Macon Campus facilities | Mercer School of Medicine

Whether you’re launching your journey in health care or shaping future professionals through research and instruction, Mercer’s Macon campus offers a supportive, innovative environment rooted in purpose. As the School of Medicine’s original home, the campus combines advanced facilities with a strong sense of community—creating a space where learning, connection and discovery flourish.

Simulation Center

Macon’s 4,300-square-foot Simulation Center provides hands-on learning with advanced technology. Students perform team-based simulations, practice invasive procedures, and manage real-world scenarios in a risk-free setting. Learn more about our simulation labs.

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Clinical skills

The Clinical Skills wing in Macon features 16 exam rooms where students interact with standardized patients under faculty guidance. This space prepares students for clinical rotations by developing their abilities to take medical histories, perform physical exams, and document patient encounters. Learn more about our clinical skills program.

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Research labs

Macon students participate in innovative research across disciplines—from bench science to population health. The campus hosts research programs focused on rural health disparities, biomedical innovation, and clinical advancements. Each campus offers unique research opportunities that make a real impact. Learn more about our research programs.

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Anatomy Lab

Macon’s gross anatomy lab is outfitted with the essential equipment necessary to give students a strong foundation in the architecture of the human body.

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Medical Library

The Skelton Medical Library branch in Macon is open 24/7 with Mercer ID card access. Students have full access to thousands of medical texts, journals, and online resources. Comfortable study spaces and mobile check-out options make it easy to balance study and life. Learn more about the Skelton Medical Library.

Learning spaces

Students in Macon learn in small group tutorial rooms, large lecture halls, and distance learning classrooms that link all three campuses. The recently renovated auditorium accommodates both in-person and remote learning, supporting lectures, workshops, and special events.

Administrative and faculty offices

Just steps from the main lobby, Macon’s administrative suite includes the offices of admissions, academic affairs, the registrar, and financial aid. Students can easily meet with staff for guidance throughout their journey.

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Common areas

The second-floor student lounge and the main atrium offer comfortable spaces to study, grab a snack, or unwind with classmates. Faculty offices are nearby, making it simple to connect with professors outside of class.

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Centers for Rural Health

The Macon campus is home to two centers focused on improving health care in rural Georgia. The Center for Rural Health and Health Disparities leads community-based research and programs to address issues like maternal mortality, opioid misuse, and chronic disease. The Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center partners with communities and health systems to develop sustainable solutions for rural health challenges across all 120 of Georgia’s rural counties.

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