Our Congress has its own history
A unique story about resilience, passion and perspective that we are glad to share with you.
IMSCB, short for the International Medical Students’ Congress of Bucharest, is one of the most remarkable events held annually, returning next spring, within the walls of Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy.
Activating in science can become a normality, not a particularity.
As medical students intrigued by the never-ending beauty of curiosity and innovation in healthcare, we believe that young talents and bright minds should be encouraged to showcase their take on various scientific topics and to explore their out-of-the-ordinary ideas. So, every year, we aim to provide an environment where research opportunities are more accessible and where activating in science can become a normality, not a particularity.
The Idea
The International Medical Students’ Congress of Bucharest, also known as IMSCB, is the largest medical congress for students and young healthcare professionals in Eastern Europe. Its first edition took place in 2017, emerging naturally after 20 successful editions of the National Congress for Students and Young Doctors. This transition from a national to an international format was driven by the steady evolution of the academic and scientific environment within our community. Science does not stand still, as it constantly pushes its own boundaries.
With each edition, the vision expanded, the ambitions grew, and the need to connect with the global scientific community became imperative. IMSCB was born out of this momentum as a platform created to explore the limitless horizons of medicine and research, to challenge perspectives, and to foster collaboration beyond borders. Rooted in tradition yet focused on innovation, IMSCB continues to grow as a symbol of scientific exchange and academic excellence.
The History
1996
The National Congress for Students and Young Doctors was founded.
2017
For the first time, the congress became International, under the new name of International Medical Students' Congress of Bucharest (IMSCB).
2020
The outbreak of the SARS-CoV2 pandemic led to the congress being moved to an online format.
2021
The 5-year anniversary of the congress was marked by rebranding it as International Medical Students' Summit of Bucharest (IMSSB).
2022
We continued the tradition of IMSCB by developing the key events of the congress and introducing new opportunities, such as the concept of Science Fair.
2025
A record-breaking edition featuring 185 scientific events and our highest turnout of international speakers. We continue our mission to shape future generations of medical doctors, connected to global emerging trends.
The Present
A decade in, and the spark that started it all is igniting a new era of medical innovation.
For our 10th anniversary edition, coming in Spring 2027, IMSCB keeps the spark alive with bold science, real stories from the frontlines of medicine, and the kind of breakthroughs that don’t just stay in journals; they change futures. We’re growing and evolving, but we remain grounded in what started it all: curiosity, collaboration, and a drive to do better.
Be part of the next chapter
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