5.5yr Pre-Med MD Program

Fast-Track Your Medical Career with Our 5-Year Pre-Med MD Program

Our 5.5-year Pre-Med MD program is designed for high-achieving high school graduates who want to become doctors faster. By combining pre-med courses with the MD curriculum, you can enter residency and start practicing by age 26.

Accelerate Your Path to Becoming a Doctor

This unique program begins with 4 accelerated semesters of pre-medical courses, which are then followed by the 4-year MD curriculum. The medium of instruction is English. For applicants who have completed any prior college/university level courses transfer credits may be awarded an admission specialist can provide further information.

Course Curriculum

Pre-Med Courses

Semester 1 (26 Credits)

● PM1108. General Biology
● PM1208. General Chemistry
● PM1304. Pre-calculus Math
● PM1403. English

Semester 2 (22 Credits)

● PM2108. Basic Anatomy and Physiology
● PM2208. Organic Chemistry
● PM2308. Physics

Semester 3 (22 Credits)

● PM3107. Introduction to Histology
● PM3204. Behavioral Sciences
● PM3306. Introduction to Biochemistry
● PM3404. Biostatistics
● PM3503. Introduction to Microbiology

Semester 4 (23 Credits)

● PM4108. Introduction to Anatomy
● PM4208. Introduction to Physiology
● PM 4303. Introduction to Immunology
● PM4502. Introduction to Physical Diagnosis
● PM4602. Medical Terminology

Basic Sciences: Building the Foundation for Your Medical Career

Our 19-month Basic Sciences curriculum is designed to give you a strong foundation in medical knowledge, preparing you for the clinical phase of your training. Spread across five semesters, this phase of your education covers 11 essential organ systems, providing in-depth understanding of human anatomy, physiology, and pathology.

Each semester is structured to provide a balance of theoretical learning and practical skills, ensuring you’re well-equipped for the challenges of clinical practice. With a focus on interactive learning and real-world applications, our Basic Sciences program is the ideal starting point for your medical career.

Basic Science Courses

MD 1 Semester (28 credit hours)

● MD 1001: Foundational Principles of Basic Sciences (13 credit hours)
● MD 1002: Musculoskeletal System (8 credit hours)
● MD 1003: Integumentary System (2 credit hours)
● MD 1004: Clinical Skills 1 (2 credit hours)
● MD 1005: Preventive Medicine, Public Health, and Quality Health Parameters (3 credit hours)

MD 2 Semester (27 credit hours)

● MD 2006: Nutrition and Metabolism (6 credit hours)
● MD 2007: Behavioral Sciences and Neurology (13 credit hours)
● MD 2008: Medical Ethics (2 credit hours)
● MD 2009: Clinical Skills 2 (2 credit hours)
● MD 2010: Preventive Medicine, Public Health, and Quality Health Parameters (4 credit hours)

MD 3 Semester (28 credit hours)

● MD 3011: Respiratory System (9 credit hours)
● MD 3012: Gastrointestinal System (9 credit hours)
● MD 3016: Hematology and Immunology (4 credit hours)
● MD 3014: Clinical Skills 3 (2 credit hours)
● MD 3015: Preventive Medicine, Public Health, and Quality Health Parameters (4 credit hours)

MD 4 Semester (30 credit hours)

● MD 4016: Cardiovascular System (10 credit hours)
● MD 4017: Renal System (4 credit hours)
● MD 4018: Endocrine and Reproductive System (10 credit hours)
● MD 4019: Clinical Skills 4 (2 credit hours)
● MD 4020: Preventive Medicine, Public Health, and Quality Health Parameters (4 credit hours)

MD 5 Semester (27 credit hours)

● MD 5021: Introduction to Clinical Medicine (12 credit hours)
● MD 5022: Review of Basic Sciences (15 credit hours)

Clinical Rotations

CC 1012 Internal Medicine (12 Weeks)

In this rotation, students gain hands-on experience working with adult patients across a range of disease processes. Key learning objectives include mastering medical history taking, enhancing physical examination skills, presenting cases effectively, developing differential diagnoses, and building a solid foundation in internal medicine. Student performance is evaluated through a clinical component (80%) and the NBME Shelf Exam (20%).

CC 2012 General Surgery (12 Weeks)

The goal of this rotation is to provide students with a broad exposure to surgery and a foundational understanding of the medical aspects of surgical care. While not a comprehensive surgery course, it focuses on the role of surgery in the care of hospitalized patients. Students will gain insight into common surgical conditions and develop a framework for independent learning. Additionally, the course emphasizes the development of basic manual skills such as suturing and knot tying. Student performance is evaluated through the Clinical Component (80%) and the NBME Shelf Exam (20%).

CC 1006 Pediatrics (6 Weeks)

This rotation is designed to introduce students to core principles of pediatric care, including common childhood illnesses, leading causes of death in children, and the stages of normal growth and development. Students will explore family-centered care and the variations in immunology, biochemistry, pathology, and physiology as children age. The course aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of pediatric health. Student performance is evaluated through the Clinical Component (80%) and the NBME Shelf Exam (20%).

CC 2006 Obstetrics/Gynecology (6 Weeks)

This rotation provides a foundational understanding of both normal and pathological conditions related to the female reproductive system, including menstruation, conception, and pregnancy. It also covers broader aspects of primary care for women, with a focus on preventive care and routine screening. Students will gain essential knowledge and skills to support comprehensive women’s health care. Student performance is evaluated through the Clinical Component (80%) and the NBME Shelf Exam (20%).

CC 4006 Family Medicine (6 Weeks)

This rotation provides medical students with hands-on experience in primary care, focusing on the evaluation, management, and prevention of a wide range of medical conditions across the lifespan, under the supervision of experienced physicians. The rotation emphasizes the role of family physicians as the primary point of contact for patients of all ages, encompassing pediatrics, adult medicine, and geriatrics in both outpatient clinics and inpatient hospital settings. Student performance is assessed through the Clinical Component (80%) and the NBME Shelf Exam (20%).

CC 3006 Psychiatry (6 Weeks)

This rotation focuses on the major psychiatric syndromes, providing students with the opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team. Students will learn to apply a bio-psycho-socio-cultural model in assessing and treating patients with psychiatric disorders. The course emphasizes comprehensive, holistic approaches to mental health care. Student performance is evaluated through the Clinical Component (80%) and the NBME Shelf Exam (20%).

Elective Rotations (24 Weeks)

Students can choose their specialty of interest from a list of the following specialties

● Anesthesiology
● Dermatology
● Gastroenterology
● Immunology
● Nephrology
● Oncology
● Rheumatology
● Cardiology
● Emergency Medicine
● Hematology
● Infectious Diseases
● Neurology
● Pulmonary