180 Years at the Forefront of Knowledge and Discovery
At the School of Medicine, we're dedicated to improving human health through scientific discovery and education as we prepare the next generation of healthcare professionals and scientists to be leaders and innovators.
Our mission is to improve health globally by linking groundbreaking innovation and research directly to patients and populations, within a world class medical and education ecosystem.
Whether you aspire to become a physician, medical researcher or public health leader, we provide unparalleled research and educational opportunities under the mentorship of top healthcare providers, scientists and educators.
From investigating cancer treatments to creating new surgical approaches in partnership with our affiliated healthcare systems and beyond, the research we conduct at CWRU School of Medicine doesn't just drive innovations--it changes lives.
Under the leadership of renowned physician and cancer researcher Dean Stanton L. Gerson, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine is dedicated to improving health through scientific discovery and learning preparing the next generation of physicians, healthcare professionals and scientists to be leaders in their fields.
Recent News
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May 22, 2026Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine marked a milestone weekend in May, celebrating the accomplishments of graduates across its Doctor of Medicine (MD) and Master of Science in Anesthesia (MSA) programs with ceremonies that reflected both tradition—particularly during the university’s… -
May 22, 2026Case Western Reserve University medical students are helping bring preventive care directly to the community through monthly healthcare programming held at CentroVilla25, Cleveland's premier Latino market and food hall.Each month, School of Medicine students provide free health screenings, like… -
May 22, 2026After 47 years at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine’s Department of Biochemistry, William “Bill” Merrick, PhD, is stepping into retirement. But he’s quick to point out he’s “not going anywhere,” as retirement won't change his passion for science and teaching. He plans to continue…