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Achieving Excellence Together: The LCME Journey

UWSOM Accreditation Updates: Progress on Citations and Student Focus Groups 

What is LCME accreditation?

The Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) accreditation ensures the quality and standards of our Medical Education program.

Why it matters

  • LCME accreditation assures that graduates exhibit the general professional competencies appropriate for entry to the next stage of their training and that serve as the foundation for lifelong learning and proficient medical care.
  • Required for USMLE eligibility, state licensure, and ACGME-accredited residency programs.

We are accredited

The University of Washington School of Medicine (UWSOM) remains fully accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME), the official accrediting body for MD-granting programs in the U.S.

Our LCME site visit is March 2-4, 2026.

Students and residents play an important role by giving feedback, following policies and staying informed. Follow our journey on the LCME webpage.

We’d love to hear from you. Contact us at eqi@uw.edu

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