Ebony Boulware, MD, MPH, Dean of Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Chief Science Officer and Vice Chief Academic Officer of Advocate Heath, is committed to leading educational and research collaborations as the academic core of one of the largest academic learning health systems in the country. 

Igniting passion, guiding purpose.

Welcome to Wake Forest University School of Medicine! As Dean, I’m thrilled to introduce you to our vibrant academic community—one that values collaboration, curiosity, and a deep commitment to service. With a proud tradition of training compassionate and skilled physicians, our programs are designed to foster intellectual growth, professional excellence, and lifelong learning. Whether your path leads to primary care, surgery, research, or healthcare leadership, we are here to support your journey every step of the way.

Our MD program spans two campuses in Winston-Salem and Charlotte, North Carolina, offering distinct educational experiences to match individual student goals. In Winston-Salem, students engage in a dynamic blend of small and large group learning and benefit from access to world-class research opportunities. Our Charlotte campus features a problem-based learning model that emphasizes hands-on clinical experiences in a variety of settings.

At Wake Forest, we believe in the power of connection. We are committed to cultivating a supportive environment where students from all walks of life feel valued and equipped to thrive—personally and professionally. Here, you’ll find a place where your voice matters, your growth is encouraged, and your contributions help shape the future of medicine.

Welcome to a place where every journey matters—and together, we pursue excellence with purpose and heart.

2024 State of the School Dean's Address

Dean Ebony Boulware, MD, gave her first Wake Forest University School of Medicine State of the School address and shared so many amazing things happening -- ranging from the new "One School Two Campuses" model, outstanding achievements in education, research funding growth, implementation of ground-breaking innovations and translation of discoveries into Advocate Health clinical care. Poised to significantly advance the health and healing of patients and communities, the dean is shared achievements of the outstanding faculty, staff, students, teammates and colleagues.

2023 Nursing Graduation

Wake Forest University School of Medicine is proud to congratulate all of our 2023 academic nursing program graduates.

Welcoming our New Medical Students with White Coats

Recently, we proudly welcomed 145 new medical students during our White Coat Ceremony – a cherished tradition that marks the beginning of a student's journey to become a physician. Before the ceremony, a few students – Latiyuana, Jaelen and Lucy – shared how excited they are to start medical school and what the white coat means to them.

A Season of Celebration

It has been a season of celebration with our medical, PA and biomedical graduate students taking the next exciting step in their academic journeys!

Watching the Class of 2023 graduate, surrounded by their families and friends, was truly a privilege – and such a proud moment for me as Dean. Seeing their energy, enthusiasm and outstanding talent take the stage reminded me just how exceptional our learners are – and the bright future they have ahead. 

 

Health Equity

Health equity touches everything we do as an academic learning health system. Whether we care for patients, train the next generation of healthcare professionals or discover breakthrough innovations, our mission is to help everyone achieve their best health.

Match Day Excitement 2023

Congratulations to our Wake Forest University School of Medicine Class of 2023 medical students on a successful Match Day! We gathered to celebrate our fourth-year students for reaching the next important step in their medical training. 

Meet Dean Boulware

A welcome message from Ebony Boulware, MD, MPH, Dean of Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Chief Science Officer and Vice Chief Academic Officer of Advocate Heath.
2024 State of the School Dean's Address
2023 Nursing Graduation
Welcoming our New Medical Students with White Coats
A Season of Celebration
Health Equity
Match Day Excitement 2023
Meet Dean Boulware