Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME)

The Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) is the national accrediting authority for medical education programs leading to the MD degree in the U.S. and Canada. LCME accreditation is a voluntary, peer-reviewed process of quality assurance that determines whether a medical education program meets established standards outlined in the functions and structure of a Medical School. This accreditation is required in most states for licensing graduates and for receiving federal financial aid. Programs are required to demonstrate that their graduates exhibit general professional competencies that are appropriate for entry to the next stage of their training and that serve as the foundation for lifelong learning and proficient medical care. Only graduates of LCME-accredited schools are eligible for residency programs accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) purposes.

The MD degree programs at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine were last reviewed by the LCME in 2017 and received full accreditation. Additional information on accreditation status can be found at: https://lcme.org/directory/

LCME accreditation status can be verified by contacting the LCME Secretariat at lcme@aamc.org.

LCME Self Study

Our LCME self-study process has been a rigorous, data-driven evaluation of our medical education program, focusing on continuous quality improvement. Over the past 18 months, we have implemented targeted initiatives to enhance student support, curriculum delivery, and clinical training experiences. As part of these efforts, we have systematically analyzed student feedback and engagement data, leading to refinements across our school.

Learn more about the CWRU SOM LCME Self-Study Committees

The figures below highlight key student stratification metrics, illustrating the impact of these quality improvement measures. These efforts were guided by extensive contributions from institutional leadership and seven key committees—Executive, Admissions, Infrastructure, Curriculum, Assessment, Student Experience, and Faculty—each playing a vital role in evaluating and advancing different aspects of the program. This self-study has reinforced our commitment to evidence-based enhancements that align with accreditation standards and institutional goals.

LCME Timeline 

LCME Resources 

• SOM Strategic Plan
• Educational Program Objectives (EPOs)
• Medical Student Policies Box Folder
• Clerkship Learning Objectives
• SOM Medical Education Faculty Toolbox