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Doctor of Medicine (MD) Program
Doctor of Medicine (MD) Program
College of Medicine Duration: 5 Years ECFMG Certified (USA)

Doctor of Medicine (MD) Program

The Doctor of Medicine (MD) is an internationally accredited 5-Year clinical medical degree modeled after North American medical curriculum standards. Combining organ-system based basic sciences with hands-on hospital rotations, this pathway prepares graduates for USMLE Step 1 & 2, PLAB (UK), and global medical licensure.

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Where You Can Study This Program

Accredited universities offering Doctor of Medicine Program across our priority Caribbean & Africa study-abroad destinations.

Key Program Features & Advantages

Integrated USMLE Step 1 & Step 2 CK preparation built into coursework
72+ Weeks of clinical clerkships in teaching hospitals in USA, UK, and Caribbean/Africa
WFME & CAAM-HP / HPCZ accredited curriculum with ECFMG eligibility
High-fidelity simulation centers & 3D virtual anatomy dissection labs

Detailed Academic Curriculum Structure

Years 1 & 2: Basic Medical Sciences
  • Gross Anatomy & Embryology
  • Medical Biochemistry & Genetics
  • Physiology & Neuroanatomy
  • Pathology & Immunology
  • Pharmacology & Therapeutics
Year 3: Pre-Clinical Bridge & Introduction to Medicine
  • Physical Diagnosis & Clinical Skills
  • Behavioral Science & Medical Ethics
  • Pathophysiology & Infectious Diseases
  • USMLE Step 1 Review Module
Years 4 & 5: Core Clinical Clerkships
  • Internal Medicine (12 Weeks)
  • General Surgery (12 Weeks)
  • Pediatrics & Adolescent Care (6 Weeks)
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology (6 Weeks)
  • Psychiatry & Neurology (6 Weeks)
  • Elective Specialty Clerkships

Global Licensing & Career Pathways

Career Opportunities
  • โ€ข Licensed General Practitioner / Medical Doctor
  • โ€ข Hospital Residency Training Candidate in USA (ACGME match), UK (NHS), Canada, or Africa
  • โ€ข Clinical Medical Research Specialist
  • โ€ข Healthcare Administrator & Public Health Consultant
Medical Council Recognition
  • ECFMG Certified (USA)
  • PLAB / GMC Registered (United Kingdom)
  • HPCZ Licensed (Zambia)
  • NMC / NLE Compliant

Admissions Eligibility & Entry Criteria

  • 01 Completion of High School / Grade 12 with Biology, Chemistry, and Physics (Minimum 60% average)
  • 02 Pre-Medical Certificate or A-Levels in Science subjects
  • 03 Successful Admissions Committee Interview

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the MD degree equivalent to MBBS?

Yes. The Doctor of Medicine (MD) is the standard primary medical qualification in the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean, fully recognized as equivalent to MBBS by global medical councils.

Q: Can I take USMLE Step 1 while enrolled in this program?

Yes, students are eligible to sit for USMLE Step 1 upon completion of Year 2 Basic Medical Sciences.

Q: What is the approximate annual tuition cost?

Approximate tuition is ~$12,000 USD per year, depending on scholarship eligibility and chosen campus location.

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