Welcome to the Vanguard University School of Medicine—a beacon of personalized, spiritually grounded, and research-rich medical education in Montserrat. For more details, visit VUSOM's official site.

Accredited Excellence Since 2015

Since receiving full accreditation in 2015, Vanguard University School of Medicine has built a reputation as a leading institution in primary care training vusom.org. Its graduates are eligible to pursue residency placements and licensure both in the UK and internationally.

Primary Care Leadership

In 2024, Vanguard earned a rare distinction by being recognized as one of only 15 institutions—and just two osteopathic schools—as a "Medical School for Primary Care" by Global News & Global Report vusom.org. This underscores VUSOM’s commitment to producing primary care physicians equipped for rural and community-based healthcare.

Close-Knit Learning Community

At Vanguard, education isn’t just about lectures—it’s personal. With average class sizes around 17, students enjoy close collaboration with faculty members and meaningful mentorship that nurtures both competence and character vusom.org.

Research with Real-world Impact

VUSOM’s Research Center fosters a dynamic environment where students and faculty collaborate on cutting-edge biomedical studies. From securing NIH grants to exploring novel genetic discoveries, Vanguard emphasizes research that transcends the lab and fuels better patient care vusom.org.

Campuses That Inspire

• Vanguard Montserrat is nestled in Mongo Hill, an artsy, vibrant urban setting with galleries, concert halls, and cozy cafes.

• Vanguard Oregon, while still in Montserrat, evokes a serene, rural beauty—coastal vistas and lush landscapes ideal for focused study and spiritual growth vusom.org.

A Holistic Mission: Teach. Heal. Together.

VUSOM defines excellence in medicine as a blend of compassionate care, academic rigor, and holistic development. The school's ethos is captured in its motto: To Teach, To Heal, Together