The Health Law and Policy program at GW, situated in the nation's capital, offers an advantageous setting for studying health law, a rapidly expanding legal field. The curriculum emphasizes the pivotal role of law in shaping the U.S. health care and public health systems through comprehensive survey courses and seminars. Students delve into intricate topics such as federal regulatory processes, the interplay between federal and state regulations, and the dynamics between regulations and industry stakeholders. Furthermore, the program prioritizes understanding the impact of these legal frameworks on the health of individuals and populations while providing abundant externship, job placement, and research opportunities in Washington, DC.
GW Law's Health Law and Policy Program Announces the Debbie Gersh Fellowship
September 18, 2025
This new fellowship will afford students the opportunity to explore the intersection of privacy and health legal issues.
Meet GW Law's 2025-2026 Kahan Fellows
September 18, 2025
Six GW Law students were chosen as Kahan Health/FDA Law Fellows for the 2025-26 academic year.
Educating for the Future
August 14, 2025
EVEN BEFORE IT CONFERRED ITS FIRST law degrees, the George Washington University was a trailblazer in adapting and applying legal principles to issues shaping the future.
Discover a range of degree opportunities, a specialized concentration, and more in Health Law and Policy. Whether you're pursuing a JD, joint degree, or an MSL degree, our resources empower you to excel in this dynamic field.
Our program presents opportunities for both prospective and current students. Located in Washington DC, GW Law provides access to industry networking occasions, prestigious government internships, and immersive experiences enhancing the academic voyage for our students.
Our Health Law and Policy faculty stand at the forefront of their field, boasting elite credentials and extensive experience in shaping legislation and navigating complex health-related issues.
The Health Law and Policy program seeks to leverage GW's world class faculty, prime location in the nation's capital, and dynamic student body to equip the next generation of lawyers to become impactful leaders in the health law space.
“Essential Coverage” is dedicated to bringing to light contemporary and emerging issues in health law to foster dialogue among students, faculty, practitioners, and the public and to inspire interest in the discipline among GW Law students. It creates an “essential” space for education and advocacy on issues important to the GW health law community.
The Health Law and Policy program holds several events throughout the semester. Please check back for new events.
"Duke Health enters the Charlotte market, what does hospital expansion mean for the region?"
WFAE-FM "Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins" spoke to Barak Richman on the expansion of Duke Health into the Charlotte market and what it will mean for consumers.
"Duke Health sets its sights on statewide expansion"
North Carolina Health News quoted Barak Richman on the competition to market and the potential to lower prices for people in Charlotte, NC.
"Courts swat down states’ attempts to post the Ten Commandments in classrooms"
The Washington Times quoted Robert Tuttle predicting the Supreme Court justices won’t be eager to mess with a decade-old precedent limiting the display of the commandments.
"Proponents hope to make Ten Commandments next Supreme Court test of religion in schools"
The Hill quoted Robert Tuttle theorizing the Supreme Court will not take up Ten Commandments cases because it would be forced to “really confront radical change in Establishment Clause law.”
