Duke University School of Medicine (DUSM)

At the Duke University School of Medicine, we believe that equity, diversity, and inclusion are core elements of institutional excellence. We are committed to developing and implementing a culture of inclusion in which faculty, staff, and stud ure of inclusion in which faculty, staff, and students from underrepresented backgrounds experience a genuine sense of value, empowerment, and belonging The School of Medicine has published several videos highlighting individuals and groups committed to enhancing diversity and equity, inclusion, and respect for our faculty, staff, trainees, and students. Duke University School of Medicine is one of the nation’s leading institutions for health professions and biomedical education, clinical care, biomedical research, and community partnership. The school comprises more than 2,600 regular rank faculty physicians and researchers, nearly 2,000 students in a variety of health professions and graduate degree programs, and more than 6,200 staff. Planning for the School of Medicine began nearly a century ago in 1925 when businessman James Buchanan Duke, benefactor of Duke University and The Duke Endowment, bequeathed $4 million to establish the Duke University School of Medicine, as well as the Duke University School of Nursing and Duke University Hospital. Less than five years after the school opened in 1930, the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) ranked Duke in the top quarter of medical schools in the country. In the nearly 100 years since, the School of Medicine has built an international reputation as a world-class academic medical institution. Duke Health encompasses the world-class academic health care and research of the Duke University Health System, Duke University School of Medicine, Duke University School of Nursing, Duke-NUS Medical School, Duke Global Health Institute, and the Duke-Margolis Institute for Health Policy. At Duke University School of Medicine, we are a dynamic, diverse community of scholars, educators, clinicians, scientists, and learners dedicated to advancing health and wellness through education, research, patient care, and community partnership. Established in 1930, we have grown to become one of the nation’s leading medical schools, renowned for its innovative curriculum, cutting-edge research, and commitment to excellence in clinical care. We are driven by a commitment to improving human health. We achieve this through a unique blend of rigorous academic programs, pioneering scientific discovery, and compassionate patient care. Central to our mission is a steadfast commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. These principles are essential to achieving institutional excellence and fostering a vibrant, supportive community where everyone feels welcomed, valued, empowered, and included. The rich variety of backgrounds, interests, experiences, and perspectives that make up the School of Medicine creates an environment in which innovation and excellence thrive. We are deeply committed to serving our community. Through partnerships with local organizations and global initiatives, we strive to reduce health disparities and improve health equity and access to care for all populations. Education, research, patient care, and community partnership come together at Duke University School of Medicine to create a healthier, more equitable world. We are proud of our legacy and excited about the future as we continue to lead in health care education and innovation. The Duke University School of Medicine offers a variety of health professions and graduate degree programs. These include the Doctor of Medicine program, recognized nationally for its unique patient-centered curriculum; the nation’s first Physician Assistant program; Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy doctorates; 18 biomedical PhD programs; an innovative Master of Biomedical Sciences, and numerous other master’s degree programs. The School of Medicine also is home to the Medical Scientist Training program which allows students to combine an MD degree with a PhD in the biomedical sciences in partnership with The Graduate School. Duke's Graduate Medical Education includes more than 180 residency and fellowship programs and almost 1,200 trainees. Explore the diversity of the school's student and trainee populations. ...view more