30th anniversary of Medical Law Department at Sechenov University

The paper discusses the core activities of the Medical Law Department at the Institute of Social Sciences of the I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University. It analyzes the organization of the Department’s activities and identifies the key tasks of student relations.

One of the key development areas of the Department has been the research on improper medical care, associated risks, and the liability of medical professionals. The paper focuses on the integration of research and education under the leadership of Academician Sergeev and the importance of the student research club for the training of young professionals. It presents the best students’ publications and awards at such venues as the Medical Spring Forum. We also highlight the Department’s practice-oriented approach implemented through regular updating of teaching aids based on case law and the introduction of short-term programs to improve legal literacy. We come to a conclusion about the Department’s integrated approach to developing students’ skills required in the contemporary healthcare system. Thus, the Department’s research addresses a wide range of issues and determines the needs for developing a set of relevant training programs, including continued professional training.