MCW Medical School News
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Matching Dreams with Alumni Generosity
Hear from fourth year medical student Rachel Knoebl on Match Day as she reflects on her path to medicine and the impact of the Class of 1960 Scholarship.
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MCW Medical Students Celebrate During Match Day 2026
On March 20, graduating medical students discovered where they will complete the next step in their educational journey.
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Healing, Then Helping: A Student-Athlete Finds His Path in Medicine
Guided by experience as both a patient and a researcher, first-year medical student Patrick Quinn is building his future as a physician at MCW.
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Committed to Serving the Rural and Underserved
Inspired by disaster in his native Haiti, medical student Mike Mathieu plans a career focused on community and giving back.
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From Observation to Action: Medical Student Builds Pathways to Equitable Care
A third-year MCW medical student turns early experiences with inequity into research, mentorship, and community-focused initiatives to expand access to quality care.
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Student’s Passion for Medicine Solidified Thanks to MCW Pathway Programs
M2 Kenisha Kounga participated in programs during high school and college, and volunteers with them today.
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Medical Student Presents Bone Regeneration Research at International Conference in Shanghai
Third-year student Kaleb Keener says the opportunity gave him the chance to connect with world leaders in craniofacial surgery.
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MCW Students Begin a New Year of Learning, Discovery, and Community Impact
This fall, more than 1,600 students began a new year of learning, discovery, and community impact at MCW. Across three schools and campuses, they joined a tradition of training future physicians, pharmacists, and scientists whose work strengthens health in Wisconsin and beyond.
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A Legacy That Opened the Door to Medical School
A donor’s legacy gift changed Stephanie Larson’s path to medicine—and is helping keep future physicians in Wisconsin.
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A Life in Service: Dr. Joshua Lieberman’s Journey from MCW to Military Medicine and Beyond
MCW alumnus Dr. Josh Lieberman shares his remarkable journey through military medicine, research, and lifelong service.
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Running for Resilience: Medical Students Honor Veterans and First Responders
MCW medical students Adam Plotkin and Geoffrey Rodriguez ran a 150-mile ultramarathon to honor veterans and first responders served by the BRAVE program.
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From Green Beret to M1
MCW student Pete Geurts spent nearly a decade as a U.S. Army Special Forces medic before transitioning to medical school.
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Medical Student Recognized as National Fellow for Community Health Leadership
Third-year student Justin Perez received a Campus Compact Newman Civic Fellowship in recognition of his dedication to creating positive social change.
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Medical College of Wisconsin Student Moves from Patient to Physician
First-year medical student Raina Mari De La Cruz brings her experience with congenital heart disease to her approach to care.
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Dr. Lisa Grill Dodson to Step Down From Leadership Role at MCW–Central Wisconsin
A tribute to Lisa Grill Dodson, MD, Sentry Dean and Founding Dean of MCW-Central Wisconsin.
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Medical College of Wisconsin Central Wisconsin Campus Announces Interim Dean
MCW is pleased to announce Matthew L. Hunsaker, MD, FAAFP, Founding Dean of MCW-Green Bay, as the Interim Dean of MCW-Central Wisconsin, effective June 1, 2025.
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Curiosity Fuels MCW Student’s Path to Match Day
Adrienne Davis' curiosity also drew her towards her long-term goal – becoming a doctor.
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MCW-Green Bay Graduate Integrates Small Town Values into Medical Career
Raised on a small family farm in Reedsville, Wisconsin, Elizabeth Abegglen grew up taking care of animals.
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First Generation College and Medical Student is Ready to Find her Match
A life-threatening brain injury to her sister inspired Lauren Beranek to pursue a career in medicine.
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Valentine’s Day Special: MCW Alumni Found Love on Campus
Meg and John met at the perfect time, as both entered a challenging stage of their lives.