Rush Medical College

Throughout its long history, Rush Medical College has made major contributions to medical science and education.

Learn about the educational mission of Rush Medical College departments and their role in training tomorrow’s health care leaders.

Doctor of Medicine (MD) Program

Rush Medical College offers a hands-on training experience in a state-of-the-art medical center under the guidance of acclaimed clinician educators.

Rush Medical College Research

Rush Medical College faculty and students conduct research that furthers the understanding of diseases and leads to more effective treatments.

Community Service

Rush Medical College students continue to give back to our surrounding communities and make a difference in the lives of others.

Rush Medical College Upcoming Events

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information sessions and campus tours!

Learn More About Find Your Rush Day

One of the first medical colleges founded in the Midwest, Rush Medical College continues to prepare tomorrow’s leaders in medicine in the classroom, the lab and the clinic.

Flipping the script

Rush Medical College’s curriculum prepares the doctors of tomorrow with an emphasis on team-based exercises tailored to the way today’s students learn.

‘Experience the Art of Medicine, as Well as the Science’

Rush Medical College students interact with patients in a world-class medical center, as well as play roles in research and community service. Learn how you can pursue your calling in medicine at Rush.

A Passion for Service

In his four years at Rush Medical College, Chris Green has played a role in community service efforts helping underserved populations.

Rush Medical College News

Med Student Honored for Social Activism

Kristen Pallok, a Rush Medical College student, collaborated with David Ansell, MD, MPH, on a health equity initiative that led to policy change in Illinois.

Mentoring Profile: Laura Deon, MD, Rush Medical College

Laura Deon is inspired in her work at Rush by the chance to change the lives of children with disabilities and improve their comfort, care and quality of life.

Dr. Sherine E. Gabriel Selected as Next President of Rush University

Sherine E. Gabriel, MD, MSc, has been named as the new president of Rush University. She will be its fourth president and the first solely focused on the University.

Rush University Receives HEED Award for Excellence in Diversity

INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine has recognized Rush for diversity efforts in health professions higher education.

Mentoring Profile: Antonia Zaferiou, PhD, Rush Medical College

Antonia Zaferiou’s research aims to better understand human motion in order to develop technology and interventions that improve movement mechanics and reduce the risk of injury.

Serendipity and Disparity

Rush Medical College student John “Jay” Ogunkeye is participating in research to reduce the mortality rate for prostate cancer among men on Chicago’s West Side.