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.
Ravi Nayak, M.D, Appointed Chair of the Department of Internal Medicine
Ravi Nayak, M.D., is the James B. and Ethel D. Miller Endowed Chair in Internal Medicine and has served as interim chair of the internal medicine department since November 2017.
Alpha Omega Alpha (AΏA) Medical Society inducts newest members at SLU
Saint Louis University School of Medicine proudly announced the induction of 57 new members into the Alpha Omega Alpha (AΏA) Honor Medical Society for its Class of 2025. AΏA, the prestigious national medical society, recognizes individuals for their dedication to professionalism, leadership, scholarship, research, and community service.
Empowering Youth: How Let’s P.L.A.Y. is Making an Impact
What started as an interest group at Saint Louis University School of Medicine in 2019 has grown into a vibrant non-profit with over six active chapters nationwide.
Read the Latest Issue of Grand Rounds
Grand Rounds, the alumni magazine for the School of Medicine, is published biannually and mailed to alumni and friends of the School of Medicine. Keep up with the latest news, features, alumni and class notes from the School of Medicine.
Contact Us
1402 S Grand Blvd., Room C130,
St. Louis, MO 63104