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Jay L. Hess, MD, PhD, MHSA

Executive Vice President for University Clinical Affairs

Jay L. Hess MD, PhD, MHSA became Dean of the School of Medicine and Executive Vice President for University Clinical Affairs at Indiana University in September 2013. Read his full bio.

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Richard Brown champions diversity and inclusion at IU School of Medicine

As assistant director for diversity initiatives at IU School of Medicine, Richard Brown’s vision is for every member of the school community to do their part to improve diversity, equity and inclusion.

Jay L. Hess, MD, PhD, MHSA  |  Jun 22, 2022

Message from Dean Hess responding to recent national tragedies

As grocery stores, churches, schools—everyday places—are instantly transformed into hate-filled battlefields, we want the School of Medicine to be a place that is safe, diverse, welcoming and supportive of all.

Jay L. Hess, MD, PhD, MHSA  |  May 25, 2022

IU's Michael Davis embodies spirit of cooperation

Dean Jay Hess, MD, PhD, MHSA, recognizes Michael D. Davis, PhD, for embodying the IU School of Medicine core values.

Jay L. Hess, MD, PhD, MHSA  |  Feb 23, 2022

Staff member's respect supports IU School of Medicine recruitment efforts

Executive Recruiting Specialist Crissy Quenichet helps bring top talent to IU School of Medicine and embodies the core value of respect.

Jay L. Hess, MD, PhD, MHSA  |  Dec 14, 2021

Living the IU School of Medicine core values every day

Central to the Honor Code are the core values of the School of Medicine--excellence, respect, integrity, diversity and cooperation. As Dana Mitchell completes her studies at IU School of Medicine, her spirit of EXCELLENCE is a shining example of the very best in medicine.

Jay L. Hess, MD, PhD, MHSA  |  Oct 27, 2021

Dr. Patricia Treadwell named Special Advisor to the Dean, Chief Diversity Officer

In this new role, Dr. Patricia Treadwell will serve as a critical advisor to the dean on matters of diversity, equity and inclusion spanning all of the school’s mission areas.

Jay L. Hess, MD, PhD, MHSA  |  Jun 16, 2020

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at IU School of Medicine

Against a backdrop of over 100,000 Americans dying of COVID-19—many from underserved populations—the killings of Ahmaud Arbery in Georgia, George Floyd in Minnesota and other heartbreaking events highlight the depth of the racial inequalities and injustices that persist throughout our society.

Jay L. Hess, MD, PhD, MHSA  |  Jun 01, 2020

Did you miss the All-School Meeting?

While the novel coronavirus has redirected our priorities in recent months, there are many other noteworthy accomplishments of the past year.

Jay L. Hess, MD, PhD, MHSA  |  May 06, 2020

Standing together through COVID-19

In these unprecedented times, thank you for your dedication and resiliency. The people of IU School of Medicine have always stepped up to face big challenges. Together as a school, I am confident we will continue that proud tradition once again. That responsibility is now more important than ever.

Jay L. Hess, MD, PhD, MHSA  |  Mar 16, 2020

Celebrating three decades of global health leadership and announcing our next director

This past summer, my wife Robin and I made the long trip back to Eldoret, Kenya. There — a five-hour drive from Nairobi and a world away from Indianapolis — I found myself re-reading a sign I first encountered several years ago. Outside the Riley Mother and Baby Hospital — which delivers more than 12,000 […]

Jay L. Hess, MD, PhD, MHSA  |  Feb 03, 2020