Jagiellonian University Medical College

Jagiellonian University - Faculty of Medicine Collegium Medicum Uniwersytetu Jagiellonskiego
Latin: Universitas Iagellonica Cracoviensis Collegium Medicum
Established	1364
Type	Public
Rector	Prof. Wojciech Nowak, MD, PhD
Location	Kraków, Poland
Campus	Urban
Website	http://www.cm-uj.krakow.pl/

Jagiellonian University Medical College – The oldest medical school in Poland. The Jagiellonian University's Faculties of Medicine and Pharmacy are acclaimed as one of the largest medical academies in Poland. The school was established by Casimir III of Poland in 1364. It is currently ranked first among Polish medical schools by the annual prestigious ranking of Perspektywy magazine and Rzeczpospolita daily.

Faculties

Faculty of Medicine
Faculty of Medicine - School of Medicine in English
Faculty of Pharmacy and Medical Analysis
Health Sciences Faculty

History of Medicine

When in 1364 King Casimir the Great founded the University of Krakow, there were three courses (without theology), but the medicine was represented by two professors in medicinis ordinarius lector, who was a professor of medicine, and probably a professor of astronomy, astrology, who taught for a long time which is an integral part of medicine. All lectures held at the Wawel Castle.

Thanks to donations from the Queen Jadwiga and her husband, King Wladyslaw Jagiello (hence the later name of the Jagiellonian University) in 1400, The University was renewed with the four faculties. Its first rector, Stanislaw of Skalbmierz stressed in his inaugural speech the importance of the Faculty of Medicine. Soon coming to the university Polish and foreign scholars. One of the first professors was John Kro in Cottbus (Johannes de Kotsebus KRO), which was also the first physician elected to the rector in 1419, John of Pavia (Johannes de Saccis de Papi), who introduced the first statutes of the Faculty of Medicine (1433) Martin King and Peter from Zurawica Gaszowiec the Loćmierza, which in addition to medicine, was also interested in astronomy and astrology. Any doctor who lived in Krakow, regardless of whether he was a Pole or a foreigner was obliged to teach medicine as a lector in medicinis. In this way, in the fifteenth century Department could boast of nearly 50 teachers.

Soon began to take trips abroad, especially to Padua. These extensive contacts to speed up the development of the Renaissance in Krakow. One of the greatest figures of the sixteenth century was undoubtedly of Miechów Maciej (1457-1523), historian and physician, rector of the University for some office, called the Polish Hippocrates. Other prominent scholars to Wojciech Pond (1537-1599), author of specific treaties in the field of balneology and syfilidologii; Sebastian Petrycy of Pilsen (1554-1626), practices, and philanthropist, an eminent scholar of Aristotle, and Joseph Ostrich (1510-1568), who later taught at Padua, critic and author Galen treaty pulse Sphygmicae artis libri quinque, 1555.

In the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries The University experienced a period of decline, both from external causes (Swedish invasions 1651-1656) and internal (outdated curricula and teaching methods). The number of students decreased, while those who remained, especially in medicine, received inadequate training, which complements abroad, mainly in Italy, where he gained their doctoral degrees.

The condition of schools has improved, when in 1773 the National Education Commission has entrusted the task of reforming the Hugo Kołłątaj University (1778-1780). The reform, supported by enlightened minds started a new period in the history of the University. Professor Andrzej Badurski (1740-1789) has made every effort to run a university hospital, which eventually was established in 1780 Raphael Joseph CZERWIAKOWSKI autopsyjne started regular testing. After inclusion of Cracow to Austria in 1796 attempted to convert the partitions between the University of Austrian increasing influx of college professors from abroad. When in 1809 Krakow was incorporated into the Grand Duchy of Warsaw, University regained the Polish character. His rise came together to gain political autonomy through Krakow (1815-1846), achieving notoriety through such Poles as Brodowicz Joseph (1790-1885) in internal medicine, Bierkowski Louis (1801-1860) in the surgery, Joseph Majer (1808-1899) Skobel and Frederick (1806-1878) in theoretical sciences. This period initiated the further development of medicine in the second half of the nineteenth century marked by such names as Joseph Dietl (1844-1905), Edward Korczynski (1844-1905), Valery Jaworski (1849-1924) in internal medicine and Jan Mikulicz Radecki (1850-1905), Louis Rydygier (1850-1920) and Alfred Obaliński (1843-1898) in surgery.

When Poland regained independence after the First World War, set up new schools, and regained his old Polish character. Krakow with its famous university had sufficient intellectual capacity to fund new centers. This continuous growth, although not without difficulty, especially economic and scientific development of the Faculty of Medicine were violently interrupted the Second World War and German occupation, which began in the arrest of university professors, November 6, 1939.

After the Second World War in 1945 The University started its activities despite the shortage of teaching staff. But soon sincere effort, enthusiasm and good will of all the people were suppressed increasing political interference. In 1950, all medical faculties in Poland were separated from universities transforming them into independent institutions - medical schools.

The separation of the Medical Faculty of the Jagiellonian University for political reasons had a negative impact on the selection of teaching staff and students, as well as scientific activities. But there were also and brighter side. Appointed a new clinic, for example, III Clinic of Internal Medicine III, Clinic and Surgery. Created from the Medical Faculty of Dentistry. Pharmacy is part of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences at the Jagiellonian University was transformed into a new Faculty of Pharmacy, Medical Academy. The newly established units placed in old buildings or the former hospital buildings, built since virtually nothing new.

Only in 1965 formed in Prokocim new Institute of Pediatrics, the American people a gift. It was built away from the old town, the site planned for the future campus and medical center. Soon, several dormitories were built, and the last new building of the Institute of Pharmacy and works continue.

As a former Medical University Faculty of Medicine of the Jagiellonian University has educated many students who, after graduation, especially after the war filled the availability of health care and gradually contributed to improving health in the country. All departments and hospitals have made progress in teaching and research, often achieving results internationally.

Despite the achievements of the Academy of Medicine as an independent institution, the intention to return to the Jagiellonian University was very strong. Political changes in Poland and Eastern Europe have raised hopes that come true 12 May 1993 Faculty of Medicine, he returned to Alma Mater Jagellonica, which combines a common beginning and it happens.

Faculty of Medicine - School of Medicine in English

Jagiellonian University Medical College, Faculty of Medicine offers English-language MD degree programs that stand in compliance with Polish, European Union and North American standards. Graduates of these programs receive Lekarz (MD) degree approved internationally.

Jagiellonian University Medical College is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Medical Schools (Komisja Akredytacyjna Uczelni Medycznych) and recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. On July 27, 2007 the Division of Licensing of the Medical Board of California granted recognition to the English-language programs of the Jagiellonian University Medical College.

Our students are eligible to complete clinical rotation in approved teaching hospitals and our graduates are eligible to enter postgraduate training and apply for licensure in Canada and the US (including State of California), as well as European countries.

JUMC, Faculty of Medicine participates in the Federal Family Educational Loan Program (FFELP).

History of Pharmacy

The origins date back to the academic year in pharmacy in 1783, when it was founded in Cracow Academy Faculty of Pharmacy and Medical Matter. This department was subsequently reorganized by the Commission of National Education. John was responsible for the Chair Szasterowi, pharmacist and doctor of medical sciences. He expanded the curriculum used for pharmacy, pharmacognosy, pharmacology, toxicology, hygiene and pharmaceutical chemistry. Initially, study lasted two years and the first diploma was presented to Samuel Hoppenowi in 1797. For many years the Department did not have a permanent place. Students gathered in the pharmacy under the Sun ", which belonged to John Szaster and was located in the Market Square Pharmacy, at that time had in his possession Land together with fully equipped workshop, where he produced the first drug, called by students' pharmaceutical cabinet."

Austrian governments in the eighteenth century had a negative impact on pharmacy education. Reducing the number of lectures and shorter course of study for one year reduced the quality of teaching and the value of a diploma. It was not until 1809, when he created the Grand Duchy of Warsaw, Faculty of Pharmacy reformed. It was headed by Joseph Sawiczewski pharmacist, which restored the two-year course of studies, including some new items as propaedeutics, ethics and the history of pharmacy. In 1811 he was appointed professor Sawiczewski pharmacy, medicine and hygiene. His work continued to son, Florian Sawiczewski. Thanks to the efforts Sawiczewskiego junior curriculum was extended to 3 years. Reformed the teaching of chemistry and pharmacy, and added equipment "pharmaceutical cabinet" in a new valuable equipment. The abolition of the autonomy of the Jagiellonian University by Austria in 1853 adversely affected the level of teaching in pharmacy. The course of study once again shortened to two years. The only advantage of this period were exacerbated by the Austrians of the criteria for admission. The candidates are required to complete high school with final exams and undergo two years' experience in the pharmacy and the knowledge of Latin. Completion of the First World War and the regaining of independence by Poland, raised new hopes for further development of the pharmacy. The Faculty of Philosophy Faculty of Pharmacy was established, headed by chemistry professor Charles Dziewonski. The expanded three-year course of study include new disciplines such as technology, chemistry, pharmacology and physical chemistry applied. In 1923, created Department of Applied Pharmacy, was headed by Professor Mark Gatta-Kostyal. More changes were introduced in October 1930, when the study was extended to four years. Financial assistance for the new Faculty was obtained from the Society of Friends and the Departments of Pharmaceutical Faculties in Krakow. With the help of the Botanical Garden Society at the Jagiellonian University, founded Garden of Medicinal Plants.

The period of Nazi occupation interrupted the academic activities of the Jagiellonian University. In the group of professors of the Jagiellonian University arrested by the Gestapo in 1939 was Professor Mark Gatta-Kostyal. In 1942, the secret of the university began its activity "cooperative". One of its sections was Faculty of Pharmacy, where learning from levying a total of 121 students. This section will work amazingly well due to the personal commitment of Prof. Stanisław Skowron. In 1945 this included a separate section of the Chemistry Department. In 1947, established an independent Faculty of Pharmacy, Jagiellonian University includes five units: The applicable Pharmacy, Pharmacognosy, Pharmaceutical botany, chemistry and pharmaceutical chemistry. The first dean was Professor Mark Gatta-Kostyal. In 1949, Included in the Faculty of Pharmacy, Medical University, thus detaching it from the Jagiellonian University. Additional changes introduced Ministry of Health and Welfare, in this study extend to five years.

Faculty of Health Sciences

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Based on the decision of the Jagiellonian University Senate of 26 February 1997, with effect from 1 October 1997 Department of Nursing became the Department of Health. With effect from 1 October 2007 renamed the Department of the Faculty of Health Sciences.

Faculty of Health Sciences continues the rich tradition of training nurses. In Poland it was launched in 1911 in Krakow at the School of Nursing, which was transformed in 1925 in the University School of Nurses and Hygienists. Its operation was interrupted by World War II, after which, the School has resumed operations, educating nurses at the level of secondary vocational education. Teaching at the Master's level nurses started in Krakow in 1975 creating a Department of Nursing, Medical University, who as part of the College of Medicine, he returned to Alma Mater in 1993 Jagellonica Institute of Nursing after the creation of the Department continued to teach master's level nurses, and in 1998 began - first in Poland - conducting classes in the two-cycle. Department also continues the tradition of training for midwives, which was launched in Krakow in 1780 in College Physics, Faculty of Medicine, Jagiellonian University School of the Crown. In 1895, midwifery education has been excluded from school and taken over by Imperial Royal College of Midwives, and after independence, the National School of Midwives. In 2005, the Faculty of Health Sciences was held on the first call for obstetric studies degree. In the same year was renamed the Institute of Nursing Institute of Nursing and Midwifery.

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The activities of the Department also refers to the idea over a century, and today the interdisciplinary knowledge that is public health. Division continues for the School of Public Health set up in 1991 as an inter-departmental unit of the Medical University and the Jagiellonian University. The first Polish School of Public Health was established with the support of the Ministry of Health and Welfare and with the advice of representatives of the French Ministry of Health. School team in 1991 began an intensive education and a variety of activities aimed at preparing managers for the modern needs of a changing Polish health care system. In 1997, The school became the Institute of Public Health. In subsequent years, the Institute conducted a variety of post-graduate diploma in hospital management, postgraduate studies for people working in managerial positions in health institutions, the pharmaceutical inspectors and studies for those carrying out tasks in the field of health programs. The Institute also conducts training at the direction of public health, specialty health control, as well as international Masters EuroPubHealth. Department of Emergency Medicine by teaching in the field of emergency medical services. Initially, paramedics training takes place under the direction of nursing specialties (the first intake in 2001). Since 2004 the above-mentioned line was pursued in the direction of public health and in 2007 was the first recruitment for medical emergency, as a distinct field of study. 15 January 2009 Department of Emergency Medicine found separated from the structure of the Institute of Public Health and transformed into an independent unit of the Department.

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The Faculty of Health Sciences since 1998, is also conducted training at the direction of physiotherapy. In connection with the Malopolska Region to improve the quality of education in the medical professions, in 2001 in Krakow is an agreement between the Małopolska Voivodship and the Jagiellonian University on joint action to amend the system of education in the profession of physiotherapy techniques. As a result of this agreement led to increased recruitment for the Department faculty, liquidated Medical School No. 4 in Krakow, and education as a whole took the Department to adopt against the study of academic staff. Institute of Physiotherapy focusing unit underlying the teaching and scientific research for this direction was established in 2006.

The creation of the Department was responding to a new socio-economic situation in Poland in connection with health care reform and the new labor market. These changes necessitated the establishment of priorities in education. A new look for the training of health workers was the result of several factors: a new management philosophy in health care, the transition from medical care to health promotion and disease prevention, a strong emphasis on primary health care and medical technology development significantly. It was necessary to meet the demand for skilled health workers who had to fill managerial positions of high and middle level, and ensure the supply of specialized medical personnel (nurses, physiotherapists, midwives, emergency workers, sanitary inspectors). This was possible due to set out by the University and the Marshal of Malopolska agreements on joint action concerning changes to education systems in some medical professions education. First, in 1999, involved the training of nurses, the next (described above), 2001 related training of physiotherapists, and the last on the training of midwives was concluded in 2005 Currently, the Department launched the five fields of study: nursing, midwifery, physiotherapy, public health, medical emergency and a specialization in health control, as well as student exchanges are carried out under the Socrates-Erasmus. The structure of the Faculty of Health Sciences consists of three institutes: the Institute of Nursing and Midwifery, Institute of Public Health and the Institute of Physiotherapy.

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Faculty of Health Sciences as an academic unit, focuses primarily on educating students, creating the possibility of personal, professional and scientific development. Further, leads a broad scientific research activities and its staff act as consultants assisting the health care environment. Division develops activities concerning the dissemination of knowledge including in nursing clinical internship in internal and environmental, obstetrics and gynecological diseases, epidemiology, health promotion, environmental health problems, the case of an emergency in the states of a sudden life-threatening accidents and catastrophes, health psychology and medical education. The Faculty of his scientific activity also takes an interdisciplinary approach to the subject of disease prevention, diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Employees specialize in research on issues of organization and economics of health, economy, pharmaceuticals and medical materials, computerization and dissemination of information problems in health care. The Faculty conducted advanced research in the field of medical biology, including immunology, cell biology, reproductive endocrinology, physiology and pathophysiology of the digestive system, ergonomics and exercise.

Further, by scientific and educational cooperation with foreign centers (including universities), including Maastricht (Netherlands), Sheffield (England), Rennes and Lailly-en-Val (France), Granada (Spain), Copenhagen (Denmark), Plzen (Czech Republic), Kaunas (Lithuania) and Kristianstad (Sweden).

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School of Medicine in English

Studying at the Medical School in English is much more than being among historical buildings, meeting prominent lecturers and attending well-prepared classes. The unique experience combines living in a beautiful and historical educational city with being part of lovely university tradition, meeting other people and making friends.

The School does its best to make its students feel at home and part of the large university family. Students who like the spirit of sports can compete to win the University Vice-Rector Cup skiing competition or take part in a similarly challenging swimming competition. Each academic year begins with a memorable ceremony of the Inauguration Walk, a tradition in which professors, lecturers and students trek from one university building to another.

May 12 is the University Day, which commemorates the institution's establishment in 1364. Each year, university students celebrate this (or, more appropriately, their) day called "Juvenalia," as they are given a symbolic key to the gates of the city. This signals the beginning of several days of joyous festivities (sometimes lasting into the early hours of the morning).

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