School of Medicine
We train excellent physicians
Saint Louis University's School of Medicine has a long tradition of excellence in medical education. We impart cutting-edge medical knowledge and cultivate compassionate, patient-centered practitioners who are shaping the future of health care.
Recognized as a Tier 1 Best Medical School for Primary Care by U.S. News & World Report, our commitment to excellence in medical education continues to be acknowledged at the national level.
At SLU’s School of Medicine, students don't just learn to be exceptional doctors; they become advocates for holistic well-being, ensuring that the human side of medicine remains at the heart of their practice. Grounded in Jesuit values, our students serve the community, and work for health equity and the well-being of our neighbors.
Academic Areas
Saint Louis University’s School of Medicine trains students to become compassionate health care providers as well as talented researchers and scientists.
Advancing Medical Knowledge
Researchers at the School of Medicine are committed to advancing medical knowledge and improving patient care through research. With our mission in mind, they are constantly pushing the boundaries of scientific knowledge to better understand and improve health outcomes in our community.
Alumni Testimonials
“Saint Louis University has become my place. It is an important part of my career, and it keeps me striving to be the best doctor I can be."
Facilities
Saint Louis University’s School of Medicine provides students, faculty and researchers with cutting-edge facilities and labs that help move medicine forward.
Schwitalla Hall
Schwitalla Hall is the administrative home of SLU’s School of Medicine and is accessible from the Medical Center via the Margaret Doisy Learning Resource Center.
Learn more about our facilitiesHealth Sciences Education Union
The 30,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art Health Sciences Education Union is located in the heart of the SLU’s Medical Center. Its tiered 225-seat auditorium is designed to give students the ability to move around and form teams for group discussions.
Learn more about our facilitiesClinical Skills Center
Established in 1977, the Clinical Skills Center (C.S.C.) is one of the first in the United States. This space is dedicated to medical student education and professional development
Learn more about our facilitiesDoisy Research Center
Dedicated in 2007, the Doisy Research Center features 80 research labs on eight floors. Labs have a flexible design that allow researchers from complementary fields to share knowledge as they work on experiments
Learn more about our facilitiesSSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital
SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital is a 365-bed, tertiary-care hospital and referral center, serving the population within a 150-mile radius of St. Louis. It has one of the most comprehensive organ transplant programs in the Midwest, offering kidney, kidney-pancreas, liver, bone marrow and cornea transplants.
Learn more about our facilitiesMedicine News
Read the latest news and announcements from Saint Louis University’s School of Medicine.
Tavis Honored With Distinguished Award in Hepatitis B Research
The International HBV Meeting has recognized John Tavis, Ph.D., professor of Molecular Microbiology and Immunology at Saint Louis University, with the Distinguished Award in Hepatitis B Research. The award is given annually to honor researchers who have made seminal, long-lasting contributions to the study of the Hepatitis B virus (HBV) and the Hepatitis D virus (HDV).
Five Women Honored at Mary A. Bruemmer Recognition Ceremony
The 49th annual Mary A. Bruemmer Recognition ceremony recognized five women who have made an impact on Saint Louis University. Starting in 1977, SLU’s Women’s Commission has highlighted University community members to be honored at an annual springtime luncheon. The honorees include administrators, faculty, staff and students who are recognized for their contributions, commitment, and lives of service to the University and their community.
SLU Medical Students Celebrate Match Day
The School of Medicine’s Class of 2026 gathered in the grand ballroom of the Chase Park Plaza on March 20, as students eagerly awaited the results of the National Residency Match Program.
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1402 S Grand Blvd., Room C130,
St. Louis, MO 63104