Meeting Our Mission: By the Numbers

The Brody School of Medicine’s mission is to increase the supply of primary care physicians serving the state, to improve the health and well-being of the region, and to train physicians who will meet the health care needs of the state. Here are some examples of the way the Brody School of Medicine not only meets its mission but serves as a resource for our state, its communities and its people.

Brody prepares a diverse physician workforce.

Top 3 medical schools with the most African American students 1

Top 10% of U.S. medical schools for graduating physicians who are black or African American 2

Top 10% of U.S. medical schools for graduating physicians who are American Indian or Alaska Native 2

#13 in Most Diverse U.S. Medical Schools 10

Brody is a state and national leader in family medicine and primary care.

#2
in the U.S. for medical school graduates entering family medicine residencies 3
#1
in N.C. for medical school graduates entering family medicine residencies 4
#1
in N.C. for medical school graduates matching into Primary Care Specialties 5
#1
medical school in N.C. for producing and retaining primary care physicians who practice in N.C. 6
#2
in the U.S. for medical school graduates who actually practice primary care 5 years after graduating 7
#1
medical school in Southeast U.S. and N.C. for graduates who actually practice primary care 5 years after graduating 7

Brody prepares graduates for North Carolina and its rural and underserved communities.

Top 10% of U.S. medical schools for graduating physicians who are practicing in-state 8

Top 10% of U.S. medical schools for graduating physicians who are practicing in rural areas 8

Top 5% of U.S. medical schools for graduating physicians who are practicing primary care 8

Top 5% of U.S. medical schools for graduating physicians who are practicing in underserved areas 8

Top 5% of U.S. medical schools for quality of Pediatrics Clerkships 2

Top 5% of U.S. medical schools for most affordable In-state cost of attendance 2

Top 5% of U.S. medical schools for quality of foundational phase educational experiences in Pathology 2

Brody prepares students for challenging and rewarding residency experiences.

Top 10% of U.S. medical schools for graduates reporting being prepared for beginning a residency program 9

  • Fundamental understanding of common conditions and their necessary communication skills
  • Prepared to care for patients from different backgrounds

Brody provides exceptional elective/volunteer opportunities.

Top 10% of U.S. medical schools for graduates reporting they provided health education 9

  • To provide health education
  • To gain experience with a free clinic for underserved populations

Brody provides opportunities for students to experience the benefits of diversity.

Top 10% of U.S. medical schools for graduates reporting “My knowledge or opinion was influenced or changed by becoming more aware of the perspectives of individuals from different backgrounds.” 9