Tribhuvan University Institute of Medicine (IOM) was established in 1972 with the responsibility of training all categories of health workers in the country. It’s primary goal has been train primary health care workers as well as tertiary care workers including specialists. From the time of its establishment, there has been changes, both quantitatively and qualitatively, according the medical needs of the country.

:: Objectives of IOM (at the time of establishment)

Develop undergraduate and postgraduate level of human resources for health.
Undertake scientific research in the field of health sciences.
Provide curative, rehabilitative, promotional and preventive health care services.
Activate continuing medical education for health professionals.
Provide training for certificate-level health personnel (no longer present).