Ateneo de Zamboanga University School of Medicine (AdZU SOM) is excited to share another major milestone in its pursuit of global collaboration and innovation in medical education!
Recently, ADZU-SOM Dean, Dr. Jaybee D. Bazan, together with esteemed faculty members Dr. Elery Ivan Apolinario and Dr. Perlas Lorenzo, embarked on a remarkable visit to Tzu Chi University School of Medicine in Hualien, Taiwan. Joining them was ADZU-SOM alumnus and active Tzu Chi Volunteer, Dr. Rashid Hamis. The delegation received a warm and heartfelt welcome from Tzu Chi University President Ingrid Y. Liu, Dean Chen Tsung-Ying, and Vice Dean Shie Kun-Ruey. They were also accompanied by Dr. Anton Lim, Deputy CEO of the Tzu Chi Foundation Philippines, and the dedicated nurses and staff from Tzu Chi Eye Center at Zamboanga City Medical Center.
This visit builds on the momentous signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between ADZU-SOM and Tzu Chi University in August 2024, solidifying an international partnership that promises to broaden the scope and impact of both institutions. Thanks to the unwavering support of Tzu Chi Foundation Philippines, this collaboration unlocks incredible opportunities for students, faculty, and the wider academic community.
Exciting prospects lie ahead—academic and cultural exchanges, faculty exchange programs, overseas volunteer services, internships, visiting professor initiatives, and the creation of a professional learning community. These initiatives will not only elevate the educational experience for AdZU-SOM students but also foster deeper connections with the global medical community.
The potential for shared growth, learning, and innovation between both institutions is boundless.
This partnership underscores ADZU-SOM’s commitment to providing a world-class medical education anchored in service, compassion, and social responsibility. It strengthens our mission to shape healthcare professionals who are not only highly skilled but also deeply attuned to the needs of their communities, both locally and globally.
A heartfelt thanks to Dr. Anton Lim and the entire Tzu Chi community for making this collaboration possible. To our esteemed partners at Tzu Chi University, we look forward to this exciting journey of growth and learning together! 
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