Dean Mark Gladwin's Address to Students and Family at the 2022 White Coat Ceremony

At the White Coat Ceremony on August 5, Dean Gladwin delivered a compelling message in his remarks, emphasizing that “the work we do here matters.” Dr. Gladwin described how the Class of 2026 will face a dizzying array of “generational challenges,” including emerging pathogens, climate medicine, aging, obesity and diabetes, addiction, rise of big data, and post-pandemic disruptions such as economic challenges, gun violence and mental health issues. The University of Maryland School of Medicine serves as the anchor for a large academic health center which aims to provide the best medical education, conduct the most innovative biomedical research and provide the best patient care and community service to Maryland and beyond.