Seoul National University Hospital Enhances Research Via Unified Data Platform

2025-04-28 transformation

Seoul, Monday, 28 April 2025.
Seoul National University Hospital has integrated platforms to streamline access to data from 6.85 million patients, fostering advances in personalized healthcare and aiding large-scale research studies.

Streamlined Research Infrastructure

The consolidated cloud-based platform integrates medical databases from Seoul National University Hospital (SNUH), Seoul National University Bundang Hospital (SNUBH), and Seoul National University Boramae Medical Center. This unified system provides comprehensive data on patient visits, diagnoses, procedures, drug exposures, and measurements [1]. The platform maintains stringent security measures, including Cloud Security Assurance Program (CSAP) certification and restricted access through virtual desktop infrastructure [1].

Advanced AI and Data Analytics

In January 2025, SNUH established the Healthcare AI Research Center to accelerate the development of AI-driven medical systems and diagnostic platforms [2]. The hospital has positioned itself at the forefront of Korean medical innovation by introducing the country’s first medical large language model [1]. This technological advancement complements the hospital’s broader initiative as a National Strategic Technologies research institute, designated by the Ministry of Health and Welfare [2].

Global Research Collaboration

The hospital’s commitment to international collaboration is evidenced by its participation in global research initiatives. In November 2024, SNUH showcased its Global Data Platform at the Boston-Seoul Bio & AI Night, demonstrating its capability to facilitate cross-border research collaboration [3]. The platform’s implementation aligns with scheduled developments in computational biology, as highlighted by the upcoming RECOMB 2025 conference in Seoul, where multi-omics integration and biomedical applications will be key focus areas [4].

Future Healthcare Innovation

As a designated National Strategic Technology Specialized Research Institute, SNUH is actively advancing future medical technologies through industry collaboration and technology commercialization [6]. The hospital has committed substantial resources to research infrastructure, investing over 5 billion won annually in new equipment acquisition [6]. This strategic focus on research and development positions SNUH as a pivotal institution in driving healthcare innovation and establishing global research standards [1][6].

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