At Katz, student voices shape real change. Through the Independent Student Analysis (ISA), students provided valuable feedback, and that input led to improvements in study spaces, career advising, clinical experiences, wellness support, and communication.

Now it’s time to see those changes for yourself—and win some Katz swag!

📩 How to Enter:

 Take part in this week’s LCME “You Said, We Did” Scavenger Hunt!

·        Find three locations on campus where student feedback led to improvements.

·        Snap a photo and email them to KatzComs@temple.edu.

·        The first three submissions from both North Philadelphia and St. Luke’s campuses will receive Katz swag! 🎉

Did you know? Over 80% of students participated in the ISA survey. Want to continue sharing your thoughts? Scan the QR codes on signs throughout the building to send kudos or concerns!

Where to Look for Improvements

🦉 North Philadelphia Campus:

 🏡 Student Lounge (MERB 1st floor) – More lounge and study spaces.

 📚 Library Study Spaces (Ginsburg Library, 1st and 2nd floors) – Additional study spots.

 👩⚕️ Career Advising Office (MERB 3rd floor) – Strengthened career advising and mentorship.

 🏥 Clinical Skills & Simulation Center (MERB 3rd floor) – Improved clinical training.

🦉 St. Luke's Regional Campus:

 🏡 Student Lounge (Estes Ground Floor) – More seating and lounge space.

 📚 Student Study Space (Estes Ground Floor) – Expanded group study areas.

 👩⚕️ OSS Match Day Banner (Estes 2nd Floor OSS Hallway) – Enhanced career advising.

 🎨 Owl Drawings (Estes 3rd Floor) – More wellness initiatives.

 🖥️ Anatomage Table (Estes 1st Floor) – Strengthened clinical training experiences.

📩 Submit your photos now: KatzComs@temple.edu

Students are shaping the future of Katz. Let’s celebrate the progress together! 🚀

🦉 Bonus Challenge: Hooter the Owl is hiding in the LCME Accreditation Hub. Can you find him?

📌 Start searching now: tuportal6.temple.edu/group/medicine/lcme

The LCME accreditation visit is only four weeks away! This visit ensures Katz continues to meet the highest standards in medical education. Over the next four weeks, we’ll be sharing key information to help you prepare—and some fun challenges along the way. 

✅ What is LCME? 

The Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) is the accrediting body for U.S. and Canadian medical schools. Every accredited medical school undergoes a full LCME site visit every 8 years to maintain accreditation. 

📅 When is the site visit? 

From April 7-9, a team of medical education experts will visit Katz to meet with faculty, students, and leadership. They might even stop you in the hallway to ask about your experience! 

🎯 This Week’s Challenge: Find Hooter the Owl! 

An image of Hooter is hidden somewhere on the LCME Accreditation Hub on the Katz portal. 

📌 Start searching now: [https://tuportal6.temple.edu/group/medicine/lcme] 

Stay tuned next week for more LCME insights and challenges! 

Earlier this year, the Katz School of Medicine began the self-study phase of the LCME reaccreditation process. This critical initiative is led by Gerald Sterling, PhD, Professor of Biomedical Education and Data Science, Thomas Kupp, Senior Advisor to the Dean and Ken Lee, Executive Director of Educational Affairs Administration. Together, they guide the Katz LCME task force, a multidisciplinary team composed of individuals from across the school, who reviewed all the LCME Accreditation Standards. The standards are organized into the following focus areas:

• Educational Programs: Standards 6-9
• Educational Resources: Standard 5
• Institutional Setting/Faculty: Standards 1, 2, 4
• Medical Student Support: Standards 3, 10-12

What’s Involved in the Reaccreditation Process?

The reaccreditation process requires a thorough self-study and completion of the Data Collection Instrument (DCI), followed by a site visit from an LCME survey team. The survey team’s findings will highlight areas of concern, including those needing additional monitoring or support. Based on this report, the LCME committee will determine the school’s accreditation status.

Key Components of the DCI Include:

• Executive Summary of the Self-Study
• DCI Narratives and Supporting Documentation
• Independent Student Analysis (ISA)
• Appendices

Where We Are Now in the LCME Reaccreditation Process

The  second draft of the DCI is currently being finalized. With guidance from external consultants and practice surveys, we are diligently preparing for the official site visit in April 2025. Ensuring full compliance with LCME standards remains a top priority, and we are committed to addressing student feedback and enhancing the educational experience.

The LCME reaccreditation process is a valuable opportunity for reflection, growth, and improvement. It allows us to ensure we deliver the highest quality education to our students while meeting the rigorous standards set by the LCME. We are grateful for the contributions of everyone involved and look forward to successfully completing this reaccreditation journey together.

Important Dates

• Data Collection Instrument (DCI) & Self-Study Report Due: December 2024
• LCME Reaccreditation Site Visit: April 6-9, 2025
• Site Visitors initial Exit Summary Report: late April, 2025
• LCME Accreditation Status Notification: Expected in October 2025

Stay tuned for more updates as we progress through this important reaccreditation process.

ISA identified significant concern regarding student space at TUH :

  % dissatisfied and very dissatisfied

  1. Relaxation space  > 40%

  2. Secure storage  > 30%

  3. Study space  > 30%

In response, Dr. Salerno, Associate Dean, UME, and Ken Lee, Executive Director, Educational Affairs Administration, toured the hospital with Dr. Del Portal, TUH CMO, and Shane McDevitt, VP of Facility Services, to see what was presently available. A second tour with GME leadership - Susan Coull, Senior VP TUH, Chief GME Officer, ACGME Designated Institutional Officer, and Yolanda Reyes, Director of GME Programs, occurred to identify space and work required to address concerns. To see the full list of student spaces available at TUH, view the details here.