KMU Institute of Public Health & Social Sciences, IPH&SS
Vision
PH&SS aims to become a leader in public health academics and research with regional impact to global importance and intends to improve populations’ health practices for the ultimate cause of healthier communities.
Mission
Mission of IPH&SS is to safeguard and improve health of the people of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Pakistan by producing highly qualified public health specialists; able to provide preventive health services to the community with effective communication and research skills.
Director's Message
It is with a profound sense of responsibility and commitment that I welcome you to the Institute of Public Health and Social Sciences (IPH&SS) at Khyber Medical University. In a world and a region facing complex health challenges from infectious diseases and maternal-child health to the growing burden of non-communicable diseases and the critical social determinants of health our mission has never been more vital. We are dedicated to safeguarding and improving the health of the people of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Pakistan. This is not merely an academic pursuit; it is a national imperative.
Our core mission is to cultivate the next generation of public health leaders. We are committed to producing highly qualified, empathetic, and skilled public health specialists. Our graduates are equipped not only with deep technical knowledge but also with the effective communication and rigorous research skills necessary to design, implement, and advocate for evidence-based preventive health services in communities that need them most.
Guided by our vision to become a regional academic leader with global importance, we strive for excellence in every facet of our work. Our research endeavours are intentionally focused on local and regional health issues, aiming for solutions that have tangible impact. We believe that by addressing health challenges at our doorstep with innovation and evidence, we contribute to the global body of public health knowledge.
At IPH&SS, we understand that healthier communities are built through collaboration. I extend an invitation to students, researchers, healthcare professionals, community leaders, and policymakers to join us in this critical endeavour. Together, we can translate knowledge into action and ambition into healthier outcomes for all.
We are steadfast in our journey towards creating a future where equitable health is not a privilege, but a reality for every citizen.
Organogram

IPH&SS Prospectus
Annex 1.5 Prospectus IPH 2025-26.pdf
Organogram Deptt. of Family Medicine
Contact Details
- Location: Main Campus, Phase 5, Hayatabad, Peshawar
- Contact: 091-5892867
- Website: www.iphss.kmu.edu.pk
- Email: [email protected]
Programs offered by this institute
- PhD Public Health
(Curriculum) - Master in Public Health
(Curriculum) - MS Epidemiology & Bio-Statistics
(Curriculum) - Diploma in Family Medicine (DFM)
(Curriculum) - BS Public Health
(Curriculum) - MPhil in Community Dentistry
(Curriculum) - Master In Health Research
(Curriculum) - Diploma In Diabetology (DIP-DIAB)
(Curriculum) - Certificate in Health Research (CHR)
- Certificate in Aesthetic Medicine / Advance Certificate in Aesthetic Medicine
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