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Universidad de Chile Facultad de Medicina

WDOMS ID: F0001217 Chile Santiago

Country

Chile

City

Santiago

WDOMS ID

F0001217

What students share

School Type: Public

Year Instruction Started: 1842

Operational Status: Currently operational

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School Website(s): In Spanish; Castilian

Additional Information:

School Contact Main Address: Avenida Independencia 1027 Casilla 13898 Santiago Chile Phone Number(s): +56 (2) 2978 6000 Fax Number(s): Email: escmedicina@med.uchile.cl

Main Address: Avenida Independencia 1027 Casilla 13898 Santiago Chile

Phone Number(s): +56 (2) 2978 6000

Fax Number(s):

Email: escmedicina@med.uchile.cl

Current Programs This school offers more than one program or track leading to a medical degree. Qualification Title: M?dico Cirujano Year Instruction Began: 1842 Curriculum Last Revised: Curriculum Duration: 7 years Language of Instruction: Spanish; Castilian Year Ended: Prerequisite Education: Admission follows completion of secondary education. Foreign Students: Foreign students are admitted Genders Admitted: Both men and women are admitted Entrance Exam: An entrance exam is required Tuition Paid By:

Qualification Title: M?dico Cirujano

Year Instruction Began: 1842

Curriculum Last Revised:

Curriculum Duration: 7 years

Language of Instruction: Spanish; Castilian

Year Ended:

Prerequisite Education: Admission follows completion of secondary education.

Foreign Students: Foreign students are admitted

Genders Admitted: Both men and women are admitted

Entrance Exam: An entrance exam is required

Tuition Paid By:

Canada Unless indicated otherwise, Medical degrees obtained from this medical school are acceptable to the provincial/territorial medical regulatory authorities in Canada, and therefore acceptable to all medical organizations in Canada. For more information about the acceptable medical schools as defined in the Model Standards for Medical Registration in Canada click here . ? moins d?avis contraire, les dipl?mes de m?decine de cette facult? de m?decine sont acceptables aux ordres des m?decins dans les provinces et territoires du Canada, et par cons?quent acceptables ? toute autre organisation au Canada qui ?uvre dans le domaine m?dical. Pour plus d'information au sujet des facult?s de m?decine acceptables, telles que d?finies dans les normes mod?les pour l'inscription m?dicale au Canada, cliquez ici . Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG), United States of America Students and graduates of this medical school are eligible to apply to ECFMG for ECFMG Certification and for examination, provided that: For medical school students officially enrolled in this school, the graduation years are listed below as ?current?. For graduates of this medical school, their graduation year is included in the graduation years listed below. Graduation Years: 1953 - Current The degree title of the final medical diploma the student will earn, or the graduate has earned (and must provide), is listed in the Reference Guide for Medical Education Credentials . All other eligibility requirements are met. Refer to the ECFMG Information Booklet for detailed information. Recognized Accreditation Policy: According to data provided to Intealth, of which ECFMG is a division, one or more of this school?s medical education programs currently meets the Intealth Recognized Accreditation Policy . ?Recognized accreditation? means the program is accredited by an agency that has been reviewed and recognized by an external quality assurance organization approved by Intealth. Note that this does not impact the eligibility of the school?s students and graduates for ECFMG Certification.

Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG), United States of America Students and graduates of this medical school are eligible to apply to ECFMG for ECFMG Certification and for examination, provided that: For medical school students officially enrolled in this school, the graduation years are listed below as ?current?. For graduates of this medical school, their graduation year is included in the graduation years listed below. Graduation Years: 1953 - Current The degree title of the final medical diploma the student will earn, or the graduate has earned (and must provide), is listed in the Reference Guide for Medical Education Credentials . All other eligibility requirements are met. Refer to the ECFMG Information Booklet for detailed information. Recognized Accreditation Policy: According to data provided to Intealth, of which ECFMG is a division, one or more of this school?s medical education programs currently meets the Intealth Recognized Accreditation Policy . ?Recognized accreditation? means the program is accredited by an agency that has been reviewed and recognized by an external quality assurance organization approved by Intealth. Note that this does not impact the eligibility of the school?s students and graduates for ECFMG Certification.

Students and graduates of this medical school are eligible to apply to ECFMG for ECFMG Certification and for examination, provided that: For medical school students officially enrolled in this school, the graduation years are listed below as ?current?. For graduates of this medical school, their graduation year is included in the graduation years listed below. Graduation Years: 1953 - Current The degree title of the final medical diploma the student will earn, or the graduate has earned (and must provide), is listed in the Reference Guide for Medical Education Credentials . All other eligibility requirements are met. Refer to the ECFMG Information Booklet for detailed information. Recognized Accreditation Policy: According to data provided to Intealth, of which ECFMG is a division, one or more of this school?s medical education programs currently meets the Intealth Recognized Accreditation Policy . ?Recognized accreditation? means the program is accredited by an agency that has been reviewed and recognized by an external quality assurance organization approved by Intealth. Note that this does not impact the eligibility of the school?s students and graduates for ECFMG Certification.

💬 Student Reviews

Real reviews from students. All ratings and reviews are taken on 21st January 2026.

andres barril

I have a big question about information in the historical field, year in which it was founded, any interesting information about the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Chile but the headquarters is in the Quinta Normal Park... It is for a heritage investigation, thank you in advance

Felipe Zúñiga

The Faculty of Medicine at the University of Chile's North Campus is a historic building, the birthplace of the country's first medical professionals, with over a century of history and significant milestones in medicine. The Institute and Museum of Anatomy are particularly noteworthy.

Fernando Ignacio Dagá Pereira

The Faculty of Medicine of the University of Chile is located in the Independencia district. It houses the programs in medicine, nursing, medical technology, speech therapy, occupational therapy, and others. It has classrooms, teaching and …

Patricio Rodríguez C.

The Faculty of Medicine of the University of Chile (North Campus) is one of the most important in Chile and Latin America. It is located on the site of the former Academy of Medicine, an institution even older than the University. Its long …

Andrés Guevara

The faculty lacks resources. We use reagents that were expired years ago for our labs. The faculty's funds are lost to no one's knowledge, and some classrooms are falling apart. Despite all this, it's quite good. The infrastructure isn't …

iSAAC mORDOH

I was a student from 1944 until I graduated in 1950. I continued as a teaching assistant and later as a professor under the initial tutelage of Professor Noe.
The unfortunate fire that destroyed that beautiful structure, that venerable …

Patricio Cabrera

The neurology module in the third year of the physiotherapy program is where we truly contribute to the students' education, as well as to occupational therapists and physiotherapists in their Bobath courses. It was a very rewarding …

Dr. Sergio Navarrete Peña

Good day, I am looking for courses in laparoscopic surgical anatomy, and I saw online that you have previously offered one. My question is whether you still offer this type of course, and if so, what are the dates and costs? …

Pilar Bernat

I went on a nursing exchange program. Both the faculty and the hospital were impeccable in their treatment and hospitality; everyone was very kind and welcoming. A highly recommended experience! Thank you for everything.

myrna uarac

With emotion and respect, I send my condolences to the family of Dr. Eduardo Atalah S. and to the University of Chile. His training was a legacy for my personal and professional life. May he rest in peace. …

Pilar Hinojosa Gómez

I went to see my son complete his pre-university studies at that university. They asked for documents. Now we have to wait for them to call him.
Very happy today, March 19, 2024 …

Andres Olate

Great values ??have come out of this faculty, the best celebrated and what refers to both the interior and exterior of the human being, simply thank you very much from the heart.

Patricio Torres (Pato)

This is where Chile's best doctors and specialists are trained.
It is the oldest and most prestigious School of Medicine, both nationally and internationally. …

Sebastián Silva

It is a very beautiful place and you should talk to your professors so they can communicate with the university and thus be able to do an interactive tour.

Ester H. Z.

Every time I go I've been very well taken care of, quickly and efficiently, plus they have very good professionals, you can tell they love what they do.

Carolin Santander

It's a place steeped in history; you feel it when you enter and walk through its corridors. I like it a lot.

Jessica Parra

Beautiful campus, a labyrinth with many surprising corners, including its gardens and staircases.

Luis Quezada

I've had two surgeries here and the service is excellent, the staff, everything is top-notch

Reniel Amigo González

Excellent service from their staff. All health and safety measures are being followed.

Fabián Vásquez

Historic building, includes the JJ Aguirre National Anatomy Auditorium Monument

Francisco Espinoza

Very nice place with the appropriate conditions for everything that is done

Macarena Sánchez

3 out of 5 because they took away my will to live and the internet is bad

carmen Santillán

There is a lack of ramps and spaces need to be made more inclusive.

Ana Magdalena

Very spacious, it has lounges and theaters.
Everyone is friendly.

Wladimir Chandia

Very good medical care, the technical care was a little sloppy.

Francisco Martinez Sanchez

Lack of infrastructure but its professionals are irreplaceable

Mar Val

Excellent place, very pleasant, comfortable, and welcoming.

Iliana Suarez

The administrative staff provides good service and support.

Nancy Figueroa

Seminar: Excellent opportunity for work and knowledge.

Pachita Payne

Chile is great, but the management at the U is awful.

Skeoz

It has everything you need, by far the best

luis sebastian guerrero acevedo

Great university, awesome environment

Yerak Aguilera Gálvez

I went in alive and came out dead.

Gretchen Borean

Beautiful, I would study again

Sylvia Gomez

The service is wonderful!!!!!

luisa cornejo lacroix

Excellent service, thank you

Eduardo

the best university in Xilé

san festein

Hopefully there is comfort

Rodrigo Gonzalez

wisdom. broad-mindedness

patricia Bulnes

Everyone is very cordial

simon Bolivar

Quality, very beautiful

Stefano Gómez Menchise

Notable architecture.

Juan Collao S

Excellent university

Santiago Benavides

Edv is the best!!!!

antony oviedo

that's super good!!

Alan Fernández

Excellent

Rodrigo Alvarez

Very good

Esteban Grenett

like shit

Helena Quintero (Helen Quiper)

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About Chile

Flag of Chile Scenic view of Chile

Chile, officially the Republic of Chile, is a country in western South America. It is the southernmost country in the world and the closest to Antarctica, extending along a narrow strip of land between the Andes Mountains and the Pacific Ocean. According to the 2024 census, Chile had an enumerated population of 18.5 million. The country covers a territorial area of 756,102 square kilometers (291,933 sq mi), sharing b…

Capital
Santiago
Population
20.21M
GDP
CLP 343,823
Region
Americas
Area
756,102 km²

Currency: Chilean peso ($)

Dialing code: +56

Top-level domain: .cl

Timezones: America/Punta_Arenas, America/Santiago, Pacific/Easter

Coordinates: -30.00000000, -71.00000000

Languages: Spanish

Native name: Chile

Nationality: Chilean

Religion snapshot

Christianity is the most widely professed religion in Chile, with Catholicism being its largest denomination. The country is secular and the freedom of religion is established under its Constitution.

About Santiago

Cityscape of Santiago
Country
Chile
Timezone
America/Sao_Paulo
Coordinates
-29.11368000, -54.73359000

Santiago, also known as Santiago de Chile, is the capital and largest city of Chile and one of the largest cities in the Americas. Located in the Chilean Central Valley within the Santiago Basin, between the Andes to the east and the Chilean Coastal Range to the west, it anchors the Santiago Metropolitan Region and its conurbation of Greater Santiago, which…

Local name: Santiago

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