Szeged University Medical Alumni Association

23/09/2026

Academic Symposium Held to Celebrate Professor Endre Varga’s 70th Birthday

On September 11, 2026, an academic symposium was held to celebrate the 70th birthday of Dr. Endre Varga, professor emeritus. The event was honored by the presence of Prof. Dr. László Rovó, Rector of the University of Szeged. At the event, colleagues from Hungary and abroad, former and current co-workers, students, and friends congratulated the honoree.

The event was opened with a welcome address by Dr. László Török, associate professor. The scientific program covered several important areas of traumatology, including the basic principles of treating osteoporotic fractures, the management of complex fractures, the role of innovation and international relations, issues related to trauma-induced coagulopathy, and the significance of ATLS. Dr. Tamás Bodzay, in his personal and heartfelt presentation, recalled their shared professional work and memories from past decades.

A special guest at the event was Prof. Dr. Zsolt Balogh, a former student of Endre Varga, who joined the scientific session online from Australia. His remarks served as a fine illustration of the professional and personal relationships—spanning generations and national borders—that have characterised the honoree’s career.

Dr. István Flóris, Prof. Dr. Norbert Wiegand, Prof. Suthorn Bavornratanavech, Prof. Dr. Michael Nerlich, and Anja Sutter recalled shared professional experiences and old stories, while also representing the broad domestic and international professional community that has developed over the years through traumatology, education, as well as AO and ATLS.

At the end of the event, Endre Varga emphasized in his closing remarks that the true value of a professional career ultimately lies not in titles and degrees, but in the human relationships that develop over the years. As he put it, he feels truly happy because he has gained so much in life from these relationships.

20/09/2026

University of Szeged Joins WHO Network of Public Health Innovation Centers

The University of Szeged (SZTE) has joined the World Health Organization’s (WHO) network of collaborating centers. The designation as a Public Health Innovation Collaborating Center marks an important milestone in the cooperation between SZTE and the WHO, further strengthening the university’s international role in the field of public health innovation.

The new center will contribute to the WHO’s work by developing and implementing public health innovation training programs and professional materials. In addition, it supports the development of a regional public health innovation system based on collaboration among universities and the public sector, and contributes to the development of a digital knowledge center and repository that supports the WHO’s European public health innovation platform.

The establishment of the center further strengthens the University of Szeged’s regional role in linking academic knowledge, innovation, and public health needs. Through this initiative, the university contributes to knowledge sharing, capacity building, and the strengthening of international cooperation within the WHO European Region, helping to ensure that innovation leads to public health solutions that can be applied in practice,

According to the WHO’s website, through 800 collaborating centers operating in more than 90 countries worldwide, the organization gains access to the world’s leading institutions, which can support its work and ensure the scientific basis of global health activities. The centers also provide opportunities for the exchange of information and for building professional collaborations with other institutions, particularly at the international level.

Source: https://hungarytoday.hu

19/09/2026

SZTE has ranked among the world’s top 300 universities in Human Biological Sciences, Clinical Medicine and Dentistry & Oral Sciences, while taking the top spot in Hungary in Human Biological Sciences.

The University of Szeged has once again earned recognition on the global academic stage, ranking among the world’s best universities in five fields in the latest ShanghaiRanking subject rankings 🔥.

https://u-szeged.hu/news-and-events/2026/shanghairanking

15/09/2026

PhD Program in Translational Medicine Launched in Szeged

We are pleased to announce that an English-language PhD program in Translational Medicine has been launched in Szeged with the support of the Center of Excellence for Interdisciplinary Research, Development, and Innovation. The program offers a new perspective for those who wish to build their scientific career on patient-centered research driven by clinical problems and who consider it important that their findings be put to practical use. The PhD program is currently offered at the Doctoral School of Clinical Medicine, Doctoral School of Preventive and Experimental Medicine and the Doctoral School of Pharmaceutical Sciences. This year, eight students began their doctoral studies; their research is supported not only by their supervisor but also by experts in scientific methodology and biostatisticians. Staff members from the Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Therapy, the Institute of Clinical Pharmacy, the Department of Neurology, the Department of Rheumatology and Immunology, the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, and the Department of Urology are participating in the program. For further information regarding the training program, please contact Prof. Dr. Zoltán Rakonczay (Department of Pathophysiology).

10/09/2026

A new chapter begins. 💙

Last week, close to 300 students joined our English and German-language medical programme.

During the Orientation Day, they had the chance to get to know the university and the faculty, meet their future classmates and get their first impressions of their new home in Szeged.

Here is a short video of their first day with us – full of new faces, first impressions and the excitement of starting a new journey. ✨

Welcome to the SZTE Albert Szent-Györgyi Medical School! 🩺

08/09/2026

Save the date - September 18!!

Zoom link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84709789233?pwd=hT6bzQbV9dY7JVNnSZdF7iea5J1BJb.1

07/09/2026

As of September 1, the Albert Szent-Györgyi Medical School has 5 new full university Professors:

Dr. Andrea Szabó (Institute of Surgical Research)
Dr. Péter Bencsik (Department of Pharmacology and Pharmacotherapy)
Dr. Oguz Kelemen (Department of Behavioral Sciences)
Dr. Árpád Párdutz (Department of Neurology)
Dr. Lívia Fülöp (Department of Medical Chemistry)

Full university professor (egyetemi tanár) is the highest academic title within the Hungarian university system. It requires a PhD degree, habilitation and a formal appointment procedure where the final title is not granted by the university itself, but is officially appointed by the President of Hungary.

Heartfelt congratulations on the achievement! 🎓

02/09/2026

👥 Which side are you on?

Would you like to try yourself as a mentor, share your experiences and help a new student's career?

Or are you a student looking for someone who has already walked the path that lies ahead of you?

Whichever side you are on, the Alumni Mentor Program is the place for you. 🤝

We are looking for mentors and mentees in the 2026/27 academic year! Look for the Alumni Mentoring Programme course in September.

Do you have any questions? Feel free to contact us!
The power of AMP:
https://youtu.be/NSVoNBkDXqs?si=B6G_imP5CQao6iQc

31/08/2026

Dr. Glenis Piedade D'Souza (Class of 2004) of Holy Family Hospital Karachi, Pakistan was honored with the Women Leader Award by Samba Bank during their Appreciation Ceremony for Community Leaders. The award recognizes her outstanding contributions to socio-economic development and capacity building.

Congratulations to Dr. D’Souza for her impactful work and dedication to community growth!

P.S. Please note how she mentions SZOTE in her acknowledgements!

28/08/2026

Accredited FELASA level A and B courses entitled Animal Experiments - Theory and Practice

The University of Szeged offers the opportunity to participate in the newley accredited FELASA (Federation of European Laboratory Animal Science Associations) level "A" and "B" courses between 11 - 22 January, 2027

The course meets all the mandatory requirements for the acquisition of an appropriate level of competence in the use of animals in research and education (Function A), and to design and perform animal experiments (Function B) in the European Union and other countries.

The course will focus on the following main topics:

legislation, ethics and views in society;
the 3R’s;
the course of events of animal experiments;
the biology of animals in laboratory;
the choice of species;
genetic and environmental factors influencing animal experiments;
health and safety hazards;
principles concerning the handling of animals, anaesthesia, analgesia and humane killing of laboratory animals;
principles of surgical procedures;
evaluation and quality control of animal experiments;
reporting;
alternatives to animals experiments

Theory and practice are closely linked. The acquired knowledge and practical skills will be assessed in a final examination based on three items: written exam, evaluation of a document requesting permission for animal experiments, and practical exams.

Language
The official language of the course is English.

Duration
“A” level course (for Function A) 40 hrs of teaching (20 hrs of lectures + 20 hrs of workshops and practices) based on a predefined schedule, plus one day for examination.

“A+B” level course (for Function A and B) 80 hrs of teaching (40 hrs of lectures + 40 hrs of workshops and practices) based on a predefined schedule, plus one examination day.

“B” level course (for Function B) 40 hrs of teaching (20 hrs of lectures + 20 hrs of workshops and practices) based on a predefined schedule, plus one examination day.

The lectures will be held online between 11 - 15 January 2027. The practices will be held on site, with compulsory personal attendance from January 18 to January 21, 2027.

For more details see: https://www.med.u-szeged.hu/expsur/general-information/accredited-felasa-level-181213