Dedicated to promoting a diverse and culturally aware medical school community

Our mission is to promote health equity and enhance the educational environment at WashU Medicine where all learners can thrive and succeed as future physician leaders in a vibrant, global society.

Addressing diversity at Washington University

We have a long, sincere tradition of acknowledging challenges and responding with empathy, open dialogue and proactive leadership. All of that makes us strong.

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Gabbie Johnson, WashU MD/MSCI ’23, is the first Black woman to train in Neurosurgery at WashU and Barnes-Jewish Hospital. Dr. Johnson shares why she’s excited to enter the field.

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We are influencing medical professionals by demonstrating the importance of providing culturally aware, equitable and compassionate care for all.


We build community with and serve a diverse group of students, faculty and trainees.