Kayrlieva Albina Zhumataevna

Curator of the museum fund

Seitzhanova Gaukhar Maralovna

Head of the museum

Kayrlieva Albina Zhumataevna

Curator of the museum fund

WKMU Museum

The museum of the West Kazakhstan Medical University (WKMU) named after Marat Ospanov is an integral part of the university in Aktobe, Kazakhstan, focused on preserving the institution's history and promoting medical education. Its primary activities center on educational and research work, storage of exhibits, and reflection of achievements in healthcare and science in the region.

The opening of the museum, dedicated to the 40th anniversary of the founding of the WKMU, took place on October 3, 1997. The ribbon in honor of the opening of the museum was cut by Professor A.S.Smagulov, rector of the WKMU from 1971 to 1995; it was he who came up with the idea of creating museum.

Mission and Activities

The museum's core purpose is to inspire students and visitors by:

  • Cultivating interest in medical science and fostering compassion for patients.
  • Honoring teachers and preserving the university's traditions.
  • Organizing educational excursions, lectures, and thematic events, including those dedicated to the anniversaries of outstanding scientists. 

Collections and Exhibits

The museum houses various exhibits that trace the origins and development of the university and medicine in Western Kazakhstan. 

  • Historical Development:Displays include materials reflecting the university's growth since its founding in 1957 as the Aktobe State Medical Institute.
  • Anatomical Museum:The first dean of the institute, A.P. Sorokin, organized an anatomical museum, which became renowned as the best among medical universities in Kazakhstan.
  • Scientific Achievements:The museum showcases modern scientific advancements, including the development of clinical units like the Western Kazakhstan Cardiac Surgery Center and the introduction of modern technologies.
  • Notable Figures:Exhibits often feature prominent professors, their diplomas, books, and theses, highlighting the contributions of key figures to medical science.