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UC Riverside

School of Medicine

A Community-Based Medical School for the 21st Century

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About the School of Medicine

The UC Riverside School of Medicine was created to address the shortfall of healthcare professionals in the Inland Southern California region. The school is led by the Mark and Pam Rubin Dean and the Vice Chancellor for Health Sciences Deborah Deas, M.D., M.P.H.

Our leadership group is made up of a team of medical professionals who are well-respected leaders in the field of medical education, united in the goal of improving health care for the residents of Inland Southern California.

Our History

The UCR School of Medicine welcomed the first class of students in 2013, but the dream of creating a medical school in Riverside dates back to 1971. Read about our history and learn about the people who helped make the School of Medicine a reality.

Mission, Vision, Diversity, and Values Statements

Read about our mission, our vision, our commitment to diversity, and the values that drive the faculty, staff, and students of the UC Riverside School of Medicine.

 

UC Riverside School of Medicine and LCME Accreditation

The UC Riverside School of Medicine has received continued full accreditation from the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME). The next accreditation visit is scheduled for the 2029-2030 academic year. For more information about the LCME, visit their website. For general questions to the LCME, email lcme@aamc.org.

Our Locations

The School of Medicine Education Building I and Education Building II are located on the east side of campus, next to the Orbach Science Library. The Orbach Library is home to the Center for Simulated Patient Care.

Research and laboratory facilities are housed in multiple sites on campus, including:

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UCR Health

UCR Health is a team of physicians, specialists and healthcare professionals affiliated with the UCR School of Medicine who are dedicated to improving the health of you and your family. To schedule an appointment with one of our physicians, please visit the UCR Health website.

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