College of Medicine
Roseman University College of Medicine aligns students, educators and the community in designing and delivering an inclusive and collaborative environment for innovative learning, healthcare and research.
Message from Founding Dean, Dr. Pedro “Joe” Greer, Jr.
Welcome to Roseman University College of Medicine!
I am thrilled to announce that the Roseman University College of Medicine (RUCOM) has been granted preliminary accreditation by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) and is actively recruiting its inaugural class of students. RUCOM is here to produce the healthcare workforce of the future, developing clinically excellent, community-based, socially accountable, humble, compassionate, and inclusive physicians who will work to decrease health disparities in Nevada.
Our Mission, Vision, Values
Mission
To align students, educators, and the community in designing and delivering an inclusive and collaborative environment for innovative learning, healthcare, and research.
Vision
Diverse professionals improving the health of the region’s rural and urban communities.
Values
Humility
Excellence
Respect
Office of the Dean
Under the leadership of Founding Dean Dr. Pedro Joe Greer, Jr., the Office of the Dean includes five senior executive deans and three department chairs who together guide the school's mission, vision, and values.
College of Medicine Departments
Founded in 2020, the department is a fast-growing and diverse community of over thirty faculty members, professional researchers, administrative personnel and community partners. Faculty members have terminal degrees in the fields of genetics, microbiology/immunology, pharmacology, informatics/data sciences, epidemiology/public health, physiology, biochemistry, or related biomedical sciences areas.
The Department of Bioethics, Humanism, and Policy aims to clarify, study, teach, and disseminate issues of moral, social, environmental, legal, and policy importance in academic medicine, health care, population health, and biomedical research that respond to the needs of our community.
The mission of the Department of Clinical Sciences is to educate students and practice medicine with the goal of developing clinically proficient, community-focused, socially responsible, humble, compassionate, and inclusive physicians. In addition to teaching and practicing medicine, our department offers opportunities to participate in research with a special emphasis on teaching methodologies in medicine. We are dedicated to the professional growth of our faculty and to the creation and implementation of an innovative, multidisciplinary, and integrated curriculum.
Department of Clinical Sciences
College of Medicine Offices
The Office of Academic Affairs comprises the Office of Medical Education, the Office of Student Affairs, and the Data Science Unit, with responsibility for curriculum development and delivery, admissions, student services, and student success.
The Office of Faculty Affairs and Learning Innovation (OFALI) is the central faculty affairs and instructor development office at Roseman University College of Medicine. Some of our key areas of responsibility and oversight include faculty appointments, promotions, and academic career development.
The Office of Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging works to foster a broad and diverse community of faculty, staff, and students to enrich the educational environment and expand the knowledge base for our students.
The Office of Community Health Innovation is responsible for developing innovative approaches to leveraging community relationships that will facilitate high-quality curricular activities, clinical care, and research. Our aim is to positively impact land, people, and economies in a way that will contribute to the improvement of community health.
Under the direction of the Senior Executive Dean, for Finance and Operations, the Office of Finance and Operations manages financial operations and selected support services, develops the annual operating budget in collaboration with the Dean and his executive team for Roseman University College of Medicine (RUCOM) and Roseman Medical Group (RMG). Working collaboratively with other administrators at the University, the Office of Finance and Operations provides grant management oversight. In addition to overall financial oversight, the Office of Finance and Operations is responsible for all administrative functions within the College and Medical Group
GENESIS
A household-centered approach aligning healthcare, public health, and social services to help vulnerable households achieve resiliency.
ASPIRE
Aligning students, educators, and the community in designing and delivering an inclusive and collaborative environment for innovative learning, healthcare and research.
Data Science and Engineering Unit
A unique engineering unit embedded within the College of Medicine, specializing in translating complex technical expertise into actionable tools that elevate research, education, and decision-making.
News
Roseman University College of Medicine Granted Preliminary LCME Accreditation for MD Program
Las Vegas’ newest allopathic medical school is set to open its doors this July, marking another major step forward in addressing Nevada’s critical physician shortage. Roseman University announced today that…
Roseman University Receives Prestigious Carnegie Research Classification
Roseman University of Health Sciences has been designated as a Research College and University (RCU) in the newly released 2025 Carnegie Classifications, joining an elite group of institutions recognized for…
Dr. Paul Botsford Joins Oregon Dental Association’s Board of Trustees
In 2024, Dr. Paul Botsford was elected as a voting member of the Oregon Dental Association’s Board of Trustees.
Upcoming Events
Neighorhood Health Series – The First of a Two-Part Series on DEI – Reshaping Our Thinking: Tools & Challenges in Building a Culture of Inclusivity
Join us in person or virtually via Zoom Discover tools related to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) that aid in building an inclusive culture, along with the challenges that come…
Neighborhood Health Series – Navigating Caring for Our Elders: Resources, Options, and Support
Join us in person or virtually via Zoom Practical tips are offered for caregivers or those considering the aging process around long-term care options, aging in place and those wishing…
Neighborhood Health Series – GENESIS (Household Centered-Care): The Transformative Power of Care at the Nexus of Wellness, the Home
Join us in person or virtually via Zoom GENESIS is a groundbreaking program that upends how we imagine and practice healthcare. By effectively merging health services and social services to…
