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Applications for the Summer 2027 Taiwan clinical immersion program are due on February 1, 2027. Students can apply through the MSU Education Abroad Portal. 

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Global Health Studies' education abroad program in Taiwan is the newest addition to our education abroad catalog, allowing medical students to learn about Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) methodologies and techniques. Our clinical immersion program in Taiwan partners with China Medical University (CMU) in Taichung and is open to first and second-year medical students in the College of Osteopathic Medicine.

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GH531: Global Health: Healthcare Systems and Clinical Observations - Taiwan (3 Credits)

  • Course Description

    • This clinical program is offered during the summer and offers students the opportunity to participate in activities offered by China Medical University (CMU) in Taichung. This includes learning about:

    • Foundational Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theories
    • Herbal medicine
    • Various diagnostic and treatment techniques
    • The integration of Western medicine and TCM within the Taiwanese healthcare system
    • Acupuncture, Moxibustion and Tuina
    • Observe TCM clinical sessions and practice under guidance

    Students will also enjoy cultural activities as well, and spend a few days exploring the dynamic city of Taipei.

  • Prerequisites/Requirements

    • To be eligible for this education abroad program, students must:

    • Be OMS-I or OMS-II medical students
    • Be in good academic standing (without a failed course on their academic record at the time of departure)
    • Have a minimum 2.5 GPA at the time of application
  • Course Dates

    • Summer 2027: August 3 - 14, 2027

  • Course Duration

    • Course duration: 11 days

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    • Apply to the Taiwan Clinical Program
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    MSU Global Health professor Dr. Qing Xia meeting with leadership from China Medical University in Taiwan.
    The National Concert Hall in the Zhongzheng District of Taipei, Taiwan.
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    MSU Global Health professor Dr. Qing Xia meeting with leadership from China Medical University in Taiwan.

    The Grand Hotel in the Zhongshan District of Taipei City, Taiwan.

    Program director and Global Health Studies professor Dr. Qing Xia (fourth from left) meeting with leadership from China Medical University in Taichung, Taiwan.

    The National Concert Hall in the Zhongzheng District of Taipei, Taiwan.

    The Grand Hotel in the Zhongshan District of Taipei City, Taiwan.

    Program director and Global Health Studies professor Dr. Qing Xia (fourth from left) meeting with leadership from China Medical University in Taichung, Taiwan.

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