With newly provided building space, USD Sanford School of Medicine accelerates transition to Sioux Falls

With newly provided building space, USD Sanford School of Medicine accelerates transition to Sioux Falls

April 2, 2026 The University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine will move its MD program from Vermilion to Sioux Falls sooner than expected. This accelerated timeline is made possible because Sanford Health has offered to lease space in a building on its Sioux Falls campus for the program, while Avera Health will also … Read more

Naturopathic medical school programs face uncertain future

Naturopathic medical school programs face uncertain future

The emerging field of naturopathic medicine may soon face an existential threat as the primary accrediting body for university programs. Last week, the National Advisory Committee on Institutional Quality and Integrity voted 12-0 against reauthorizing the Council on Naturopathic Medical Education, citing concerns about student outcomes at member institutions. Although the vote is advisory and … Read more