KazNMU and ASBIS Kazakhstan Discuss Prospects for Cooperation in Digital Medicine and Medical Education
On August 20, 2026, the leadership of Asfendiyarov Kazakh National Medical University (KazNMU) held a working meeting with representatives of ASBIS Kazakhstan and Gayane Valchevskaya, a specially invited expert in Apple educational solutions.
ASBIS is an international distributor and provider of information and communication technology solutions operating across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The Group cooperates with Apple and, through its subsidiaries, serves as an authorized distributor of Apple products in a number of countries, including Kazakhstan. Gayane Valchevskaya specializes in Apple educational projects and the implementation of technology solutions in educational environments.
The meeting focused on the development of a modern digital learning environment, international experience in integrating technology into medical education, and prospects for training professionals for the future of digital medicine.
KazNMU was represented by Marat Shoranov, Chairman of the Board – Rector, the University’s Vice-Rectors, and an artificial intelligence specialist. ASBIS Kazakhstan was represented by specialists in digital transformation, corporate solutions, and educational technologies.
During the meeting, Gayane Valchevskaya presented international experience in applying Apple solutions in education, including opportunities for their integration into the training of medical professionals. The participants discussed the potential use of iPad, iMac, MacBook, and Mac Studio devices in the educational process and clinical training, as well as tools for centralized device management and data security.
Particular attention was paid to the development of digital healthcare in Kazakhstan. KazNMU Rector Marat Shoranov spoke about the existing digital infrastructure of the healthcare system, the use of medical information systems, and the specific features of training interns and residents at the University’s clinical sites.
One of the key topics of the meeting was the possibility of establishing a specialized training center at KazNMU using Apple solutions, with the prospect of obtaining the relevant authorized status in the future. As part of this initiative, the participants discussed options for equipping the learning space with modern technology, training the University’s faculty and specialists, including in Swift development, as well as further strengthening competencies in digital medicine.
KazNMU’s existing testing center, with an approximate capacity of 270 seats and the potential to host educational programs, training sessions, and specialized courses, was considered as one of the possible venues for implementing the initiative.
Following the working meeting, representatives of ASBIS Kazakhstan and Gayane Valchevskaya visited the KazNMU testing center, where they familiarized themselves with its infrastructure, technical capabilities, and spatial organization. At the site, the parties discussed potential options for modernizing and adapting the facility for the implementation of joint educational and technological initiatives.
The delegation also visited the KazNMU Student Service Center, where they learned about the organization of student services and the digital solutions currently implemented at the University.
Following the meeting, the parties agreed to continue developing the initiative, determine the possible format and location of the future center, and consider options for its technical equipment and the training of KazNMU specialists.
The implementation of joint initiatives may become an important step toward developing KazNMU’s digital learning environment, introducing modern technological solutions into the training of medical professionals, and building new competencies among future specialists in the field of digital healthcare.
