About the College of Medicine
How we prepare future physicians through innovative education, research and community engagement.
For five decades, the College of Medicine at NEOMED has dedicated itself to cultivating skilled physicians for the state of Ohio and beyond.
A significant number of our students choose to specialize in primary care, leveraging the College’s extensive partnerships with over 30 regional health systems and major universities. Others are excel in specialty areas, making them highly sought after by some of the world’s top health care institutions.
Dean’s Office leadership
The College is made up of leaders focused on advancing student education and the mission of the College of Medicine at NEOMED.
Mission and vision
Through education, research and public service, we inspire medical students to become exemplary patient-care-centered physicians.
Curriculum
Our curriculum is focused on interprofessional training, cultural competence and population health. This page breaks down the curriculum by year, from M1 to M4.
Strategic Plan
Our plan is centered on creating the next generation of transformational leaders in medicine.
Accreditation
Read about the work underway as we prepare for our April 2027 accreditation site visit.
Body Donation Program
Body donations to the University help to advance medical education and research, and to improve patient care.
Facts & figures
Learn more about our USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 results, graduation rates and residency match placement results.
Our partners
University partners in and around Northeast Ohio provide more pathways than ever to becoming a physician.
Research
Our nationally recognized research focus areas provide opportunities for both faculty and medical students.
College news
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James A. Nard, M.D., Wins National Pediatric Hospital Medicine Award for Excellence in Clinical Care
Learn MoreJames A. Nard, M.D., professor of pediatrics at Akron Children’s Hospital, has been awarded the 2024 Pediatric Hospital Medicine Award for Excellence in Clinical Care. The PHM website states that […]
- Congratulations to M3 Students Michael Massey and James Moore for their winning poster presentation, "Abolishing the Medical Debt of Akron Residents" which won the People's Choice Award at the Ohio [...]Learn More
- Congratulations to Jennifer Baccon, M.D., Ph.D., professor and chair of pathology, on being elected President-Elect for the Association for Academic Pathology. Dr. Baccon will serve as President-Elect starting in July [...]Learn More