Join us for 15th Annual Bucksbaum-Siegler Institute Symposium

Join the Bucksbaum-Siegler Institute for Clinical Excellence for its 15th Annual Symposium, bringing together clinicians, educators, researchers, and leaders committed to advancing clinical excellence and strengthening the patient-physician relationship.

The symposium will explore the ideas, practices, and innovations that shape exceptional patient care, with opportunities to learn from distinguished speakers, exchange perspectives, and engage with colleagues who share a commitment to improving health care through communication, education, and research.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the conversation.
Use the QR Code to register for 15th Annual Bucksbaum-Siegler Institute Symposium.

Date: Friday, October 23, 2026
Location: CCD7850

Season 5 of the Clinical Excellence Podcast is out now!

The Clinical Excellence Podcast is back! Season 5's premiere is out now!
Join host Adam Cifu as he sits down with UChicago Medicine Physician, Doriane Miller to talk about Humanities in Medicine. Link below

The 2026 Clinical Excellence Award Honoree

We are thrilled to announce that Emory School of Medicine Professor, Dr. Shelly-Ann Fluker has been named as the 2026 Clinical Excellence Award Honoree. Dr. Fluker's unwavering commitment to underserved communities, innovative hepatitis C care, and dedication to training the next generation of physicians are just some of the many reasons why she was hosen for this year's award.

CEST Scholars Gather for Small-Group Discussion with Dr. Mecker Möller

Students in the Bucksbaum-Siegler Institute’s Clinical Excellence Scholars Track (CEST) recently gathered for a small-group discussion led by Dr. Mecker Moller. Through mentorship and case-based dialogue, CEST cultivates the next generation of physicians committed to empathy, trust, and excellence in the doctor–patient relationship.

Opportunity for UChicago Health-Professions Undergraduates

Applications are now open for the 2026–27 Clinical Excellence Scholars Track (CEST), a longitudinal program for undergraduate students that integrates clinical exposure, mentorship, and patient-centered medicine training. Over the last decade, more than 125 students have earned transcript designations through this track, contributing more than 11,000 volunteer hours at the University of Chicago Medicine. Click the link below to apply now.

The Clinical Excellence Podcast

Please join Dr. Adam Cifu and Dr. Matt Sorrentino for a deep dive into critical concepts and components of the doctor-patient relationship, all in an effort to improve clinical care.
New episodes of the Clinical Excellence Podcast are uploaded every other Tuesday. Listen now!

The Bucksbaum Institute for Clinical Excellence

The Bucksbaum Institute for Clinical Excellence was created to improve patient care; to strengthen the doctor-patient relationship; to enhance communication and decision-making in health care through research and education programs for medical students, junior faculty, and master clinicians; and to reduce health care disparities.