To address global geographical disparities in healthcare workforce distribution, various countries have implemented diverse talent training programs tailored to their specific contexts. Since 2010, China has introduced a policy for the free training of medical students under a rural-oriented scheme, aimed at alleviating the shortage of healthcare professionals in grassroots medical services. Despite years of implementation, there remains a significant gap in the availability of healthcare personnel at the grassroots level, highlighting the need to optimize and expand training models. This study draws on international experiences to provide valuable insights for China's grassroots healthcare talent cultivation policies. Utilizing content analysis, the study summarized and compared healthcare talent training policies across several countries focusing on rural and remote areas, identifying three primary models: targeted training, incentive-based models, and regional medical education frameworks. Each model was defined, characterized, and assessed for its limitations, while common reasons for the failure of certain programs were also discussed. Overall, while international experiences in training healthcare personnel for rural and remote regions are extensive and well-established, China predominantly relies on a targeted medical student system, resulting in a relatively narrow training pathway. Therefore, building on international experiences and considering the current situation in China, this study proposes multidimensional policy measures and practical recommendations to enhance the cultivation of healthcare talent in rural and remote areas, providing valuable references for improving healthcare services in these regions.