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[[ | [[File:University of Medicine (Taunggyi).jpg|thumb]] [[File:The lawn.jpg|thumb]] {{Infobox university | ||
| name = University of Medicine, Taunggyi | |||
| native_name = တောင်ကြီး ဆေးတက္ကသိုလ် | |||
| established = 2015 | |||
| type = Public | |||
| rector = Dr. Aung Kyaw Myint | |||
| city = Taunggyi | |||
| state = Shan State | |||
| country = Myanmar | |||
| affiliations = Ministry of Health and Sports (Myanmar) | |||
}} | |||
The '''University of Medicine, Taunggyi''' is a public medical university located in [[Taunggyi]], the capital city of [[Shan State]], [[Myanmar]]. Established in 2015, it is one of the newest medical universities in the country, aimed at increasing the number of healthcare professionals in Myanmar, particularly in the Shan State region. | |||
==History== | ==History== | ||
The University of Medicine, Taunggyi was established to address the | The University of Medicine, Taunggyi was officially established in 2015 as part of the Myanmar government's initiative to expand medical education and improve healthcare services across the country. The university was founded to address the shortage of medical professionals in the Shan State and surrounding areas. | ||
== | ==Academic Programs== | ||
The university | The university offers a [[Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery]] (MBBS) program, which is the primary medical degree in Myanmar. The program is designed to train students in the basic and clinical sciences, preparing them for careers as medical doctors. | ||
== | ===Curriculum=== | ||
The University of Medicine, Taunggyi | The MBBS program at the University of Medicine, Taunggyi follows a curriculum that is similar to other medical universities in Myanmar. It includes: | ||
* [[ | |||
* [[ | * Pre-clinical studies: Covering subjects such as [[anatomy]], [[physiology]], [[biochemistry]], and [[pharmacology]]. | ||
* Clinical studies: Including [[internal medicine]], [[surgery]], [[pediatrics]], [[obstetrics and gynecology]], and [[community medicine]]. | |||
* Internship: A mandatory one-year internship in affiliated hospitals, where students gain practical experience in various medical disciplines. | |||
== | ==Facilities== | ||
The university | The university campus is equipped with modern facilities to support medical education, including lecture halls, laboratories, a library, and a teaching hospital. The teaching hospital serves as a primary clinical training site for students and provides healthcare services to the local community. | ||
==Research== | ==Research== | ||
The University of Medicine, Taunggyi | The University of Medicine, Taunggyi encourages research activities among its faculty and students. Research areas include public health, tropical diseases, and healthcare delivery systems. The university collaborates with other medical institutions and organizations to enhance its research capabilities. | ||
==Affiliations== | ==Affiliations== | ||
The university is affiliated with | The university is affiliated with the [[Ministry of Health and Sports (Myanmar)]], which oversees its academic programs and ensures that they meet national standards for medical education. | ||
== | ==Admissions== | ||
Admission to the University of Medicine, Taunggyi is highly competitive. Prospective students must pass the national matriculation examination with high scores, particularly in science subjects. The selection process also considers the needs of the Shan State region for medical professionals. | |||
== | ==Challenges and Future Plans== | ||
* [[ | As a relatively new institution, the University of Medicine, Taunggyi faces challenges such as limited resources and the need for more faculty members. However, the university is committed to expanding its programs and facilities to meet the growing demand for medical education in Myanmar. | ||
==Also see== | |||
* [[University of Medicine 1, Yangon]] | |||
* [[University of Medicine 2, Yangon]] | |||
* [[University of Medicine, Mandalay]] | |||
* [[University of Medicine, Magway]] | |||
* [[Healthcare in Myanmar]] | * [[Healthcare in Myanmar]] | ||
{{Medical schools in Myanmar}} | |||
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[[Category:Universities and colleges in Myanmar]] | |||
[[Category:Medical schools in Myanmar]] | [[Category:Medical schools in Myanmar]] | ||
[[Category: | [[Category:Educational institutions established in 2015]] | ||
[[Category:Taunggyi]] | [[Category:Taunggyi]] | ||
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| Established | 2015 |
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| City | Taunggyi |
| State | Shan State |
| Country | Myanmar |
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The University of Medicine, Taunggyi is a public medical university located in Taunggyi, the capital city of Shan State, Myanmar. Established in 2015, it is one of the newest medical universities in the country, aimed at increasing the number of healthcare professionals in Myanmar, particularly in the Shan State region.
History[edit]
The University of Medicine, Taunggyi was officially established in 2015 as part of the Myanmar government's initiative to expand medical education and improve healthcare services across the country. The university was founded to address the shortage of medical professionals in the Shan State and surrounding areas.
Academic Programs[edit]
The university offers a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) program, which is the primary medical degree in Myanmar. The program is designed to train students in the basic and clinical sciences, preparing them for careers as medical doctors.
Curriculum[edit]
The MBBS program at the University of Medicine, Taunggyi follows a curriculum that is similar to other medical universities in Myanmar. It includes:
- Pre-clinical studies: Covering subjects such as anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, and pharmacology.
- Clinical studies: Including internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, and community medicine.
- Internship: A mandatory one-year internship in affiliated hospitals, where students gain practical experience in various medical disciplines.
Facilities[edit]
The university campus is equipped with modern facilities to support medical education, including lecture halls, laboratories, a library, and a teaching hospital. The teaching hospital serves as a primary clinical training site for students and provides healthcare services to the local community.
Research[edit]
The University of Medicine, Taunggyi encourages research activities among its faculty and students. Research areas include public health, tropical diseases, and healthcare delivery systems. The university collaborates with other medical institutions and organizations to enhance its research capabilities.
Affiliations[edit]
The university is affiliated with the Ministry of Health and Sports (Myanmar), which oversees its academic programs and ensures that they meet national standards for medical education.
Admissions[edit]
Admission to the University of Medicine, Taunggyi is highly competitive. Prospective students must pass the national matriculation examination with high scores, particularly in science subjects. The selection process also considers the needs of the Shan State region for medical professionals.
Challenges and Future Plans[edit]
As a relatively new institution, the University of Medicine, Taunggyi faces challenges such as limited resources and the need for more faculty members. However, the university is committed to expanding its programs and facilities to meet the growing demand for medical education in Myanmar.
