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School of Medicine CurriculaDoctor of Medicine Doctor of MedicineWith an undergraduate student body of 1,120 and an average class size of 280, the Indiana University School of Medicine (IUSM) is the nation’s second largest medical school. As the only medical school in the state of Indiana, IUSM is committed to producing knowledgeable, skilled and caring physicians. Recognizing that the art of medicine requires more than excellent medical knowledge and procedural skill, IUSM was among the first of a growing number of schools in the nation to adopt an innovative curriculum designed to support student development in nine areas of competency: (1) Effective Communication; (2) Basic Clinical Skills; (3) Using Science to Guide Diagnosis, Management, Therapeutics and Prevention; (4) Lifelong Learning; (5) Self-Awareness, Self-Care and Personal Growth; (6) The Social and Community Context of Health Care; (7) Moral Reasoning and Ethical Judgment; (8) Problem Solving; and (9) Professionalism and Role Recognition. Additional information about the curriculum can be found at meca.iusm.iu.edu/ The School of Medicine, in cooperation with other institutions of higher learning, has expanded educational opportunities for first-and second-year students on several campuses throughout Indiana. Matriculants begin their first two years of study at one of nine campus locations throughout Indiana including:
All students come together in Indianapolis for the third and fourth years of study. IUSM course and non-course work reflect the competency focus. Small group work emphasizes foundational science content along with communication, problem-solving, and lifelong learning. Introduction to Clinical Medicine courses address clinical, social, behavioral, and basic sciences in addition to communication, professionalism, medical ethics, cultural diversity, and spirituality. Year one focuses on the physician-patient relationship through interaction with faculty and patients in a variety of settings. In year two, the competencies are increasingly integrated into patient care through direct patient contact at the bedside. Students demonstrate their developing competencies in various settings, including Objective Structured Clinical Examinations with standardized patients trained to present specific health problems and give students immediate feedback. In year three, student learning in the competency areas is furthered through the medical care programs of the hospitals. During clinical clerkships students assume increasing responsibility for all aspects of patient care. Clerkship opportunities range from preventive medicine and outpatient care through emergency services, general hospital ward work, and specialized medical services. The annual AAMC Graduation Questionnaire indicates that students value the exposure to a wide variety of hospitals, patient populations, and clinical experiences that is available in Indianapolis. Fourth-year students widen their experience through three required clerkships, advanced-level projects in three of the nine competency areas, and six months of elective study. Students may choose from electives in basic and clinical science departments, hospital systems in and beyond Indianapolis, private practice preceptorships, or foreign study. The formation of a physician’s professional identity is not accomplished solely through the formal curriculum. Learners also assimilate patterns of relating what they experience in the social environment, or informal curriculum, during their training. In 2003, IUSM began a three-year process of self-study and organizational development known as the Relationship-Centered Care Initiative (RCCI). The School is working to transform the informal curriculum to foster relationship in all aspects of medical school and practice. The desired outcome is a culture that consistently reflects the ethical, professional, and humane values expressed in the formal curriculum. Additional information about RCCI can be found at http://meca.iusm.iu.edu/Resources/RCCIInfo.htm. The school follows an evaluation system that includes both course and competency grades. The course grading system includes grades of honors, high pass, pass, and fail. Achievement of the nine competencies is tracked and documented each year, culminating in a competency transcript upon graduation. The competency grading system is satisfactory or non-satisfactory. In order to graduate, students must pass all course and competency requirements (all nine competencies at Levels 1 and 2 and three selected competencies for Level 3) and Steps 1 and 2 (Clinical Skills and Clinical Knowledge portions) of the United States Medical Licensing Examination. Graduate ProgramsBasic Medical Sciences Programs Basic Medical Sciences ProgramsThe Indiana University School of Medicine (IUSM) faculty at Indianapolis, in collaboration with the University Graduate School, offers students an opportunity to pursue an M.S. or Ph.D. in anatomy and cell biology, biochemistry and molecular biology, cellular and integrative physiology, medical and molecular genetics, medical biophysics and biomolecular imaging, medical neuroscience, microbiology and immunology, pathology and laboratory medicine, pharmacology, and toxicology. The Medical Science program (Bloomington) has programs in anatomy, pathology, pharmacology, and physiology. All incoming Indianapolis Ph.D. students participate in a common first year community of students: the IUSM BioMedical Gateway (IBMG) program provides a common first year curriculum, choice of laboratory rotation experiences, and the freedom to join any available program at the end of the first year. The requirements for the M.S. or Ph.D. degree as well as course offerings of the graduate programs in basic biomedical sciences are detailed in the Graduate School Bulletin online at www.indiana.edu/~bulletin/iu/grad/2007-2008/. In addition, specialized M.S. degree programs are available in biotechnology, clinical research, genetic counseling, and pathologists assistant. A graduate certificate in biotechnology also is available. Combined Degree ProgramsThe School of Medicine and the University Graduate School offer selected students an opportunity to pursue specific Ph.D., M.B.A., M.A., or M.P.H. degrees, concurrently or sequentially, with a coordinated and flexible program leading also to the M.D. degree. The combined degree program is designed to meet the student’s particular objectives and needs and is planned by the student and an advisory committee of faculty representing the School of Medicine and the respective graduate school program. Programs at Indianapolis are available in anatomy and cell biology, biochemistry and molecular biology, cellular and integrative physiology, medical and molecular genetics, medical biophysics and biomolecular imaging, medical neuroscience, microbiology and immunology, pathology and laboratory medicine, pharmacology, and toxicology. Programs at Bloomington are available in the basic medical sciences, humanities, and social studies. The combined degree programs are also available through the graduate schools of Purdue University and Notre Dame University. Entry into a combined degree program requires approval of both the School of Medicine and the University Graduate School. The Indiana University School of Medicine has established the Indiana Medical Scientist Training Program for fellowship and tuition support of students in the combined M.D./Ph.D. program at Indianapolis. A faculty committee nominates students for the program based on commitment to a career as a physician scientist, research experience, undergraduate grade point average, and MCAT scores. Information can be obtained from the Graduate Division of the School of Medicine. Completion of the program entails meeting all requirements for both degrees. Many non-clinical courses of the curriculum of the School of Medicine satisfy course requirements for both degrees, and credit given for graduate study may fulfill some of the School of Medicine requirements. The combined degrees may thus be acquired in less time than would be required if both were taken separately. A minimum of 90 credit hours of graduate study is required for the combined Ph.D./M.D. degree. A maximum of 30 credit hours of School of Medicine courses may count toward the Ph.D. degree. Master of Science in Medical Science ProgramThe Master of Science in Medical Science (M.S.M.S.) Program at Indiana University School of Medicine (I.U.S.M.) offers a unique academic opportunity in medical education to medical school applicants from especially disadvantaged backgrounds. Students aspiring to careers in medicine at times require additional skill-building experience and an enhanced knowledge of learning strategies. Some students who are not admitted to the medical program at I.U.S.M. on their first attempt may be invited to enroll in the M.S.M.S. Program. Others seeking direct admission can complete and submit the program’s application for admission. The M.S.M.S. Program’s two-year academic experience includes 36 credit hours of didactic instruction, laboratory experience, problem-based learning, and guided research. Students must maintain a grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in order to earn the M.S.M.S. degree. Students may apply to medical school during their first or second year in the program. Thus, those admitted to medical school after the first year are not required to complete the academic requirements for the M.S.M.S. degree. For additional information, contact: Student ResearchThe broad range of interdisciplinary faculty research programs in clinical and basic medical science fields provides outstanding opportunities for student participation in research. Direct fellowship support for the student is available through the Student Research Program in Academic Medicine Committee. In addition, many students participate in faculty projects as research assistants.
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