title: The rise of Chinese military medicine: opportunity for mercy ship, not gunboat, diplomacy.
abstract: Recent exchanges between the United States and China at the presidential and cabinet level have emphasized the need for an enhanced military-to-military relationship to further mutual understanding and promote cooperation. This article explores the historic context of military medical relations between the two nations as well as the rationale and opportunities for increased interaction through medical diplomacy. Specific areas for potential collaboration are discussed with recommendations for future action.
authors: 59th Surgical Specialty Squadron, Wilford Hall Medical Center, 2200 Bergquist Drive, Lackland AFB, San Antonio, TX 78236, USA.
authors: James A
authors: JA
authors: Chambers
mesh_terms: D002681:China; D003299:Cooperative Behavior; D057217:Economic Development; D006077:Government Agencies; D049669:History, 16th Century; D049671:History, 18th Century; D049672:History, 19th Century; D049673:History, 20th Century; D049674:History, 21st Century; D049690:History, Ancient; D006801:Humans; D038622:Internationality / Q000266:history*; D008887:Military Medicine / Q000266:history*; D012066:Relief Work; D014481:United States