Phase I Overview

The first two years are organized into nine blocks that combine foundational sciences with early clinical skills. Year One begins with an orientation week, followed by Intro to Doctoring; Molecular & Cellular Medicine; Infection, Blood, & Immunity; Respiration & Circulation; Muscles and Movement, and concludes with an elective during the Summer Break. Year Two continues with educational blocks in Gastrointestinal & Renal; Reproduction, Development & Sexuality; and Brain, Mind, & Behavior. Year Two concludes with a CBSE/OSCE exam, followed by USMLE Step 1 Preparation, an Inter-Session, and a four-week Transition to Clerkships. Scholarly Enrichment and Reflection (SER) periods are included between major blocks to support research and professional development. Breaks are scheduled during the year.

Phase II Overview - Year 3

In year three, students take required clerkships in core clinical disciplines: Family Medicine; Obstetrics & Gynecology; Internal Medicine; Neurology; Psychiatry; Surgery, and Pediatrics. The Ethical Dilemmas in Medicine course runs throughout the third year. Breaks are scheduled during the year.

Phase II Overview - Year 4

The fourth-year curriculum allows students to design a personalized course of study. Students begin year four with USMLE Step 2 preparation followed by four four-week courses: Critical Care, a Sub-Internship, and a Rural Preceptorship (which may also be completed during the Family Medicine clerkship in Year 3). Students round out Year 4 with elective rotations, which may include up to three away rotations. Breaks are scheduled during the year.