Texila American University College of Medicine
About College
- Texila American University College of Medicine is located in Guyana. It offers an MD program that leads to an American degree in medicine. The curriculum is designed to enable students to practice medicine in the US and other countries.
- The college has modern facilities, including a medical skills laboratory, library, and research facilities. It also has teaching hospitals where students can get clinical training. The college accepts international students and provides student support services like housing, airport pickups, health insurance, etc.
Highlights:
| Name of Institute | Texila American University College of Medicine |
| Approved by | National Accreditation Council of Guyana (NACG) |
| Rankings | Texila American University, Guyana, ranked 2nd in Guyana and 7078th in the World in 2023 |
| Affiliated hospitals | Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation, St. Joseph Mercy Hospital, and other hospitals in Guyana |
| Cadavers to practice | Provides cadavers for students to practice on as part of their medical education |
| Awards | Not found on the official website |
| Accredited by | Accreditation Council of GuyanaCaribbean Accreditation Authority for Education in Medicine and Other Health Professions |
| Student/Lecturer Ratio | Not found on the official website |
Infrastructure and Facilities
Campus:
The campus is located in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. It spans over 10 acres with modern buildings, laboratories, a library, dorms, and recreational facilities.
Laboratories:
• Anatomy laboratory with cadavers for dissections and prosections.
• Physiology laboratory with equipment for studying human organ systems and functions.
• Biochemistry laboratory for practical work in metabolic processes.
• Microbiology laboratory for studying microbes, sterilization techniques, cultures, etc.
Library: The library has over 10,000 volumes of medical books, journals, databases, e-books, audio-visual resources, and an internet access center.
Hospitals: In addition to rotations, students use the hospitals for hands-on practice - Centro Médico Texila (200 beds), Hospital Metropolitano de Santiago, Clínica Unión Médica, and more.
Hostels: The campus has comfortable dormitories housing up to 500 students with facilities like WiFi, study rooms, laundry, etc.
Food: An on-campus cafeteria offers affordable and nutritious meals. Many other restaurants are also nearby.
Transportation: Regular bus and taxi services operate between the campus, Santo Domingo, and nearby locations. Some students also carpool or use ride-sharing services.
Scholarship:
- Not found on the official website.
Ranking
| Rankings | Texila American University, Guyana, ranked 2nd in Guyana and 7078th in the World in 2023 |
FAQS:
Q. Does MCI approve of Texila American University?
Caribbean Certification Authority for Education in Medicine and Other Health Professions granted TAU certification in 2023. The Medical Council of India (MCI) has also approved Texila for use.
Q. Where in the world is Texila American University located?
Located in Plantation Providence on Guyana's East Bank Demerara (EBD), Georgetown's Texila American University, Guyana Campus has been a center for medical education in the country since 2010.
Q. How can I get admission to Texila American University?
A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with Science, Math, and English all represented by at least one required course.
High school diploma includes non-Science O or A level courses.
Q. Does TAU offer payment plans to students?
- Yes, they do offer installment options.
- Tuition discounts of up to 10% are available for students who pay their TAU bills automatically each semester.
- Employees of TAU's corporate partners are eligible for savings of up to 30%.
Q. Does the campus offer accommodation?
Yes, they have separate facilities for men and women.
Amenities
- Sprawling campus
- Well-equipped labs
- Well-stocked library
- Clinical rotations
- Separate Hostels