International students swear Hippocratic Oath in Moldova
Forty-four students from India, Israel, and Ukraine, graduates of the Nicolae Testemițanu State University of Medicine and Pharmacy, have sworn the Hippocratic Oath.
After six years of study in the Republic of Moldova, these young professionals are now ready to return to their home countries and contribute to their communities. Meanwhile, their professors are eager to welcome them back as specialists.
Noureen Ali, originally from India, is one of the graduates who took the Hippocratic Oath today. She explains that she decided to become a doctor to follow in her mother’s footsteps, as her mother is a nurse.
"I chose Moldova because, among all the countries, it offers the highest quality education, especially compared to China and other nations," said Noureen. "In the future, I will go back to India, where I will take exams. Once I pass them, I will think about what comes next—perhaps pursuing postgraduate studies."
Zahra Alchaar, who came to study in Moldova from Ukraine, also followed in her parents' footsteps. She recalls that the first years of university were the hardest, filled with challenges.
"Everything was new to me, and there was also the language barrier. Here, everyone communicated in Romanian and Russian. My time studying in Moldova was the best experience. These six years flew by, and I gained valuable new experiences," Zahra says. "I came here when I was 18, and now I’m 24."
The students express their appreciation for the opportunity to receive quality education. "I’m from Israel, but I studied here and met some amazing people," one student shared. "I love Moldova, I love this land, and I feel at home here, maybe even better."
Professors are looking forward to seeing their graduates return as specialists. "These young graduates, now licensed doctors, have completed their program and passed their exams with flying colors. We congratulate them, and this is undoubtedly an important event for both the academic community and our country," said Mircea Bețiu, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine.
Emil Ceban, rector of the university, emphasized the significance of training international students. "We have been training international students for 30 years now. Over the years, the geography and countries have changed, and we’ve sought more qualified students from different nations. Above all, they contribute to the development of our economy and university, helping us create better conditions for work and education for our beneficiaries. This is also a great representation of our country," he said.
Since 2018, foreign student admissions have been held twice a year – in spring and autumn.
Translation by Iurie Tataru
