Established in 1989, Lorestan University of Medical Sciences is a higher-education institution located in the medium city of Khorramabad (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Lorestan. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Health and Medical Education of Iran, Lorestan University of Medical Sciences (LUMS) is a coeducational Iranian higher education institution. Lorestan University of Medical Sciences (LUMS) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. LUMS also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.