OUR MISSION.
The mission of Loma Linda University Health is to continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ.
EXCELLENCE
UNIVERSITY
Loma Linda University is a nationally recognized academic health sciences center in Southern California dedicated to mission-focused learning through integrating health, science and faith.
4,300+ Undergraduate and Graduate Students
72,000+ Alumni Worldwide
100+ Degree and Certificate Programs
ONE OF THE ONLY Faith-Based Academic Health Sciences Centers in the U.S.
80+ Countries Represented 70+ Religions Represented
92% of Students Find Jobs After Graduation
166+ Global Communities Served Through Student Outreach
JUSTICE
EIGHT SCHOOLS. ONE UNIVERSITY.
SCHOOL OF ALLIED HEALTH PROFESSIONS | SCHOOL OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY | SCHOOL OF MEDICINE | SCHOOL OF NURSING
SCHOOL OF PHARMACY | SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH | SCHOOL OF RELIGION
As one of the only faith-based academic health sciences centers in the nation, and the only one in California, Loma Linda University is more than just a university.
As a student, you will get hands-on training at our research facilities, clinics and hospitals with experienced leaders in your field.
With eight schools at one university, we are committed to help you advance your career.
READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE? Choose Loma Linda University for:
• Over 100 health science programs, including medicine, nursing, dentistry and more.
• Faith-based education with a focus on whole person care.
• A fast-track to your career with our 18-month associate degree in Health Science.
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Pathway Programs
OPEN HOUSE
Annual event to connect with academic advisors, meet students, and attend program sessions
DISCOVERY PROGRAM
Two-week program for underrepresented minority high school students in the Inland Empire
CAREERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
Interactive one-day event discovering the various careers in public health
INTRODUCTION TO BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Short-term course for high school graduates or equivalent to explore behavioral health careers
CAREERS IN DENTAL HYGIENE
Workshop for high school graduates, college students, and people looking for a career change
CAREERS IN DENTISTRY
Multi-day workshop for high school graduates interested in dental and dental hygiene careers
MINORITIES IN DENTISTRY
One-day workshop designed for underrepresented groups available for high school graduates
APPRENTICESHIP BRIDGE TO COLLEGE
Eight-week summer internship program in health disparities research for high school students
MY CAMPUS
Quarterly opportunity to learn about healthcare careers for middle and high school minority students
CENTER FOR HEALTH DISPARITIES AND MOLECULAR MEDICINE
Research projects and training programs for high school students, undergraduates, first year minority medical students and graduate students
PATHWAYS TO PHARMD
School of Pharmacy collaborates with academic institutions to offer pathway programs for a seamless transition into the PharmD program
SUMMER UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP
For undergraduate students who are interested in a biomedical research career
UNDERGRADUATE TRAINING PROGRAM
Summer program offering practical lab research experience alongside distinguished faculty and mentorship
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ANSWER YOUR CALLING IN HEALTH AND SCIENCE.
Undergraduate Programs
DEGREES OFFERED: ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE (AS) | BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (BS)
Discover a purpose-driven education at Loma Linda University, where health, science, and service come together. We offer over 25 undergraduate programs across multiple disciplines, designed to prepare you for a rewarding career in health care, science, and allied health professions.
SCHOOLS OFFERING UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS:
School of Allied Health Professions • School of Dentistry
School of Medicine
• School of Nursing
• Clinical Laboratory Science
ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES
• Health Information Management (On-campus and Online)
• Health Science (AS)
• Health-Care Administration (Online)
• Medical Radiography
• Nutrition and Dietetics (Coordinated BS and MS Program)
• Physical Therapist Assistant
• Radiation Sciences and Therapy
• Respiratory Care
• Speech-Language Pathology (Communication Sciences and Disorders)
IMAGING AND DIAGNOSTIC SCIENCES NURSING
• Cardiac Electrophysiology Technology (Online)
• Diagnostic Medical Sonography (Cardiac, General, Vascular)
• Nuclear Medicine Technology
• BS in Nursing (Traditional, RN-to-BS Online, Concurrent ADN-to-BS Online)
DENTISTRY
• Dental Hygiene
MEDICINE AND ENVIRONMENT
• Environmental Sciences (BS)
• Geology
Whether you are starting your journey or building on your professional experience, Loma Linda University offers on-campus and online options to help you reach your goals.
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Graduate Programs
WHERE MISSION MEETS EXCELLENCE.
At Loma Linda University, we offer over 100 graduate and professional programs across health sciences, behavioral health, public health, religion, and more — all rooted in our mission to make man whole.
GRADUATE & PROFESSIONAL DEGREE PROGRAMS
SCHOOL OF ALLIED HEALTH PROFESSIONS
• Health Informatics, MS (Online Available)
• Nutrition and Dietetics (Multiple MS Pathways)
• Occupational Therapy (Entry-level OTD, Post-professional OTD – Online)
• Physical Therapy (DPT, PhD – Online Available)
• Physician Assistant, MPA
• Radiologist Assistant, MSRS (Online)
• Respiratory Care, MSRC (Online Available)
• Speech-Language Pathology (MS, SLPD – Online)
SCHOOL OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
• Child Life Specialist, MS
• Criminal Justice, MS
• Counseling, MS
• Social Work (MSW, DSW – Online Options)
• Marital and Family Therapy (MS, DMFT – Online Available)
• Psychology (PhD, PsyD – Clinical)
• Systems, Families and Couples, PhD
SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY
• DDS | International Dentist Program
• Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, MS
SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
• Genetic Counseling, MS
• Geology and Earth Science (MS, PhD)
• MD – Doctor of Medicine
• MS and PhD in Anatomy, Biology, Cancer Biology, Immunology, Neuroscience and more
• Pathologists’ Assistant, MHS
• PhD in Integrated Biomedical Graduate Studies, Medical Scientist
SCHOOL OF NURSING
• DNP (Various Nurse Practitioner Tracks – Online)
• MS in Nursing Education, Administration, Population Health (Online Options)
• PhD in Nursing (BS to PhD and MS to PhD – Online)
SCHOOL OF PHARMACY
• Pharmacy
• PharmD
Discover Your Future at Loma Linda University
SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
• DrPH in Public Health (Epidemiology, Preventive Care, Health Policy – Online)
• MHA in Healthcare Administration (Online Available)
• MPH in Epidemiology, Global Health, Nutrition, Population Medicine (Online Available)
• Nutrition, PhD Plant-Based Nutrition, MS (Online)
SCHOOL OF RELIGION
• MA in Bioethics, Religion and Society
• MSChap – Master of Chaplaincy
NEW Programs
When it comes to making lifestyle changes, information alone is not enough.
Health Coaching uses a system designed to train individuals to be practical guides and partners for those learning to adopt new behaviors. The Loma Linda University School of Public Health Certificate in Health and Wellness Coaching is a fully online, three-course program designed to equip individuals with the skills to guide and support others in achieving their behavior change goals.
Loma Linda University School of Religion has launched two new certificate programs — one in Spiritual Care and another in Bioethics. The school is accepting applications for the upcoming 2025 – 2026 academic school year, and applications received before July 31 will be processed in time.
The Spiritual Care Certificate consists of coursework designed to build competence in the delivery of spiritual care to an increasingly diverse patient population. The certificate is offered in two forms that focus on either theoretical or practical applications of spiritual care and can be tailored to offer instruction in spirituality, religious diversity, and end-of-life care.
CONTINUING EDUCATION
Never Stop Learning with Loma Linda University Health.
Whether you are just beginning or advancing your career, Loma Linda University Health offers you the chance to start small and grow confidently. Explore a world of free, expert-led content at learn.llu.edu — your hub for continuous learning.
Dive into topics like:
• Global Health Leadership
• Financial Wellness
• Dental and Oral Health
• Governance and Ethics
• Diversity in Healthcare
• Inspiring Health Journeys
Tune into insightful webinars, thought-provoking podcasts, and powerful stories that connect you with leaders and changemakers in healthcare.
Start learning today — for free. learn.llu.edu/gc2025
Loma Linda University –Educating Future Leaders in Service, Science, and Health.
Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group’s first-ever podcast, “Evening Rounds,” is a video podcast featuring ground level health discussions and shared life lessons from the doctors who provide care at Loma Linda University Health. The series features a variety of guests across the multitude of specialty areas at the organization.
Tune in and subscribe today. lluh.org/podcast
Many Strengths. One Mission.
HEALTHCARE
We provide a broad spectrum of advanced specialty care programs and services to the community, both locally and internationally.
Quality of care is the most important strength that a healthcare organization must provide. Loma Linda University Health continues to build a global reputation for excellence in healthcare services.
2024 FACTS AND FIGURES
17,929 Employees 1,217 Physicians 719 Physician Residents 1,149,508 Inpatient and Outpatient Visits
4,301 Babies Born
SIX HOSPITALS. OVER 40 CLINICS. ONE MISSION.
LOMA LINDA UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER
The hospitals of Loma Linda University Health have many strengths — skilled and compassionate staff, renowned physicians, advanced technology, world-class facilities — but only one mission: “To continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ.”
At the heart of our system is the 482-bed Medical Center, home to:
• The world’s first hospital-based proton treatment center
• The Inland Empire’s leading Level I Trauma Center
• One of the nation’s busiest bone marrow and organ transplant programs
Our Dennis and Carol Troesh Medical Campus features a new emergency department with:
• Five triage rooms
• Four dedicated trauma rooms
• 40 exam rooms
• Two hybrid ORs with built in imaging equipment
LOMA LINDA UNIVERSITY CHILDREN’S HEALTH
On the new Dennis and Carol Troesh Medical Campus, our nine story Children’s Hospital tower has 364 beds, including 84 new private rooms where kids can heal alongside family. The Children’s Hospital offers:
• Equipment and furniture designed specifically for kids
• Board-certified pediatric specialists
• The San Manuel Maternity Pavilion with private suites for labor and delivery
• The only Level I Pediatric Trauma Center in the Inland Empire, with a dedicated Pediatric Emergency Department.
• A brand new pediatric cardiovascular lab
Loma Linda University Children’s Health has expanded to include our six-bed neonatal intensive care unit in our Murrieta location.
LOMA LINDA UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER EAST CAMPUS
Our East Campus focuses on four specialized services:
• Rehabilitation
• Orthopaedics
• Neurosurgery
• Family medicine
With 134 beds, our East Campus offers care for:
• Stroke, spine and joint conditions
• Physical therapy
• Advanced urgent care
• Pain management
PossAbilities is our innovative community outreach program that provides resources and opportunities for persons with diverse disabilities.
LOMA LINDA UNIVERSITY BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
With locations in Redlands, Rancho Cucamonga, and Murrieta, Loma Linda University Behavioral Health provides services and programs that recognize the complex needs of patients facing mental health issues and substance use.
We offer a full range of services, including inpatient and outpatient treatment and specialty programs for:
• Children
• Adolescents
• Adults
• Seniors
Our programs explore the complexity of one’s mind, body, and spirit in a safe and caring environment. Here, the healing process begins, and hope for the future can be restored.
HUMILITY
LOMA LINDA UNIVERSITY SURGICAL HOSPITAL
Loma Linda University Surgical Hospital provides state-of-the-art technology in a convenient, more intimate setting, in several specialty areas:
• Minimally invasive surgery center
• Comprehensive weight loss center
• Women’s health center
• Urology center
• Head and neck center
LOMA LINDA UNIVERSITY HEALTH BEAUMONT – BANNING
Loma Linda University Health Beaumont – Banning is located in Beaumont and offers a broad spectrum of outpatient healthcare services. These services include:
• Physical therapy
• Radiation medicine
• Obstetrics and gynecological services
• Family medicine services
• Variety of medical and surgical specialties
• Medical oncology infusion center
• Ancillary services include imaging, a laboratory and a pharmacy
LOMA LINDA UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER – MURRIETA
Loma Linda University Medical Center – Murrieta is a 106-bed hospital offering general and acute-care services, including:
• Emergency care
• Obstetrics
• Cancer Care
• Orthopaedics
• Heart and vascular center
It houses six state-of-the-art surgical suites, a laparoscopic surgery center and an imaging center.
At the Leading Edge of Today’s Medicine.
Loma Linda University Transplant Institute
The Transplant Institute is one of the most comprehensive in the country. We perform organ transplants of the liver, heart, kidney and kidney-pancreas, as well as stem cell and bone marrow transplants in our Children’s Hospital.
Our Children’s Hospital has one of the largest NICUs in Southern California and is a pioneer in the field of neonatal heart transplantation.
Loma Linda University International Heart Institute
The International Heart Institute has earned a worldwide reputation for innovation and excellence. Focused on personalized care that balances innovation, education and spiritual support, we have the most comprehensive center in the region for:
• Adult and pediatric cardiology
• Interventional cardiology services
• Cardiothoracic and vascular surgery
• Cardiac rehabilitation
Loma Linda University International Heart Institute has been designated by both San Bernardino and Riverside counties as a STEMI (ST-elevation myocardial infarction) Receiving Center for heart attack care for its ability to provide rapid, life-saving responses to heart attack victims.
Loma Linda University Cancer Center
Loma Linda University Cancer Center is comprised of 11 Centers of Excellence offering the most advanced diagnostic and treatment services for all types of cancers, including breast, head and neck, genitourinary, gastrointestinal and skin cancer. In addition, we were first in the Inland Empire to offer the da Vinci Robotic Surgical System for the treatment of prostate and gynecological cancers. Our comprehensive center also offers stem cell transplants for adults, as well as custom treatment plans for each patient.
Our Cancer Center specializes in:
• Cancer prevention
• Early detection
• Treatment
• Research
• Education
Preventive screenings and education programs conducted by the Cancer Resource Center are detecting more cancers in their early, treatable stages, providing better outcomes and improving patient quality of life.
James M. Slater, MD Proton Treatment & Research Center
The James M. Slater, MD Proton Treatment and Research Center at Loma Linda University Health is the first in the world to offer this type of cancer treatment in a hospital setting.
We have treated more patients than any other center of its kind, nearly a quarter of all proton patients in the world.
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FACULTY MEDICAL GROUP
At Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group (FMG), we focus on what matters — meaningful whole person care, academic excellence, and innovative research; driven by our mission to continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ.
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WHOLENESS
FOUNDING ROOTS
Founded in 1995 as a physician-led administrative team supporting a multidisciplinary medical group.
POPULATION IMPACT
Serves a diverse population of over 4 million people — offering exposure to the full spectrum of health conditions.
REGIONAL COMMITMENT
Dedicated to serving the Inland Empire region of Southern California with providers embedded throughout Riverside and San Bernardino County.
ACADEMIC INTEGRATION
Part of a large academic environment providing leadership, clinical expertise, collaboration and resources.
PHYSICIAN COMMITMENT
Join a group of dedicated, like-minded physicians focused on achieving the best outcomes for every patient.
WORKFORCE GROWTH
Grown to a network of more than 1,300 providers across a wide range of practice settings.
PRIMARY CARE AND MEDICINE:
• Family Medicine
• General Medicine
• Geriatric Medicine
• Hospitalist Medicine
• Internal Medicine
• Occupational Medicine
• Preventive Medicine
SURGICAL SPECIALTIES:
• Acute Care Surgery
• Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Colon and Rectal Surgery
• General Surgery
• Neurosurgery
• Orthopaedic Surgery
• Otolaryngology (ENT)
• Plastic Surgery
• Surgical Oncology
• Transplant Surgery
• Trauma Surgery
• Urology
• Vascular Surgery
WOMEN’S AND CHILDREN’S HEALTH:
• Gynecologic Oncology
• Gynecologic Urology
• Neonatology
• General Pediatrics
• Maternal-Fetal Medicine
• Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Pediatric Neurosurgery
• Pediatric Subspecialties
• Pediatric Surgery
Areas of Specialization. COMPASSION
• Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
• Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery
SPECIALTY MEDICINE:
• Allergy and Immunology
• Cardiology
• Critical Care
• Dermatology
• Endocrinology
• Gastroenterology and Hepatology
• Infectious Disease
• Medical Oncology and Hematology
• Nephrology
• Neurology
• Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
• Pulmonology
• Radiation Medicine
• Radiology
• Rheumatology
OTHER DISCIPLINES:
• Anesthesiology
• Audiology
• Emergency Medicine
• Medical Oncology
• Ophthalmology
• Pathology
• Psychiatry
• Regenerative Medicine
• Wound Care
If you or someone you know is interested in joining our clinical faculty, please contact us at llufmg@llu.edu or call 1-800-328-1163.
For more information, please visit our website at fmg.lluh.org
INTEGRITY
RESEARCH
Loma Linda University Health (LLUH) is a leading organization in healthcare-focused research, committed to improving health outcomes through innovative scientific inquiry.
GLOBAL IMPACT
LLUH’s research addresses health disparities, with a focus on underserved populations in the Inland Empire and beyond. The organization’s commitment to whole-person health integrates spiritual, physical, and mental well-being into its research initiatives.
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Research Excellence
CARNEGIE R2 CLASSIFICATION
Recognized for “High Research Activity,” LLUH is the only R2 institution dedicated exclusively to healthcare and life sciences.
$85 MILLION IN EXTRAMURAL FUNDING OVER 120 YEARS OF DISCOVERY
Supports over 2,000 researchers and with over 695 peer-reviewed publications annually.
Pioneering achievements include the first infant heart transplant and the first hospital-based proton accelerator for cancer treatment.
Research Centers and Programs
CENTER FOR IMAGING RESEARCH (CIR)
Offers advanced imaging technologies like microPET and microCT for oncology, neurology and radiation science.
CENTER FOR HEALTH RESEARCH (CHR)
Provides research and evaluation services for clinical, public health, and community-based entities, with over 1,300 completed projects globally.
CANCER RESEARCH PROGRAMS
Focus on areas such as cancer health disparities, proton therapy, molecular imaging, pediatric leukemia and tobacco research.
STUDENT RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES
Students actively contribute to groundbreaking research in various fields:
Pharmacy
Preventing global anti-bacterial resistance
Allied Health Professions
Developing new treatments for chronic pain
Behavioral Health
Improving outcomes for children with autism
Dentistry
Advancing oral cancer prevention and treatment
Medicine
Innovating procedures to relieve stroke symptoms
Nursing
Exploring the impact of faith-informed care on patient outcomes
Public Health
Reducing tobacco dependence worldwide
These opportunities provide hands-on experience in laboratories and research centers, contributing to discoveries that are changing lives.
FIVE GLOBAL CAMPUSES.
MALAWI | CHAD | HAITI | CHINA | NEPAL
INTERNATIONAL SERVICE PROGRAM (ISP)
• Faculty, employees, and volunteers who served: 418
• Countries served: 72
STUDENTS FOR INTERNATIONAL MISSION SERVICE (SIMS)
• Student and faculty trip participants: 1,043
• Countries served: 24
INTERNATIONAL PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (IPDP)
• Professionals mentored: 57
• Countries served: 5
TEAMWORK
DEFERRED MISSION APPOINTEE (DMA) PROGRAM
• Serving abroad: 21
• Physicians: 16
• Dentists: 5
• Countries served: 13
• In the pipeline: 39
GLOBAL SERVICE AWARDEE (GSA) PROGRAM
• Serving abroad: 2
• Countries served: 2
ADVENTIST HEALTH INTERNATIONAL (AHI)
• Countries served: 33
• Hospitals: 48
• Clinics: Over 100
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