Foundation History
| 1992 | |
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| April — Establishment of the Foundation |
The Foundation received official authorization as a public-interest incorporated organization from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Health and Welfare, and the Ministry of Education, Science and Culture of Japan. This marked the formal beginning of its international medical exchange activities. |
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November — Survey Mission to the Russian Far East |
A delegation was dispatched to Khabarovsk and Vladivostok to assess local medical conditions and potential areas for bilateral cooperation. Delegation Members: - Prof. Fujio Shimizu, Niigata University School of Medicine - Dr. Yoichiro Domae, Niigata University School of Medicine - Dr. Akira Sakai, Councilor, the Foundation (Hamamatsu) |
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December — Dental Medicine Survey in Khabarovsk |
A specialized team visited Khabarovsk to evaluate dental care systems and training needs. Members: - Prof. Mizuho Nishino, Tokushima University School of Dentistry - Ms. Masako Kimura, Nippon Dental University (Niigata) |
| 1993 | |
| June — 1st Japan–Russia International Symposium on Medical and Healthcare Exchange (Niigata) | The Foundation hosted the inaugural symposium aimed at establishing a sustainable framework for medical collaboration between Japan and Russia. |
| September — Honorary Title Awarded |
Chairman Tarō Nakayama was conferred the title of "Honorary Professor" by the Siberian Medical University in recognition of his contribution to medical exchange. |
| 1994 | |
| April — Medical Survey Mission to Vladivostok | An investigative team was dispatched to further assess regional health needs and opportunities for collaboration.
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| September — 2nd Japan–Russia International Symposium (Vladivostok) | The Foundation organized the second symposium, expanding academic and clinical exchange in the Russian Far East. |
| 1995 | |
| June — 3rd Japan–Russia International Symposium (Osaka) | Held in Osaka, this symposium strengthened joint research and medical training initiatives. |
| July — Endoscopic Medicine Survey in Siberia and the Far East | A medical mission visited Vladivostok, Krasnoyarsk, and Khabarovsk to evaluate the status of endoscopic diagnosis and treatment. Findings contributed directly to the establishment of subsequent training centers.
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| 1996 | |
| MarchーAugust Endoscopy Trainning JuneーJapan-Russia Endoscopy Symposium(Tokyo) |
Held in Nigata,Sapporo,Osaka,Kanazawa Participant: Russia7participants、Japan 70participants
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| September — 4th Japan–Russia International Symposium (Irkutsk) | The fourth symposium broadened participation from both countries and reinforced long-term cooperation frameworks. |
| October — Establishment of the Vladivostok Endoscopy Training Center | The Foundation established its first overseas endoscopy training center in Vladivostok, providing structured training for local physicians.
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| November — Establishment of the Krasnoyarsk Endoscopy Training Center | A second training center was launched in Krasnoyarsk, further expanding the Foundation’s role in capacity-building across the Russian Federation.
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| 1997 | |
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September — 5th Japan–Russia International Symposium on Medical and Healthcare Exchange (Sapporo) |
The Foundation organized the fifth symposium in Sapporo, expanding bilateral cooperation in clinical medicine, public health, and medical education. Organizing Committee Chair: - Prof. Akira Taniuchi, President, Sapporo Medical University Participation: - Russia: 63 participants - Japan: 200 participants Special Lecture: - Prof. G. I. Abelev, Russian Cancer Research Center Plenary Themes: - Cerebrovascular disorders - Tumor epidemiology - Reports from endoscopy training centers Subcommittee Sessions: - Endoscopic diagnosis and treatment - Pediatrics - Dentistry - Insurance systems in Japan and Russia - Cardiology - Sports medicine - Balneology and rehabilitation |
| Additional Activities |
Trainnig for Russian abdominal part surgery doctors(Kanazawa,Sapporo,Tokyo) |
| OctoberーNovember |
Trainnig for Russian coeur doctors(Tokyo,Hamamatsu) |
| November |
Trainnig for Russian nurses(Tokyo,Hamamatsu) |
| NovemberーJanuary/1998 |
Trainnig for Russian endoscopiests(Niigata,Tokyo) |
| 1998 | |
| March — Medical Survey Mission to Moscow |
A delegation conducted on-site assessments of major Russian medical institutions to identify collaboration priorities. Institutions Visited: - Moscow Medical Academy - Federal Mandatory Health Insurance Fund - Moscow Rectal Research Institute - Blokhin Cancer Research Center Delegation Members: -Prof. Motokazu Hori, Councilor, the Foundation - Prof. Makoto Iwabuchi, Dean, Niigata University School of Medicine
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| July–August — Endoscopy Training in Japan |
Russian physicians underwent structured endoscopic training in Hirosaki and Hamamatsu. |
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August — 6th Japan–Russia International Symposium on Medical and Healthcare Exchange (Khabarovsk) |
Organizing Committee Chair: - Dr. Boris M. Kogut, Rector, Far Eastern State Medical University Participation: - Russia: 200 - Japan: 54 Special Lecture: - Prof. Yutaka Yoshida, Hirosaki University: “Mass Screening and Treatment of Colorectal Cancer” Subcommittee Themes: - Endoscopic surgery - Pediatrics - Oral pathology - Dialysis and transplantation |
| SeptemberーDecember |
Trainnig for Russian endoscopiests(Niigata,Tokyo) |
| September |
Trainnig for Russian nurses(Niigata,Tokyo) |
| 1999 | |
| January — 1st Japan–Russia Endoscopy Symposium (Moscow) |
Held at the ZIL Automobile Factory Hospital, marking an important step in Japan–Russia collaboration in endoscopic medicine. Organizing Committee Chair: - Prof. Vladimir Ivashkin, President, Russian Gastroenterological Association Participation: - Russia: approx. 300 - Japan: 8 Japanese Delegates Included: - Assoc. Prof. Takao Endo (Sapporo Medical University) - Lecturer Rintaro Narusawa (Niigata University)
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| September — 7th Japan–Russia International Symposium (Hirosaki) |
Organizing Committee Chair: - Prof. Yutaka Yoshida, Hirosaki University Participation: - Russia: 76 - Japan: 200 Special Lecture: - Prof. Shigeru Hisamichi (Tohoku University): “Prevention of Lifestyle-Related Diseases”
Plenary Themes: - Cancer prevention (breast, lung, gastric, colorectal) - Endoscopy training center reports Subcommittee Sessions: - Endoscopic diagnosis and treatment - Cardiology - Cerebrovascular diseases and rehabilitation - Pediatrics - Oral pathology - Geriatric psychiatry
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| October–November — Training Programs in Japan |
Training for Russian nurses and endoscopists conducted in Niigata and Tokyo. |
| November — Medical Survey Mission to the Amur Region Institutions Visited: |
- Amur State Medical University - Amur State Cardiology Research Institute Amur Regional Hospital
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| 2000 | |
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February — 2nd Japan–Russia Endoscopy Symposium and CME Symposium (Moscow) The Foundation dispatched a delegation to support two key events: |
- 2nd Japan–Russia Endoscopy Symposium - Continuing Medical Education Symposium Organizing Committee Chair: - Dr. D. Bilbin, Rector, Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia Participation: - Russia: approx. 300 - Japan: 10 Venues: - Peoples’ Friendship University Auditorium Japanese Delegation Included: - Prof. Motokazu Hori, Councilor of JRMEF - Prof. Nobuya Hashimoto, Japan Medical Association - Prof. Masayoshi Mai, Kanazawa University Cancer Research Institute - Prof. Akihiro Munakata, Hirosaki University - Lecturer Rintaro Narisawa, Niigata University - Dr. Kazuhiko Omote, Kanazawa University - Mr. Seiichi Takada, Secretariat Director of JRMEF Additional Meetings: Discussions were held with senior representatives of the All-Russian Stroke Association to explore future cooperation.
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| April–July — Endoscopist Training in Japan |
Training programs for Russian endoscopists conducted in Niigata and Kyoto. |
| Septemberー８th Japan-Russia International Medical Exchange Symposium (Blagoveshchensk) |
Organizing Comittee Chair:Mr. Vladimir A. Dorovskikh (Rector Amur Medical Academy) Plenary Meeting: Health Problems in Siberia、Far East、Japan Subcomittee：
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| November |
Trainning for Russian Nurses(Niigata, Tokyo) |
| 2001 | |
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| February |
3rd Japan-Russia Endoscopy Symposium (St. Petersburg) |
| September — 8th Japan–Russia International Symposium on Medical and Healthcare Exchange (Blagoveshchensk) |
The Foundation hosted the eighth symposium in Blagoveshchensk, focusing on public health challenges and advancing academic cooperation across Siberia and the Russian Far East. Organizing Committee Chair: - Prof. Vladimir A. Dorovskikh, Rector, Amur State Medical Academy Participation: - Russia: approximately 200 - Japan: 50 Plenary Themes: - Health issues in Siberia, the Russian Far East, and Japan Subcommittee Sessions: - Environmental medicine - Perinatal and neonatal medicine - Dentistry - Endoscopic diagnosis and treatment - Cancer prevention and treatment Cardiology
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| November — Training Programs for Russian Nurses (Niigata, Tokyo) |
Training was provided in Japanese medical institutions to strengthen clinical nursing skills and promote exchange among medical staff. |
| OctoberーNovember |
Trainnig for Russian endoscopiests(Niigata,Tokyo) |
| 2002 | |
| Februaryー 4th Japan–Russia Endoscopy Symposium (Moscow) |
Organizing Comittee Chair: Mr. Boris K. Poddybnyi (President Russian Gastroenterological Endoscopy Society) |
| Deｃember |
Dr.Taro Nakayama, President of JRMEF was awarded Russian Friendship Medal Dr.Taro Nakayama was awarded by Mr. Ivanov, Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, at embassy of Russia in Tokyo. |
| 2003 | |
| August — 10th Japan–Russia International Symposium (Yakutsk) |
The Foundation organized the tenth symposium, which addressed public health challenges and medical innovation in cold-climate regions. Organizing Committee Chair: - Prof. Palmira G. Petrova Participation: - Japan: 54 - Russia: 300 Plenary Themes: - Environmental issues and health - Healthcare systems in Japan and Russia Subcommittee Sessions: - Endoscopic treatment and laparoscopic surgery - Endoscopic diagnosis - Dentistry - Cardiovascular disease prevention |
| 2004 | |
| February — 6th Japan–Russia Endoscopy Symposium (Moscow) |
The symposium facilitated ongoing academic exchange in endoscopic medicine and strengthened collaboration between Japanese and Russian specialists. August — 11th Japan–Russia International Symposium (Niigata) Organizing Committee Chair: - Prof. Tadashi Noda Participation: - Russia: 91 - Japan: 300 - United States: 2 Special and Invited Lectures: Delivered by senior specialists from Japan and the United States, covering developments in medicine and public health. Subcommittee Themes: - Endoscopy - Stroke and cardiovascular disease - Dentistry - Pediatrics Telemedicine
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| August — 11th Japan–Russia International Symposium (Niigata) |
Organizing Committee Chair: - Prof. Tadashi Noda Participation: - Russia: 91 - Japan: 300 - United States: 2 Special and Invited Lectures: Delivered by senior specialists from Japan and the United States, covering developments in medicine and public health. Subcommittee Themes: - Endoscopy - Stroke and cardiovascular disease - Dentistry - Pediatrics Telemedicine
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| 2005 | |
| February — 7th Japan–Russia Endoscopy Symposium (Moscow) | Held to strengthen cooperation in clinical endoscopy and gastroenterology.
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| February–March — Training Programs for Russian Physicians in Japan |
Russian doctors received practical instruction in Japanese medical institutions to foster mutual clinical understanding. |
| July — Grants for Medical Student Exchanges |
Student exchange programs were supported between: - Osaka Medical College - Niigata University and partner universities in Russia.
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September — Participation in the Japan–Russia–USA Dartmouth International Conference |
Councilor Horihara represented the Foundation at the international academic meeting, reinforcing trilateral medical cooperation.
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| 2006 | |
| February — 8th Japan–Russia Endoscopy Symposium (Moscow) | The symposium was held at the Scientists’ House in Moscow and contributed to the continued advancement of bilateral cooperation in endoscopic medicine. Japanese Participants: - Assoc. Prof. Rintaro Narisawa - Dr. Hiroyuki Bando - Mr. Yuichi Sato
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| May — Japan–Russia Stroke Symposium (Sapporo) |
The Foundation supported a trilateral symposium with participation from Japan, Russia, and the United States. Selected Speakers: - Japan: Dr. Satoshi Harita - Russia: Assistant Prof. Nikolay Shamalov - United States: Representative speaker The symposium addressed contemporary issues in stroke research, clinical care, and international collaboration.
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| July — Medical Student Exchange Grants |
The Foundation provided financial support for student exchanges involving: |
| 2007 | |
| February— 9th Japan–Russia Endoscopy Symposium (Moscow) | A continuation of bilateral cooperation in gastroenterology and endoscopy through academic exchange and clinical demonstration.
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| May — Japan–Russia–USA Cardiology Symposium (Khabarovsk) |
This trilateral symposium strengthened academic cooperation in cardiovascular medicine. Speakers Included: - Prof. Motokazu Hori - Prof. Masahiko Yamagishi - Assoc. Prof. Naohito Tanabe - Lecturer Hiroyuki Hanada Prof. Masanori Tanigawa (Observer)
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| July — Student Exchange Grants |
Additional funding was issued to support medical student exchanges between Japanese and Russian universities.
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| September — Publication of the 15th Anniversary Abstract Collection |
A commemorative abstract volume documenting the Foundation’s activities over 15 years was published. |
| October–November — Cardiovascular Surgery Training Program (Osaka) |
Russian cardiovascular surgeons received training at: - Osaka Medical College - Osaka Medical College Hospital - Hokusetu General Hospital - National Cardiovascular Center
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| 2008 | |
| February 2008 — 10th Japan–Russia Endoscopy Symposium (Moscow) | A milestone event expanding exchanges in advanced endoscopic techniques. |
| May — Support for Participation in Khabarovsk Infectious Disease Symposium | The Foundation facilitated collaboration in infectious disease research and education.
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| July–August — Support for Medical Student Exchange Programs | Participants included students from: - Niigata University - Osaka Medical College. along with Russian partner universities.
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| September — Japan–Russia–USA Medical Symposium (Dartmouth–Hitchcock Medical Center, USA) |
The Foundation supported participation in a trilateral international medical conference. Japanese Delegation Included: - Prof. Motokazu Hori - Prof. Eiji Yano - Prof. Masakazu Yamagishi - Prof. Hiroyasu Iso Prof. Masanori Tanigawa |
| 2009 | |
| February — 11th Japan–Russia Endoscopy Symposium (Moscow) |
The Foundation supported participation in the eleventh symposium. Japanese Participants: - Assoc. Prof. Haruhiro Inoue - Dr. Mitsuhiro Kida - Dr. Yuichi Sato
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| June–July — Medical Student Exchange Grants | Student mobility programs were funded for Niigata University and Osaka Medical College.
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| September — Two Major Training Programs |
1) Cardiology Training Program Held at Niigata University, focusing on developing clinical and academic competencies among early-career Russian doctors. |
| 2010 | |
| February — 12th Japan–Russia Endoscopy Symposium (Moscow) |
Japanese specialists delivered lectures and participated in clinical exchange. Japanese Participants Included: - Dr. Hiroshi Kashida - Dr. Naohisa Yahagi Dr. Masaaki Kobayashi
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| June — Japan–Russia Workshop 2010 Niigata |
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| May–July — Young Physician Training Program (Niigata University) July — Grants for Medical Student Exchanges |
Russian physicians participated in practical clinical training, enhancing bilateral academic ties. The Foundation continued providing financial support to facilitate academic mobility between Japan and Russia.
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| 2011 | |
| February — 13th Japan–Russia Endoscopy Symposium (Moscow) |
The symposium was held at the Russian Cancer Research Center in Moscow and contributed to continued academic collaboration in gastroenterology and endoscopic medicine. Japanese Participants: - Prof. Toru Ito - Prof. Noriaki Kurimoto Russian Participation: - Approximately 250 physicians The event focused on sharing the latest techniques in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy. |
| 2012 | |
| February — 14th Japan–Russia Medical Symposium (Moscow) |
Held at the N. V. Sklifosovsky Research Institute of Emergency Medicine, this symposium expanded cooperation in multiple medical disciplines. Japanese Participants: - Assoc. Prof. Takao Itoi - Dr. Yudai Izumo - Assoc. Prof. Motomaru Masuya Attendance: - Approximately 350 participants Topics included innovations in endoscopy, emergency medicine, and collaborative clinical research.
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| October — Medical Survey Mission to Moscow and St. Petersburg |
A delegation conducted site visits to assess opportunities for future clinical and academic exchange. Institutions Visited: - Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation - Moscow State Medical University No. 1 - Moscow State Medical University No. 2 - St. Petersburg State Medical University Gazprom Hospital |
| 2013 | |
| February — 15th Japan–Russia Endoscopy Symposium (Moscow) |
Held at the President Hospital Polyclinic and Moscow Hospital No. 31. Attendance: 280 Russian participants, including 30 from CIS countries The symposium highlighted cutting-edge endoscopic technologies and strengthened regional cooperation. |
| April — Invitation of President, Russian Society for Cardiovascular Surgery (Japan Visit) |
The visit included institutional meetings and facility tours to promote bilateral collaboration. Sites Visited: - National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center - Osaka University School of Medicine - TERUMO Medical Pranex |
| August — Authorization as a Public Interest Incorporated Foundation | The Foundation was officially recognized under its new name: Public Interest Incorporated Foundation Japan–Russia Medical Exchange Foundation
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| October 31 – November 1 — 13th Japan–Russia International Symposium on Medical Exchange (Osaka) | Held at Osaka University's Ginkgo Hall, the symposium featured presentations by senior faculty from Osaka University and collaborative planning for future exchange.
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| 2014 | |
| February — 16th Japan–Russia Endoscopy Symposium (Moscow) |
Venues: Cosmos Hotel- Moscow Hospital No. 31 - Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University Japanese Presenters Included: - Prof. Toru Ito - Dr. Naohisa Matsuda - Dr. Masau Sekiguchi |
| June — 14th Japan–Russia International Medical Exchange Symposium (St.Petersburg) |
Venue: St. Petersburg State First Medical University Participation: - Approximately 200 participants Japanese Presenters Included: - Prof. Soichiro Kitamura - Prof.. Yasushi Kaneda - Prof. Yoshiki Sawa - Prof. Masaki Mori - Dr. Akira Sakai, Managing Director of the JRMEF Sessions covered developments in surgery, oncology, and interdisciplinary clinical collaboration. |
| June–July — Endoscopy Training Program in Japan |
Russian physicians participated in an intensive endoscopy program at leading Japanese hospitals.
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| July — Support for Medical Student Exchanges |
Administrative and logistical support was provided for exchange programs between Niigata University and Russian medical universities. |
| October 5 — Memorandum of Cooperation with the Skolkovo Foundation |
A formal Memorandum of Cooperation (MoU) was signed to reinforce collaboration in medical innovation. |
| 2015 | |
| February 19–21 17th Japan–Russia Endoscopy Symposium (Moscow) |
Venues:- Day 1: Cosmos Hotel - Day 2: Blokhin Cancer Research Center - Day 3: Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University Japanese Presenters: - Hisao Tajiri, President, JGES - Toru Ito, Professor, Kanazawa Medical University Participants: Day 1: 300 Day 2: 80 Day 3: 0 |
| October 5, Meeting with Russian Delegation Visiting Japan October 23. Meeting with Deputy Mayor of Moscow |
Venue: Russian Trade Representation in Japan Participants included: - Deputy Minister Shleikhin - Business Russia President Repik. - Skolkovo Senior VP Belov, VP Kaem. - Representative Egorov Foundation: Chairman Nakayama, Managing Director Sakai, Secretary-General Tokuya Summary: Discussion on progress of Japan–Russia medical exchange and Skolkovo collaboration.Venue: Hotel New Otani Tokyo Participants: Russia: Deputy Mayor Pechatnikov, Representative Egorov Foundation: Managing Director Sakai, Board Member Yoshida, Secretary-General Tokuya |
| November 13–14, Training Program for Russian Endoscopy Specialists (Moscow) |
Venues: - State Research Center of Coloproctology (SRCC) - Morphology Institute Japanese Trainers: - Ichiro Oda. - Masau Sekiguchi. - Shigeki Sekine
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| December 11, Japan–Russia Endoscopic Surgery Symposium (Osaka) |
Venue: RIHGA Royal Hotel Osaka Summary: Joint symposium with Japan, Russia, and Thailand; two presenters each nation. |
| 2016 | |
| FebruaryーSymposium in Russia |
Date： February 15-16
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| Marchー18th Japan-Russia Endoscopy Symposium ( St.Petersburg) |
Date： 24th-26th, March
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| JuneーNovember: Programs about promoting medical exchange between Japan and Russia |
Meetings about Skolkovo Foundation etc. |
| June 22–25, 5th Japan–Russia Neurosurgery Symposium (Kazan) |
Participant from JRMEF; Manading Director Akira SAKAI Summary: Foundation participation; support confirmed for future collaboration. Meetings with Skolkovo and Moscow Authorities |
| October 28, Hokkaido–Sakhalin Oncology Symposium |
Venue: Hokkaido University Participants: Hirano (Vice Chairman), Sakai (Managing Director), Tokuya (Secretary-General) |
| November 7–25 Training in Japan for Russian Endoscopists |
Participants: Natalia Ageykina, Boris Fedotov Supervisor: Masau Sekiguch |
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December 13–19, Preparatory Mission to Moscow for Japan–Russia Endoscopic Surgery Training Center |
Participant from JRMEF: Managing Director Akira Sakai Meetings with Skolkovo and Moscow Authorities - June 10, 2016 (Trade Representation) - July 18, 2016 (Moscow City + BCG) - Nov 24, 2016 (Trade Representation) |
| 2017 | ||
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| March 10, Japan–Russia Endoscopic Surgery Seminar (MHLW Project) March 21–22, Endoscopy Training for Russian Physicians March 30–April 1 19th Japan–Russia Endoscopy Symposium (St. Petersburg) |
Venue: Embassy of Japan in Moscow Foundation Representative: Dr. Soichiro KitamuraVenues: Herzen Cancer Institute, Rehabilitation Center Trainers: Masataka Sekiguchi, Taku SakamotoHighlights: Live demonstrations and lectures by Tajiri, Ito, Saito, Yasuda Attendance: 1,100 per day (Days 1–2); 920 on Day 3 |
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| April 6, Japan–Russia Endoscopic Surgery Symposium (Moscow) July 5–9, Official Visit to Tyumen July 24 – Aug 10, Three-Week Training Program in Japan December |
Presenters: Takahiro Kinoshita, Suguru Hasegawa Support for International Clinical Medicine Conference |
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| 2018 | ||
| January 2days Endoscopic Trainning Program in Russia |
Date： 29th,30th, January Venue： Hospital No.31 Moscow Endosociety meeting place Japanese Supervisors: Ito, Inoue, Kawai |
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| February ーConsideration about Aging Society in Russia Marchー20th Japan-Russia Endoscopy Symposium (St. Petersburg) |
Dr.Sakai,Board Member of JRMEF visited Russia based on the cooperation proposal by Russian Goverment. During his stay in Russia, he participated the symposium in Moscow on 28th February, and later, also attended the meetings. Date： 26th,Februaryー3rd, March Place： Moscow City Member： Dr. Akira Sakai, Executive Director of JRMEF Theme： Dr.Sakai gave a lecture about the consideration of aging society in Japan at the symposium on 28th, February. In addition, he talked with the Russian person in charge about the cooperation in future. 20th Japan-Russia Endoscopy Symposium Date: 29thー31st, March Venue: Hotel ' Holiday Inn' Conference hall Japanese Presenters and Theme 29th,30th＜Live Demo＞ Prof. Toru Ito(DEpartment of Endoscopy, Kanazawa Medical University) Prof. Haruhiro Inoue (Professor and Director, Digestive Desease Center, Showa University Koto-Toyosu Hospital) Dr. Yutaka Saito (Director of Endoscopy Center, National Cancer Center Hospital) Dr. Takao Itoi(Prof. and Chair, Dept. of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Tokyo Medical University) 31st＜Symposium＞ Dr. Hisao Tajiri(President, Japan Gastroenterlogical Endoscopy Society) Discover the future of digestive endoscopy Dr. Haruhiro Inoue The Experience of 1,500 POEM Treatment and New Development Dr. Toru Ito Standard Diagnosis ＆ Treatment of Early Gastric Cancer Dr. Takao Itoi Recent topic of interventional EUS Dr. Yutaka Saito The clinical impact of JNET classification and treatment strategy for early colorectal cancer （Total Participants） About 1,000 per day |
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| AprilーJapan-Russia Endoscopic Surgery Symposium | (Date) 3rd, April （Venue） Conference Hall, Hetel Cosmos, Moscow City Japanese Presenters and Theme Dr. Takahiro Kinoshita, Director, Department of Gastrointentinal Oncology, Gastric Surgery Division, National Cancer Center Hospital East “Cardio esophageal Cancer, Surgical approach and technique, lymph node dissection” Associate Prof. Mitsuyoshi Ota(Yokohama City University Medical Center, Gastroenterological Center ) “Colorectal resection, Lateral lymph node dissection” （Participants） about 200 |
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| May 20–23, 6th Japan–Russia Neurosurgery Symposium (Fukui) | Summary: Foundation participation 2participants; grant support provided (1 million JPY) | |
| JulyーMeeting with Deputy Trade Representative of The Russian Federation in Japan July 23–August 10, Training in Japan for Russian Endoscopists (Three-week Program) |
Training Sites: Kanazawa Medical University, Showa University Toyosu Hospital, Tokyo Medical University Participants:- Dr. Natariya Matvienko (Moscow) - Dr. Evgeniia Peganova (Nizhny Novgorod) - Dr. Inna Shestak (Novokuznetsk)
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| September | Meeting was held with Medical Representative of Chelyabinsk through the introduction of Depty Trade Representative of The Russian Federation in Japan. | |
| November 9–10, 15th Japan–Russia Medical Symposium (Niigata) |
Venue: Hotel Italia Ken Key Lectures: - Sakai: “The 26-Year Journey of the Foundation” - Akimoto: Proton Beam Therapy - Akita: Cancer Genomic Medicine - Saito: AI-Enhanced Colorectal Endoscopy - Miyazaki & Yoshioka: Telemedicine in Pediatric Oncology - Dvornichenko: Pediatric Oncology in Irkutsk - Ochiya: microRNA Diagnostics - Mizuguchi & Kapustin: Pancreatic Ultrasound - Zaboronok: BNCT Collaboration |
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| 2019 | ||
| January 29 – February 2, Training Program for Russian Endoscopists in Moscow February 26 – March 3, Japan–Russia Dialogue on Aging Society |
Venues: Hospital No.31, Moscow Endosociety Trainers: Toru Ito, Ichiro YasudaLecturer: Managing Director of JRMEF Akira Sakai Summary: Presentation and consultation with Russian officials. |
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| April 3, Japan–Russia Endoscopic Surgery Symposium (Moscow) |
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June 27, |
Venue: Concert and entertainment center Millennium, Yaroslavl |
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| August 5–8, Japan–Russia Medical Forum in Irku-tsk |
Programs: - Opening session with Irkutsk Governor and Japanese representatives - Oncology lectures (Nishida, Mizuguchi, Nakamura, Oda) - Surgical/endoscopy program (Suzuki, Matsubara, Bistovskaya, Postnova, Kukarin) - Proton therapy & CAR-T sessions (Tanaka, Imai) |
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| September 9–27, Three-Week Endoscopy Training Program in Japan |
Participants: Tikhomirova, Vanian, Nedoluzhko Supervisors: Ito, Yasuda, Kawai |
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| 2020 | February 3–4, Training in Moscow (Final Pre-Pandemic Program) |
Venue: Moscow Clinical Scientific Center (Loginov) Japanese Trainers: Toru Ito - Ichiro Yasuda - Takashi Kawai Summary: Advanced endoscopic training on complication prevention and management. This was the final in-person bilateral exchange before the global COVID-19 pandemic. |
| March,2021: 22thJapan-Russia Endoscopy Symposium(On-Line) |
(Date) 20th, march 3：00PM～7：00PM (Japan Time) （Venue） On-Line Between Conference Hall in St. Petersburg and Japanese Doctors in Japan Lecturers and Theme: Opening Greeting： Mr. Yasumasa Iijima(Consul-General, Consulate-General of Japan in Dr. Akira Sakai(Executive Director, JRMEF) Presentation： Dr. Hisao Tajiri(Former President, Japan Gastroenterlogical Endoscopy Society) Dr. Haruhiro Inoue(President, Japan Gastroenterlogical Endoscopy Society) Dr.Toru Ito Dr. Yutaka Saito Dr. Takao Itoi The number of access in Russia： Over 700(Zoom and Youtube) The number of access in Japan： About 30(Zoom and Youtube) Participants of JRMEF： Dr. Akira Sakai,Executive Director and Mr. Mamoru Tokuya, |
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| 2021 |
No activities conducted. International travel restrictions, institutional constraints, and medical safety priorities resulted in complete suspension of all programs. |
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| 2022 |
Full Suspension Due to the Russian Inversion to Ukraine. Following the events of February 2022, all collaboration with Russian medical institutions was terminated. All planned symposia, training programs, and exchanges were cancelled. Bilateral medical exchange with the Russian Federation formally entered long-term suspension. |
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| 2023 | June15, August 8–10, International Medical and Health Symposium (Mongolia) |
Organizational Renewal and Strategic Expansion Name Change: From “Japan–Russia Medical Exchange Foundation” To “Japan International Medical Exchange Foundation” Purpose: To expand international collaboration beyond Russia and develop broader medical‑exchange frameworks in Asia and globally.Venues: National Cancer Center Conference Hall (Ulaanbaatar) - National Palace Conference Hall This three‑day symposium marked the first major post‑pandemic international medical exchange by the Foundation. Japanese Speakers: - Shuichiro Shiina: “Resection and Ablation for Liver Cancer” + Live Demonstration - Naoki Hotta: Assistant in live demonstration - Hideki Hisayasu: Assistant in live demonstration - Go Wakabayashi: “Minimally Invasive Anatomic Liver Resection with ICG Guidance” - Yutaka Saito: “Endoscopic Diagnosis and EMR/ESD Strategy for Colorectal Tumors” + Live Demonstration Foundation Representatives: - Akira Sakai, Managing Director - Mamoru Tokuya, Secretary-General Summary: High-level collaboration in oncology, minimally invasive surgery, and therapeutic endoscopy. The symposium signaled the Foundation's entrance into a new phase of broader international medical partnerships.
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| 2024 |