Program overview
Surgery is a vital branch of clinical medicine that focuses on treating diseases, repairing injuries, and improving function through surgical or non-surgical means. In simple terms, it's about learning how to "wield the scalpel"—why, when, and how to operate, and how to manage post-operative care. Core courses include General Surgery, Anesthesiology, Emergency Medicine, Systemic Surgery (e.g., General Surgery, Orthopedics, Neurosurgery, Cardiothoracic Surgery), and Fundamentals of Operative Techniques. You'll build foundational skills through animal experiments and simulated operating rooms, then rotate through hospitals, assisting on surgeries—from retracting and suturing to independent procedures. This specialty suits those with strong hands-on skills, mental resilience, and the ability to handle pressure. If you're fascinated by anatomy, enjoy teamwork and quick decision-making, surgery is a great fit. Chinese universities boast rich clinical resources in surgery, such as Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Shanghai Ruijin Hospital, and West China Hospital, which handle numerous complex cases annually. International students gain exposure to a wide range of diseases and advanced surgical techniques (e.g., minimally invasive and robotic surgery).