
The Consortium of New Sub-Sahara African Medical Schools (CONSAMS) was established in 2011 under the original name, “Consortium of New Southern African Medical Schools.” At an ensuing annual general meeting, it was decided to expand the organization to include members across the African continent and beyond Southern Africa, hence the name change. Today, CONSAMS is reaching out to include new medical schools that are within 10 to 15 years of graduating their first class of medical students.
What We Do
CONSAMS is a collaborative network of medical schools in Africa. We strive to promote excellence in medical education, research, and healthcare delivery. By fostering partnerships and sharing knowledge, we aim to significantly contribute to the advancement of healthcare in the African region.
Our Goals and Objectives
Promote Relevant Curricula
We promote competency-based and contextually appropriate undergraduate and postgraduate curricula across participating countries. By keeping our education programs aligned with the needs of each country, we ensure that our graduates have the skills to tackle real-world healthcare challenges.
Encourage Collaboration
CONSAMS is a platform for faculty and trainees from participating medical schools and other healthcare networks to exchange ideas. Through this collaboration, we facilitate sharing best practices, innovative methodologies, and clinical experiences, ultimately enhancing the overall quality of medical education and healthcare delivery.
Foster Partnerships
We believe in the power of partnerships. CONSAMS actively encourages both South-South and North-South collaborations. By bringing together medical schools from various regions, we create opportunities for shared learning, resource sharing, and cross-cultural understanding, ultimately advancing healthcare globally.
Drive Translational Research
CONSAMS is committed to promoting needs-based and translational-relevant research. Research should directly impact healthcare and address the unique challenges faced by African communities. Through our network, we facilitate research collaborations, knowledge sharing, and capacity building, ensuring that our medical schools contribute to evidence-based healthcare practices.
Benchmarks for Progress
CONSAMS aims to benchmark the progress of participating medical schools and support their growth. We inspire excellence and continuous improvement across our network by assessing key performance indicators and sharing best practices. Together, we strive to raise the standards of medical education and healthcare services throughout Africa.
Advocacy for Change
Strong governance and efficient healthcare systems are crucial for ensuring quality patient care and successful medical education. Through advocacy initiatives, we work towards positive change and influence policies to benefit the African medical community.
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