Extraordinary leaders in general internal medicine
We deliver exceptional, equitable care; train outstanding physicians and scientists; and generate knowledge that transforms how we deliver healthcare.
Year at a glance
200+
Faculty
450+
Rotations for learners
650+
Patients seen a day
$10.2M
across 36 grants
In the Division of General Internal Medicine, we are the keystone of healthcare delivery and the backbone of medical education. Our faculty, through their ability to heal patients, train the next generation of physicians, and reimagine how care gets delivered through innovation and applied research, are a catalyst for good.
— Margaret L. McNairy, MD, MSc
David C. and Betty Farrell Professor of Medicine
Chief – Division of General Internal Medicine
What we do
The Division of General Internal Medicine advances healthcare through excellence in Ambulatory Medicine, Geriatrics, Hospital Medicine, General Medicine Research, and Unparalleled Training. Our nationally recognized faculty provide compassionate patient care, conduct innovative research, and educate the next generation of physicians and healthcare leaders. Through these missions, we are improving health outcomes for patients, families, and communities locally and beyond.
WashU Medicine publishes 38th edition of acclaimed textbook.
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Our faculty are executive editors of The Washington Manual of Medical Therapeutics — the No. 1 selling medical text book in the world.
Latest news
16th Annual Gateway Hospital Medicine Conference
Care of the Hospitalized Patient
Thursday – Friday, Sept. 24-25, 2026
Primary Care & Public Health: Transforming Health Through Partnership
Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026
9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
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