Monica L. Lypson, MD, MHPE

Monica L. Lypson, MD, MHPE is a prominent figure in medical education and currently serves as the Vice Dean for Education at Columbia University's Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons.12 She holds the position of Rolf H. Scholdager Professor of Medicine at Columbia University Irving Medical Center.3

Professional Background

Dr. Lypson has an extensive career in medical education and leadership:

• Prior to joining Columbia, she was a professor, Vice-Chair of Medicine, and Division Director of General Internal Medicine at The George Washington University School of Medical and Health Sciences.24
• She served as the Director for Medical and Dental Education for the Veterans Health Administration, overseeing undergraduate and graduate medical education across the nation.34
• At the University of Michigan Medical School, she held roles including Assistant Dean for Graduate Medical Education and Interim Associate Dean for Diversity and Career Development.4

Education and Training

Dr. Lypson's educational background includes:

• Medical degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
• Graduate medical training at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Internal Medicine - Primary Care
• Robert Wood Johnson Clinical Scholars program at the University of Chicago
• Master's in Health Professions Education from the University of Illinois at Chicago13

Research and Expertise

Her work focuses on several key areas:

• Innovations and improvements in health professions education and assessment
• Health equity and workforce diversity
• Faculty development
• Medical care delivery
• Provider communication skills3

Dr. Lypson has published over 100 peer-reviewed publications in top-tier medical education journals.3 Her research interests include resident assessment, historical and contemporary trends in medical education, academic leadership, and the underrepresentation of minorities in academic medicine.4

Leadership and Recognition

• Served as President of the Society of General Internal Medicine from 2021-20223
• Held national roles with organizations such as the Accreditation Council of Graduate Medical Education, the Association of American Medical Colleges, and the National Board of Medical Examiners3
• Recipient of various awards, including the Edithe J. Levit Distinguished Service Award from the National Board of Medical Examiners3

Dr. Lypson is committed to creating and supporting the academic careers of faculty members interested in the intersection of education, patient-centered care, and research.2 Her leadership at Columbia University focuses on overseeing all aspects of the MD program, including admissions, financial aid, student affairs, curricular affairs, and student research.5