2022 Marks Ten-year Anniversary of College’s Separate Accreditation

This year marks the 10-year anniversary (2012 – 2022) of the college's separate accreditation by the LCME — the moment the College of Medicine – Phoenix came into its own. It also marks another significant achievement, as the college has earned reaccreditation for eight years, the longest period of accreditation available. 

These achievements were made possible by the dedicated faculty, staff and students who believe in the college’s mission.

With their help, the college is:

• Training exemplary physicians, scientists and leaders to optimize health and health care in Arizona and beyond.
• Improving the health of communities through distinction in personalized medical education, translational research and patient care.
• Building a culture of inclusive excellence.

To commemorate this important milestone, the college will host a week-long celebration — November 28 to December 2 — featuring a robust array of activities for the campus to enjoy. These include:

• Live, online trivia tournament, boasting questions from a host of categories.
• “Mad Skillz” Competition in the Center for Simulation and Innovation, testing the clinical skills of those with — and without — medical training.
• Lunch and learn with University of Arizona Finding Opportunities and Resources to Grow Entrepreneurs (FORGE).
• Poetry and Spoken Word showcase, where writers and artists are invited to share their works at an open mic.
• Food Truck Friday, with local food trucks hosted by the Phoenix Bioscience Core.

Over the last ten years, the college has grown exponentially. The class size has increased to 120, helping to alleviate the dire physician shortage facing the state; research discoveries have helped expand therapeutic solutions; advancements in clinical care have improved patient outcomes; and exceptional leaders have joined the college, innovating medical education and developing centers of excellence.

None of this would’ve been possible without the support of the communities the college serves. Together, let’s celebrate the success of building this extraordinary medical school to provide health care for Arizonans.

Schedule of Events