The article examines the history of the organization and activities of the scientific society of forensic physicians and criminalists at the Department of Forensic Medicine of the Sverdlovsk State Medical Institute (SSMI) as one of the regional branches of the All-Union Scientific Society of Forensic Physicians and Criminalists (VNOSMiK). In the first years after the organization of the Department of Forensic Medicine of SSMI (1936—1951), scientific conferences became the basis for the development of forensic science in the Urals, uniting forensic physicians, forensic chemists, and criminalists. A platform was created for the advancement of science and the solution of interdisciplinary problems. Under the leadership of Professor P. V. Ustinov, more than 100 meetings were held, reports were heard on various aspects of forensic medicine, including military examination, toxicology, obstetric and gynecological studies, and casuistic cases. In the second period (1951—1975), the activities of the society became official as a branch of VNOSMiK and expanded. The main areas of work were traumatology, toxicology, sudden death, deontology, and interaction with law enforcement agencies. The scientific society played a key role in improving the qualifications of forensic medical experts in the region, introducing new research methods and organizing health education work. Particular attention is paid to the contributions of Professor P. V. Ustinov, who headed the society for 24 years, as well as the participation of the forensic medicine department staff in scientific, methodological and consulting activities. The materials of the article are based on archival sources reflecting the dynamics of forensic medicine development in Sverdlovsk in the mid-20th century.

history of forensic medicine, professor P. V. Ustinov, scientific society, examination.