Host Institution: Peking University Third Hospital (PUTH)

🏛 Overview

Peking University Third Hospital (PUTH), founded in 1958, is a top-tier tertiary Class-A national hospital directly managed by the National Health Commission of China, integrating clinical care, teaching, scientific research, and health management. As a leading clinical medical school of Peking University, PUTH provides an immersive, world-class clinical study visit environment for international visiting fellows and physicians.

Why Choose PUTH for Your Study Visit?

· Leading Clinical Volume & Efficiency: Operating over 2,700 beds, PUTH serves over 5.9 million outpatient/emergency visits and performs 117,000 surgical procedures annually. With an average hospital stay of just 4.16 days, PUTH ranks among the top hospitals nationwide for clinical efficiency and high-volume patient care.

· World-Class Disciplines & Medical Breakthroughs:

· Reproductive Medicine: Home to one of the world's largest reproductive medical centers, where mainland China’s first test-tube baby was born.

· Orthopedics & Spine Surgery: Widely recognized as a top-ranking discipline nationwide.

· Sports Medicine: The earliest established and the only official sports injury prevention and care center designated by the Chinese Olympic Committee.

· Ophthalmology, Gastroenterology & Cardiology: Leading national centers in corneal diseases, early gastric cancer diagnosis, and coronary interventions.

· National Key Specialties: Hosts 27 National Key Clinical Specialties (across 37 batches), offering deep expertise across virtually all major medical disciplines.

· Renowned Mentorship & Academic Excellence: Applicants will train under globally recognized faculty, including members of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and Chinese Academy of Engineering. PUTH houses 31 doctoral degree programs and 20 national standardized residency training bases.

· Cutting-Edge Research & Smart Hospital Innovation: Ranked #1 among Beijing municipal hospitals for National Natural Science Foundation projects for consecutive years, PUTH integrates advanced clinical research with its smart hospital infrastructure—featuring Level 7 Electronic Medical Records, AI-assisted diagnostics, and extensive digital health platforms.

· International & High-Standard Medical Environment: As an official medical security provider for major global events (including the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics), PUTH offers specialized international medical services, advanced minimally invasive procedures, and a collaborative, multidisciplinary team (MDT) approach to patient care.

🎓 Doctor Eligibility

Applicants must meet all of the following requirements prior to submitting an application:

1. Institutional Employment: Currently employed by a licensed healthcare or medical research institute.

2. Institutional Endorsement: Official permission and endorsement from your home hospital or institute.

3. Clear Objectives: Well-defined learning objectives and academic/clinical goals for the visit.

4. Language Proficiency: Proficient in either English or Mandarin Chinese (spoken and written).

5. Cultural Adaptability: Demonstrated ability to adapt to cross-cultural work and clinical environments.

6. Legal & Regulatory Compliance: Strictly adhere to Chinese laws, regulations, and institutional policies of PUTH during the visit.

🚀 How to Apply & Registration Pathways

PUTH provides three official registration channels for international medical applicants:

1. Official Dispatch Track (PKU / PKUHSC Channel)

· Description: Official exchange fellows dispatched directly by Peking University Main Campus or Peking University Health Science Center.

· Procedure: Handled through official university-level exchange channels.

2. Department-Led Invitation Track

· 4-Step Process:

1. Eligibility Review: The hosting department reviews the applicant's credentials, professional background, and study objectives.

2. Written Submission: The sponsoring department submits a formal application signed by department leadership to the Education Department.

3. Joint Invitation Letter: Upon approval by the supervising dean, the Education Department and sponsoring department jointly issue an official English Invitation Letter.

4. Visa Application: The applicant applies for a China F Visa (non-degree exchange/visiting fellow program) at a Chinese embassy or consulate.

3. Self-Registration Track (Direct Application)

· Description: Individual application via email submission.

· Submission Instructions: Download and fill out the official application form, then submit it via email along with all required initial supporting documents to the program coordinator (alissayt00@gmail.com).

📄 Required Application Documents

Initial Application Phase (Must include with application submission):

· Curriculum Vitae (CV) / Resume: Detailed academic and clinical background.

· Recommendation Letter: 1 official recommendation letter from your current institution/employer.

· Passport / Identification: Clear photocopy of the passport photo page (or national ID card).

Post-Admission Phase (Required prior to commencing the study visit):

· Proof of Clean Criminal Record: Official background check, or a signed Criminal Record Declaration provided by PUTH if official proof is unavailable.

· Study Visit Agreement: Tripartite agreement signed by the applicant, the applicant's home institute, and PUTH.

· Health & Travel Insurance Proof: Valid personal accident, medical, and travel insurance (strongly recommended; PUTH is not liable for personal injuries or accidental medical compensation incurred during the fellowship).

· Immunization Proof(preferred but not required):

🏆 Key Clinical Disciplines

Applicants may apply for study visit programs across the following clinical departments:

· Cardiology

· Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine

· Gastroenterology

· Neurology

· Emergency Medicine

· Occupational Medicine

· Obstetrics & Gynecology (Reproductive Medicine)

· General Surgery

· Orthopedics

· Sports Medicine

· Anesthesiology

· Urology

· Plastic Surgery

· Rehabilitation Medicine

· Neurosurgery

· Ophthalmology

· Otorhinolaryngology (ENT)

· Pathology

· Radiation Oncology

· Pharmacy

· Clinical Laboratory

· Hematology

· Endocrinology

📞 Contact Information

For application forms, inquiries, or official department invitations, please contact the Education Department / International Program Coordinator:

· Contact Person: Ms. Yutong Wang (Wang Yutong)

· Telephone: +86 (10) 8650-2029

· Official Email: alissayt00@gmail.com

· Address: Peking University Third Hospital, No. 49 Huayuan North Road, Haidian District, Beijing, P.R. China

⏬ Download your application forms:

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1CqUQOs0sjFzv85jEA4kaqq4PPz86XxrU?dmr=1&ec=wgc-drive-%5Bmodule%5D-goto