Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons

Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, abbreviated VP&S, is a graduate scho
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The Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons (VP&S) is a graduate school of Columbia University that is located on the health sciences campus (Columbia University Irving Medical Center) in the Washington Heights neighborhood of Manhattan. Founded in 1767 as the medical department of King's College (now Columbia University), the Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons was the first medical school in the 13 colonies and, hence, the United States to award the Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree.

05/28/2026

The annual awards are granted to distinguished VP&S scientists exploring new directions in their research and to visiting international faculty.

05/21/2026

Congratulations to our newest doctors! On May 20, Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons celebrated the Class of 2026’s graduation with friends and families. 🎓💙

The ceremony honored 134 students who received MD degrees from and 61 students who received PhD degrees in biomedical sciences from Columbia’s Graduate School of Arts and Sciences.

05/20/2026

Congrats to our VP&S ! 🎓💙

05/05/2026

The dark genome is mysterious but new research suggests it plays a large role in determining who develops celiac disease.

04/22/2026

Columbia medical students were honored for outstanding research, showcasing innovation across disciplines and highlighting the next generation of physician-scientists.

03/30/2026

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03/20/2026

Happy Match Day! 💙

02/22/2026

The National Weather Service has upgraded its forecast to a Blizzard Warning for New York City beginning Sunday, 2/22 through Monday, 2/23. Many classes will be held remotely for CUIMC schools, colleges, and programs. Please check the CUIMC Campus Status page for the latest updates.

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Check here for the status of operations at Columbia University Irving Medical Center.

02/11/2026

Dr. Zev Williams, Associate Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons and Director of Columbia's Fertility Center, is included in Time100 Health 2026, which spotlights the world's most influential leaders in health care this year.

We are beyond proud of Dr. Williams' innovative contributions to fertility and health care!

Learn more: http://time.com/time100health

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