Department of Internal Medicine

Where Advanced Patient Care, Education, and Research Intersect

More than 1,000 faculty guide over 300 residents and fellows within 13 divisions in the largest clinical department of the University of Michigan Medical School. Together we care for more than half of the patients in one of the leading adult hospitals in the nation.

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170+ Years of Cutting-Edge Care

Since 1848, we have dedicated ourselves to serving patients with advanced, comprehensive, and compassionate care. That mission leads our continuous pursuit of knowledge, recruitment of a diverse, dedicated team, and the translation of research into meaningful health outcomes.

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ABOUT

Learn more about the oldest and largest department of Michigan’s number one hospital.

EDUCATION

At the heart of everything we do is education - training the next generation of world-class health care providers, researchers and educators.

RESEARCH

Our research community is united in identifying and implementing real solutions that transform the lives of our patients.

PEOPLE

Search our ranks of over 1,000 dedicated faculty members who lead and provide the superior care, training and research we're known for.

PATIENT CARE

Explore our resources for patients, visitors and referring providers.

GIVING

From donating to a specific division to supplementing the care of local patients, make an impact where it matters most to you.

Internal Medicine Divisions

Each of our divisions provides the highest standard of care, using research and our collaborative medical community to achieve better health outcomes for our patients.
  • Allergy & Clinical Immunology
  • Cardiovascular Medicine
  • Gastroenterology & Hepatology
  • General Medicine
  • Genetic Medicine
  • Geriatric & Palliative Medicine
  • Hematology & Oncology
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Metabolism, Endocrinology & Diabetes
  • Nephrology
  • Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine
  • Rheumatology

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    U-M Health Ranks Among Nation’s Best

    University of Michigan Health was recognized as the #1 hospital in Michigan and achieved the Best Hospitals Honor Roll among the top 20 best hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.

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    Stay Connected With Internal Medicine

    Timothy Blackwell, MD, Chair of the Department of Internal Medicine, invites you to explore the 2024–2025 Review, showcasing the department’s accomplishments and sustained contributions to advancing research, education, and patient-centered care.

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    Join Our Team

    The Department of Internal Medicine is dedicated to providing high-quality patient care and medical education and conducting innovative and relevant research.

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    By the Numbers in FY2026
    671,212
    Outpatient Visits
    20,425
    Hospital Discharges
    $199.6M
    Research Support Obtained
    4,000
    Peer-Reviewed Articles Published

    Featured News & Stories

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    Heart failure ‘polypill’ improves cardiac function, cuts hospitalization risk

    Treatment with a “polypill” that combines multiple medications into a single daily dose significantly enhanced cardiac function and reduced hospitalizations for patients with heart failure, according to a new study.
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    Aortic valve replacement: Understanding TAVR and SAVR

    Cardiac surgeons and interventional cardiologists discuss aortic valve replacement, including transcatheter aortic valve replacement, or TAVR, and surgical aortic valve replacement, or SAVR.
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    The quiet warning signs your kidneys may be signaling

    Top nephrologist Julie Wright Nunes discusses red flags your kidneys might be signaling that you shouldn’t ignore.
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    Will AI transform health care administration, specialty care?

    Eric D. Shah, M.D., M.B.A. discusses AI for specialty care following the publication of a review of current administrative tools for gastroenterology practices
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    NIH National Center for Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering (NCBIB) Workshop

    NIH National Center for Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering (NCBIB) Workshop
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    Using genetic testing, doctors help patient find answers for her diabetes

    For 30 years Autumn Caris thought she had type 1 diabetes. After learning about MODY, a rare and often misdiagnosed type of diabetes, she finally got answers at U-M.

    Department of Internal Medicine Internal Website

    Resources and information for current Internal Medicine faculty, staff and learners.

    Internal Medicine Intranet