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Spencer Fox Eccles

School of Medicine


At the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine, we are advancing medicine through education, discovery, and care.

Our students learn alongside leading physicians, scientists, and health care professionals, preparing them to meet the evolving needs of patients and communities. Across our programs, we combine rigorous education, hands-on clinical training, and opportunities to learn and contribute at a leading research institution.

Our educational programs include:

Research is central to who we are. Across disciplines, our faculty and researchers are advancing scientific discovery, developing new approaches to complex health challenges, and translating research into better care for Utah and beyond.

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A New Home

Central to the health campus, the new Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine building shines

Latest News

Videos and Other Stories

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Match Day 2026

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Longitudinal Integrated Clerkships

The value of LICs

Why Student-Led Clinics are Good for Everyone

Who benefits?

MD students and Ultrasound

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Upcoming Events

Tuesday
September 8, 2026

CANCELLED - Geriatrics Division/GRECC Translational Research Grand Rounds

Geriatrics Division/GRECC Translational Research Grand Rounds, Presented by:  CME Eligible?:&...

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Tuesday
September 8, 2026

Geriatrics Journal Club

Geriatrics Journal Club; “Deprescribing Antihypertensives in Frail Older Adults: ...

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Friday
September 11, 2026

M&I Seminar Speaker: Mary Philip

Please join us on September, 11th 2026 for M&I guest speaker Mary Philips from Vanderbilt University. ...

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Monday
September 14, 2026

M&I PhD Student RIP - Amber Thibeaux and Morgan Harwood presenting

M&I PhD Student RIP Event Contact Name: Kim Springer Event Contact Phone:&...

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Tuesday
September 15, 2026

M&I Faculty Meeting

M&I Faculty Meeting Event Contact Name: Alysha Anderson Stanton Event Contact ...

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Monday
September 21, 2026

M&I PhD Student RIP - Van Tran and Michaela Murphy presenting

M&I PhD Student RIP Event Contact Name: Kim Springer Event Contact Phone:&...

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Mission Statement

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Class of 2027 at White Coat Ceremony

The Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at the University of Utah serves all people and communities of Utah and the Mountain West by intentionally working to improve individual and community health outcomes and quality of life. This is achieved through excellence in patient care, education, and research by:

  • Purposefully educating physicians, scientists, and health care professionals to ensure compassionate, patient-centered care for all.
  • Serving rural and underserved communities by addressing social determinants of health to decrease health disparities among all people.
  • Engaging in scholarly research to advance knowledge, innovation, well-being, and health for all people.
  • Fostering a culture of respect and community for students, trainees, staff, faculty, and community partners.

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The Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine Alumni Association Fund supports medical student programming, scholarships, and alumni outreach. With this money, we have helped fund: 

  • Start up costs for Student Emergency Fund and Wellness Program 
    Housing costs for RUTTE students 
    Speakers for CME and other training 
    Other special requests from the Dean's office.