Eastern Virginia Medical School

Eastern Virginia Medical School (EVMS) is a public medical institution located in Norfolk, Virginia. It is dedicated to serving the community through education, patient care, and research. Established in 1973, EVMS has grown into a comprehensive medical school offering a range of programs and services.

These programs aim at improving healthcare outcomes locally and globally.

Educational Programs

EVMS provides a variety of educational programs, including:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD): The MD program emphasizes community engagement and experiential learning to prepare students for diverse medical careers.
• Master's and Doctoral Programs: These offer advanced education in various health sciences disciplines, fostering research and clinical expertise.
• Residencies and Fellowships: Specialized training in multiple medical fields ensures residents and fellows receive comprehensive, hands-on experience.

Clinical Services

EVMS operates several clinical facilities providing patient care and training sites for students and residents:

• Sentara Norfolk General Hospital: The region's primary tertiary care referral center and only Level One trauma center. It serves as the major teaching hospital for EVMS students and residents.
• Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters: The only dedicated pediatric hospital in Virginia. It provides specialized care for children and serves as a training site for pediatric rotations.

Research Initiatives

EVMS is committed to advancing medical knowledge through research in areas such as pediatrics, geriatrics, diabetes, cancer, and neuroscience.

The Leroy T. Canoles Jr. Cancer Research Center is a notable facility dedicated to cancer research.

Community Engagement

Reflecting its motto, "Community focus. World impact.", EVMS actively engages in community service and global health initiatives.

Programs like the H.O.P.E.S. Clinic provide free medical services to underserved populations. International medical missions offer healthcare to communities in need worldwide.

Locations

EVMS operates primarily in Norfolk, Virginia, with its main campus near downtown and the historic Ghent neighborhood.

The campus is part of the Eastern Virginia Medical Center, which includes affiliated hospitals and medical offices.

Additional locations include:

• Virginia Beach, VA, USA
• Norfolk, VA, USA (additional site)
• Hampton, VA, USA

Institutional Development

In July 2024, EVMS merged with Old Dominion University to form a comprehensive university.

EVMS now serves as the medical school component within this new structure.

Through dedication to education, patient care, research, and community service, Eastern Virginia Medical School continues to make a significant impact on healthcare in the Hampton Roads region and beyond.