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Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine

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Admissions

Explore application requirements for the M.D. program and the Ph.D. in Basic Medical Sciences.

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Departments

Discover the Division of Medical Education and our basic sciences and clinical departments.

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Research

Learn about the diverse research opportunities available to students, faculty, residents and fellows.

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Our mission is to provide innovative research, education, and clinical care in a culture of excellence, discovery, and scholarship to the next generation of physicians, scientists, and educators to advance patient-centered and equitable healthcare.

As a member of the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), the Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine delivers comprehensive, accredited education across the medical training continuum. The College offers a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) program accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) and a Ph.D. program in Basic Medical Sciences through the University of South Alabama Graduate School. USA Health residency and fellowship programs are affiliated with the College and accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME).

The future of medical education and research

Construction of a 295,000-square-foot Whiddon College of Medicine building is under way and will bring research and education together under one roof. The new facility, scheduled to open in 2027, will provide a 21st century, interactive learning environment for our students and faculty and foster best practices in teaching the next generation of physicians and scientists. 

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The 2024-2027 COM Strategic Plan [PDF]

The 2023-2024 Annual Report [PDF]

 

  Latest News
Meet a Med Student: Brianna Gilner
Meet a Med Student: Brianna Gilner
Wednesday - March 25, 2026
A native of Atlanta, Brianna Gilner is involved several organizations, including the OB/GYN Interest Group and Student National Medical Association, and has participated in research on social determinants of health.
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Molokhia promoted to chair of the Department of Family Medicine
Molokhia promoted to chair of the Department of Family Medicine
Wednesday - March 25, 2026
Ehab Molokhia, M.D., has been named chair of the Department of Family Medicine, following a distinguished career of leadership in clinical care, education, and community health. Molokhia is also a professor of family medicine at the Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine.
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USA study sheds light on immune response behind lung damage in rare disorder
USA study sheds light on immune response behind lung damage in rare disorder
Tuesday - March 24, 2026
The research, led by Robert Barrington, Ph.D., professor of microbiology and immunology, focused on neutrophils, white blood cells that act as one of the immune system's first responders.
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