Whether you are looking for Continuing Medical Education opportunities or a chance to rekindle friendships, reminisce, reflect or just celebrate, Medical Alumni Reunion Weekend offers something for everyone!  The celebration begins with a reception at the Detroit Institute of Arts on Friday night, followed by a full day of activities, including CME, lunch, school tours, class receptions, dinner, award ceremony and dancing Saturday.  The festivities conclude Sunday with an informative and entertaining bus tour of Detroit.  Click here for more information and to register.

The White Coat Ceremony is a pivotal moment marking the beginning of a student's journey into medical education and a lifelong career in healing. The WSU Medical Alumni Association offers you the opportunity to be part of this respected tradition by sponsoring a white coat for a member of the incoming Class of 2022. Click here to learn more.

Throughout his distinguished career, Kouchi Tanaka '49, M.D. '52, has been inspired by learning. A world-renowned hematologist, Dr. Tanaka has spent decades conducting research and mentoring generations of students. It was his dedication to education that inspired Dr. Tanaka and his wife, Grace Tanaka, to establish the Dr. Kouchi R. and Mrs. Grace M. Tanaka Endowed Scholarship at the Wayne State University School of Medicine. Read more.

The Robert R. Frank Student-Run Free Clinic offers full-service, free, quality primary and preventive care to uninsured patients in Detroit. Funds raised from the golf outing will be used to purchase medication, laboratory services, and equipment that will allow the clinic to operate and expand in the coming year. This year's golf outing will be held June 23 at the beautiful Chandler Park in Detroit.  Click here for more information and to register.

The Wayne State University School of Medicine will host a black tie gala, "A Sesquicentennial Celebration," recognizing our 150-year history of urban clinical excellence and community outreach in the heart of Detroit.  The gala will take place Sept. 22 at MGM Grand Detroit. During the event, we will honor distinguished alumni and community members with the 2018 Ambassador, Trailblazer and Distinguished Community Service awards.  Musical entertainment will be provided by the popular, local tribute band Fifty Amp Fuse.  Click here for more information and to register.

Dues generated through the Medical Alumni Association membership program support student outreach activities and organizations that promote leadership and professional growth. One such organization is Street Medicine Detroit.  In 2017 alone, SMD conducted 93 street runs, utilizing 163 student volunteers, while treating 397 patients who otherwise would not have received medical attention. If you are not a member of the Medical Alumni Association and are interested in making an impact, click here for more information and to join! Pictured above is WSU Medical Alumni Association Board member and alumna Hanh Nghiem, M.D. ’87.

With clients like Sofia Vergara, Rick Yune and David Boreanaz, dermatologists Dr. Sid Danesh and his wife Dr. Gina Danesh are held to the highest of standards. A two-time resident alumnus of the Wayne State University School of Medicine, Dr. Sid Danesh credits his time at Wayne State as one of the reasons for his career success. Read more.

On April 17, the Wayne State University School of Medicine Alumni Association hosted its first “Transition to Practice” seminar.  Residents from the Detroit Medical Center, Henry Ford, Beaumont and Crittenton hospitals enjoyed dinner and a presentation by Susan Sanford, a resident outreach specialist. The seminar was intended to provide practical information to help make the transition from residency to practice as smooth and seamless as possible. Topics covered included what to expect during a site interview, best practices for updating a CV and what to look for in employment contracts. Based on the overwhelmingly positive response from the attendees, this will be an annual event. If you are interested in participating in future seminars, please contact Nicole Vanbiesbrouck at nvanbies@med.wayne.edu.

For 150 years, the Wayne State University School of Medicine has educated many of the top physicians and medical researchers in the country.  To recognize and honor these remarkable individuals, a Notable Alumni section is featured on the alumni website.  Click here to read about the more than 130 alumni who have been profiled, and check back often as we expand the list.  We welcome recommendations, so if you or someone you know meets the criteria for inclusion, please submit a nomination form.

LaQuandra Nesbitt, M.D. '03, M.P.H.  Read more.

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