# Haynal Imre University of Health Sciences

> Hungarian medical further education institute, university (1956–2000)

**Wikidata**: [Q59773310](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q59773310)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/haynal-imre-university-of-health-sciences

## Summary
Haynal Imre University of Health Sciences was a Hungarian medical university specializing in further education that operated from 1956 to 1999 in Budapest. It was eventually replaced by Semmelweis University after serving as a specialized institution for advanced medical training for over four decades.

## Key Facts
- Haynal Imre University of Health Sciences operated from 1956 to 1999, when it was dissolved and replaced by Semmelweis University
- The university was headquartered in Budapest, Hungary throughout its existence
- It changed official names three times: "Orvostovábbképző Intézet" (1956-1986), "Orvostovábbképző Egyetem" (1986-1993), and "Haynal Imre Egészségtudományi Egyetem" (1993-1999)
- In 1994, the university had 1,296 students enrolled
- The institution's ISNI is 0000000406366695 and its VIAF ID is 155321722
- It was known by the short name HIETE and had the Ringgold ID 72287
- The university was classified as an academic institution for further education specializing in medical sciences

## FAQs
### Q: When was Haynal Imre University of Health Sciences founded and dissolved?
A: Haynal Imre University of Health Sciences was founded on January 1, 1956, and dissolved on December 31, 1999.

### Q: What was the original name of Haynal Imre University of Health Sciences?
A: The original name was "Orvostovábbképző Intézet" from 1956 to 1986, later changed to "Orvostovábbképző Egyetem" until 1993.

### Q: Which university replaced Haynal Imre University of Health Sciences?
A: Haynal Imre University of Health Sciences was replaced by Semmelweis University after its dissolution in 1999.

### Q: How many students did Haynal Imre University of Health Sciences have?
A: In 1994, the university had 1,296 students enrolled.

## Why It Matters
Haynal Imre University of Health Sciences played a crucial role in medical education in Hungary for over four decades, focusing specifically on further education for medical professionals. As a specialized institution dedicated to advanced medical training, it helped maintain and elevate the standards of healthcare practice in Hungary during a critical period of medical development. The university's transition to Semmelweis University represented an important consolidation of medical education resources in Hungary, ultimately contributing to stronger, more comprehensive medical training programs. Its existence from 1956 to 1999 covers significant periods in Hungarian medical history, including political changes and healthcare reforms, making it an important institution to study for understanding the evolution of medical education in Central Europe.

## Notable For
- One of Hungary's primary institutions focused exclusively on medical further education rather than basic medical training
- Maintained a distinct identity separate from traditional medical universities during its 44-year existence
- Underwent three official name changes reflecting different eras of Hungarian medical education
- Served 1,296 students in 1994, indicating substantial enrollment despite its specialized focus
- Had its own campus buildings in Budapest, including a specifically designated kitchen building from 1992

## Body
### History and Establishment
Haynal Imre University of Health Sciences was established on January 1, 1956, as a specialized institution for medical further education in Hungary. It operated independently until December 31, 1999, when it was dissolved and subsequently replaced by Semmelweis University.

### Official Name Changes
The university underwent three official name changes throughout its history:
- "Orvostovábbképző Intézet" (Institute of Medical Further Education) from January 1, 1956, to August 31, 1986
- "Orvostovábbképző Egyetem" (University of Medical Further Education) from September 1, 1986, to August 31, 1993
- "Haynal Imre Egészségtudományi Egyetem" (Imre Haynal University of Health Sciences) from September 1, 1993, to December 31, 1999

### Location and Campus
The university was headquartered in Budapest, Hungary, with a notable campus building that included a kitchen block constructed in 1992, as documented in Wikimedia Commons.

### Student Enrollment
In 1994, the university had 1,296 students enrolled, indicating substantial interest in its specialized medical further education programs.

### Identification and Classification
- ISNI: 0000000406366695
- VIAF ID: 155321722
- Ringgold ID: 72287 (added May 29, 2019)
- Short name: HIETE
- Class: university (academic institution for further education)

## References

1. Aligned ISNI and Ringgold identifiers for institutions