1. Harvard Medical School (HMS)

• Location: Boston, Massachusetts
• Reputation: Consistently ranked as the top medical school in the U.S. Known for its research and primary care programs.
• Notable Programs: MD, PhD, MD-PhD, Master’s in Medical Sciences.

2. Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

• Location: Baltimore, Maryland
• Reputation: Renowned for its research and medical education. Home to many medical firsts and innovations.
• Notable Programs: MD, MD-PhD, and numerous graduate programs.

3. Stanford University School of Medicine

• Location: Stanford, California
• Reputation: Known for its cutting-edge research, innovation, and technology integration in medicine.
• Notable Programs: MD, PhD, MD-PhD, and Master’s programs.

4. University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Medicine

• Location: San Francisco, California
• Reputation: Highly regarded for both research and primary care.
• Notable Programs: MD, MD-PhD, and numerous specialty tracks.

5. University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine

• Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
• Reputation: Known for its strong research programs and emphasis on interprofessional education.
• Notable Programs: MD, MD-PhD, and other joint degree programs.

6. Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons

• Location: New York, New York
• Reputation: Prestigious school with a focus on both research and primary care.
• Notable Programs: MD, MD-PhD, and various dual degree programs.

7. Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine

• Location: Rochester, Minnesota (with additional campuses in Arizona and Florida)
• Reputation: Known for its outstanding clinical training and research opportunities.
• Notable Programs: MD, MD-PhD.

8. University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine

• Location: Chicago, Illinois
• Reputation: Known for its research excellence and interdisciplinary approach to medical education.
• Notable Programs: MD, MD-PhD.

9. Yale School of Medicine

• Location: New Haven, Connecticut
• Reputation: Recognized for its innovative curriculum and research programs.
• Notable Programs: MD, MD-PhD, and other combined degree programs.

10. Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis

• Location: St. Louis, Missouri
• Reputation: Known for its research programs and contributions to medical science.
• Notable Programs: MD, MD-PhD.

These schools are distinguished by their contributions to medical research, their innovative educational programs, and their commitment to advancing medical knowledge and patient care.