School of Medicine

Since 1982, Mercer University School of Medicine has focused on creating a healthier future for rural communities. It’s what we were created to do, and we do it all for the love of Georgia.

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What sets Mercer apart

Turning Education Into Rural Impact

Rural Health Focus

The School of Medicine is committed to improving health outcomes across Georgia. Through scholarships that support rural practice, focused research initiatives and a network of rural primary care clinics, this work strengthens communities where care is needed most.

Research That Matters

As an R2 University, Mercer provides access to modern research facilities, including individual and shared laboratories. Faculty and students collaborate on innovative research that advances solutions for rural health challenges — turning discovery into meaningful, real-world impact.

Faculty Who Care

With small class sizes and an open-door approach, Mercer faculty build meaningful relationships with students and colleagues alike. Close mentorship and personal support create an environment where individuals are known, supported and set up to succeed.

Campuses Across Georgia

With campuses across Georgia, Mercer School of Medicine offers opportunities to learn, work and grow in enriching environments. Each location provides strong resources and supportive communities — making every campus a place where people can live, work and thrive.

It is a privilege to lead a School of Medicine filled with talented faculty and staff who are passionate about educating future healthcare leaders. I am especially inspired by our students, whose dedication to serving their home state reflects the very heart of our rural Georgia mission.

Jean R. Sumner, MD, MACP, Dean, School of Medicine

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You Can Make a Difference

You can make a lasting impact on the health of Georgia. Gifts to Mercer School of Medicine help remove financial barriers for students, attract outstanding educators and provide the tools and technology needed to train tomorrow's healthcare leaders. Together, we are building a healthier future for rural Georgia.