Welcome to the UW Department of Family Medicine's Office of Medical Student Education! We are committed to excellence in medical student education and to supporting students through all years of medical school.

Our group of faculty, staff, and community-based teachers are involved in all aspects of student education, from your required courses (PDS, GPP, PCC) and electives (4th year electives) to student organizations (MEDIC, DOC, FMIG). We also run some special programs to introduce you to the breadth of family medicine (Summer Research and Clinical Assistantship, Summer Externship), a procedures workshop, and an advising program for third and fourth year students.

So, take a few minutes to explore our website and get to know more about us and our programs. We think you will find that we have a lot to offer!

Mission Statement

1. Educate all medical students about the core principles of family medicine and the role of family physicians in the health care system.
2. Continue active leadership roles in medical school curriculum and program development.
3. Support student interest in family medicine careers and offer elective programs which increase student exposure to family medicine.
4. Conduct scholarship and research about family medicine education.
5. Work for continual improvement in all programs and activities.
6. Create a positive working environment by communicating, collaborating and developing supportive working relationships among family medicine faculty and staff.