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We endeavor to cultivate a talented and diverse class of students who contribute to and care for patients and the community.


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Research
NJMS is a leader in advancing biomedical research to improve human health
and wellness around the world.


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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

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.

MedicZero: Saving Lives by Transforming Bystander Emergency Response

Rutgers alumni-backed non-profit, MedicZero, is dedicated to teaching bystanders' life-saving skills like hands-only CPR. Discover how they're enhancing emergency response in communities.

Rutgers New Jersey Medical School Students Awarded Grant to Lead Opioid Prevention Efforts in Newark

Rutgers NJMS students receive Helping Hands Grant to expand opioid prevention efforts throughout Newark.

Your Best Bet for Avoiding Illness from Flu and COVID-19? Getting Vaccinated.

Rutgers Health expert highlights the importance of staying protected this fall and shares what you need to know about vaccines for COVID-19 and flu, as well as information about Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).


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.

 

NJMS in the News

Lead screening urged for pregnant moms, newborns

Rutgers Health experts urge lead screening for pregnant mothers and newborns, advocating for early detection and treatment against elevated lead levels.

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Raising Awareness for Overlooked Tailbone Pain

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

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Can't Stop Scrolling? Experts Share 6 Ways to Use Social Media Without Getting Addicted

Hooked on your feed? Here's how to enjoy social media without the addiction.

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Doctor Judging You for Your Weight? Here’s How to Find Kinder Care

Feeling judged at the doctor's office? Here's how to advocate for yourself and seek supportive care.

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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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