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About the Medical College of Wisconsin
About MCW

About the Medical College of Wisconsin

Together, we can build a healthier world.

The Medical College of Wisconsin brings together the most inquisitive minds in science, medicine, education and community engagement to solve the toughest challenges in health and society today. Academic medicine is at the core, where scientists, physicians and students work hand-in-hand with the community to ask the questions no one else is, and fuel the continuous cycle of knowledge that’s shaping the future of medicine.

Our Mission

We are a distinguished leader and innovator in the education and development of the next generation of physicians, scientists, pharmacists and health professionals; we discover and translate new knowledge in the biomedical and health sciences; we provide cutting-edge, collaborative patient care of the highest quality; and we improve the health of the communities we serve.

Our Vision

Pioneering pathways to a healthier world.

Our Values

We strive for excellence in education, research, patient care, and community engagement by:

Acting in caring ways | Engaging in collaborative efforts | Approaching our world with curiosity | Advancing inclusive practices | Demonstrating integrity in all we do | Treating everyone with respect

MCW by the Numbers

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No. 1 
Largest private research center in Wisconsin
No. 3 
Largest private medical school in the nation
Top 100  
Research University in the Nation
$5.82B 
National economic impact with hospital partners in FY2023

MCW News and Stories

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Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment Invests $5.6 Million in Wisconsin Health Workforce Well-Being

April 28, 2025

The Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment (AHW), Wisconsin’s largest health philanthropy, will invest more than $5.6 million over the next five years in projects designed to enhance the professional well-being of the state’s health workforce.

Biochemistry Faculty Elected to Leadership Roles in The Society for Glycobiology

April 25, 2025

Drs. Karin Hoffmeister and Stephanie Olivier-Van Stichelen have been elected to leadership roles for The Society for Glycobiology.

Peter S. LaViolette, PhD, MS

Innovative Neuroimaging Technique Could Improve Outcomes for Glioblastoma Patients

April 24, 2025

Dr. Peter LaViolette and his team are poised to refine and validate cutting-edge imaging techniques that could revolutionize the way doctors treat this devastating brain cancer.

Tayler Sheahan, PhD

Decoding the Itch: Unveiling the Neural Circuits Behind Pain and Chronic Conditions

April 17, 2025

Dr. Tayler Sheahan leads innovative studies that may lead to better therapies for these conditions.

Alumni Spotlight: Abby Mabie, PharmD

April 14, 2025

Alumna Abby Mabie, PharmD ('21) shares experiences from MCW and her PGY1 residency that led her to a staff pharmacist career at Children's Wisconsin.

Ross Collery, PhD

Restoring Vision: Cutting-Edge Research uses Zebrafish and CRISPR Technology

April 14, 2025

Dr. Ross Collery is on a mission to restore vision and prevent eye diseases.

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President

John R. Raymond, Sr., MD, the Medical College of Wisconsin’s (MCW) President and CEO, assumed the position as MCW’s sixth President on July 1, 2010. He was previously Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC).

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Leadership

MCW’s leaders exemplify the meaning of these words. Their diverse and extensive backgrounds reflect the dynamic, innovative spirit of the institution, while their collective expertise helps strengthen MCW’s culture of philanthropy and collaboration and carry out the singular mission of health advancement in our communities.

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Board of Trustees

The elected members of the Medical College of Wisconsin’s Board of Trustees are business executives, philanthropists and distinguished community leaders, pooling their wealth of knowledge and experience to enhance our mission and help shape our future.

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Named Faculty Positions

MCW faculty members who hold named deanships, chairs or professorships. Their names and titles are listed in a form appropriate for first reference.

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Notice of Compliance with Laws and Commitment to Civil Rights

The Medical College of Wisconsin is committed to full compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations in the pursuit of our missions. Consistent with recent federal guidance, we affirm our commitment to individual merit, fairness, and equal treatment in all aspects of academic and institutional decision-making. As part of this commitment, we are actively reviewing our policies and materials to ensure they align with federal nondiscrimination obligations.

Contact Us

The Milwaukee Regional Medical Center is the main campus of the Medical College of Wisconsin.

General information
(414) 955-8296

 

Medical School
(414) 955-8246
medschool@mcw.edu

 

Graduate School
(414) 955-8218
gradschool@mcw.edu

 

Pharmacy School
(414) 955-7476
pharmacy@mcw.edu

Mailing Address
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8701 Watertown Plank Rd.
Milwaukee, WI 53226

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Non-Discrimination Statement
The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic. MCW’s policy as well as federal and state laws and regulations prohibit unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Notice of Compliance with Laws and Commitment to Civil Rights
The Medical College of Wisconsin is committed to full compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations in the pursuit of our missions. Consistent with recent federal guidance, we affirm our commitment to individual merit, fairness, and equal treatment in all aspects of academic and institutional decision-making. As part of this commitment, we are actively reviewing our policies and materials to ensure they align with federal nondiscrimination obligations.