Student Groups Directory

The ACE Inhibitors will serve WUSM’s mission statement by promoting the health and wellbeing of trainees, as well as fostering inclusion and connectedness among medical students, other WUSM trainees and students, and faculty across levels. We will accept people of all skill and experience levels and lower the barriers to entry for tennis.

The Aerospace Medical Student and Resident Interest Group (AMSRO) is the educational branch of the Aerospace Medical Association, the international organization of physicians caring for astronauts, divers, and pilots.

AI in Medicine, AIM, is a student-led organization dedicated to advancing the understanding and integration of artificial intelligence in medicine. Our mission is to foster an interdisciplinary community of scholars passionate about AI, equipping them with the knowledge and tools to revolutionize the healthcare sector. We aim to stimulate intellectual curiosity and provide practical AI education through workshops, guest lectures, research projects, and discussions about ethical considerations in AI in medicine.

At WashU, AIM serves as an enriching platform that enhances student life by cultivating a space for innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. We believe that the future of medicine is intertwined with the capabilities of AI and it is essential for the next generation of medical professionals to be well-versed in this field. By participating in our club, students will have the opportunity to stay at the forefront of emerging medical technology trends, build valuable networks with like-minded peers and professionals, and contribute to cutting-edge research. Through these experiences, AIM strives to empower WashU School of Medicine students to become pioneering leaders in the intersection of AI and healthcare.

The WUSM student chapter of the American Medical Association (AMA) serves as a patient and medical student advocate, supports volunteer work in the St. Louis community and sponsors educational events to foster creative discussion among medical students.

WUSM’s chapter of the American Medical Women’s Association (AMWA) is an organization which functions from the local to international level to advance women in medicine and improve women’s health.

The Anesthesiology Interest Group (AIG) is a student organization dedicated to providing medical students with opportunities to learn more about and experience the field of anesthesiology.

The goal of Art to Heart is to foster artistic expression by students, faculty and staff at the medical school in a way that adds richness to the medical school community.

The Asian-Pacific American Medical Student Association (APAMSA) is dedicated to advocating quality health care for the Asian-Pacific American (APA) community, increasing awareness of APA health issues, providing outreach opportunities for APA med students, and celebrating diversity of Asian cultures.

The Association of Women Surgeons (AWS) group would focus on bringing together female students with an interest in surgery and female surgical residents and faculty. Through presentations, panel discussion, and mixers, we hope to give students the chance to learn from the unique experience.

The purpose of the Cardiovascular Interest Group (CVIG) is to foster interest in and broaden students’ exposure to cardiology and cardiothoracic surgery.

CHOICES (Choosing Healthy Options In our Community, Environment, and Schools) for Youth in Detention is an innovative outreach effort dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of incarcerated teens.

Christian Medical Association (CMA) is a gathering place for students, international students & scholars, residents, and faculty in the School of Medicine, and is the Washington University chapter of the national organization CMDA.

The Clinical Research Journal Club (CRJC) is a regularly-meeting group to discuss the latest and greatest in clinical research, for students to learn about the frontiers of medicine and to hone their skills in analyzing clinical research.

The Societies were formed to facilitate interactions between medical students and faculty outside the classroom. Learn more about the Cori Society.

The Culinary Medicine Program is the nutrition branch of the Health Outreach Programs (HOPS). Medical students lead a course at Lifewise about healthy eating. Additionally, culinary medicine hosts talks about nutrition related topics.

The Dementia Understanding and Outreach (DUO) fosters interest in geriatric medicine, engages in community outreach with local older adult organizations, and partners with the Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center for the Dementia Understanding Opportunities program.

The Dermatology Interest Group (DIG) was founded in order to provide medical students with opportunities to explore the field of dermatology throughout their medical education.

The purpose of the Washington University Emergency Medicine Interest Group (EMIG) is to foster interest in and provide information pertaining to the field of emergency medicine. The group sponsors a variety of activities, including SimWars and workshops.

The ENT/Otolaryngology Interest Group (ENTIG) aims to foster appreciation and interest in the vast scope of work done by Ear, Nose and Throat specialists. Join us for opportunities to network and learn more.

The Societies were formed to facilitate interactions between medical students and faculty outside the classroom. Learn more about the Erlanger Graham Society.

Family Medicine Interest Group (FMIG) is dedicated to promoting primary care and family medicine at WashU. We host lunch talks, networking events, and offer shadowing opportunities throughout the year.

The Gastroenterology Interest Group (GIG) is a student interest group focused on the field of Gastroenterology. Our goals include exposing medical students to GI and facilitating relationships with faculty.

Giving a Boost (GAB) is a volunteer-driven organization established to support pre-medical students lacking access to mentors in medicine. Comprised of current medical students, our goal is to provide free personalized mentorship to students from all backgrounds. By offering guidance on medical school applications free of cost, we aim to alleviate the financial burden, reduce disparities in the application process, and help create a diverse group of future physicians. While we cannot assure that our services will guarantee acceptance into medical school, we aim to reduce the stress of applications for our mentees, and we volunteer our time to provide the guidance that we ourselves wished for during this journey.

Global Health & Medicine (GH&M) is WUSM’s global health related student group. GH&M exposes medical students to a career in global health through its annual symposium, close interactions with global health faculty, and seminar opportunities. More information on this group can be found here.