World Federation For Medical Education
Also known as: Wfme
Established to enhance the quality of medical education worldwide, the World Federation for Medical Education (WFME) works to support healthcare for all through promoting quality medical education for the global physician workforce & prospective students & trainees. Its priorities include the Recognition of Accreditation Programme; World Directory of Medical Schools; WFME standards; & Webinars.
Activities & Mission
Established to enhance the quality of medical education worldwide, the World Federation for Medical Education (WFME) works to support healthcare for all through promoting quality medical education for the global physician workforce & prospective students & trainees. Its priorities include the Recognition of Accreditation Programme; World Directory of Medical Schools; WFME standards; & Webinars.
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Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 84% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1712). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 52% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £561,428 | £604,489 | £604,489 | £268,924 | £268,924 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about World Federation For Medical Education
What does World Federation For Medical Education do?
Established to enhance the quality of medical education worldwide, the World Federation for Medical Education (WFME) works to support healthcare for all through promoting quality medical education for the global physician workforce & prospective students & trainees. Its priorities include the Recognition of Accreditation Programme; World Directory of Medical Schools; WFME standards; & Webinars.
How much income did World Federation For Medical Education report in 2025?
World Federation For Medical Education reported total income of £561k and reported expenditure of £604k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is World Federation For Medical Education?
World Federation For Medical Education has a program ratio of 107.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 84% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1712 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was World Federation For Medical Education registered as a charity?
World Federation For Medical Education was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 September 2024 as charity number 1209907. It has been registered for 2 years.
Who runs World Federation For Medical Education?
World Federation For Medical Education is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Professor Ricardo Leon-Borquez. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does World Federation For Medical Education operate?
World Federation For Medical Education operates across 83 areas, including Anguilla, Antigua And Barbuda, Argentina and 80 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is World Federation For Medical Education a registered charity?
Yes — World Federation For Medical Education is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1209907.
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167-169 Great Portland Street
5th floor
London
United Kingdom
W1W 5PF
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- 14 May 2026
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