2 faculty members receive $3.3M grant to advance understanding of cardiac development and disease in Down syndrome
Innovative education, discovery and care
For more than a century, The Ohio State University College of Medicine has been a leader in innovative programs, initiatives and curriculum.
As part of one of the largest academic medical centers in the country, the college combines interdisciplinary medical education with cutting-edge research and science-based patient care to transform the health of our communities. This page serves as a snapshot of the wonderful highlights the Ohio State College of Medicine experienced in fiscal year 2026. From our recognition in U.S. News & World Report to receiving near-record extramural research funding to leading breakthroughs and innovative discoveries, it was a tremendous year!
Research with impact
Research is an integral part of what makes Ohio State such a force in the global medical community. Our investment in research and commitment to breakthrough science are how we’re developing innovative solutions for tomorrow’s health challenges.
- $477.5MTotal awards
- 796New awards
- 2,000+Total clinical trials
- 1.2MSquare feet of research space
- No. 35Blue Ridge NIH ranking
We’re making breakthrough discoveries
First-of-its kind nationwide telehealth therapeutic clinical trial for cancer
Ohio State launched the nation’s first fully telehealth cancer treatment trial, expanding access to precision medicine nationwide.
Pioneering work changes fundamental understanding of lung aging
Breakthrough discoveries by Ohio State scientists are reshaping our understanding of how aging cells contribute to lung disease.
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Education that inspires
With an innovative curriculum, world-class faculty and state-of-the-art facilities, we are preparing our learners to meet the challenges of the continually evolving field of medicine.
- 2,891Undergraduate students
- 344Master's students
- 288PhD students
- 299Clinical doctorate students
- 921MD students
- 28Degree programs
We’re training tomorrow’s healthcare leaders
From the classroom to the clinic
The inaugural Community Medicine MD Track cohort has reached clinical training, building skills to care for patients in smaller cities and rural communities.
Integrating AI’s newest tools into medical education
Ohio State is helping shape the next generation of physicians through thoughtful AI education and training.
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Care to empower healthier lives
As one of America’s top-ranked academic medical centers, our mission is to improve health in Ohio and across the world through innovations and transformation in research, education, patient care and community engagement.
- 62,855Patient admissions
- 3.5MOutpatient visits
- 149,370Telehealth visits
- 12,656Class attendees at the Ohio State Healthy Community Center
- 1,232Patients seen during 2,738 free clinic visits
We’re improving the health of our communities
Detecting, measuring mental health disorders before they begin
New tools being developed at Ohio State could help clinicians detect and predict mental health disorders earlier.
Patients finds hope in Ohio State limb restoration program
Ohio State's Limb Restoration Program is among only a few nationwide that bring multidisciplinary experts together to rebuild limbs and restore lives.
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The size and scope to do more at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
Train at one of the nation’s largest academic health centers.
- 24,000+Employees
- 3,077Faculty
- 1,503Residents and fellows
- 2,165Physicians
- 5,694Nursing staff
- 20Clinical departments
- 8Basic science departments
- 25Research centers and institutes
- 6Hospitals
Recognized leadership by U.S. News & World Report
Tier 1 for Research
Number 4 for Physical Therapy Doctorate
Number 13 for Occupational Therapy Doctorate
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Excellence in residency programs per Doximity
State-of-the-art Interdisciplinary Health Sciences Center
