Loma Linda University School of Medicine's AdventHealth Orlando Campus

Begin your medical school journey at Loma Linda University School of Medicine's main campus in Loma Linda located in Southern California for your first two years of medical school. You will build a strong foundation for clinical practice through an integrated, organ systems-based curriculum.

In the second year, you'll deepen your clinical reasoning through advanced coursework and integrative case reviews. This year concludes with dedicated preparation time for USMLE Step 1, equipping you for success as you transition into clinical training.

For your final two years, transition to the AdventHealth Orlando Campus, where hands-on experience becomes the focus of your medical education.

During your third year, you'll complete core clinical rotations such as:

• Family Medicine
• Internal Medicine
• General Surgery
• Pediatrics
• Neurology and Psychiatry
• Obstetrics and Gynecology

During your fourth year, you'll complete core clinical rotations such as:

• Whole Person Care
• Emergency Medicine
• Preventative Medicine
• Critical Care
• And more

The Loma Linda University School of Medicine -  AdventHealth Orlando Campus is an option for enrolled LLUSM medical students to complete Years Three and Four (clinical training) in Orlando within the AdventHealth system. Students gain hands-on experience caring for diverse patient populations while learning in a mission-driven environment centered on whole person care.

Students apply to Loma Linda University School of Medicine through AMCAS, complete the LLUSM secondary and indicate interest in the regional campus track. If accepted to LLUSM, students may be invited to connect and interview with the regional campus team as part of the placement process.

Clinical training includes core rotations such as internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics, OB/GYN, family medicine, and additional specialty experiences. Fourth-year opportunities include emergency medicine, critical care, preventive medicine, whole person care and electives in many other areas.

Because the Orlando cohort is intentionally small (up to 48 students), training is highly hands-on and relationship-driven. Clinical learning typically happens in small care teams with attending physicians and residents, creating an intimate learning experience compared with large lecture-based environments.

Loma Linda University School of Medicine medical students follow the same curriculum structure and academic support resources across the program, and clinical training in Orlando is designed to be high-touch with close teaching teams. Outcomes and preparation are actively supported throughout clinical years, including guidance on clerkships and USMLE Step 2 Clinical Knowledge readiness.

AdventHealth’s research ecosystem includes 500+ active studies, giving students exposure to clinical research and trials across many specialties. Loma Linda University School of Medicine also offers research opportunities; students can explore options based on their interest area and timing (clinical research, QI projects, case reports, etc.).

Whole person care is woven into patient care, mentorship, and professional formation—supporting students academically and personally while emphasizing compassionate, patient-centered medicine that considers the mind, body, and spirit.

 Yes! Students at regional campuses are encouraged to return to Loma Linda for Match Day and graduation ceremonies to celebrate with their full class.

Yes. The Loma Linda University School of Medicine – AdventHealth Orlando Campus offers a scholarship per year while students complete their clinical training in Orlando. Contact Dr. Elaine Hart, Assistant Dean for Regional Campus or Ansel Hicks III, recruiter for AdventHealth Orlando for additional information 

Ansel Hicks III | Recruitment Manager | [email protected] | 321-946-3879