Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (pronunciation: /ˈaɪkɑːn/ School of Medicine at /maʊnt ˈsaɪnaɪ/) is a graduate medical school in New York City. It was chartered by Mount Sinai Hospital in 1963.
Etymology
The school was originally named Mount Sinai School of Medicine. In 2012, it was renamed in honor of Carl Icahn, an American businessman and philanthropist who made a significant donation to the school.
History
The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai was established in 1963. It was the first medical school to grow out of a non-university setting in more than 50 years. The school has a strong emphasis on medical research, biomedical science, and patient care.
Programs
The school offers a variety of medical education programs, including Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Master's programs, and dual degree programs such as MD/PhD and MD/MPH.
Affiliations
The Icahn School of Medicine is affiliated with the Mount Sinai Health System, one of the largest healthcare systems in the U.S. It is also affiliated with several other hospitals and healthcare facilities in New York City and beyond.
Notable alumni
Several notable individuals have graduated from the Icahn School of Medicine, including leaders in the fields of medicine, research, and public health.
See also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
- Wikipedia's article - Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
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