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Research
NJMS is a leader in advancing biomedical research to improve human health
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Academics
Our rigorous academic experience strikes a healthy balance between classroom and real world learning opportunities.


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Patient Care
NJMS offers patients exceptional care and the tools needed to maintain their health. Schedule a telehealth appointment and quickly find a physician/specialist.

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Why New Jersey Medical School

Through a rigorous curriculum that places emphasis on combining holistic educational experiences with lessons learned by on-the-job training, New Jersey Medical School students are taught by venerated faculty members to become highly-skilled and compassionate physicians who deliver a particular brand of medicine and healthcare that is defined by extraordinary skill, professionalism, and respect for the patient.

 

 

A New Era of Medical Education at Rutgers

To create a stronger medical education program that is well-equipped to meet the challenges of the future, the Rutgers University Board of Governors voted on July 10, 2023, to seek combined accreditation between New Jersey Medical School (NJMS) and Robert Wood Johnson Medical School (RWJMS). The integration of the medical schools will create co-equal bodies under a single accreditation to be known as Rutgers School of Medicine.

NJMS Spotlight

Lead Screening in Pregnancy Can Protect Maternal and Newborn Health. Why Is It Not Universal?

Rutgers Health experts advocate for advancing lead screening standards to protect maternal and infant health.

New Method Makes Brain Imaging Research More Accessible for Psychiatric Studies

New imaging approach makes psychiatric studies more efficient, offering insights into mental health with smaller groups of patients.

Tailbone Pain Awareness: Shedding Light on a Commonly Overlooked Condition

Dr. Patrick Foye, a Rutgers Health expert, discusses the impact of Tailbone Pain Awareness Day and the need for specialized care.

Researchers Reveal Why a Key Tuberculosis Drug Works Against Resistant Strains

Rutgers Health study uncovers vulnerabilities in drug-resistant TB, offering hope for improved treatments.


The New Rutgers School of Medicine Releases Mission, Vision, and Values Statement Focused on Advancing Health Equity

Learn how the new Rutgers School of Medicine aims to advance health equity.

 

NJMS in the News

Dopamine Detoxes Don't Work. Here's How to Actually Quit Bad Habits.

Health experts share why dopamine detoxes might not be the solution and offer practical ways to break free from bad habits.

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NJ's Blue Envelope Program and autism facts at a glance

More NJ police departments are embracing the Blue Envelope Program, equipping officers with tools to quickly identify and appropriately support drivers with developmental disorders during traffic stops.

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NJ Poison Control Center tips on preventing illness this holiday season

Stay well with expert tips to prevent illness this holiday season.

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More Doctors Push Back Against Medicine's 'Workaholic' Culture

A new generation of doctors are putting themselves first. Read more about the push for a work-life balance.

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EVENTS

 

 

Medical Science Building Renovation Project

Rutgers New Jersey Medical School has embarked on an exciting renovation project to update and modernize the school's Medical Science Building. The 630,000-square-foot structure is the central hub of the NJMS campus and the school's nationally recognized research efforts.

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History In the Making

To understand New Jersey Medical School's future, is to first understand its storied past. Travel through time to learn about the early beginnings of the oldest medical school in the state of New Jersey. Thanks to its thriving community of students, faculty, staff, and researchers, New Jersey Medical School remains steadfast on its path toward greatness. We invite you to join us for the journey. Click Here To View Our Full Timeline

1954

Incorporation papers are filed to establish the Seton Hall College of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (SHCMD) as the state's first medical school.

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1955

Charles L. Brown, MD, is appointed founding dean of SHCMD and leads an initiative to attract outstanding faculty to the new school.

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1960

The four-year medical program at SHCMD receives full accreditation from the American Medical Association.

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1965

The school is renamed as the New Jersey College of Medicine and Dentistry (NJCMD).

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1970

As part of the Medical and Dental Act of 1970, NJCMD and Rutgers Medical School are combined under one Board of Trustees as the College of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (CMDNJ).

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