Korea University Anam Hospital Trains Cambodian Doctors Through Advanced Medical Fellowship

[mediK / HEALTH IN NEWS] SEOUL, South Korea — On August 20, Korea University Anam Hospital announced the completion of a medical training fellowship for Cambodian physicians under its Global Hoi Fellowship, an international initiative aimed at strengthening healthcare capacity in developing nations.

The three-month program hosted two doctors from Cambodia’s Luang Mae Hospital, Dr. Kuy Monta and Dr. San Kamseng, who engaged in clinical observerships and research within the departments of anesthesiology and pathology. The fellowship provided practical exposure to advanced medical techniques and protocols.

Faculty mentors—including Professors Yoon Seung-ju, Ahn Sang-jung, Kang Young-jin, Kim Ye-seul, Oh Ha-rim, and Sung Yoo-na—attended the closing ceremony to review the fellows’ progress and reflect on the program’s impact.

The Global Hoi Fellowship, a core part of Korea University Medical Center’s global health initiatives, aims to equip medical professionals from low-resource countries with advanced clinical expertise. The medical center plans to train 100 healthcare providers by 2028, marking the centennial of its medical school.

(Top) Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, (Bottom) Department of Pathology, Korea University Anam Hospital. (Courtesy of Korea University Anam Hospital)

Dr. Yoon Eul-sik, vice president for medical affairs, reaffirmed the institution’s mission. “Grounded in a commitment to human life, we aim to enhance the skills of medical professionals globally,” he said.

Dr. Han Seung-beom, president of Anam Hospital, emphasized the program’s practical approach. “Our focus is on real-world training to elevate clinical proficiency, moving beyond theoretical instruction,” he stated.

Professor Yoon Seung-ju commended the fellows’ engagement. “Their proactive approach was impressive, and I hope this experience advances patient safety and care quality in their communities,” he remarked.

Professor Ahn Sang-jung, who guided the pathology training, noted, “We emphasized case-based learning to refine diagnostic precision, and I’m hopeful this will yield meaningful improvements.”

The Cambodian physicians expressed deep appreciation. “Observing and learning directly in a clinical environment was invaluable," they said in a joint statement. "We are committed to applying these insights to improve healthcare in Cambodia."

Beyond the fellowship, Korea University Medical Center also supports underserved regions through its Global Hoi Life-Saving Project, which combines patient care and medical education to address healthcare gaps, in line with its founding commitment to serving vulnerable populations.

Lim Hye Jung, medi·K TEAM press@themedik.kr

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