Medical Education · Georgia · Sri Lanka

An educational resource on
medical education in Georgia.

SriGeo is not an admissions agency. It is an information platform built to help students understand medical education in Georgia, the USMLE pathway, SLMC recognition, and what it takes to succeed as a medical student here.

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6
Year MD Programme
USMLE
Aligned Curriculum Available
SLMC
Recognised Pathway
Tbilisi
Safe European Capital

The Case for Georgia

Why Georgia is a serious
medical education destination.

Georgia operates under the European Bologna Process and houses universities accredited by global bodies including the WHO and listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools. For the right student, with the right preparation, it offers a genuine pathway to a global medical career.

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Bologna-Compliant European System

Georgian medical universities operate under the European Bologna Process, with credit-based curricula structured to meet international standards.

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USMLE Integration

Several Georgian universities explicitly align curricula with USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 content. Students can begin targeted exam preparation alongside their formal studies from year one.

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Global Accreditation Stack

WHO listing, ECFMG/FAIMER recognition, and inclusion in the World Directory of Medical Schools — the credentials required to pursue licensing internationally.

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Genuinely Affordable

Tuition and living costs combined remain a fraction of Western medical education. Specific tuition figures should be confirmed directly with each university.

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SLMC-Recognised Pathway

A pathway exists for Sri Lankan students to return home and practise medicine through the SLMC-recognised programme. See SLMC section for current status.

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Tbilisi — Safe and Cosmopolitan

Georgia's capital is consistently ranked among Europe's safest cities, with a thriving international student community and welcoming culture for South Asian students.

USMLE in Georgia

For students aiming at residency in the United States.

Many Sri Lankan students choose Georgia specifically because of the USMLE opportunity. Georgian medical degrees are listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools, making graduates eligible for ECFMG certification — the gateway to US residency. Here is how the integration works in practice.

USMLE preparation begins in year one — not after graduation.

The most successful Sri Lankan and international graduates from Georgian universities follow a longitudinal preparation strategy: integrating USMLE-aligned resources with formal coursework from the very beginning of medical school.

Basic sciences taught in years 1–3 (anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, pathology, pharmacology) map directly to Step 1 content. Clinical rotations in years 4–6 align with Step 2 CK. Students who begin First Aid, Anki, and UWorld during their preclinical years consistently outperform those who attempt USMLE preparation only after graduation.

The SriGeo Student Portal includes a structured topic-by-topic checklist for both Step 1 and Step 2 CK, organised by exam date, with progress tracking and a curated library of free preparation resources.

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The Three-Step USMLE Pathway

STEP 1
Basic Sciences
Anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, pathology, pharmacology, microbiology. Target: end of year 3.
STEP 2 CK
Clinical Knowledge
Internal medicine, surgery, paediatrics, obs/gyn, psychiatry. Target: year 5.
STEP 3
Patient Management
Applied clinical decision-making. Typically taken during or after residency.
ECFMG
Certification & Match
ECFMG processes credentials. NRMP Match opens US residency programmes.

University Directory

Medical universities in Georgia
offering English-medium MD programmes.

The list below covers the major medical universities in Georgia offering MD programmes in English. Each link leads to the university's official website, where the most accurate information on tuition fees, admission requirements, and current status is maintained.

Tbilisi State Medical University (TSMU)

Tbilisi · Public · Founded 1918

The oldest and largest medical university in Georgia. The General Medicine MD programme is taught in English for international students.

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Caucasus International University (CIU)

Tbilisi · Private · Founded 1995

Established medical faculty with a strong international student base. English-medium MD programme with affiliated teaching hospitals.

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Georgian American University (GAU)

Tbilisi · Private · Founded 2001

Medical school established 2017. Six-year (360 ECTS) MD curriculum aligned with WFME global standards, structured to integrate basic and clinical sciences throughout.

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Georgian National University SEU

Tbilisi · Private · Founded 2001

One of the largest private universities in Georgia. Six-year MD programme in English with a focus on international student support.

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Caucasus University (CU)

Tbilisi · Private · Founded 1998

Multi-faculty private university with a medical programme oriented towards international students and clinical training partnerships.

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East European University (EEU)

Tbilisi · Private

Private university with a six-year English-medium MD programme. Focus on integrated clinical exposure from early years.

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Alte University

Tbilisi · Private

Multi-disciplinary university offering an English-medium MD programme. Active research culture and international collaborations.

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David Tvildiani Medical University (DTMU)

Tbilisi · Private · Founded 1992

Specialised medical and dental university. Six-year MD programme with an established reputation for rigorous training.

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New Vision University (NVU)

Tbilisi · Private

English-medium MD programme with modern facilities and active international partnerships including affiliations with North American institutions.

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University of Georgia (UG)

Tbilisi · Private · Founded 2004

One of the largest private universities in Georgia. The medical faculty offers a six-year English-medium MD programme.

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Petre Shotadze Tbilisi Medical Academy

Tbilisi · Private · Founded 1992

Specialised medical institution with a six-year MD programme and emphasis on integrated clinical practice.

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Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University (TSU)

Tbilisi · Public · Founded 1918

Georgia's flagship public university. The Faculty of Medicine offers a six-year MD programme. Strong research output.

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Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University

Batumi · Public · Founded 1935

Public university located in the coastal city of Batumi. English-medium MD programme attracting international students.

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Akaki Tsereteli State University

Kutaisi · Public

Public university with a Faculty of Medicine offering a six-year MD programme in English for international students.

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Geomedi University

Tbilisi · Private

Specialised medical and health sciences university with English-medium MD and allied health programmes.

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Grigol Robakidze University

Tbilisi · Private

Multi-faculty private university with a Faculty of Medicine offering an English-medium six-year MD programme.

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Ilia State University

Tbilisi · Public · Founded 2006

Research-oriented public university with a six-year medical programme and active international partnerships.

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BAU International University Batumi

Batumi · Private

Part of the international BAU network with campuses across multiple countries. Six-year MD programme with international exchange options.

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About this list. Tuition fees, admission criteria, and programme structure vary by university and change frequently. SriGeo deliberately does not republish fee figures because outdated tuition information harms students more than it helps. Always confirm current information directly with each university's official admissions office before applying. If a university you are interested in is not listed here, contact us — we will add it once verified.

Sri Lanka Recognition

Sri Lanka Medical Council
recognition status — straight facts.

For a Sri Lankan medical graduate to register and practise medicine in Sri Lanka, the medical degree must be from a university recognised by the Sri Lanka Medical Council (SLMC). Recognition is reviewed on a 5-year cycle. Below is the current position.

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Currently SLMC-Recognised

Tbilisi State Medical University (TSMU)

As of the current information available to SriGeo, Tbilisi State Medical University is the medical university in Georgia with active recognition from the Sri Lanka Medical Council. A graduate of TSMU's MD programme is eligible to apply to the SLMC for degree approval and subsequently sit the ERPM (Examination for Registration to Practise Medicine) — the licensing examination required to practise medicine in Sri Lanka.

SLMC recognition is granted for a 5-year period and must be renewed before expiry. Recognition status changes — sometimes mid-cycle. Other Georgian universities may also pursue SLMC recognition in future cycles. Before making any decision based on SLMC recognition, students should always verify the current status directly on the SLMC website.

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The pathway home — practising medicine in Sri Lanka

After completing an MD from an SLMC-recognised Georgian university, the route to practising in Sri Lanka follows a defined process administered by the SLMC and the Ministry of Health.

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Confirm SLMC Recognition

Verify the chosen university's recognition status directly on the SLMC website before applying. Confirm the recognition is current — not expired or pending renewal.

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Complete the 6-Year MD

Including the mandatory clinical internship year. Maintain academic records and ensure all required documentation is preserved throughout.

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Apply for Degree Approval

Submit the degree, transcripts, internship documentation, and identity documents to the SLMC. The SLMC verifies authenticity directly with the university.

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Sit the ERPM Examination

Once degree approval is granted, the graduate may apply to sit the ERPM. Passing the ERPM leads to provisional registration and the medical internship in Sri Lanka.

For the official SLMC procedure, see slmc.gov.lk — Study Abroad and Practice in Sri Lanka.

Inside the Curriculum

What actually happens across
six years of medical school.

Understanding the structure of a Georgian medical curriculum — and how USMLE preparation and portfolio building integrate with it — is the difference between drifting through medical school and graduating prepared for a global career.

Y1

Foundations of Medicine

Cell biology, biochemistry, anatomy, histology, medical physics. Many Georgian curricula integrate basic and clinical science from year one. This is where the foundation for USMLE Step 1 begins — Anki, First Aid familiarisation, and structured study habits matter from the start.

AnatomyBiochemistryHistologyBegin Anki
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Physiology, Microbiology & Pathology

Organ system physiology, immunology, microbiology, and introductory pathology. These subjects form the largest share of USMLE Step 1 content. Resources such as Pathoma, Sketchy Micro, BRS Physiology, and First Aid become central study companions.

PhysiologyMicrobiologyPathologyFirst Aid
Y3

Clinical Pharmacology & Pathophysiology

Integration of pathology with pharmacological management. OSCE assessments are introduced. The end of year 3 is a common target for completing USMLE Step 1. Portfolio documentation requirements typically begin.

PharmacologyOSCE PrepPortfolio StartStep 1 Target
Y4

Clinical Rotations Begin

Supervised clinical clerkships in internal medicine, surgery, obstetrics & gynaecology, and paediatrics in affiliated teaching hospitals. UWorld Step 2 CK preparation runs in parallel with clinical learning.

Internal MedicineSurgeryStep 2 PrepCase Logs
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Advanced Clinical Rotations

Psychiatry, neurology, emergency medicine, and electives. Step 2 CK examination is typically targeted for completion by the end of year 5. Research involvement, conference presentations, and publications strengthen residency applications.

PsychiatryNeurologyStep 2 CKResearch
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Internship Year & Certification

The mandatory clinical internship in Georgian hospitals. ECFMG certification process for those targeting US residency. Portfolio finalisation, licensing exam strategy execution, and preparation for the next chapter — Sri Lanka, UK (PLAB), USA (Match), or Gulf.

Clinical InternshipECFMGPortfolio CompleteLicensing

A medical portfolio is a structured, ongoing record of clinical experiences, reflections, certifications, and professional development. Several Georgian universities require it as part of formal assessment. More importantly, it is a powerful asset for licensing applications, residency matching, and career advancement.

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Case Logs

Documented patient encounters from clinical rotations with reflective notes on learning points and clinical reasoning.

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Certificates & CPD

Courses, workshops, conferences, and continuing professional development activities documented with completion certificates.

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Research & Publications

Conference abstracts, peer-reviewed papers, and poster presentations. Even one publication meaningfully strengthens an application.

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Reflective Practice

Written reflections on clinical encounters, ethical considerations, and personal professional growth — a core competency in medical education.

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OSCE Records

Structured clinical examination results and feedback, demonstrating clinical competency progression year on year.

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Language & Communication

Evidence of Georgian language acquisition, patient communication skills, and cross-cultural competence.

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About SriGeo

Built from inside
Georgian medical academia.

Professor Dr. Tharaka Dunuwila

Professor Dr. Tharaka Dunuwila

MD · PhD · MAcadMEd

Medical Educator & Researcher
Tbilisi, Georgia

Faculty, Department of Medicine — Georgian American University
Associate Professor — Alte University
Invited Professor — Georgian National University SEU
MD — Tbilisi State Medical University
ORCID ↗ Google Scholar ↗

SriGeo was built because a medical educator saw what was missing.

SriGeo is an independent educational platform created and maintained by Professor Dr. Tharaka Dunuwila — a Sri Lankan medical educator working at multiple universities in Tbilisi, Georgia. The platform exists to address a specific gap: the absence of an honest, comprehensive resource on medical education in Georgia, written from inside academia rather than from outside the country by commercial agencies.

Most websites promoting Georgian medical universities are admission funnels operated by recruitment agencies. They are designed to convert visitors into commission-generating enrolments. They do not explain how to actually succeed once a student arrives — what curriculum to expect, how to integrate USMLE preparation from year one, what a professional portfolio should contain, or what SLMC recognition actually means in practice.

SriGeo addresses these gaps directly. The site does not represent any single university, does not collect commissions, and does not promise admission outcomes. It exists to inform — and to provide structured study tools through the Student Portal that help prospective and current medical students navigate their education with clarity.

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