UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine, Medical university campus at UCLA Center for the Health Sciences, Los Angeles, United States.
The UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine is a medical school at the UCLA Health Sciences Center, housing research laboratories, teaching facilities, and clinical spaces across multiple buildings on the campus. The school offers advanced training programs in fields such as medical informatics, neuroscience, and structural biology.
The school was established in 1951 as the second medical institution in the University of California system, following UCSF School of Medicine. It later developed into a leading center for medical training and research in Los Angeles.
Medical students participate in the white coat ceremony at Royce Hall, marking their entry into the medical profession with professional commitments.
The campus is located in the Westwood area of Los Angeles and is accessible by public transportation. Visitors can explore the grounds, though some buildings are restricted to authorized personnel only.
In 2001, media executive David Geffen contributed 200 million dollars without restrictions, leading to the institution's current name. This generous donation was among the largest gifts ever made to a medical school.
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