New York University Grossman School of Medicine
New York University Grossman School of Medicine (NYU Grossman School of Medicine) is the medical school of New York University (NYU). It is located in New York City, New York, and is one of the most prestigious medical schools in the United States.
History[edit | edit source]
The NYU Grossman School of Medicine was founded in 1841 as the University Medical College. It has a long history of medical education, research, and clinical care. The school was renamed in 2019 in honor of Robert I. Grossman, the dean of the medical school, who has been instrumental in its development and success.
Academics[edit | edit source]
The NYU Grossman School of Medicine offers a variety of degree programs, including the Doctor of Medicine (MD) program, dual degree programs such as MD/PhD, MD/MPH, and MD/MBA, as well as graduate programs in biomedical sciences. The school is known for its innovative curriculum, which integrates basic science and clinical experience from the first year of medical school.
Departments and Institutes[edit | edit source]
The school comprises several departments and institutes, including:
- Department of Medicine
- Department of Surgery
- Department of Pediatrics
- Department of Psychiatry
- Department of Neurology
- Department of Radiology
- Institute for Innovations in Medical Education
- Institute for Computational Medicine
Research[edit | edit source]
NYU Grossman School of Medicine is a leader in medical research, with numerous research centers and institutes dedicated to advancing medical knowledge and improving patient care. The school receives significant funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and other sources to support its research initiatives.
Clinical Care[edit | edit source]
The school is affiliated with several hospitals and medical centers, including NYU Langone Health, which provides a wide range of clinical services and serves as a primary teaching hospital for the medical school. Students and faculty are involved in providing high-quality patient care and conducting clinical research.
Admissions[edit | edit source]
Admission to NYU Grossman School of Medicine is highly competitive. The school seeks to admit students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership potential, and a commitment to the field of medicine. The admissions process includes a review of academic records, letters of recommendation, personal statements, and interviews.
Notable Alumni[edit | edit source]
The school has produced many notable alumni who have made significant contributions to the field of medicine and beyond. Some of these alumni include:
- Jonas Salk, developer of the polio vaccine
- Albert Sabin, developer of the oral polio vaccine
- Lewis Thomas, physician, poet, and essayist
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- New York University
- NYU Langone Health
- National Institutes of Health
- Doctor of Medicine
- Medical education in the United States
See Also[edit | edit source]
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