Located in the world’s epicenter of medical innovation and exceptional patient care, Harvard Medical School students, trainees, researchers, and staff flourish in a dynamic environment full of possibilities — whether it’s in the classroom, in the lab, or in the clinic.
With 12,000 faculty and 1,600 medical and graduate students across our Boston campus and 15 affiliated hospitals, the breadth and depth of expertise at HMS is unparalleled — twice the size of any other medical school in the United States.
Driven by a mission to alleviate suffering and improve health and well-being for all, our community brings together the brightest minds to tackle the most ambitious research questions and train future leaders in science, medicine, and health.
About HMS
Learn more about our institution and our legacy of more than 240 years of progress for the betterment of humanity.
Experience Boston
Life in Boston offers the opportunity to be at the center of medical innovation and exceptional patient care.
Our Campus
Explore our interactive campus tour and other resources about the HMS Quad.
Mission and Community Values
Every day, we are driven by a mission to alleviate suffering and improve health and well-being for all.