The Kyushu University School of Medicine was founded in 1903 as the Kyoto Imperial University Fukuoka Medical College. With the establishment of Kyushu Imperial University in 1911, it became the Kyushu Imperial University School of Medicine. In 1947, it was renamed the Kyushu University School of Medicine, a name it retains to this day. Since its founding, the Faculty has been committed to training physicians and medical researchers, advancing medical research, and practicing medicine.

The mission of the School of Medicine is to train outstanding physicians, healthcare professionals, and researchers, as well as to address societal challenges in health and medicine. To fulfill this mission, our school has established a rich educational environment, fostering a culture where each student is supported in reaching their full potential. I have personally grown within this nurturing culture, benefiting from extensive instruction and support. Moving forward, I am committed to preserving this tradition while striving to further enhance our educational and research environment.

In terms of education, we recently undertook a major curriculum reform, prompted by preparations for accreditation in medical education. This reform aims to ensure that future healthcare professionals effectively acquire the necessary knowledge and skills. Additionally, adapting to the new specialist training system remains a key priority. We are strengthening collaboration with clinical institutions to ensure flexible and effective operations. However, I am deeply concerned about the declining number of medical graduates pursuing basic research as more emphasis is placed on training specialists. Creating an environment where young physicians can thrive in both research and clinical practice is essential for the future development of medicine.

Guided by our roadmap, Kyushu University VISION 2030, we are tackling various societal challenges to fulfill our role as a university that drives social change with integrative knowledge. The School of Medicine is also expected to strengthen its research capabilities in line with this vision. While many of our research laboratories are already at the forefront globally, we strive to go further by fostering collaboration with the Kyushu University Hospital and other faculties and research institutes within the medical campus. By pioneering new research fields and generating innovative insights, we hope to shape the future of health and medicine.

Through this website, we will share updates on our initiatives at the School of Medicine and  build cooperative relationships with the local community, domestic and international institutions, and young people aspiring to careers in medicine. Together, we seek to contribute to the advancement of medicine and healthcare. We appreciate your continued support.