The Perelman School of Medicine is the medical school of the University of Pennsylvania, a private, Ivy League research university located in Philadelphia. Founded in 1765, the Perelman School of Medicine is the oldest medical school in the United States. Today, the Perelman School of Medicine is a major center of biomedical research and education wit…
The Perelman School of Medicine is the medical school of the University of Pennsylvania, a private, Ivy League research university located in Philadelphia. Founded in 1765, the Perelman School of Medicine is the oldest medical school in the United States. Today, the Perelman School of Medicine is a major center of biomedical research and education with over 2,900 faculty members and nearly $1 billion in annual sponsored program awards.
Other name: Penn Med
Type: Medical school
Established: 1765
Parent institution: University of Pennsylvania
Affiliation: University of Pennsylvania Health System
Dean: Jonathan A. Epstein (interim)
Academic staff: 2,100 (full-time) · 1,200 (residents and fellows)