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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    Grand Rounds take place on Fridays from noon-1:00 pm (EST) via Zoom.

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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
    Michigan Medicine, Internal Medicine Chair, Dr. Timothy Blackwell

    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.

    Explore the 2024-2025 Review

    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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    Health Lab

    A metabolic “switch” that could help reset scar-producing cells in scleroderma

    Researchers at University of Michigan Health and collaborating institutions have identified a metabolic enzyme that may offer a fundamentally new way to attack one of the most difficult-to-treat features of systemic sclerosis, or scleroderma: progressive and potentially life threatening tissue scarring.
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    Department News

    Improving the clinical experience through data and better EHR workflows

    Learn how Dr. Greta Branford and her team are improving MiChart workflows and clinician experience, earning U-M Health two international awards by KLAS.
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    Department News

    Primary C.A.R.E. Summer Team Immersion Program Launches

    The Departments of Family Medicine, Pediatrics, Internal Medicine, OB-GYN, and Med-Peds jointly launched a successful pilot program for medical students.
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    A second chance at life

    October is Liver Disease Awareness Month. Your support restores hope for patients and families facing liver conditions.
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    Health Lab

    Exceptional response to immunotherapy gives patient with liver cancer more milestones to celebrate

    U-M Health Rogel Cancer Center used single-dose immunotherapy and transplant oncology to treat advanced hepatocellular carcinoma in a 69-year-old patient.
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    Department News

    Dr. Cornelius James and his team develop Physician Readiness Report for AI in Clinical Practice

    The Council of Medical Specialty Societies (CMSS) partnered with Dr. Cornelius James and his team to develop a physician report to examine AI readiness and literacy opportunities across medical education and clinical workflows.

    Department of Internal Medicine Internal Website

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

    Internal Medicine Intranet