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  Open Medical Institute

The Open Medical Institute (OMI) is an educational initiative for medical professionals which aims to improve healthcare on a global scale. Fellows trained by the OMI are equipped to significantly enhance healthcare delivery in their home countries. The program was founded in 1993 by the American Austrian Foundation (AAF) and the Open Society Foundations (OSF) in close collaboration with physicians from Weill Cornell Medicine. Over the past decades, many leading medical institutions in the United States and Europe have joined this initiative by providing highly committed faculty who donate their time and expertise, sharing knowledge and experience with colleagues from around the world. Since 1993, the OMI has awarded more than 30,300 fellowships to physicians from 138 different countries, to whom more than 3,800 observerships in Austrian and American hospitals have been granted.

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From Acne to Autoimmune Skin Disorders: Why Dermatology Matters

From Acne to Autoimmune Skin Disorders: Why Dermatology Matters

Dermatology can affect more than just the skin. It is a window into overall health, confidence, and quality of life. This year’s dermatology seminar took place from April 19 to 25, 2026, with 33 fellows from 24 countries present, including Albania, the Czech Republic, Estonia, Mexico, Nigeria, and...

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From Acne to Autoimmune Skin Disorders: Why Dermatology Matters

From Acne to Autoimmune Skin Disorders: Why Dermatology Matters

Dermatology can affect more than just the skin. It is a window into overall health, confidence, and quality of life. This year’s dermatology seminar took place from April 19 to 25, 2026, with 33 fellows from 24 countries present, including Albania, the Czech Republic,...

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Developing Specialized Care in Latin America

Developing Specialized Care in Latin America

Specialized care in pediatric pulmonology remains limited in many parts of the world, especially in low and middle-income countries. Respiratory diseases are among the leading causes of illness and death in children under five, yet the number of trained pediatric...

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Family Medicine Is Where Care Begins!

Family Medicine Is Where Care Begins!

In a rapidly changing world, it is more important than ever to remind ourselves of what matters most. For us, that is cultivating professional and personal relationships, all for the ultimate goal of improving healthcare globally. This week’s seminar in Family...

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