Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine

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.

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).

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The 2024-2027 COM Strategic Plan [PDF]

The 2023-2024 Annual Report [PDF]

Doctoral candidate represents USA at regional 3MT competition

Monday - March 16, 2026

After earning first place at the University of South Alabama's Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition, Ph.D. candidate Sayema Naaz advanced to represent the university at the regional competition hosted by the Council of Southern Graduate Schools during its annual meeting in Baton Rouge.

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Beyond the Bench: Faculty panel explores pathways to careers in academia

Monday - March 16, 2026

Graduate students in the Basic Medical Sciences program recently gathered for another session in the Beyond the Bench: Mapping Your Career DNA professional development series, which featured a faculty panel focused on careers in academia.

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Staff recognized for excellence at annual awards breakfast

Thursday - March 12, 2026

Six staff members were honored during the Whiddon College of Medicine Staff Recognition Awards on Friday, March 6. Hosted by the Dean's Office, the awards were presented during a special breakfast in the Dean's Conference Room.

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