Admissions
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Departments
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Research
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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.
The Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine's Compact Between Teachers and Trainees in Medicine and Biomedical Sciences [PDF] highlights our commitment to professionalism.
The Whiddon College of Medicine is a member of the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). The College offers two degree programs. The M.D. program is accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME). The Ph.D. program in Basic Medical Sciences is one of the doctoral programs in the University of South Alabama Graduate School. USA Health residency and fellowship programs are affiliated with the College and are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME).
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