School of Medicine

Washington University

Washington University School of Medicine is committed to advancing human health throughout the world. As noted leaders in patient care, research and education, our outstanding faculty has contributed many discoveries and innovations to science and medicine since the school's founding in 1891.

The School of Medicine received more than $554.5 million in research gifts and grants during the 2017 fiscal year. Our faculty, staff and students advance the application of research discoveries to clinical care through multidisciplinary collaborations. Our clinical faculty oversee a wide array of clinical trials, which offer people the opportunity to participate in studies evaluating the effectiveness of investigational treatments and disease prevention strategies.

Washington University physicians provide care for more than 430,000 children and adults at 49 clinical sites each year. Washington University provides clinical services in partnership with Barnes-Jewish Hospital and St. Louis Children's Hospital, both of which are nationally-recognized, world-class teaching hospitals on the campus of Washington University Medical Center.

Our educational programs train physicians, scientists and medical professionals for careers in the biomedical sciences. An education from Washington University School of Medicine provides graduates with solid opportunities for highly sought-after residencies and fellowships, engaging research endeavors, and successful and rewarding careers in medicine and public health.