In response to developments in the healthcare field, medical schools across Asia are incorporating new technologies and pedagogical approaches, emphasizing collaboration and interprofessional education, and preparing students to work in a global context. Established in 2013, Tan Tao University School of Medicine (SOM) was the first non-profit university in Vietnam to adopt the model of American liberal education.
The school strives to provide a modern and progressive training environment that promotes international integration and it has emerged as a leader in multidisciplinary, medical education within Vietnam. One of the distinguishing features of the Faculty of Medicine at the SOM is its provision of the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) courses for Asian medical students. This offering serves as a lowercost alternative to overseas Vietnamese and international students seeking to pursue a career as a physician.
To ensure that students are equipped with practical skills, the school provides access to modern laboratory equipment and teaching methods for clinical study, and opportunities to participate in research and scientific reports at conferences and workshops in Vietnam, China, Korea, and the United States. Additionally, each year the university hosts world-renowned, American professors to teach its students.
Through its commitment towards innovative approaches in medical education and preparation for USMLE, the Faculty of Medicine at Tan Tao University is contributing to the enhancement of medical education in Asia. The school is committed to preparing students to practice medicine in Vietnam and the United States, and to equipping them with the necessary tools to succeed in a rapidly changing global landscape.
Hands-On Training with Industry-Academia Partnership
The SOM at Tan Tao University (TTU) has gained a reputation for its multidisciplinary medical training program, which sets it apart from other universities in Vietnam. SOM offers several advantages, including compliance with the regulations set forth by the Ministry of Education and Training, and the expansion of students’ medical knowledge by teaching part of the curriculum from the School of Medicine at the University of Illinois, Chicago, USA. TTU is the only university in Vietnam offering a bilingual English-Vietnamese program that provides students with the ability to speak foreign languages and access international medical records. Eventually, full training of medical graduates will be conducted in English as international cooperation expands.
TTU also provides clinical clerkship opportunities in major hospitals in Ho Chi Minh City, the US, and Korea, allowing students to practice medicine in both Vietnam and the United States. This is the only university in Vietnam currently preparing students for the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Step 1 and 2, facilitating the transfer of students to doctoral programs in Vietnam and the United States upon graduation. Moreover, SOM students participate in research and present scientific reports at conferences and workshops held in Vietnam, China, Korea, and the United States. Lastly, graduates of SOM possess the skills and behaviors of US physicians, and learners are confident in their ability to provide healthcare to the people of Vietnam and other regional countries. TTU’s talented students will also have opportunities to pursue further studies and work in foreign countries worldwide, including the US, upon completion of the program.
Innovations in Pedagogy
Tan Tao University of Medicine is an esteemed institution providing students with comprehensive medical education. The university is equipped with state-ofthe- art infrastructure that offers hands-on training to students. One of the most advanced facilities that the school provides is the Anatomage Table, which is a 3D anatomy visualization, virtual dissection, and radiology imaging tool for anatomy and physiology education. The university also has a hospital that caters to the medical needs of the community while also providing research and practical teaching opportunities to medical students.
The School of Medicine (SOM) at Tan Tao University (TTU) has gained a reputation for its multidisciplinary medical training program, which sets it apart from other universities in Vietnam
TTU places great emphasis on industry-academia partnerships and aligns its pedagogy with industry requirements. The institute has also established a close collaboration between the university and the hospitals to create a comprehensive education ecosystem. The lecturers of the university are high-quality, expert resources for the hospital, and practicing doctors at the hospital are responsible for teaching practical subjects. This system enables students to learn both professional theory and practical practice in medical treatment.
Dr. Thach Nguyen, making rounds with medical residents and students at St. Mary medical Center, Hobart Indiana, USA
The SOM aspires to become one of the leading medical schools in Asia, and the Tan Tao University Hospital to become one of the best medical centers in Asia. To achieve this goal, the school plans to innovate its pedagogy to enhance the quality of education it provides to its students. With its modern infrastructure and focus on industry-academia partnerships, Tan Tao University School of Medicine is an excellent choice for students seeking a comprehensive medical education with patient-centered care.
Dr. Thach Nguyen, FACC, FSCAI, Vice Provost of Tan, Tao University, Academic Dean of TTU School of Medicine
A FACC, FSCAI, Vice Provost of Tan Tao University, and Academic Dean of TTU School of Medicine, Dr. Thach Nguyen is an acknowledgeable educationist enriching the medicine field.
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