On September 10, PUMCH marked its 105th anniversary with the grand reopening of the renovated History Museum on the second floor of the Academic Auditorium. Officiating guests were: Chen Zhu, Leading Scientist of the Noncommunicable Chronic Diseases-National Science and Technology Major Project, and Academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS); Zeng Yixin, Vice Minister of the National Health Commission (NHC); Academician Zhao Yupei, President of the Chinese Medical Association, and Honorary President of PUMCH; Jin Wei, Standing Committee Member of the CPC Beijing Municipal Committee and Vice Mayor of Beijing; Dr. Roger I. Glass, President of CMB; Zhang Shuyang, President of PUMCH; and Wu Peixin, Party Secretary of PUMCH. International medical experts, leadership from partner institutions, PUMCH leadership, and CAS and CAE (Chinese Academy of Engineering) academicians gathered to witness the official reopening of this cultural cornerstone, which preserves and honors more than a century of medical heritage. 

▲Group photo of guests and attendees

During the ceremony, Academician Zhao Yupei, Dr. Roger I. Glass, and Vice Minister Zeng Yixin delivered remarks. They reviewed PUMCH’s century-long journey and its enduring partnerships with institutions at home and abroad, underscoring the shared mission of nurturing medical talent and driving healthcare innovation. In a gesture honoring the historic century-long ties between CMB and PUMCH, Dr. Glass presented a commemorative book to the hospital, reaffirming their commitment to deepening international medical exchange.

The museum was officially unveiled as the officiating guests activated a laser pointer modeled after PUMCH’s symbolic "Master Key", virtually unlocking the museum's bronze doors to inaugurate a new chapter.

▲Group photo of the officiating guests at the unveiling ceremony

Following the unveiling ceremony, Chinese and international guests toured the museum. Pausing before rare archival records and historical artifacts, they retraced PUMCH’s extraordinary journey of perseverance, resilience, and clinical excellence spanning over a century. As guests reflected on this storied past, they drew deep inspiration from the enduring PUMCH spirit, while building a shared commitment to advancing global medical cooperation and human health in the new era.

The renovated PUMCH History Museum chronicles the hospital’s storied journey and illustrates its enduring spirit. Tracing a century of progress, the exhibition highlights the evolution of modern medicine in China alongside the fruits of international medical exchange. It serves not only as an inspiring space for staff to carry forward the PUMCH legacy, but also as a vital window to share China’s medical story and facilitate global healthcare dialogue.