Awards & Recognition

Dr. Denise Willers Awarded Dean’s Impact Award for Dedication to Patient Care and Mentorship

Dr. Denise Willers, Associate Professor and Interim Chief of Academic Specialists in Obstetrics & Gynecology at Washington University School of Medicine, has been honored with a prestigious Dean’s Impact Award.

This recognition celebrates faculty who embody the compassion, innovation, and dedication necessary to advance clinical care, education, and research in ways that are both dynamic and deeply rooted in community engagement.

Dr. Willers exemplifies these values through her unwavering commitment to excellence in patient care, mentorship, and academic leadership. Her ability to inspire others while pushing the boundaries of what’s possible makes her a true asset to the School of Medicine.

The time, energy, and guidance that mentors and sponsors like Dr. Willers provide are often underrecognized—but they are vital to the growth and success of our academic community. Without leaders like her, we could not reach our full potential.

Congratulations, Dr. Willers, on this well-deserved honor!