About – CUNY School of Medicine

About CUNY School of Medicine

Medicine with a mission. Community at heart. We’re redefining what it means to become a physician — equipping our students with the skills, empathy, and experience to improve health outcomes and longevity in the communities they serve.

Mission Meets Medicine

CUNY School of Medicine became a full MD granting medical school, fulfilling our dual mission of making medical education more broadly available to students from backgrounds with historically low participation in medicine, and helping to train doctors to serve in healthcare professional shortage areas.

The School’s mission builds upon the groundbreaking accelerated BS MD program of our renowned Sophie Davis School for Biomedical Education established in 1973. Located in Harlem, we are the only public medical school in Manhattan, and the first to open in New York City since 1860.

Mission & Vision

Dean Carmen Renée Green, MD

“With a focus on access, student success and excellence, and community, the CUNY School of Medicine is one of the most accessible medical schools in the country. We are New York City’s medical school, and as such, our students reflect the communities we serve.”

Meet the Dean

The Heart of a Community

Located in the vibrant heart of Harlem, the CUNY School of Medicine is more than a medical institution—it’s a deeply rooted part of a community rich in culture, resilience, and history.

Our mission reflects the spirit of Harlem itself: forward-looking, community-focused, and committed to measurable improvement. Located on the historic campus of The City College of New York, we have built a legacy of training future physicians from a wide range of backgrounds who are prepared to address healthcare access challenges and practice in communities with persistent care shortages.

Discover Our Story

Explore our community, history, and achievements—from distinguished faculty and medical honor societies to key facts and figures that define who we are.