5 Notable alumni of University of Medicine 2, Yangon
Updated: June 08, 2026 EliteDegrees
University of Medicine 2, Yangon is ranked #11,450 in the world and #17 in Myanmar by aggregated alumni prominence. Below is the list of 5 notable alumni from University of Medicine 2, Yangon sorted by their wiki pages popularity. The directory includes famous graduates and former students along with research and academic staff. Many individuals affiliated with University of Medicine 2, Yangon won Nobel Prizes for Peace, in Physics, Chemistry, Physiology or Medicine, and Economics.
1. Cynthia Maung
1959-. (aged 67)
physician
human rights defender
Cynthia Maung is a Karen medical doctor and founder of Mae Tao Clinic that has been providing free healthcare services for internally displaced persons (IDP) and migrant workers on the Thai-Burmese border for three decades.
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2. Chit Thu Wai
1983-. (aged 43)
singer
actor
Chit Thu Wai is a Burmese actress, singer and medical doctor. She has achieved fame and success as an actress and singer.
3. Zaw Wai Soe
1962-. (aged 64)
orthopedic surgeon
physician
Zaw Wai Soe is a Burmese orthopaedics surgeon, physician, professor and politician who currently serves as the Minister for the Ministry of Labour, Immigration and Population, the Ministry of Education, and the Ministry of Health and Sports for National Unity Government since 2 March 2021, appointed by the CRPH. Previously he served as the Rector of the University of Medicine...
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4. Wai Phyo Aung
1985-. (aged 41)
politician
Wai Phyo Aung is a Burmese politician and medical doctor served as a member of parliament in the House of Representatives for Thaketa Township constituency from 2016 until his removal from office in the 2021 Myanmar coup d'état. He is a member of the National League for Democracy.
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5. Ni Ni Khin Zaw
1991-. (aged 35)
physician
singer
songwriter
Ni Ni Khin Zaw is a Burmese pop singer. She is the 2008 winner at The Best of Melody World, a televised singing competition. She performed in the opening and closing ceremonies of the 2013 Southeast Asian Games in Naypyidaw.
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