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 global health by linking research to populations in a superb educational environment.

Two Students in the Lab
World-class Education

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.

Two Students Researching
Cutting-edge Research

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.

Dean Stanton L Gerson
Our Future

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.

By the Numbers
$400M
in active research funding
#22
medical school for National Institutes of Health awards (Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research, 2022)
88
patents received in 2022
25
centers and institutes
45
clinical department affiliations
8,900
faculty members

Recent News

  • aerial of CWRU
    September 19, 2025
    Alexis Catanzarite, associate director of Healthcare Careers at Case Western Reserve University’s Division of Student Affairs, was recently featured on the 81st episode of “All Access: Med School Admissions.” During this podcast—hosted by Christian Essman, senior director of admissions and…
  • aerial of CWRU
    September 15, 2025
    Are you a faculty member who is curious about personal and professional growth? Do you want to deepen your connections with others across campus? Those at Case Western Reserve University are invited to participate in Gestalt Experience Weekend, an opportunity to foster interpersonal connections…
  • Compilation photo of Zachary Woods and Vikas Gampa.
    September 05, 2025
    Case Western Reserve University is enhancing opportunities for student success through two key leadership appointments that emphasize mentorship and professional preparation. Vikas Gampa has been appointed faculty director of the Pre-Professional Scholars Program (PPSP), effective Aug.1. In this…