RCSI Medical University of Bahrain is proud to celebrate the outstanding success of its students and graduates in securing residency placements across North America in the 2026 match cycle. Our candidates achieved 19 matches in the United States (65% match rate) and 9 in Canada (60% match rate), across a diverse range of specialties including Internal Medicine, Paediatrics, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine and Ophthalmology.

Their success in securing placements at leading institutions such as the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, University of Arizona, McMaster University, University of Toronto and University of British Columbia reflects both their exceptional calibre and the quality of the University’s student-centred global medical education.

Commenting on this achievement, Professor Sameer Otoom, President of RCSI Medical University of Bahrain, stated: “We are immensely proud of our students and graduates whose achievements reflect hard work, determination and resilience, supported by the strong academic and clinical guidance received throughout your journey. As you progress into leading international healthcare systems, you carry forward the skills, clinical competence and patient-centred ethos to make a meaningful impact on patient care. I look forward to your future endeavours.”

By equipping students with the competencies, adaptability and global perspective required for modern healthcare systems, RCSI Medical University of Bahrain continues to open pathways to prestigious postgraduate opportunities worldwide, reinforcing its commitment to developing future-ready healthcare professionals.