Southern Medical University

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Southern Medical University (Chinese: 南方医科大学, abbreviated as SMU), formerly known as First Military Medical University, affiliated to the People's Liberation Army of China, is an institution of higher learning in Guangzhou, the capital city of Guangdong Province, China. It was founded in 1951 and became one of the premier medical universities in 1978. The university is under the direct leadership of the State Ministry of Education.

History[edit | edit source]

Southern Medical University was founded in October 1951 by the People's Liberation Army and was named First Military Medical University. In August 2004, the university was handed over to the local government of Guangdong Province and renamed Southern Medical University.

Campus[edit | edit source]

The main campus, located in the northern suburb of Guangzhou, is a site of spreading lawns and towering trees with an abundance of sun, shade and greenery. The campus is the home of a library, which houses a collection of books, periodicals and electronic resources in the medical and related disciplines.

Academics[edit | edit source]

Southern Medical University offers more than 80 programs for bachelors, masters and doctoral degrees. The university has been authorized by the State Ministry of Education to offer undergraduate programs in clinical medicine, nursing, anesthesiology, medical imaging, medical laboratory science, and public health.

Affiliated Hospitals[edit | edit source]

Southern Medical University has established a comprehensive and multi-level teaching system covering undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and post-doctoral education. The university has a number of affiliated hospitals, providing a solid base for medical teaching and research.

Notable Alumni[edit | edit source]

Many graduates from Southern Medical University have made significant contributions to the medical field. Some of the notable alumni include Zhang Kang, a renowned surgeon, and Li Lanjuan, a member of the Chinese Academy of Engineering.

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