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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).

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Faculty speak at national OB-GYN conference
Faculty speak at national OB-GYN conference
Wednesday - March 11, 2026
Three USA Health physician-educators in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology presented their work on enhancing medical education and innovation at the 2026 Association of Professors of Gynecology and Obstetrics and the Council on Resident Education in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
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University of South Alabama joins national initiative to expand nutrition education in medical training
University of South Alabama joins national initiative to expand nutrition education in medical training
Wednesday - March 11, 2026
Building on its integrated nutrition and culinary medicine curriculum, the Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine has joined a national effort aimed at expanding nutrition education for future physicians.
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Future medical students take 'Second Look' at Whiddon College of Medicine
Future medical students take 'Second Look' at Whiddon College of Medicine
Monday - March 9, 2026
Hosted by the Whiddon College of Medicine Office of Admissions, the event provided accepted students with the opportunity to visit campus, explore the College more deeply, and gain a clearer understanding of the opportunities that await them as future medical students.
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