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Preparing the Next Generation of Health Care Providers and Educators
As part of its mission to serve Appalachia and beyond, Lincoln Memorial University established its first physician assistant program at the main campus in 2009. Building on that success and the University’s commitment to advancing healthcare education, LMU launched the Doctor of Medical Science (DMS) program in 2016, followed by a second physician assistant program at the LMU-West Knoxville campus site in 2018.
In response to the continued growth of the physician assistant profession and the increasing demand for highly trained providers, the LMU–School of Medical Sciences was established in 2019. The School has since expanded its reach with the addition of a physician assistant program at the LMU–Tampa campus site—achieving professional accreditation and welcoming its inaugural cohort in January 2026—and the development of a physician assistant program at the LMU-Chattanooga site, with plans to matriculate its first cohort in January 2027 pending accreditation.
The School of Medical Sciences is proud to offer innovative, high-quality programs supported by state-of-the-art facilities and experienced faculty, preparing graduates to serve diverse communities with excellence in patient care.
The vision of the School of Medical Sciences is to change the face of health care.
The School of Medical Sciences seeks to improve access to high-quality medical and health care services to underserved communities within rural, underserved regions with its primary focus on Appalachia, thereby improving the quality of life and satisfaction required to sustain these communities.
We hope you enjoy learning more about these programs as you browse our website.
Medical Laboratory Science is a healthcare career that combines advanced laboratory science with modern medical care. Analytical analysis performed in clinical laboratories by medical laboratory scientists assists physicians in both the diagnosis and the treatment of pathological conditions. Please explore our website to learn more about our MLS program.
Medical Laboratory Science
LMU offers four distinct Physician Assistant Programs: one in Harrogate, Tennessee; one in Knoxville, Tennessee; one in Chattanooga, Tennessee; and one in Tampa, Florida. These programs have separate leadership, faculty, and accreditation status. To learn more about these programs, please visit their individual web pages.
PA- Harrogate (Primary Care Focus)
PA- Knoxville (Surgical Focus)
PA- Tampa (Primary Care Focus)
PA- Chattanooga (Primary Care Focus)
It is the mission of the DMS program to have a positive impact on health care in underserved regions by preparing highly qualified Physician Assistants with a new set of advanced medical skills and knowledge base. To learn more about our clinical doctorate (DMS) program, please explore our website .
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Gobbell promoted to Director of Assessment for the LMU Physician Assistant program in Harrogate
January 13, 2026
Lincoln Memorial University-School of Medical Sciences (LMU-SMS) has promoted Madison Gobbell to director of assessment for the Physician Assistant (PA) program in Harrogate.
Harris Promoted to Director of Assessment for the LMU Physician Assistant Program in Knoxville
January 13, 2026
Lincoln Memorial University-School of Medical Sciences (LMU-SMS) has promoted Aaron Harris to director of assessment for the Physician Assistant (PA) Program in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Lawrence Promoted to Program Director for the LMU Physician Assistant Program in Tampa
December 12, 2025
Lincoln Memorial University-School of Medical Sciences (LMU-SMS) is pleased to announce the promotion of Paul Lawrence as program director for the Physician Assistant (PA) program in Tampa, Florida.
