It's only fair that all medical grads take the same tests

The problem is that rules in Poland are somewhat more relaxed than those in other nations. In Taiwan, a medical doctor candidate must struggle though a total of seven years of schooling, which include two years as an intern. In Poland, the entire course can be wrapped up in as little as four years, without an internship. Of course, the educational facilities in Poland are significantly cheaper than in, say, the UK.

But there is genuine concern that the educational standards of Poland may not be rigorous enough to comply with Taiwan law. Some have even charged that there are 'special classes' available in Poland for foreign student doctors, and that in practice, only a sum of money separates the student from the diploma. If true, these schools would be no better than diploma mills.

But let's imagine that's not the case and let us assume for a moment that Poland's medical schools are kosher places of higher learning. Even if this is the case, the fact that a four-year course that does not include an internship is acceptable for obtaining a medical license is cause enough for concern.

The Taiwan Department of Heath seems to be leaning towards modifying their regulations to mandate that all Taiwan medical students who graduated from foreign medical schools be subject to the same rigorous testing that local student doctors are required to undergo. We believe this to be the best course of action. Taiwan's medical community includes some of the best doctors in the world and local citizens do not wish to see a diluting of medical quality. The best solution for both patients and doctors is for all of Taiwan's medical students to take the same tests and receive the same accreditation, regardless of where they went to school. It's the fairest way and certainly the safest.

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