University of Medical Technology, Yangon
| Type | Public |
|---|---|
| Established | 1993 |
| Rector | Htay Htay Tin |
| Location | |
| Affiliations | Ministry of Health |
| Website | http://www.umty.gov.mm |
The University of Medical Technology, Yangon (Template:Lang-my [sʰébɛʔ sʰàɪɰ̃jà nípjɪ̀ɰ̃ɲà tɛʔkəθò (jàɰ̃ɡòʊɰ̃)]; formerly, the Institute of Paramedical Science, Yangon) is one of two universities of medical technology in Myanmar. The university offers four-year Bachelor of Medical Technology (B.Med.Tech) and two-year Master of Medical Technology (M.Med.Tech) degree programs in physiotherapy, medical laboratory technology and medical imaging technology.[1] The university accepts approximately undergraduate 150 students annually.[2] It is situated at Lower Mingaladon Road in Insein Township.
History
Formal paramedical education in Myanmar began in 1964 when a paramedical diploma course in accordance with the guidelines set by the College of Radiographers, UK, was introduced. This was part of an international technical assistance program—the Colombo Plan, and was available until 1986.[3] The Institute of Paramedical Science, Yangon was formally established in 1993. It was the only institute in the country until the founding of the Institute of Medical Technology, Mandalay in 2002.
Programs
The university offers two-year diploma and four-year bachelor's degree programs in radiography, physiotherapy, and medical technology.[3]
| Program | Diploma | Bachelor's |
|---|---|---|
| Radiography | DPSc | BPSc |
| Medical Imaging Technology | DMedTech | BMedTech |
| Medical Laboratory Technology | DMedTech | BMedTech |
| Physiotherapy | DMedTech | BMedTech |
See also
- University of Medical Technology, Mandalay
- Defence Services Institute of Nursing and Paramedical Science
References
- ^ "Health Statistics" (PDF). Ministry of Health, Myanmar. Archived from the original (PDF) on 2008-11-08. Retrieved 2008-12-30.
- ^ "Managing Health Work Force" (PDF). Ministry of Health, Myanmar. Archived from the original (PDF) on July 22, 2011. Retrieved 2008-12-30.
- ^ a b G Glover (1996-02-29). "Development of Radiographic Technology Teaching Program, Yangon, Myanmar" (PDF). Retrieved 2008-12-14.[dead link]
