Each year, the Husky 100 recognizes 100 UW undergraduate and graduate students who are making a difference on campus, in their communities and for the future. Read on to meet 2025’s outstanding UW School of Medicine students.
Ryan Carlson
Puyallup, WA
BS in Neurobiology, Biochemistry (2015); PhD in Genome Sciences (2022); MD (2025)
My time at the UW has been defined by a dedicated to scientific discovery, advocacy and mentorship. In the lab, I helped to discover novel genes and variants causing hearing loss, I led translational studies that improved our understanding of cochlear implant outcomes and I traveled to the Middle East to meet with families with hereditary forms of deafness. In my ongoing journey to become a surgeon-scientist in the field of otolaryngology, I remain committed to connecting innovative research to clinical practice, mentoring future scientists and physicians and expanding equitable access to genetic therapies for hearing loss care worldwide.
Patrick Hewes
Colville, WA
Doctor of Medicine
Growing up homeless and in youth services, I often felt isolated struggling against the world. The UW School of Medicine has given me a family of close peers, friends and faculty, and has taught me to build foundations and strength from my adversities. With their support, I’ve advocated for reducing the financial burden of higher education on underserved populations and worked to enhance protections for vulnerable youth.
Growing up homeless and in youth services, I often felt isolated struggling against the world. The UW School of Medicine has given me a family of close peers, friends and faculty, and has taught me to build foundations and strength from my adversities.- Patrick Hewes
Shyanne King
Phoenix, AZ
PhD, Molecular Medicine & Mechanisms of Disease
I am a dedicated advocate for diversity, equity and inclusion in academia, driven by my experiences as a nontraditional, first-generation college student and my passion for translational cancer research. I have embraced leadership roles at the University of Washington, co-authoring policies to improve accessibility in medical training and coordinating Humans of Science, a support group designed to provide trainees with relatable examples of successful researchers navigating their careers through the lens of personal identity. Through my research and institutional advocacy, I am committed to advancing cancer therapies while fostering a more inclusive academic environment that empowers underrepresented voices in STEM.
Caleb Allred
Rexburg, ID
BS, MD
My background in global service and experiences living abroad primed me for my experiences in health care access research while a medical student here at the UW. Together with the otolaryngology team at Seattle Children’s Hospital, our efforts have included streamlining scheduling and increasing shared decision-making for our patients who speak a language other than English. Additionally, identifying surgical outcome inequities has allowed understanding of where we can improve; our publications have been nationally recognized and we hope they can continue to inform change nationwide.
Through my research and institutional advocacy, I am committed to advancing cancer therapies while fostering a more inclusive academic environment that empowers underrepresented voices in STEM.- Shyanne King
Katie Walker
Florence, KY
Master of Clinical Health Sciences (Physician Assistant)
Resilience has been a defining force of my journey to becoming a PA. My path has been shaped by personal and professional obstacles that have tested my determination but never diminished my resolve. Now, as I pursue my passion for medicine, I am driven by a deep desire to practice in rural and underserved communities, where care is most needed and where I know I can make the greatest impact. I am continually inspired by my classmates, whose intellect, strength and shared commitment to service have challenged me to think critically, stay curious and lead with heart. My UW experience has been a testament to compassion, connection and purpose, and I am eager to carry these lessons into the next chapter of my life.
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