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M.D. Program

Saint Louis University School of Medicine trains you to practice compassionate, holistic medicine and champion health equity. This mission-driven, student-centered curriculum empowers you to improve the lives of people and communities across the St. Louis region and beyond.

For the Greater Good: How Your Medical Degree Program is Rooted in Mission

Your SLU medical education will teach you to think beyond a diagnosis. By training at a premier Jesuit institution, you’ll learn to prioritize becoming a physician for and with others, building trust, upholding human dignity and dismantling barriers to equitable care. 

SLU SOM pairs a strong foundation in medical sciences and patient-centered clinical experiences with a deep commitment to service. Develop the skills to treat patients and the voice to advocate for them. 

Train With National Leaders in Primary Care

Learn at a school known for true clinical impact. U.S. News & World Report ranks Saint Louis University School of Medicine a Tier 1 Best Medical School for Primary Care — a distinction shared by only 15 other medical schools nationwide. The recognition guarantees your training will reflect an unwavering commitment to treating the whole person and practicing community-based medicine. 

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Explore M.D. Curriculum

Why Choose SLU School of Medicine?

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Early Clinical Exposure

Treat real patients during your first two years of medical school.

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Jesuit Values

Treat the whole patient --- mind, body and spirit.

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SSM Health Partnership

Learn alongside faculty mentors who serve as key providers across world-class training environments.

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R1 Research Classification

Pursue cutting-edge discoveries at an institution holding an elite, R1 Carnegie research classification.

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Academic Outcomes

Outperform national averages on USMLE Step board examinations.

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Commitment to Service

Bridge the gap in community health through volunteer opportunities.

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Primary Care Leaders

Train at a Tier 1 medical school for primary care, as designated by U.S. News & World Report.

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Community Health and Advocacy

Examine how lived experiences and complex socio-economic factors impact health outcomes and access to care. 

Introducing: Your Community