Harbin Medical University

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Harbin Medical University (HMU) is a prominent medical university located in Harbin, Heilongjiang, China. It is renowned for its comprehensive medical education, research, and healthcare services. HMU is one of the key institutions under the direct administration of the Ministry of Education of the People's Republic of China.

History[edit | edit source]

Harbin Medical University was founded in 1926 by Dr. Liu Ruiheng, a notable Chinese medical educator. The university has undergone several transformations and mergers over the years, including the integration with the former Harbin Medical College and the Heilongjiang Medical College.

Academics[edit | edit source]

HMU offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in various fields of medicine and health sciences. The university is organized into several schools and departments, including:

  • School of Basic Medical Sciences
  • School of Public Health
  • School of Pharmacy
  • School of Nursing
  • School of Dentistry
  • School of Health Management

Research[edit | edit source]

Harbin Medical University is a leading center for medical research in China. It hosts several national and provincial key laboratories and research centers, such as the Key Laboratory of Cardiovascular Medicine and the Key Laboratory of Pathogen Biology.

Affiliated Hospitals[edit | edit source]

HMU has several affiliated hospitals that provide clinical training and healthcare services. These include:

  • The First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University
  • The Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University
  • The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University

International Collaboration[edit | edit source]

Harbin Medical University actively engages in international collaboration and exchange programs with various institutions worldwide. It has established partnerships with universities and research institutions in countries such as the United States, Canada, Japan, and Germany.

Notable Alumni[edit | edit source]

HMU has produced many distinguished alumni who have made significant contributions to the field of medicine and healthcare. Some notable alumni include:

  • Zhang Boli, a prominent Chinese medical scientist and academician.
  • Wang Chen, a leading respiratory specialist and academician.

See Also[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]

External Links[edit | edit source]

Official website


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