Based in Kazan (Russia), Kazan State Medical University (KSMU) is a federal university providing education in nine branches. KSMU is the only university in Russia and Eastern Europe, which has a Royal College of Canada Accredited Residency Program in IM. Established 1814 Rector: Prof. Aleksey Sozinov Faculties: Nine Faculty member: 1,500 (700 academic staff) Number of departments: 65 More than 5500 medical students, clinical residents and interns