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Key message / Theme: “Reforming Medical Education for a Sustainable and Healthy Future”

Discussion topics include national reforms, integration of SDGs into policy, digital transformation (e-learning, simulation, telemedicine), international partnerships, gender equality and inclusivity, primary healthcare strengthening, and rural education challenges.

Activities planned: Presentation, Q&A with policymakers and educators, and networking for partnership building.

Target audience: Policymakers, medical universities, international organisations, healthcare professionals and students, EdTech companies, NGOs, and Expo participants.

Speaker (provisional): Prof. Dr. Keneshbek YRYSOV, Vice-Rector, Kyrgyz State Medical Academy.

【Reflection】

The session “Development of Medical Education in Kyrgyzstan in the Context of the SDGs” held under SDGs + Beyond: Future Society for Life Week at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, highlighted how medical education reform serves as a foundation for sustainable and resilient health systems. Representing the Kyrgyz Republic, Prof. Dr. Keneshbek Yrysov, Vice-Rector of the Kyrgyz State Medical Academy (KSMA), presented an extensive overview of the country’s higher medical education landscape, underlining its mission to meet society’s needs through quality training, research, and clinical practice. Established in 1939, KSMA now educates more than 12,000 students, including 3,300 international learners, and integrates continuous learning, inclusivity for students with disabilities, and simulation-based training into its system. Its vision reflects a clear alignment with SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) and SDG 4 (Quality Education) through innovation and international collaboration.

Following this, Dr. Naoya Ikeda, Director of Kiwa Hospital in Japan, presented pioneering techniques in sustainable breast cancer surgery—particularly the Total Sealing Technique (TST)—that significantly reduce postoperative complications such as lymphoedema. His work demonstrated how innovation in surgical practice can directly contribute to cost efficiency, improved patient quality of life, and the reduction of healthcare inequalities, embodying SDG 3 in clinical innovation.

Ms. Kanako Ono, from Dr. Recella Group, explored the intersection of beauty, health, and environmental sustainability, linking responsible corporate strategy with human well-being. Ms. Aizada Arzymatova, CEO of MedPharm Consulting, addressed the economic and policy aspects, emphasizing investment opportunities in Kyrgyzstan’s pharmaceutical sector and the vital role of private–public partnerships for sustainable growth.

Together, the speakers illustrated a multidimensional approach—spanning education, technology, entrepreneurship, and healthcare equity—that positions Kyrgyzstan and its partners as contributors to a healthier, more inclusive future. The session embodied Expo 2025’s core ethos of connecting knowledge and practice beyond borders to reimagine health and education for sustainable development.

【Post EXPO Initiatives】

Building on the dialogue at Expo 2025, the Kyrgyz State Medical Academy aims to strengthen international academic mobility, joint research projects, and digital transformation in medical education through e-learning and simulation technologies. Collaborative initiatives with Japanese institutions, such as Kiwa Hospital, are expected to advance surgical innovation and clinical training exchanges, fostering practical implementation of sustainable medical solutions.

MedPharm Consulting plans to expand investment cooperation in Kyrgyzstan’s pharmaceutical and healthcare industries, creating opportunities for green and socially responsible businesses. Dr. Recella Group will continue integrating sustainability into healthcare and lifestyle sectors, promoting well-being through ethical corporate engagement.

Future efforts will also focus on enhancing gender equality, inclusive training, and rural medical education, ensuring that no community is left behind. By aligning education, innovation, and investment, these initiatives seek to transform Expo 2025’s discussions into long-term partnerships that contribute tangibly to the Sustainable Development Goals and a resilient, people-centred health system for the region.