05/28/2026
12 VP&S Scientists Awarded Schaefer Scholar Grants The annual awards are granted to distinguished VP&S scientists exploring new directions in their research and to visiting international faculty.
Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, abbreviated VP&S, is a graduate scho
The Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons (VP&S) is a graduate school of Columbia University that is located on the health sciences campus (Columbia University Irving Medical Center) in the Washington Heights neighborhood of Manhattan. Founded in 1767 as the medical department of King's College (now Columbia University), the Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons was the first medical school in the 13 colonies and, hence, the United States to award the Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree.
05/28/2026
12 VP&S Scientists Awarded Schaefer Scholar Grants The annual awards are granted to distinguished VP&S scientists exploring new directions in their research and to visiting international faculty.
Congratulations to our newest doctors! On May 20, Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons celebrated the Class of 2026βs graduation with friends and families. ππ
The ceremony honored 134 students who received MD degrees from and 61 students who received PhD degrees in biomedical sciences from Columbiaβs Graduate School of Arts and Sciences.
Congrats to our VP&S ! ππ
05/20/2026
ππ©Ί Tune in NOW to the Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons graduation livestream: https://www.columbiauniversitylive.com/2026-vps
05/05/2026
Who Gets Celiac Disease? The Dark Genome Has an Answer The dark genome is mysterious but new research suggests it plays a large role in determining who develops celiac disease.
04/22/2026
Medical Students Recognized for Standout Research Achievements Columbia medical students were honored for outstanding research, showcasing innovation across disciplines and highlighting the next generation of physician-scientists.
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Happy Match Day! π
The National Weather Service has upgraded its forecast to a Blizzard Warning for New York City beginning Sunday, 2/22 through Monday, 2/23. Many classes will be held remotely for CUIMC schools, colleges, and programs. Please check the CUIMC Campus Status page for the latest updates.
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CUIMC Campus Status Check here for the status of operations at Columbia University Irving Medical Center.
02/11/2026
Dr. Zev Williams, Associate Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons and Director of Columbia's Fertility Center, is included in Time100 Health 2026, which spotlights the world's most influential leaders in health care this year.
We are beyond proud of Dr. Williams' innovative contributions to fertility and health care!
Learn more: http://time.com/time100health