Diploma in Family Medicine: A University-led Specialist Pathway
A PMC Level II-a degree aligned with WHO-EMRO regional resolutions. This program fills critical training gaps in primary care and empowers physicians to deliver superior healthcare as part of the Universal Health Coverage mandate under Sustainable Development Goal 3A.
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Your HEC-recognized university partner
Enroll through our partner institution and begin your clinical residency
Shifa Tameer-e-Millat University pathway
Register through Shifa College of Medicine and GIHD for academic enrollment
The University of Lahore pathway
Enroll through the UOL Department of Family Medicine for your degree
Who should apply to this program
This diploma serves two distinct groups of physicians. Whether you are beginning your career or seeking to advance your practice, CIFM offers a pathway tailored to your stage of professional development.
Fresh graduates
Build clinical confidence and independence through structured residency training.
Practicing physicians
Advance your credentials with flexible learning that accommodates your active practice.
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Fourteen weeks of clinical training
The curriculum spans focused rotations across medicine, pediatrics, surgery, and psychiatry.
Medicine and subspecialties
Master cardiovascular, respiratory, and endocrine conditions in primary care settings.
Pediatrics and immunization
Develop competence in childhood illnesses and vaccination protocols for family practice.
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Surgery and procedures
Acquire essential minor surgical skills and trauma management techniques for primary care emergencies.
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Mental health integration
Learn to screen, assess, and manage mental health conditions within the primary care framework.
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What sets this program apart
CIFM's diploma combines rigorous clinical training with modern educational methods. Our approach ensures you graduate with both theoretical knowledge and practical expertise.
Mental health focus
Specialized modules on primary care psychiatry and psychological assessment. Integration of mental health screening into routine family medicine practice.
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Research methodology
Hands-on training in data collection and evidence-based practice for Universal Health Coverage. Develop skills aligned with SDG 3A objectives.
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Clinical skills lab
Intensive practice in focused physical examinations and diagnostic equipment operation. Supervised sessions with faculty experts in clinical assessment.
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Blended learning model
Combine face-to-face clinical contact with digital learning modules for flexibility. Structured online content supports your in-person clinical rotations.
Take the next step
Begin your residency
Secure your place in the upcoming cohort and transform your medical career.