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Breakthroughs Can’t Wait

At UMB, groundbreaking discoveries happen every day — transforming medicine, improving health, and shaping the future. From changing legal policy and pioneering treatments to cutting-edge scientific breakthroughs, UMB researchers are tackling real-world challenges and making a lasting impact on lives everywhere.

Serving the Public Good

UMB is dedicated to excellence in education, research, clinical care, and service. But don’t just take our word for it …

Innovation and Achievements

Medicine

First-Of-Its-Kind Surgery Removes Tumor Through Eye Socket

May 7, 2025 In a first-of-Its-kind surgery, a rare spinal tumor is removed through the patient’s eye socket at the University of Maryland Medical Center.
Two UMB surgeons remove a tumor through the patient's eye socket.
Scales

Navigating Federal Orders and Guidance

In response to the many rapid changes happening at the federal government level, UMB’s Issues Management Advisory Group has created a website to help assess how the policies of the new presidential administration might impact the University.

Glenn Canares, DDS, and his mentee, Rachel Chang, DDS ’23
When we practice kindness, it creates belonging. And when we feel like we belong, we connect more with our work.”
Glenn Canares, DDS, MSD
Clinical Assistant Professor and Director, Advanced Specialty Education Program, Division of Pediatric Dentistry, University of Maryland School of Dentistry
Discover Dr. Canares’ and Rachel’s Story
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Proudly Located in West Baltimore

Mixing small-town charm with big-city amenities, Baltimore is known and celebrated for its storied place in American history, mix of quirky arts and culture, and array of diverse and unique neighborhoods. Museums, theaters, tourist attractions, and major professional sports teams are all part of the heartbeat of downtown Baltimore. UMB contributes to this landscape with our 65-acre campus on the city’s west side, a short walk from the bustling Inner Harbor, right in the middle of it all.