PMU ensures medical care in Salzburg – the state pledges further support.
During a working meeting between PMU Rector Annemarie Weißenbacher and Governor Karoline Edtstadler, the focus was on the future development of the Paracelsus Medical Private University (PMU) and its central role in science, healthcare, and Salzburg’s economic landscape. The state of Salzburg reaffirmed its support for the PMU—particularly in education and research collaborations.
The PMU is a key component of the three-year Life Sciences Master Plan, through which the federal and state governments aim to strategically strengthen Salzburg as a hub for health and medical research and innovation. In close cooperation with the University of Salzburg and the Salzburg State Hospitals, the PMU makes a significant contribution to cutting-edge medical research.
Beyond its role as an educational institution for over 2,000 students, the PMU—with its approximately 470 employees—is also a major regional employer and economic driver. “It plays a crucial role in Salzburg’s medical care,” emphasized Governor Karoline Edtstadler.
A concrete example of this support is the funding of additional places in the human medicine program. The state of Salzburg will cover the tuition fees, with the condition that graduates work in Salzburg’s healthcare system for at least five years after completing their specialist training. The goal is to secure qualified medical professionals for the region in the long term.
Translated by Le Chat / Mistral AI
