Reimagining Medical Education with Dr. Sharmila Makhija
Reimagining Medical Education with Dr. Sharmila Makhija  
Podcast: Becker’s Healthcare Podcast
Published On: Tue Mar 10 2026
Description: In this episode, Sharmila Makhija, MD, MBA, founding dean and CEO of the Alice L. Walton School of Medicine, shares how the school integrates clinical training, the arts, and whole health principles. She discusses strategies to address rural physician shortages, foster student well-being, and prepare the next generation of doctors for the evolving healthcare landscape.