Our School of Medicine Community
The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine consistently ranks among the nation’s very best in education. These numbers are important, but we’re more than numbers – we’re a community of seekers and dreamers. Using the latest tools and teachings available to scientists and doctors, we become healers, caregivers, discoverers and inventors.
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Fundamentals
In a galaxy far far away (inside of the pancreatic islet cell clusters of mice), a battle rages on between the dark side’s clone army of trained killer cells and the light side’s immune system defenders. In this struggle of life-or-death, pancreatic beta cells are under attack by their own immune cells highlighted by various biomarkers.
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Lessons from Community Medicine in Japan and the Johns Hopkins HHT Center of Excellence
Blogger Ursula Gately, second-year medical student, discusses her summer at the Nagoya University School of Medicine Bridging Community Medicine and Innovations in Japan Program, where she learned first hand about patient-centered community care.
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Fourth-year Medical Student Wins Lasker Foundation International 2025 Essay Contest
Congratulations to Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine fourth-year medical student Connie Cai, who is one of four winners of the Lasker Foundation international 2025 Essay Contest.
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From the Blog: Learning to Read
The transition from learning medicine to practicing can be rough and even require a change of mindset. Hopkins first year internal medicine resident Marquis Berrey details his experience as a “baby doctor”.
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School of Medicine Student Volunteers Time to Make Harm Reduction Kits
For Maria Sckaff, assembling harm reduction kits is a highlight of the week.
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Insights from a Global Health Rotation in Peru
As part of the Global Health Leadership Program at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, two trainees recently spent five weeks at a public hospital in Peru.
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From Stethoscopes to Symphonies: Medical Students Making a Difference Through Music.
A dedicated group of Johns Hopkins University medical students struck the perfect chord between their passion for music and their deep commitment to community service.
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Surgeon, Heal Thyself.
Galaiya investigates how improving ergonomics in the operating room can keep surgeons at the top of their game.
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Johns Hopkins Medical Students Bring STEM Activities to Pediatric Patients
Medical students from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine are making a difference in the lives of pediatric inpatients at the Johns Hopkins Children's Center through the TEACH program (Together Educating All Children in Hospitals).
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Reading Pinocchio and Frankenstein in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
Katie Pham, a neuroscience Ph.D. student, considers the stories of Frankenstein and Pinocchio and their relevance to artificial intelligence today.
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Hands That Speak: Finding Humanity in Neurocritical Care
In the new Personomics series of the Biomedical Odyssey blog, a clinical fellow writes about sharing meaningful communication with a patient during critical illness by using American Sign Language, resulting in a profound connection between them.
Research Saves Lives
Tour the Johns Hopkins Baltimore Campuses
This video offers prospective applicants a virtual tour of the two main Baltimore teaching hospitals: The Johns Hopkins Hospital and Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center.
Academic Kudos
Join us in celebrating our community — from faculty to students — on their achievements.
RESEARCH AND EDUCATION ARE FINELY INTERTWINED Pioneers in Research
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In the Lab
Research begins in the lab, which is why we prioritize lab facilities that drive discovery and advancement in research.
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Meet Our Research Faculty
Our faculty members expand what’s possible through biomedical research.
Experience Baltimore
Called “Charm City” for a reason, Baltimore is a place that has a little something for everybody. Baltimore is a spirited city – a unique blend of historic charm, cultural heritage and urban vitality. With hanging out at the Inner Harbor, attending neighborhood festivals, biking to school and more, Johns Hopkins medical students, graduate students and residents have a lot to love about Baltimore.