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Shekar N. Kurpad, MD, PhD, FEL '01, Appointed as Seventh President and Chief Executive Officer of the Medical College of Wisconsin
The Medical College of Wisconsin’s Board of Trustees has unanimously appointed Shekar N. Kurpad, MD, PhD, FEL '01, as the institution’s seventh President and Chief Executive Officer, effective July 1, 2026. Dr. Kurpad currently serves as Professor of Neurosurgery and Senior Associate Dean, Neuroscience in the MCW School of Medicine, and Founding Director of the Wisconsin Institute of NeuroScience (WINS).
Dr. Kurpad succeeds John R. Raymond, Sr., MD, who served as President and CEO from July 1, 2010 – June 30, 2026. As of July 1, 2026, Dr. Raymond will commit his time to MCW as a member of the faculty of the School of Medicine and assist with Dr. Kurpad’s transition into his new executive leadership role.
Learn more about Dr. Kurpad
Medical College of Wisconsin
Every great life–changing discovery begins the same way–with new knowledge. It can change everything, from a single life to the future of entire communities. That’s why academic medicine, and the continuous pursuit of knowledge, is at the center of everything we do.
The Medical College of Wisconsin brings a synergy between the best medical education, research and patient care. Tomorrow’s discoveries happen right here alongside the very people who bring those lessons to our students. Every bit of knowledge, and every advancement, provides our students with an unprecedented, collaborative learning environment, and helps improve the vitality and care of our communities.
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Shekar N. Kurpad, MD, PhD, FEL '01, Appointed as Seventh President and Chief Executive Officer of the Medical College of Wisconsin
The Medical College of Wisconsin’s Board of Trustees has unanimously appointed Shekar N. Kurpad, MD, PhD, FEL '01, as the institution’s seventh President and Chief Executive Officer, effective July 1, 2026. Dr. Kurpad currently serves as Professor of Neurosurgery and Senior Associate Dean, Neuroscience in the MCW School of Medicine, and Founding Director of the Wisconsin Institute of NeuroScience (WINS).
Dr. Kurpad succeeds John R. Raymond, Sr., MD, who served as President and CEO from July 1, 2010 – June 30, 2026. As of July 1, 2026, Dr. Raymond will commit his time to MCW as a member of the faculty of the School of Medicine and assist with Dr. Kurpad’s transition into his new executive leadership role.
Learn more about Dr. Kurpad
Medical College of Wisconsin
Every great life–changing discovery begins the same way–with new knowledge. It can change everything, from a single life to the future of entire communities. That’s why academic medicine, and the continuous pursuit of knowledge, is at the center of everything we do.
The Medical College of Wisconsin brings a synergy between the best medical education, research and patient care. Tomorrow’s discoveries happen right here alongside the very people who bring those lessons to our students. Every bit of knowledge, and every advancement, provides our students with an unprecedented, collaborative learning environment, and helps improve the vitality and care of our communities.
Schools & Programs
Care Locations
Our Research
Recent Stories
View All Stories
Using AI, Researchers Develop New Tumor Marker for Pancreatic Cancer
April 15, 2026
The tool could help physicians understand how patients respond to treatment and determine when to change course.
View Story
Biohealth and Biotech in the Spotlight
April 9, 2026
Across Wisconsin, a growing network of partners is advancing innovation and positioning the state as a leader in the future of health.
View Story
Matching Dreams with Alumni Generosity
April 9, 2026
Hear from fourth year medical student Rachel Knoebl on Match Day as she reflects on her path to medicine and the impact of the Class of 1960 Scholarship.
View Story
MCW Experience Prepares Alum to Tackle Global Health Disparities
April 2, 2026
‘The beauty of global health is that it’s so reciprocal,’ says Jordan De La Hunt, MS ’25, who aims to propel her experience into a career in the field.
View Story
MCW Medical Students Celebrate During Match Day 2026
March 23, 2026
On March 20, graduating medical students discovered where they will complete the next step in their educational journey.
View Story
Showcasing Scientific Breakthroughs at Research Day 2026
March 19, 2026
Faculty, staff, and learners presented their discoveries while sparking new cross-disciplinary ideas.
View Story
Data Science Institute’s Monthly Coffee Hour Series Fosters Connections, Collaborations
March 17, 2026
The new initiative, launched last year, brings MCW’s cutting-edge data science research to the forefront of health in Wisconsin.
View Story
Healing, Then Helping: A Student-Athlete Finds His Path in Medicine
March 12, 2026
Guided by experience as both a patient and a researcher, first-year medical student Patrick Quinn is building his future as a physician at MCW.
View Story
New Treatment for Preeclampsia Being Tested to Improve Outcomes for Pregnant Women
March 5, 2026
A clinical trial supported by a Gates Foundation grant will study whether a supplement improves vascular function in patients with preeclampsia.
View Story
MCW Researcher Gearing Up to Improve Technology That Reveals Protein Shapes
March 3, 2026
Candice Klug, PhD '99, has a new $2.22 million grant to enhance electron paramagnetic resonance technology (EPR).
View Story
Theranostics and the ‘Next Wave’ of Cancer Treatment
February 26, 2026
Once an emerging science, this burgeoning field is now reshaping clinical care, redefining how cancer is visualized, measured, and treated.
View Story
Committed to Serving the Rural and Underserved
February 19, 2026
Inspired by disaster in his native Haiti, medical student Mike Mathieu plans a career focused on community and giving back.
View Story
Upcoming Events
View All
Apr
23
Eye Institute Vision Science Forum
Apr
25
Pharmacy Discovery Day
Apr
25
Care for the Cancer Caregiver
Apr
29
Milwaukee Neuroscience Research Retreat
May
6
Ophthalmology Grand Rounds
May
6
Neuroscience Research Center Seminar
© 2026
Medical College of Wisconsin
. All rights reserved. |
Terms and Privacy
|
Web Accessibility Statement
Non-Discrimination, Anti-Harassment, and Legal Compliance Statement
The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, military status, or other legally protected classification. MCW maintains full compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations in pursuit of our missions. Consistent with federal guidance, we affirm our commitment to individual merit, fairness, and equal treatment in all aspects of academic and institutional decision-making.
MCW's policies, federal and state laws, and regulations prohibit unlawful discrimination and harassment. Employees, learners, students, applicants, or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.