Patient Care
Our highly active group of more than 1,500 faculty physicians represents more than 76 specialties and subspecialties in medicine and allied health.
As the School of Medicine’s clinical practice, Washington University Physicians is among the largest academic practices in the nation. Our broad network of specialists and scientists work across fields to translate new discoveries into better care.
For patients
One out of every three Best Doctors® in the St. Louis region is a Washington University Physician. We believe you deserve the best.
Despite our practice’s large size, clinical education occurs largely at individual patients’ bedsides and in one-on-one or small-group settings. This provides students ideal learning conditions: A diverse patient community in an intimate mentoring environment. Patients, in turn, benefit from closer attention and a team approach that considers multiple opinions before choosing the best path.
Partner hospitals and patient care centers
Washington University faculty physicians serve as the medical staff of Barnes-Jewish Hospital and St. Louis Children’s Hospital. Located on the Washington University Medical Campus, both are nationally ranked, world-class teaching hospitals with a strong network of in- and outpatient health care services.
Also on the medical campus, the Alvin J. Siteman Cancer Center at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Washington University School of Medicine is an international leader in cancer research, treatment, prevention and community outreach. Siteman is the only cancer center in Missouri to hold the National Cancer Institute‘s Comprehensive Cancer Center designation.
Discharges:
84,839
Barnes-Jewish and St. Louis Children’s hospitals, 2017
Outpatient visits:
1.1 million
2017
Oncology patients:
10,000
New Siteman Cancer Center patients annually
Our faculty care for patients at dozens of additional locations throughout the St. Louis region as well. Students and trainees may complete rotations at sites including Missouri Baptist Medical Center, Progress West Healthcare Center, Shriners Hospital — St. Louis and Veterans Administration Medical Center. In addition, medical students are encouraged to gain primary care experience in both rural and urban settings.
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Clinical trials
Patients of Washington University Physicians may have access to clinical trials and studies that are not available to the general population. Clinical studies help physicians and scientists develop new, potentially life-saving therapies and treatments. Before participating in a trial, patients are given a full explanation of the risks and benefits.
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