Stritch School of Medicine
Biomedical Sciences - Master’s and PhD Programs
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FAITH & MEDICINE
Physician’s Vocation Program
John Hardt, PhD, vice dean of professional formation and co-director of the Physician’s Vocation Program, reflects on the program’s roots in Ignatian spirituality and the integration of prayer, self-reflection, service, and education.
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ALUMNI SUCCESS
Stritch Alumna’s Journey from Medical Student to Emergency Medicine Chair
Shannon Lovett, MD, discovered her passion for medicine early and pursued Emergency Medicine for its fast-paced, high-stakes nature. A Stritch alumna, she returned to Loyola, becoming Chair of Emergency Medicine in 2024. She prioritizes clinical excellence, faculty development, and mentorship, shaping the next generation of physicians.
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Student Success
A Voice for the Underserved
Driven by a deep commitment to healthcare equity, Caylon Pettis, MD, MPH, turned personal experiences of injustice into a mission to advocate for underserved communities through psychiatry.
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OUR COMMUNITY
Stritch Students Honor Outstanding Educators with Annual Awards
As part of the annual Match Day program, the M4s honor exceptional faculty members with two Outstanding Educator awards. This year, students presented the awards to Theresa Kristopaitis, MD (Outstanding Classroom Educator) and Margaret Zhi-Yin Tsien, MD (Outstanding Clinical Educator) for their dedication to teaching and mentorship.
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Medical students by the numbers
44%
MATCHED IN PRIMARY CARE
9%
matched in Emergency Medicine
53%
matched locations in the Midwest
STORIES
NEWS
Loyola University Chicago Attains Highest Research Classification
“The R1 designation recognizes the impactful research we are already doing and positions us to fully realize the best version of ourselves and fully support our faculty in their innovative work," said Meharvan Singh, vice provost for research at Loyola. Loyola’s leading-edge research and innovative education programs support the development and implementation of solutions to complex challenges that face communities locally and globally. Read more.
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Molecular Pharmacology & Neuroscience Seminar
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Clinical Trials Day
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