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Providing unmatched and enriching educational experiences for the development of all levels of learners.

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Education is at the heart of everything we do. Since 1848, the Department of Internal Medicine has led the vision and mission of the U-M Medical School. Our legacy of learners, residents and fellows spans generations and connects us with hospitals and institutions around the world.

In today’s ever-changing healthcare system, a career in medicine demands not only a wide breadth of knowledge and a host of special skills, but the passion and compassion that accompany the highest quality of patient care, education and research. Learn more about how we help each of our learners reach their full professional potential with the educational programs below.

Education & Training Programs

Medical Student Education

Prepare for a career in internal medicine with inpatient and outpatient rotations in a broad range of subspecialties.

Internal Medicine Residency

Train in a variety of clinical care sites with a diverse patient population.

Medicine-Pediatrics Residency

Prepare for a career in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics in our program that has pass rates of over 90%

Fellowships

The Department of Internal Medicine is home to over 22 exceptional fellowship and training programs to increase your skills and advance your career.

Medicine Grand Rounds

Every Friday throughout the academic year, the Department of Internal Medicine hosts weekly Grand Rounds to share the latest advances in internal medicine.

Browse the Medicine Grand Rounds schedule

Continuing Medical Education (CME)

Enhance your knowledge, skills and practice with regular opportunities to learn from our expert faculty members. Innovative, unbiased and evidence-based medical education activities are available in-person or virtual via live webinar and on-demand courses.

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Family’s gift honors wife and mother, supports nephrology nurses

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Medical School News

Akbar K. Waljee, MD, MSc, appointed Associate Dean of Global Health Research

The Board of Regents has approved the appointment of Akbar K. Waljee, M.D., M.Sc., as associate dean of global health research, effective Oct. 1. In his new role, Waljee will report to the dean and will be responsible for leading and coordinating international research efforts in the Medical School Office of Research.