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School of Medicine and Public Health
Internationally recognised innovation and excellence
Students at the School of Medicine and Public Health learn from the world’s brightest minds, make global connections and gain the experience needed to follow in the footsteps of our thousands of successful graduates.
Our researchers, students and allied clinicians work across health and medical disciplines to prevent, cure and treat a diverse range of serious illnesses by translating research findings made in the laboratory into real health treatments and preventative strategies.
The School also works closely with the Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI) which has pioneered the integration of multi-campus university and hospital-based research.
Enhancing community health
Three people working in three different areas of health talk about why they're passionate about what they do.
Study medicine and public health
Our globally recognised, regionally based, medical program has graduated doctors with a dedication to excellence in all aspects of patient care for more than four decades.
Partners in excellence
Our globally recognised medical program has graduated doctors with a dedication to excellence in all aspects of patient care since our foundation in 1978.
This sustained level of excellence is in no small way due to our clinical and community partners– be they placement providers, conjoint appointments or members of the Academy of Clinical Educators (ACE).
Research
Our high impact research addresses global health challenges.
We translate discoveries into therapeutic advances that add real value by seamlessly integrating the bench-to-bedside-to-community spectrum.
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Latest news
News • 20 Oct 2022
Giving back to rural health
As a farming family, we experienced financial hardship during years of drought. My scholarship allowed me to direct my full attention to my studies, enabling me to receive first class honours in my final year.”
News • 20 Oct 2022
Generous gifts to celebrate 40 years of good
To mark 40 years since they began in 1982, the Maitland Cancer Appeal Committee set their minds on another remarkable milestone – raising an incredible $400,000 for cancer research at the University.
News • 12 Sep 2022
Researchers discover potential new melanoma treatment, giving hope to patients
HMRI and University of Newcastle researchers have discovered that treating patients who have late-stage treatment resistant melanoma with a combination of two existing drugs significantly increases their survival times.
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