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For the first time in the history of Kazakhstani medicine, an international master class on early vitrectomy in premature infants was held in Almaty — a high-tech surgical procedure that gives babies a chance to preserve their vision. These were not just four days of surgical practice — they were four days in which eyes, light, and futures were literally…

Doctors at the National Center for Neurosurgery in Astana successfully performed one of the most complex surgeries — removal of a giant brain tumor in a three-month-old baby girl. According to the baby's mother, Aibat, her daughter was born full-term and was developing normally. However, at two months old, alarming symptoms began to appear: frequent vomiting, refusal to breastfeed, cyanosis,…

A masterclass in minimally invasive pediatric coloproctology was held at the Regional Multidisciplinary Children's Hospital in Karaganda, Kazakhstan. The event was part of the MUMKINDIK charitable project and brought together top surgeons from Kazakhstan and Russia to help children suffering from severe gastrointestinal diseases. The masterclass was led by Professor Igor Kirgizov, one of Russia’s leading pediatric surgeons. Under his…

The Mazhilis of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan has reviewed and approved in the first reading a draft law aimed at improving the Mandatory Social Health Insurance (MSHI) system. A key condition for a successful transition is a high level of citizen participation in the Mandatory Social Health Insurance system.As of today, 16.9 million people in Kazakhstan are…

The Mazhilis of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan has reviewed and approved in the first reading a draft law aimed at improving the Mandatory Social Health Insurance (MSHI) system. One of the key provisions of the draft law is the transfer of part of the obligations from the Guaranteed Volume of Free Medical Care (GVFMC) into the insurance…

The medical team of the Kazakh Research Institute of Oncology and Radiology (KazNIIoR) has successfully carried out Kazakhstan’s first high-tech robotic oncologic surgery — a nephroadrenalectomy with extended lymph node dissection. This unique surgical procedure was performed at an advanced stage of cancer and included removal of the affected kidney, adrenal gland, and regional lymph nodes. The operation was completed…

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Marzhan Dikhanovna Brimzhanova, Advisor to the Rector of the Kazakhstan Medical University “KSPH,” on being awarded the academic title of Associate Professor (Docent) in the scientific field 30300 – Health Science! The corresponding Order No. 621 was signed on April 25, 2025, by the Chair of the Committee for Quality Assurance in Science and…

The Ministry of Health of the Republic of Kazakhstan announces enhanced control over the quality and safety of dietary supplements (DS) available on the market in the country. According to current legislation, dietary supplements may only be sold in Kazakhstan after undergoing state registration, which confirms their compliance with the technical regulations of the Customs Union and their inclusion in…

Due to the seasonal rise in tick activity — known carriers of dangerous diseases — the Ministry of Health urges the public to strictly follow precautionary measures when outdoors and when caring for domestic animals. Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever (CCHF) is a dangerous viral disease primarily transmitted through tick bites. To prevent infection, it is recommended to:• Use tick-repellent sprays and…

CATARACT MICROSURGERY with WETLAB training, including pediatric surgery — the perfect opportunity to enhance your skills and explore cutting-edge technologies under the guidance of internationally renowned experts. Location: Shanghai, ChinaDates: As groups are formedWho it's for: Practicing ophthalmologists Fees: $5550 — single room accommodation $5310 — double room accommodation Hands-on practice with state-of-the-art equipment, personalized guidance, and an intensive educational…