Our mission is simple and enduring: to improve the health and well-being of the people of North Carolina and beyond through excellence in education, research, and clinical care. We achieve this mission through the efforts of more than 450 faculty, 200 residents and fellows, and countless staff and learners who bring dedication and compassion to every patient encounter, training experience, and research discovery.

The Department is comprised of 12 subspecialty divisions that collaborate across disciplines to advance science and deliver exceptional care. Our investigators lead groundbreaking studies in areas such as cardiovascular disease, kidney disorders, infectious diseases, cancer, diabetes, and health services research, among many others. With more than $160 million in annual research funding and strong partnerships across the university, we are shaping the future of medicine through discovery and innovation.

Education is at the heart of everything we do. We take pride in training physicians, scientists, and health professionals to not only provide excellent care but also lead efforts to make health care more equitable and efficient. From our clerkships to our fellowships, teaching and mentorship are woven into all our programs.

Clinically, we care for patients across the UNC Health System, from Chapel Hill to communities throughout the state. We provide more than 350,000 clinical encounters each year. Our teams care for people with both common and complex conditions. Additionally, through initiatives like our Value-Care and Quality Improvement programs, we strive to ensure that every patient receives care that is both evidence-based and person-centered.