China Medical University (Taiwan)

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China Medical University (Chinese: 中國醫藥大學) is a private university located in Taichung, Taiwan. It was established in 1958 and is one of the leading medical universities in Taiwan. The university offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs in various fields of medicine, pharmacy, nursing, and public health.

History[edit | edit source]

China Medical University was founded in 1958 by Dr. Wang Xiaoqian, a renowned physician and medical educator. The university was initially established as China Medical College and was the first private medical institution in Taiwan. In 2003, it was upgraded to a university and renamed China Medical University.

Academics[edit | edit source]

China Medical University comprises three colleges: the College of Medicine, the College of Pharmacy, and the College of Health Care. The university offers a wide range of programs at undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels. The university is known for its strong emphasis on research and has several research centers dedicated to various fields of medicine.

College of Medicine[edit | edit source]

The College of Medicine offers programs in Clinical Medicine, Biomedical Sciences, and Medical Laboratory Science and Biotechnology. The college is known for its rigorous curriculum and high-quality clinical training.

College of Pharmacy[edit | edit source]

The College of Pharmacy offers programs in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Clinical Pharmacy, and Biotechnology. The college is recognized for its strong research output and its focus on the development of new drugs and therapies.

College of Health Care[edit | edit source]

The College of Health Care offers programs in Nursing, Public Health, and Healthcare Administration. The college aims to train professionals who can contribute to the improvement of public health and healthcare services in Taiwan.

Research[edit | edit source]

China Medical University is a research-intensive university. It has several research centers, including the Center for Molecular Medicine, the Center for Cancer Research, and the Center for Neuropsychiatry Research. The university's research focuses on areas such as cancer, neuroscience, and cardiovascular diseases.

Campus[edit | edit source]

The university's campus is located in Taichung, one of the largest cities in Taiwan. The campus features state-of-the-art facilities, including research laboratories, lecture halls, a library, and a hospital.

Notable alumni[edit | edit source]

Several notable individuals have graduated from China Medical University, including prominent physicians, researchers, and healthcare administrators in Taiwan.

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