General Medicine

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Division of General Medicine

Providing the best patient care, research and education to promote equitable and effective care for our communities.

Committed to Innovative Expertise

With over 175 faculty members, the Division of General Medicine is one of the largest divisions within the U-M Medical School Department of Internal Medicine. Every member of the General Medicine team strongly supports the mission of Michigan Medicine, delivering excellence in patient care, performing innovative research and providing up-to-date and comprehensive education and training.

About

Learn more about the groundbreaking research, training and patient care in the Division of General Medicine.

Education

Our goal is to prepare all learners to become outstanding physicians and leaders in their fields.

Research

Explore our diverse research that is leading to significant improvements in primary care, prevention strategies and treatment services.

Faculty

See a list of the faculty who guide our clinical, research and educational programs on the path to excellence.

Patient Care

We provide general and preventive medicine for adults at specialized clinics located in a multitude of locations.

Giving

Your gift can help support patient care-related activities and numerous research areas.

Welcome from the Division Chief

Dr. Eve Kerr highlights the Division of General Medicine's vision for advancing primary care. See how the division is improving healthcare delivery, leading groundbreaking research, and building the next generation of primary care physicians.
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Join Our Team

The Division of General Medicine seeks board certified/board eligible internists to join our dynamic and well-established division.

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See Where Training Takes Place

Expand your career trajectory in a high-volume academic medical center that also supports and excels in a wide range of basic science, translational and clinical research programs.

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CME Courses

View a list of upcoming Continuing Medical Education (CME) opportunities available through the Department of Internal Medicine.

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Featured News & Stories

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Michigan’s aging brains need more protection, poll shows

Lifestyle changes can reduce risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia but a poll shows many Michiganders over 50 don’t know about or do them.
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Michigan’s Medicaid expansion improved both health and finances

Michigan’s Medicaid expansion, called the Healthy Michigan Plan, helped individuals’ physical, mental and financial health, and supported the hospitals and clinics used by all Michiganders.
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Department News

Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Cornelius James—Preparing Healthcare for the AI Era

Meet Dr. Cornelius James, a clinical assistant professor and primary care physician in the Departments of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics. Learn more about his research on implementing AI and other emerging technologies into clinical practice and medical education curricula.
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Rx Kids linked to reductions in preterm births and low birthweights, fewer NICU admissions

A pregnancy and postnatal cash prescription program in Flint Michigan has been linked to improved birth outcomes including reduced rates of low birthweight, preterm birth and NICU admission.
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LGBTQ+ people over 50 face more aging-related challenges

Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and other sexual and gender minority adults over 50 have higher rates of mental health, disability, social isolation and health care access issues, though they also may have more connections than before to non-LGBTQ+ people in their age group.
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Department News

Junior Faculty Recognized with Milton W. Hamolsky Award at National SGIM Meeting

Three junior faculty from the Division of General Medicine were recognized with the Milton W. Hamolsky Award at the 2026 National Society of General Internal Medicine (SGIM) annual meeting.

General Medicine Internal Website

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

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