Korean Medical Association and Korean Society of Pharmaceutical Medicine Executive Meeting... Commitment to Communication for Basic Medical Science Advancement

[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Gwan-joo] The Korean Medical Association held a meeting with the executives of the Korean Society of Pharmaceutical Medicine on the 9th at the Yongsan Temporary Hall, sharing the importance of basic medical science development and promoting communication and cooperation.

Lee Pil-soo, president of the KMA, said, "Anatomy, physiology, and other subjects are all important medical fields, but there are no applicants for these disciplines, and the number of non-physician professionals is increasing compared to physicians," adding, "The Korean Medical Association and the Korean Society of Pharmaceutical Medicine should strengthen cooperation and communication to work together for the development of basic medical science, which forms the foundation of clinical medicine."

As specific measures, President Lee proposed publishing regular columns in the KMA Newspaper, delivering lectures through continuing education courses at the KMA comprehensive academic conference, and networking plans with young physician groups led by the KMA.

Kang Sung-sik, president of the Korean Society of Pharmaceutical Medicine, said, "Many young physician scientists who are directly involved in bio-venture new drug development are working at Korean bio-ventures and pharmaceutical companies," adding, "Since the Korean Society of Pharmaceutical Medicine is a group of physicians and scholars researching the advancement of Korean medicine and new drug development, we will strive to contribute to the development of medicine and new drug development in Korea through cooperation with the KMA."

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