UVA School of Medicine

200 Jeanette Lancaster Way, Charlottesville, VA 22903, USA (434) 924-5571

At the University of Virginia School of Medicine, our primary purpose is to educate and train physicians and research scientists to help people achieve healthy, productive lives and advance knowledge in the medical sciences within a culture that promotes equity, diversity and inclusiveness.

Missions of the School of Medicine

Education

Attract academically accomplished and compassionate students from diverse backgrounds
Create a respectful, nurturing learning environment where students learn and apply science at the highest level

Clinical

Foster humanitarian and caring attitudes, inspiring commitment to alleviating pain and suffering
Transform research into effective treatments, while harnessing technology and developing clinical approaches to meet patients’ needs

Research

Seek new treatments and cures by bringing together basic and clinical scientists from multiple disciplines
Give aspiring physicians and scientists the tools and skills to become innovators of the future

Community

Encourage the free-flowing exchange of ideas as students live and learn side by side
Meet our diverse healthcare needs as a national leader in quality, patient safety, service, and compassionate care

Dean Melina Kibbe welcomes you to the UVA School of Medicine

Melina R. Kibbe, MD, the 17th dean of the UVA School of Medicine and chief health affairs officer for UVA Health welcomes you to UVA School of Medicine. Dr. Kibbe is building on the momentum generated by former Dean David Wilkes' leadership as the School continues to pursue its mission of excellence in education, research and patient care. ( video transcript )

About the School

The UVA School of Medicine is a nurturing, close-knit learning community that balances a distinguished history with modern, inclusive, and diverse initiatives. Our faculty and students are dedicated to making positive contributions within the medical profession and the communities they serve.
We are proud to earn top rankings from U.S. News & World Report. In “Best Medical Schools,” the UVA School of Medicine was ranked No. 1 in Virginia for both medical research and primary care. Nationally, we were ranked in the top 20 percent in Research (#30) and Primary Care (#35). Additionally, for specialty rankings, Internal Medicine ranked #22 and Surgery ranked #23.
Learn more about the School of Medicine within the sections below.

Life at UVA School of Medicine

One campus. Two locations: Charlottesville and Northern Virginia. Students at UVA School of Medicine can expect an enriching experience regardless of which location they choose. Both campuses offer unique experiences working with faculty, students and patients in two distinct locations.

Facts & Figures

UVA School of Medicine truly is a sum of parts. Explore some of the interesting facts and figures which help comprise the UVA School of Medicine.

Faculty Affairs

The Office of Faculty Affairs and Faculty Development supports University of Virginia School of Medicine faculty throughout their careers in their work as teachers, investigators, and patient care providers.

LCME Accreditation

The Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) is officially recognized by the U.S. Department of Education to accredit medical schools in the United States and Canada. It has joint oversight by the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) and the American Medical Association (AMA) but is an independent organization.

Alumni Association

The University of Virginia Medical Alumni Association is dedicated to enhancing the experience of students, house staff, alumni and faculty of the UVA School of Medicine by creating opportunities for mentoring, networking, scholarship and philanthropy.

Policies & Guidelines

Reference the policies and guidelines which help structure UVA School of Medicine as a whole.