The Department of Medical Pharmacology focuses on the study and understanding of drugs and their effects on the human body. It examines how drugs interact with biological systems in order to diagnose, treat, and prevent diseases. The term “pharmacology” derives from the Greek words “Pharmacon” (active principle) and “logos” (study or discourse).
The primary aim of pharmacology is to provide scientific data that allows clinicians to select effective and safe drug therapies from various available options.
The main objective of the Department is to provide medical students with comprehensive education in pharmacology and therapeutics. Courses and training programs cover a wide range of topics, including mechanisms of drug action, pharmacokinetics (absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion of drugs), pharmacodynamics (how drugs exert their effects), and drug interactions.
Faculty members within the Department of Medical Pharmacology are experts in areas such as clinical pharmacology, toxicology, psychopharmacology, cardiovascular pharmacology, and more. Our specialists and academicians not only conduct research but also play a significant role in training future healthcare professionals.
The Department frequently collaborates with other units, research institutes, and healthcare facilities to improve drug therapies, develop new drugs, and conduct studies and clinical trials aimed at understanding the safety and efficacy of existing medications. This interdisciplinary approach ensures that students and faculty remain up-to-date with the latest developments in pharmacological research.
Overall, the Department of Medical Pharmacology plays a crucial role in equipping medical students and healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to make informed decisions regarding drug use in patient care. Through research, education, and collaboration, the Department contributes significantly to the advancement of pharmacological sciences and the improvement of healthcare outcomes.
Our Mission
- To educate and train the next generation of research scientists and physicians
- To identify the molecular and cellular basis of human disease
- To advance the development of new therapeutics
- To conduct scientific research, organize seminars and conferences at national and international levels
Our Vision
To be nationally recognized for excellence in medical pharmacology education and research, with the ultimate aim of improving human health.
