Abstract: Initiated with a brief introduction of the current medical education system in the United States, this article elaborates on pedagogy transformations and curriculum redesign based on Harvard Medical School, Stanford University School of Medicine and Johns Hopkins School of Medicine's reform. Gaining insight into the trainingObjectives, educational philosophy, clinical immersion and professionalism cultivation of these world-class medical schools may inspire us to explore more strategic and rational approaches. We highlight some key points such as to restore the medical education continuum, advocate the contemporary focus of reform, reconstruct the curriculum design and evaluation system, and to consolidate the training goals in medical schools., which will strengthen the medical education reform in China.

Key words: the United States, Medical education system, Target-driven, Curriculum remodeling