Professor Shuu-Jiun Wang was inaugurated as the Dean of College of Medicine of NYCU as of Feb. 16th, 2024. Professor Wang, a neurology expert and Vice President of Taipei Veterans General Hospital and having over 40 years of profound relationship with NYCU College of Medicine, brings a vision for advancing the institution’s global standing.

During the ceremony, President Chi-Hung Lin acknowledged the leadership of outgoing Dean Chen-Huan Chen and outlined expectations for Professor Wang to lead the college’s evolution. Noteworthy speakers, including former university president Kung-Yee Liang and hospital president Wei-Ming Chen, emphasized the importance of fostering adaptable, patient-focused medical professionals.

In his address, Dean Wang expressed gratitude to the selection committee while outlining his strategic priorities, which encompass interdisciplinary collaboration, talent development, and fostering international partnerships, all underpinned by a commitment to excellence and innovation. His plans further entail enhancing cooperation among clinical, basic, and engineering disciplines, optimizing faculty promotion systems, and establishing specialized research centers. Emphasizing the significance of collaboration with teaching hospitals, he vowed to serve as a bridge between the academic and clinical realms, ensuring seamless integration and mutual benefit.

With Dean Wang at the leadership, NYCU College of Medicine is poised for growth and international recognition. His dedication to service, coupled with a focus on innovation and collaboration, signals a promising future for the institution and its students.

Source: Dean Wang’s Inauguration Ceremony