This course mainly takes the history of medical development as the main line, introduces the background and development process of different types of medicine, tells about the humanistic thoughts and specific treatment methods of Chinese medicine, and states the history of development of disciplines related to medicine. This paper describes the necessary medical literacy of medical students and the corresponding training methods. Through the study of medical history, students are enabled to understand the development laws of medicine, master correct methodologies, expand knowledge, and cultivate students 'ability to observe, analyze, and comprehensively work.