Celebrating 50 years

Our story

Our journey started with a commitment to fill the gap in local health care, igniting the belief that knowledge is power. Acknowledging shifts in traditional education, we emphasize the need for a broader skill set in the evolving landscape of the health professions.  We provide leadership training alongside health sciences education, research and service. NEOMED pioneers the future of health professions education and practice through our unwavering commitment to diversity, innovation and collaboration to create transformational leaders.

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Golden Anniversary Celebration

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November 1, 2024

The NEW Center @ NEOMED

In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the founding of the Northeast Ohio Medical University, the NEOMED Foundation is hosting the NEOMED Grand Casino Night, benefiting student scholarships and the Blue Fund. All are welcome to join us for this celebration.

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Five highlights from our 50 years

Women in Medicine was Launched

Women in Medicine was launched in 1978 to provide further mentorship for female students, faculty, and staff. The group continues today as Women in NEOMED to reflect the expanding number of health professions.

Classes Began

The first class at NEOMED began in the fall of 1977. The first class graduated in 1981 after earning their M.D.

Student-Run Free Clinic

The Student-Run Free Clinic was established in 2016 by medicine and pharmacy students to provide high-quality health care at no cost to underinsured and uninsured members of the community.

NEOMED Announced Plans for the Bitonte College of Dentistry

Plans for the new Bitonte College of Dentistry were announced following a $10 million donation from the Bitonte Family that will help address the current shortage of dentists.

BeST Center

The BeST Center was launched in 2009 and has provided information for thousands of individuals and families living with schizophrenia.

More to come!

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Toward an even brighter future

November 2023 marks 50 years since the founding of NEOMED. Your gift honoring this momentous occasion will help ensure a bright future for another 50 years and beyond. Thank you for your support!

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