HonorHealth

Build the Future of Medicine in Phoenix

HonorHealth + Arizona State University School of Medicine & Medical Engineering

HonorHealth and the Arizona State University John Shufeldt School of Medicine and Medical Engineering have partnered to create a bold new model for physician careers—the New American Medical School. This collaboration blends the strength of a leading physician-led health system with the innovation of one of the nation’s most forward-thinking universities, offering physicians an unprecedented opportunity to shape the future of care, education, and discovery.

About HonorHealth

HonorHealth is a highly respected, physician-led healthcare system serving the rapidly growing Phoenix metropolitan area. With nine acute-care hospitals, more than 1,800 beds, 30 urgent care centers, and over 4,000 medical staff members, HonorHealth provides a robust clinical environment and strong referral base to support the development of centers of excellence across specialties.

For nearly 100 years, HonorHealth has been committed to delivering world-class care. Its longstanding investment in education and innovation includes:

• 19 ACGME-accredited residency and fellowship programs
• HonorHealth Research Institute (founded in 2007), offering streamlined access to research infrastructure, including dedicated business development leaders and research coordinators
• Center for Translational Science (opened in 2025), accelerating the connection between clinical care and breakthrough discovery

Physicians at HonorHealth benefit from a large, diverse patient population, with opportunities for clinical research participation, teaching, and academic collaboration—all optional and tailored to individual career goals.

About ASU’s School of Medicine & Medical Engineering

The Arizona State University John Shufeldt School of Medicine and Medical Engineering is redefining medical education. This first-of-its-kind program integrates medicine, engineering, artificial intelligence, and health systems science through a combined MD and MS in Medical Engineering, training the next generation of physician-innovators.

Key highlights:

• Inaugural class launching Summer 2026
• Ranked #1 in “Most Innovative Schools” for 11 consecutive years (U.S. News & World Report)
• Focus on technology-driven, patient-centered care models
• Opportunities for physicians to serve as founding faculty and thought leaders

HonorHealth physicians will play a foundational role in building the first medical school based in the Phoenix metro area, helping shape curriculum, mentorship, and the future physician workforce.

Why Join This Partnership?

This collaboration offers physicians something truly rare: the ability to design a career that aligns with their personal and professional priorities.

A “Privademics” Model – The Best of All Worlds

We combine the strengths of private practice and academic medicine into a flexible model we call “Privademics.” Physicians can tailor their roles to include:

• High-volume clinical practice and earning potential
• Work-life balance in a desirable metropolitan setting
• Optional teaching and academic appointments with ASU
• Clinical research and innovation opportunities
• Leadership roles in building a new medical school

Additional Benefits

• ASU faculty appointments commensurate with experience
• Tuition discounts for immediate family members
• Access to cutting-edge technology and industry partnerships
• Practice within a stable, physician-led system with strong payer mix and philanthropic support

Shape Your Future—And the Future of Medicine

This is more than a career opportunity—it is a chance to leave a lasting legacy. Whether your passion lies in clinical excellence, education, research, or innovation, HonorHealth and ASU provide the platform to grow, lead, and transform healthcare.

Join us in building the future of medicine—right here in Phoenix.