The University was started as Stalingrad Medical Institute and founded in 1935. Later in 1993, this Institute got the status of the Academy. In 2003, the University was given the status of a University and was recognized by the Education Department of Russian Federation. Currently, Volgograd State Medical University is headed by renowned Russian Scientist who is decorated with the honor of Russian Academy of Medical Sciences - Prof. Vladimir I. Petrov.
Volgograd State Medical University is located in Volgograd which is situated in the southern part of Russia on the west bank of the Volga River. The University is accredited by the Russian Ministry for Education for the teaching of both Russian and Foreign students. The University has been training international students since 1962. Since 2000 the Volgograd State Medical University has got an opportunity to teach foreign students in the English language. The University is listed in the Directory of Higher Medical Schools recognized by the World Health Organisation. It means that the graduates from Volgograd State Medical University can work in any country after passing national examinations of that particular country