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Somali Medical Students Association (SOMSA)

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Connecting medical students across Somalia and the global diaspora. Building academic excellence, community health, and professional identity together.

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๐Ÿฉบ SEMINAR ANNOUNCEMENT | Cancer Diagnosis in Somalia (Esophageal Cancer) activity
SOMSA ActivityNova Hall

๐Ÿฉบ SEMINAR ANNOUNCEMENT | Cancer Diagnosis in Somalia (Esophageal Cancer)

The Somali Medical Students Association (SOMSA), in collaboration with the Somali Digital Library, is pleased to invite medical students, healthcare professionals, and all interested participants to an insightful seminar titled: โ€œCancer Diagnosis in Somalia: From Challenges to Solutions โ€” Clinical Perspectives and Case Studies on Esophageal Cancer.โ€ ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Speaker: Dr. Sagal Omar Salad Pathologist, Sagal Pathology Center This seminar will explore the current landscape of cancer diagnosis in Somalia, highlighting existing challenges, practical solutions, and real clinical experiences with a special focus on Esophageal Cancer, one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers in the country. ๐Ÿ“ Venue: Nova Hall ๐Ÿ“… Date: 16 June 2026 โฐ Time: 4:00 PM Join us for an engaging discussion aimed at advancing cancer awareness, improving diagnostic practices, and strengthening the future of cancer care in Somalia. #SOMSA #CancerDiagnosisInSomalia #EsophagealCancer #MedicalEducation #Pathology #HealthcareLeadership #SomaliaHealthcare #SomaliDigitalLibrary #FutureHealthcareLeaders

Jun 16, 2026

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SEMINAR ANNOUNCEMENT | Cancer Diagnosis in Somalia (leukemia) activity
SOMSA ActivityNova Hall Benadir

SEMINAR ANNOUNCEMENT | Cancer Diagnosis in Somalia (leukemia)

The Somali Medical Students Association (SOMSA), in collaboration with the Somali Digital Knowledge Center, is pleased to invite medical students, healthcare professionals, and all interested participants to an insightful seminar: ๐Ÿฉบ Cancer Diagnosis in Somalia: From Challenges to Solutions โ€” Clinical Perspectives and Case Studies on Leukemia This seminar will explore the current challenges facing cancer diagnosis in Somalia, with a special focus on Leukemia, while discussing practical solutions, clinical experiences, and real-world case studies. ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Speaker: Dr. Kassim Haji Head of the Pathology Department, Nova Diagnostic and Research Center ๐Ÿ“… Date: 16 June 2026 ๐Ÿ•“ Time: 4:00 PM ๐Ÿ“ Venue: Nova Hall ๐—ง๐—ผ ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ด๐—ถ๐˜€๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฟ ๐˜๐—ต๐—ถ๐˜€ ๐—ฆ๐—ฒ๐—บ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐—ฟ ๐—–๐—ผ๐—ป๐˜๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐˜ ๐—จ๐˜€ 61 7943506 Join our WhatsApp group https://chat.whatsapp.com/FY9dSmZXEfuIrfvw0Qg9yi Join us for an engaging academic discussion aimed at strengthening cancer awareness, improving diagnostic approaches, and advancing healthcare knowledge in Somalia. ๐Ÿ”น Open to all medical and health sciences students. ๐Ÿ”น Certificate of participation available. #SOMSA #CancerDiagnosisInSomalia #Leukemia #MedicalEducation #Pathology #HealthcareLeadership #SomaliMedicalStudents #SomaliDigitalLibrary #NovaDiagnosticCenter #FutureHealthcareLeaders

Jun 16, 2026

WHAT WE DO

Comprehensive Initiatives

Six focused initiatives designed to support every stage of a Somali medical student's journey, from admission to specialization and beyond.

Mentorship Network

Connect with senior students, residents, and physicians across Somalia and the diaspora.

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Research Support

Publishing guidance, methodology workshops, and access to medical research databases.

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Community Health

Outreach clinics, health awareness campaigns, and rural healthcare volunteering.

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Exam Preparation

USMLE, AMC, and local board study groups, resources, and peer-led mock exams.

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Diaspora Network

Connecting Somali medical students globally โ€” UK, USA, Canada, Gulf, and Scandinavia.

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Scholarships

Curated scholarship database and personal application support for deserving students.

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Who We Are

Built by students, for Somalia's health future

The Somali Medical Students Association (SOMSA) is a student-led organization founded in 2015 by healthcare students from Mogadishu University, Benadir University, University of Somalia (UNISO), and SIMAD University.

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Building the next generation of Somali health leaders.

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STUDENT VOICES

What Our Community Says

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SOMSA gave me access to mentors I never thought I could reach. Within six months of joining, I had co-authored my first research paper and found my specialty direction.

Bashir Mohamud Mohamed

Bashir Mohamud Mohamed

4rd Year ยท SIMAD University ยท Mogadishu

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As a diaspora student in the UK, SOMSA connected me to my roots and gave me a community that understood my dual identity โ€” Somali and medical professional.

Mohamed Hassan

Mohamed Hassan

Final Year ยท University of Edinburgh ยท UK

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SOMSA gave me access to mentors I never thought I could reach. Within six months of joining, I had co-authored my first research paper and found my specialty direction.

Bashir Mohamud Mohamed

Bashir Mohamud Mohamed

4rd Year ยท SIMAD University ยท Mogadishu

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As a diaspora student in the UK, SOMSA connected me to my roots and gave me a community that understood my dual identity โ€” Somali and medical professional.

Mohamed Hassan

Mohamed Hassan

Final Year ยท University of Edinburgh ยท UK

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SOMSA gave me access to mentors I never thought I could reach. Within six months of joining, I had co-authored my first research paper and found my specialty direction.

Bashir Mohamud Mohamed

Bashir Mohamud Mohamed

4rd Year ยท SIMAD University ยท Mogadishu

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As a diaspora student in the UK, SOMSA connected me to my roots and gave me a community that understood my dual identity โ€” Somali and medical professional.

Mohamed Hassan

Mohamed Hassan

Final Year ยท University of Edinburgh ยท UK

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