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{{short description|Medical school in California, United States}} | |||
[[File:Uc_irvine_som.png|UC Irvine School of Medicine logo|thumb|right]] | |||
File:old-college-building.jpg|Old College Building | |||
File: | The '''UC Irvine School of Medicine''' is a prestigious medical school located in [[Irvine, California]]. It is part of the [[University of California, Irvine]] and is known for its innovative research, comprehensive medical education, and commitment to community service. | ||
==History== | |||
[[File:old-college-building.jpg|Old College Building|thumb|left]] | |||
The UC Irvine School of Medicine was established in 1896 as the Pacific College of Osteopathy in [[Los Angeles, California]]. Over the years, it underwent several transformations and mergers, eventually becoming part of the University of California system in 1965. The school moved to its current location in Irvine in 1967, where it has continued to grow and expand its facilities and programs. | |||
==Academics== | |||
The School of Medicine offers a variety of degree programs, including the [[Doctor of Medicine]] (MD), [[Doctor of Philosophy]] (PhD), and [[Master of Science]] (MS) degrees. The curriculum is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in the basic sciences, clinical skills, and research methodologies. | |||
===Medical Education=== | |||
[[File:Meded-200w.jpg|Medical Education Building|thumb|right]] | |||
The medical education program at UC Irvine emphasizes a patient-centered approach to healthcare. Students are trained in a variety of clinical settings, including the UC Irvine Medical Center, which is a major teaching hospital. The school also offers innovative programs such as the Program in Medical Education for the Latino Community (PRIME-LC), which focuses on training physicians to meet the needs of underserved communities. | |||
===Research=== | |||
UC Irvine School of Medicine is a leader in medical research, with faculty and students engaged in cutting-edge studies across a wide range of fields. The school is home to several research centers and institutes, including the Institute for Clinical and Translational Science and the Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center. | |||
==Campus== | |||
The UC Irvine School of Medicine is located on the university's main campus in Irvine, California. The campus features state-of-the-art facilities, including the Medical Education Building and the Sue and Bill Gross Stem Cell Research Center. | |||
==Community Engagement== | |||
The school is committed to serving the community through various outreach programs and partnerships. Students and faculty participate in health fairs, free clinics, and educational workshops to improve health outcomes in the surrounding areas. | |||
==Related pages== | |||
* [[University of California, Irvine]] | |||
* [[UC Irvine Medical Center]] | |||
* [[Medical education in the United States]] | |||
[[Category:University of California, Irvine]] | |||
[[Category:Schools of medicine in California]] | |||
[[Category:Educational institutions established in 1896]] | |||
Latest revision as of 21:51, 4 March 2025
Medical school in California, United States
The UC Irvine School of Medicine is a prestigious medical school located in Irvine, California. It is part of the University of California, Irvine and is known for its innovative research, comprehensive medical education, and commitment to community service.
History[edit]
The UC Irvine School of Medicine was established in 1896 as the Pacific College of Osteopathy in Los Angeles, California. Over the years, it underwent several transformations and mergers, eventually becoming part of the University of California system in 1965. The school moved to its current location in Irvine in 1967, where it has continued to grow and expand its facilities and programs.
Academics[edit]
The School of Medicine offers a variety of degree programs, including the Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), and Master of Science (MS) degrees. The curriculum is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in the basic sciences, clinical skills, and research methodologies.
Medical Education[edit]
The medical education program at UC Irvine emphasizes a patient-centered approach to healthcare. Students are trained in a variety of clinical settings, including the UC Irvine Medical Center, which is a major teaching hospital. The school also offers innovative programs such as the Program in Medical Education for the Latino Community (PRIME-LC), which focuses on training physicians to meet the needs of underserved communities.
Research[edit]
UC Irvine School of Medicine is a leader in medical research, with faculty and students engaged in cutting-edge studies across a wide range of fields. The school is home to several research centers and institutes, including the Institute for Clinical and Translational Science and the Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center.
Campus[edit]
The UC Irvine School of Medicine is located on the university's main campus in Irvine, California. The campus features state-of-the-art facilities, including the Medical Education Building and the Sue and Bill Gross Stem Cell Research Center.
Community Engagement[edit]
The school is committed to serving the community through various outreach programs and partnerships. Students and faculty participate in health fairs, free clinics, and educational workshops to improve health outcomes in the surrounding areas.
