The Contribution of Academician Byambajav Ragchaa to the Development of Internal Medicine Diagnostics and Hepatology
- VernacularTitle:Академич Бямбажавын Рагчаагийн дотор өвчний онош зүй ба элэг судлалын салбарыг хөгжүүлэхэд оруулсан хувь нэмэр
- Author:
Dolgion D
1
,
2
;
Tulgaa L
2
;
Bira N
1
;
Badamjav S
1
;
Enkh-Amar A
1
Author Information
1. Department of Gastroenterology, School of Biomedicine, MNUMS
2. Institute of Medical Sciences, Ministry of Economy and Development
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Medical Science;
Viral Hepatitis;
Contribution;
History;
Scientific Research
- From:
Mongolian Journal of Health Sciences
2025;86(2):8-13
- CountryMongolia
- Language:Mongolian
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Abstract:
Background:Academician Ragchaa B made a profound contribution to the foundation and development of internal
medicine in Mongolia. He was among the first graduates of the Faculty of Medicine at the National University of Mongolia,
becoming the country’s first internal medicine physician, educator, and researcher in the field of internal pathology.
Ragchaa B achieved numerous pioneering roles, including being, the first Mongolian head of the Department of Internal
Medicine, and the first professor in this specialty. His extensive contributions helped establish and advance internal medicine
and medical education in Mongolia.
Aim:The aim of this study is to analyze the scholarly works of Academician Ragchaa Byambajav to explore and disseminate
his valuable contributions to the foundation and development of the science of “Internal Medicine Diagnostics” and
hepatology
Materials and Methods:This study utilized a documentary research method to analyze the contributions of the distinguished
scholar, Academician Ragchaa B. The research involved a comprehensive review of his published books, textbooks,
scientific articles, presentations, and archival materials. Additionally, the study examined references to Ragchaa B
in books, newspapers, and collected written and oral recollections from his former students across different generations.
Through systematic analysis of these sources, the study aimed to provide an in-depth understanding of his academic and
professional legacy.
Results:Academician Ragchaa B, during his teaching career, graduated approximately 4,000 medical professionals and
produced a total of 156 scholarly works. Drawing from his vast knowledge, skills, and experience, he became renowned
for writing the textbooks “Clinical Aspects of Botkin’s Disease” (1969) and “Diagnosis of Internal Diseases” (1970),
earning recognition as the first scholar to author a Mongolian medical textbook.
In 1977, Professor Ragchaa B consolidated his research on liver diseases and authored the monograph “Clinical Aspects
of Botkin’s Disease,” which led to him earning the Doctor of Medical Sciences (Sc.D.) degree.
Conclusion:1. Academician Ragchaa Byambajav was a distinguished scholar who made significant contributions to the science of
internal medicine diagnostics. He served as the first Mongolian head of the “Department of Internal Medicine Diagnostics”
in 1953, teaching for over 50 years and acting as a consultant in internal medicine for more than 40 years.
2. He directed research on viral hepatitis and authored the monograph “Clinical Aspects of Botkin’s Disease”, which
led to his achievement of a Doctor of Medical Sciences degree in 1977. This accomplishment established him as the
first specialized researcher and educator in hepatology in Mongolia.
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