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The Medical Scientist Training Program MD-PhD Admissions process

Stanford's MSTP is interested in identifying students with significant undergraduate research experience that would predict successful completion of a PhD program. In addition, our successful candidates must meet the standards expected of the very best MD candidates. The Stanford Medical Scientist Training Program admissions process utilizes the same application, process and all policies as the MD-only application. For information regarding the Stanford School of Medicine’s MD Admissions process, policies and eligibility, please visit the How to Apply page. For specific questions regarding the application process, please contact Stanford's MD Admissions directly at [email protected].

Updates to an application   will be accepted only after an applicant has been invited to interview . Interview decisions are made based on information submitted in the AMCAS application, Stanford Supplemental Application, and letters of recommendation.

It is important that we maintain a consistent and equitable standard for all applications to be considered with the same basis of information. If applicable, additional information can be submitted after the day of your interview.

When submitting additional information, please indicate that you have been interviewed or we may not include updates with your file. Acceptable updates include any significant developments in scholarly endeavors or projects, or additional letters of recommendation. Please do not send additional coursework or transcripts unless we have specifically requested such information from you.The MSTP admissions process begins with submission of the AMCAS application. When an AMCAS application is received by the Office of MD Admissions, the information and instructions for completion of Stanford's supplementary application are made available. Once the application file is complete, it is first reviewed by members of the MSTP Admissions Committee. If an applicant is not chosen for an MSTP interview, his/her file is automatically routed to the MD Admissions Committee for consideration.

Eligibility

Academic recommendations for the MSTP follow the same criteria as admission to the MD Program.  Please see the  MD Admissions website  for information on Stanford University's Medical School Admissions academic recommendations . 

If you have matriculated in an MD or PhD program at another institution, you are not eligible to apply to the MSTP. The Stanford MD and MST Programs do not accept applications from students applying for transfer.  Stanford PhD students are eligible to apply through the AMCAS MD application process. 

Stanford’s MSTP  recognizes that the Supreme Court issued a ruling in June 2023 about the consideration of certain types of demographic information as part of an admission review. All applications submitted during upcoming application cycles will be reviewed in conformance with that decision.

Stanford’s MSTP welcomes applications from individuals with a broad range of life experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds who would contribute to our community of scholars. The review process is holistic and individualized, considering each applicant’s academic record and accomplishments, letters of recommendation, prior research experience, and admissions essays to understand how an applicant’s life experiences have shaped their past and potential contributions to their field and how they might enrich the learning community at Stanford.

Students with disabilities are also encouraged to apply.  Students with disabilities actively participating in the various aspects of life at Stanford, are an essential part of our greater community. Stanford University has a strong commitment to maintaining a diverse and stimulating academic community, representing a broad spectrum of talents and experiences.  Stanford Medicine has a number of programs to support these goals. Both the Stanford School of Medicine and the Medical Scientist Training Program encourage those with diverse backgrounds and/or disabilites to apply. We do not discriminate and believe in the inclusion of all individuals. Our selection process is accessible for students with disabilities and reasonable and appropriate accommodations will be provided to ensure that people with disabilities have fair and equal opportunities to demonstrate their qualifications.

Admission to the Medical Scientist Training Program is contingent on acceptance to the Stanford University MD program, and the application process for both programs is collaborative.

Recommendation Letters

The MSTP Admissions Committee wants to see letters of recommendation from your research mentor, or mentors, addressing your experiences in the laboratory. A minimum of three and a maximum of six individual letters of recommendation is required. All letters must be written on official letterhead and signed by the recommender(s) or committee members. All letters of recommendation must be submitted through the AMCAS Letters Service. Please visit the AMCAS Letters Service site for instructions and more information.

International Students

The MSTP is not able to fund International Students . Stipend and tuition support from the MSTP can only be provided for U.S. citizens and permanent residents. Our federal funding restrictions do not permit us to support International Students. Unfortunately, self-support for PhD study is not an option.

Only International Students applying to the Knight-Hennessy Scholars program may also apply to the Stanford MSTP. If applying to Knight-Hennessy, International Students may apply to the MSTP MD-PhD track at Stanford.

An International Student can still pursue a dual degree MD-PhD program here at Stanford outside of the Knight-Hennessy Scholars Program. The applicant must apply and be admitted separately to both degree programs. It is possible to receive support for PhD study from the specific PhD department or program. Please contact the particular PhD Program directly for PhD application procedures. International Students may be eligible for Institutional Financial Aid. Information on applying for financial aid for the MD program is available here .

Knight-Hennessy Scholars

Join dozens of  Stanford MD and PhD students  who gain valuable leadership skills in a multidisciplinary, multicultural community as  Knight-Hennessy Scholars   (KHS). KHS admits up to 100 select applicants each year from across Stanford’s seven graduate schools, and delivers engaging experiences that prepare them to be visionary, courageous, and collaborative leaders ready to address complex global challenges. As a scholar, you join a distinguished cohort, participate in up to three years of leadership programming, and receive full funding for up to three years of your graduate studies at Stanford. Candidates of any country may apply. KHS applicants must have earned their first undergraduate degree within the last seven years, and must apply to both a Stanford graduate program and to KHS. Stanford PhD students may also apply to KHS during their first year of PhD enrollment. If you aspire to be a leader in your field, we invite you to apply. The KHS application deadline is October 11, 2023. Learn more about  KHS admission .

DACA or Undocumented Applicants

Stanford has actively supported the DREAM Act legislation since its introduction in 2001, which would enable undocumented students to continue their education and apply for citizenship.  Stanford also supports Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), an executive action signed by former President Barack Obama, which allowed some undocumented individuals who entered the United States as children to remain in the country.  We are among the more than 600 colleges and universities that have signed a letter in support of DACA.

Individuals who have been granted DACA at the time of application are eligible to apply and matriculate to Stanford Medicine.  Additionally, individuals who have met all other requirements and are otherwise undocumented are permitted to apply and matriculate to Stanford Medicine.  http://immigration.stanford.edu/

Equal Access to the School of Medicine’s Educational Program

Stanford Medicine intends for its students and graduates to become competent and compassionate physicians who are capable of entering residency training (graduate medical education) and meeting all requirements for medical licensure.

Stanford Medicine has an institutional commitment to provide equal educational opportunities for qualified students with disabilities who apply for admission to the MD degree program or who are enrolled as medical students. Stanford Medicine is a leader in student diversity and individual rights, with a strong commitment to full compliance with state and federal laws and regulations (including the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and California law (Civil code 51 and 54). A “qualified person with a disability” is an individual with a disability who meets the academic and technical standards requisite to admission or participation in Stanford Medicine’s educational programs, with or without accommodations. Admitted candidates with disabilities are reviewed individually, on a case-by-case basis, with a complete and careful consideration of all the skills, attitudes, and attributes of each candidate to determine whether there are any reasonable accommodations or available options that would permit the candidate to satisfy the standards.

Stanford’s Policy on Non-Discrimination

Stanford University admits qualified students of any race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or marital status to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the University. Consistent with its obligations under the law, Stanford prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law in the administration of the University's programs and activities; Stanford also prohibits unlawful harassment including sexual harassment and sexual violence. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding this nondiscrimination policy: Director of the Diversity and Access Office, Mariposa House, 585 Capistrano Way, Stanford University, Stanford, CA 94305-8230; (650) 723-0755 (voice), (650) 723-1791 (fax),  [email protected]  (email). Stanford’s Title IX Coordinator, Cathy Glaze, has been designated to handle inquiries regarding sexual harassment and sexual violence: Mariposa House (2nd floor), 585 Capistrano Way, Stanford, CA 94305, (650) 497-4955 (voice), (650) 497-9257 (fax),  [email protected] (email).

Stanford’s Institute of Equity and Access Office

The Office of Diversity and Access  within the Institute of Equity and Access is the campus office designated to work with Stanford students with disabilities, at both the undergraduate and graduate levels (including the professional schools). The Office provides a wide array of support services, accommodations, and programs to remove barriers to full participation in the life of the University. Institute of Equity and Access Office, Kingscote Gardens, 419 Lagunita Drive, 1st floor Suite 130, Stanford Univeristy, Stanford, CA 94305, Phone: 650-723-1066.

Diversity & Inclusion

Stanford’s MSTP recognizes that the Supreme Court issued a ruling in June 2023 about the consideration of certain types of demographic information as part of an admission review. All applications submitted during upcoming application cycles will be reviewed in conformance with that decision.

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More than just an MD and PhD spliced together, the Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP) offers comprehensive support and guidance, integrating academic excellence and flexibility to help you reach your career goals.

Many aspects of our program are flexible to meet individual needs, including the timing of the transitions from the MD phase to the PhD phase and back. At every stage of your MSTP, you will find faculty, staff and peers by and on your side through formal and informal mentoring and guidance.

Choose from traditional bioscience fields like cellular and molecular biology, or less traditional options like anthropology or history — we’re open to a variety of connections between medical research and a PhD that interests you. Since 1979, our graduates have enjoyed success in residency placements and outstanding careers in more than 20 fields.

The U-M Medical Scientist Training Program brings together the innovative excellence of our medical school and a diverse selection of top-ranked graduate programs.

The MSTP office provides assistance and academic support to the MSTP students. Our doors are always open!

At the U-M Medical School MSTP, we take great care in admitting the people we do, and we look forward to getting to know you.

The Medical School's curriculum maximizes learning in a clinical context, while the timing of the PhD is optimized to make the transitions smooth.

Joining the Medical Scientist Training Program at Michigan means more than just pursuing an MD and PhD simultaneously.

With a variety of social and academic activities ranging from monthly seminars and fellow-run journal clubs to career development discussion groups and annual off-site retreats, we create a collegial environment where our fellows can be happy and successful.

Students share their stories of working in research labs and facilities across campus and in the Medical Scientist Training Program at the University of Michigan.

We prepare a diverse group of exceptional physician scientist trainees to discover new knowledge, improve human health, and lead the way into the future of academic medicine."

The University of Michigan Medical School is committed to supporting physician scientists at all stages of their career. Our office provides programming and support throughout undergraduate, graduate and postdoctoral education.

UM-SMART is a program for those interested in obtaining a combined MD/PhD degree leading to a career in academic medicine as a physician-scientist.

The Michigan MSTP is a unique experience beyond just a simple pairing up of MD and PhD degrees. See what graduates have been up to over the past several years.

If you are interested in a career as a physician scientist with a primary focus on performing medically related research, then a combined MD/PhD program may be right for you.

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MD-PhD Program

Do you have a passion for caring for patients and for research? Consider the dual MD-PhD degree.

The UNMC MD/PhD program received official notice of a Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP) award from the National Institute of General Medical Sciences branch of the National Institutes of Health. As of July 1, 2024, the MSTP grant will support students in our program with an aim to help train emerging clinician-scientists to lead impactful careers making advancements in the field of translational research.

Why Get a Combined MD-PhD?

MD-PhD programs provide training in both medicine and research, preparing you to become a research physician, also known as a physician-scientist. The career of a physician-scientist is unique, allowing you to address a patient's medical struggles while also pursuing research that may define the mechanism of the patient’s disease.

The physician-scientist has an intimate understanding of this entire health care process, from bench to bedside, from community to public policy.

Future progress in health care depends on skilled clinicians who provide state-of-the-art patient care and treatment and upon dedicated researchers who discover new ways to improve diagnosis, treatment and health care delivery. The combined MD-PhD prepares you to fill both crucial roles.

Why Get a Combined MD-PhD at UNMC?

Our MD-PhD program takes advantage of a biomedical campus that emphasizes innovative approaches to major research questions. Our state-of-the-art facilities, extraordinary faculty and nationally recognized clinical partner, Nebraska Medicine, combine to provide outstanding medical training.

Our mission is to provide an excellent, integrated program of medical and research training for physician-scientists with a wide variety of biomedical interests. We offer a balance of direction, advice and facilitation of ideas so you'll not only get a solid foundation for your future but also have the opportunity to follow the course that excites you.

Our scholars support each other and contribute to the growth and development of our program. Through their leadership activities, our students contribute to the UNMC community and to the national community of physician-scholars.

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As a scholar in our program, you can choose from seven interdisciplinary programs in the basic sciences in the College of Medicine and Eppley Cancer Institute, or drug discovery and development programs in the College of Pharmacy, or public health and policy programs in the College of Public Health. Through partnerships with the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, students have also completed PhDs in biomedical engineering, psychology and imaging.

Clinical Activity

You'll participate in clinical preceptorships throughout your graduate training. Each semester, you'll choose a clinical mentor to follow for four full days or eight half-days in clinic. Through this experience, you'll hone your clinical skills and explore specialties of interest to you. You'll also participate in student-run health clinics, which provide care for Omaha’s medically underserved population. The clinics also provide leadership opportunities. Two past co-presidents of the student clinics have been MD-PhD students.

The MD-PhD program has a broad and growing network of faculty that have served as mentors to our scholars. Because the program does not limit students to certain PhD programs, students have found mentors in most PhD programs at UNMC. The program has even developed a relationship within the University of Nebraska system that allows students to work with faculty at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln or the University of Nebraska at Omaha. This relationship is unique to Nebraska and greatly increases the ability of our students to find the ideal mentor.

Dr. Rebecca Oberley-Deegan works with a student in her biochemistry and molecular biology lab

Careers and Outcomes

Most MD-PhD graduates go on to a residency program to obtain licensure to practice in a specific field of medicine. From there, they often pursue careers that blend research and clinical medicine. Many graduates go on to work in academic medical centers.

Recent Residencies

• Ophthalmology at Oregon Health & Science University
• Neurosurgery at University of Massachusetts
• Pediatric Physician Scientist Training Program (PSTP) at UCLA
• Internal Medicine/Pediatrics at Penn State
• Psychiatry at Indiana University, Indiana
• Child neurology at the University of New Mexico, New Mexico
• Pathology at Duke University, North Carolina
• Surgery at Creighton University, Nebraska
• Anesthesiology at New York Presbyterian-Columbia University Medical Center, New York
• Infectious Diseases at the University of Alabama Medical Center, Alabama

MD-PhD Summer Undergraduate Research Program

For undergraduate students considering the MD-PhD training pathway, we offer a highly sought-after summer immersion experience. The MD-PhD Summer Undergraduate Research Program at UNMC is for individuals who are motivated for success in careers combining medicine and research. Undergraduate freshmen, sophomores and juniors are encouraged to apply.

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Recommendations to help ensure that all MD and MD-PhD applicants receive timely notification about the outcome of their AMCAS® application. These guidelines are not intended to supersede the policies, timelines, or discretion of individual schools or programs. Each applicant is expected to become familiar with the procedures and requirements of each school to which they apply.

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The MD/PhD program combines medical (MD) and graduate (PhD) training with the goal of educating and training the next generation of leaders in biomedical research and academic medicine.

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From its inception, the physician-scientist has been a hallmark of Johns Hopkins medicine and the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. Indeed, the Hopkins tri-emblem represents the three core values of the institution: teaching, patient care, and research.

The Johns Hopkins School of Medicine offers a variety of opportunities for the training of medical scientists. A combined curriculum leading to both MD and PhD degrees enables students who aspire to careers in academic medicine to obtain intensive training in specialized areas of the biomedical sciences in addition to top-flight medical training. The traditional diversity and flexibility of the educational opportunities at Johns Hopkins permit the design of individualized programs to meet the needs of students with a variety of interests, educational backgrounds, and career goals.

To accomplish our training goals, we expect students to fully commit to medical training while in medical school and research training while in graduate school.  However, we also take important steps to ensure that students are exposed to the intersection of both worlds early in their training, as well as given the professional and career development advice they need to succeed.

In a word, the MD-PhD curriculum at Johns Hopkins is flexible. Most students decide to complete the first two years of medical school before they begin graduate school and finish the last two years of their medical training after completing their thesis work (see the Timeline below). However, students who want more first-hand experience in clinical medicine before beginning graduate work can elect to complete three years of medical school, followed by their graduate training, and then the last year of medical school. This can give them a better appreciation of the potential clinical relevance of their research. In making a choice, trainees consult extensively with the Program Director, the Dean of Students, members of the MD-PhD Committee, prospective research mentors, and their faculty advisors. Students in the MD-PhD Program are automatically accepted to all graduate programs, so decisions regarding graduate training programs can be made with a strong understanding of each program.  The MD-PhD Committee is responsible for program oversight, admissions, and  student mentorship .  Students complete MD-PhD training on average in eight years.

Johns Hopkins interdisciplinary organizational structure means each faculty member may be affiliated with several clinical departments, research sections, and graduate programs. 

Formal graduate programs in the School of Medicine encompass the following areas: Biochemistry; Cellular, and Molecular Biology; Biological Chemistry; Biomedical Engineering; Molecular Biophysics; Functional Anatomy and Human Evolutionary Studies; Cell Biology; Cellular and Molecular Medicine; History of Medicine; Human Genetics; Immunology; Neuroscience; Pathobiology; Pharmacology and Molecular Sciences, and Cellular and Molecular Physiology. Students are also eligible to obtain their PhD in one of the 11 graduate programs at the Bloomberg School of Public Health or the School of Arts and Sciences on the Homewood Campus.  Students may select a thesis mentor from faculty in the Schools of Medicine and Public Health.

The MD-PhD Program also sponsors special seminars and lectures, It also maintains a dedicated library, the Paul Talalay MD-PhD Library, to enrich the educational opportunities of all MD-PhD students. Efforts are made to acquaint MD-PhD candidates with the major advances, concepts, and cutting-edge techniques in contemporary medicine and biomedical sciences.  We also create an environment that promotes a more intimate personal contact with successful medical scientists in this institution.

Admission Procedures.  Individuals who wish to apply for admission to the combined MD-PhD Program of the School of Medicine must submit an application through AMCAS  in which they will indicate the MD-PhD Program.  Once the AMCAS application has been verified and submitted to Hopkins, the applicant will receive an invitation to complete the Hopkins Secondary Application.  Here the applicant will submit the additional materials required for the combined degree.  Johns Hopkins does not allow applicants to apply to both the traditional MD program and the combined program during the same cycle.   

All combined-degree applications are reviewed by a separate  MD-PhD Review Committee  which is comprised of faculty from the basic sciences and clinical arena, as well as faculty from the Bloomberg School of Public Health.  A separate Graduate School application is  not necessary . The MD-PhD Committee determines whether or not an interview is indicated.  In general, the committee is looking for students with a passion for research and a commitment to medicine.  This assessment is based on the applicant’s research experience, letters of recommendation, academic performance and extracurricular activities. The Committee considers standardized test scores only in the context of the applicant’s other credentials. If an interview is granted, the applicant is notified by the MD-PhD Office and after the applicant accepts, the process for scheduling an interview begins.  Interview visits generally occur over two days. Applicants are interviewed by members of the MD-PhD Committee and other faculty members who share their research interests. Applicants have many opportunities to meet with current students and tour the campus during their visit. 

All eligible applicants who are admitted to the MD-PhD Program are funded by the NIH Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP) Award.  This program, supported by the National Institutes of Health, provides full tuition, stipend, and medical and dental insurance for students. Due to federal restrictions, only U.S. citizens and permanent residents are eligible for MSTP funding.  Approximately 10-12 MD-PhD students matriculate each year.

Students who matriculate to the traditional MD Program but have a clearly demonstrated interest and experience in scientific research, are eligible to apply to the combined MD-PhD Program.  These students may apply for admission during the fall of their first or second year of medical school.  These qualified applicants are evaluated and placed in the pool for the current application cycle and will be considered for MSTP funding.  

Financial Support.  The Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP) is supported by a training grant from the National Institutes of Health. A number of exceptional students with unusual accomplishments and commitment to a career in the medical sciences will be selected for traineeships under this program. Such fellowships provide stipend and tuition support for combined medical and graduate study. All students who are admitted to the MD-PhD Program will be considered for these awards. 

Graduates of The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine MD-PhD Program have gone on to become leaders in many areas of academic medicine.

Advice on the scope and opportunities offered by these programs may be obtained from the Director or Administrative Director of the MD-PhD Program.

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Why pursue an M.D./Ph.D. Combined Degree?

Physician-scientists play a unique role in medicine by combining clinical practice with cutting-edge research. They take observations from the bedside into the laboratory, make basic discoveries, and translate their discoveries into new methods for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disease. 

Getting a Ph.D. sets you apart from the vast majority of physicians. Advantages include acceptance to top residency programs as well as training for a successful career in academic medicine.  Wright State University is home to state-of-the-art facilities and internationally recognized research mentors, giving you the resources and connections you need to thrive. 

Program Description

Students spend the first 2 years taking all the classes taken by traditional M.D. students. After passing step 1 of the boards, students begin the Ph.D. portion of their training.  The Ph.D. portion lasts 3 to 5 years. The first step is passing the oral and written preliminary examination in which the student writes and defends a grant proposal. The Ph.D. portion of training culminates with writing and defending their Ph.D. proposal, which should represent a significant new biomedical finding. 

After completing their thesis work, the student resumes their medical training consisting of the last two years of medical school. 

Completion of the program is expected to take between 7 and 9 years. 

Financial Support

Students receive a tuition waiver for the entire portion of both the M.D. and the Ph.D. training. During the Ph.D. portion of their training, the student also receives a stipend each year. Students who write and receive an F31 grant also receive a stipend during the last two years of the MD portion of their training. 

Traditional route: Students applying to this dual degree program should follow admission guidelines for both the School of Medicine and the Biomedical Sciences Ph.D. program.  Prospective students will complete a separate application for each school. Students interested in pursuing the MD-PhD program must first complete all medical school application materials through the AMCAS online portal and be accepted to the MD program. Once accepted to medical school, the applicant must complete an application for the Ph.D. program at Wright State. Admission to the MD/PhD program will be decided in a separate interview.  

Alternate Route

Currently enrolled first- or second-year students in the School of Medicine may also apply for admission to the M.D.-Ph.D. program. 

Questions should be directed to Dr. Mark Rich ( [email protected] ) for additional information.   

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Each of the services have their own unique mission, culture, traditions, and strengths. Based on your interests, you may prefer one service over another. Regardless of the branch of service you select, you can expect to practice medicine in support of our country’s military service members. As a result, you must be prepared to deploy to foreign lands around the world. If you like the ocean, the Navy may be a strong consideration. If the thought of jumping out of planes excites you, the Army and all Special Operations groups from each of the services provide opportunities for parachute training. If you prefer the work in support of land based operations, the Army may be your preference. If the ability to fly planes or helicopters excites you, all branches of service provide these opportunities. If the thought of flying off an aircraft carrier or assault ship interests you, consider the Navy. If you are interested in supporting the United States Marine Corps, Navy physicians are imbedded in all Marine units. As a future military physician, our students can expect to be assigned to military hospitals throughout the United States and world. By knowing the geographic locations of the military hospitals for each branch of service, you have a listing of potential places to live for future duty assignments. If you prefer to have a guaranteed contract to residency from medical school, you may consider joining the Army or Air Force. If the possibility of spending time as a general medical officer, flight surgeon, or undersea medical officer for 1-3 years after completing an internship (PGY-1 year) sounds exciting, you may consider selecting the Navy. The Army is the largest branch of service and typically has the largest number of residency positions available for each of the specialties. Each of the services has a full complement of residencies; however, physical medicine and rehabilitation is not an available residency in the Air Force.

U.S. Army physicians get to work with elite medical professional teams throughout the world. Some areas of innovation include working with spray-on skin, operating room robotics, and phase-III trials for HIV and breast cancer vaccines. The Army has over 300 patents in science technology and medicine.

With over 90 areas of concentration, Army doctors have a very high first-choice match rate for their chosen specialties. The board certification passing rate for graduates of Army residency and fellowships programs on the first try is 94%, significantly higher than the national average. Army physicians have the opportunity to serve in other parts of the country and other parts of the world. These duty assignments create numerous places to vacation and travel with friends and family. Within the military health system, Army doctors are authorized to order tests and medications for their patients without excessive layers of approval from insurance companies. When you join the Army Medical Corps, you join an organization with a worldwide reputation for excellence in health care delivery and medical research. Within the U.S. Army Medical Department (AMEDD), there are over 5,000 active duty and reserve physicians practicing medicine throughout the world. Army physicians work in health clinics, hospitals, operational settings, and research labs. There are opportunities to serve as faculty for our graduate medical education programs, to command hospitals, and to serve on medical boards or councils.

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The Army has the largest graduate medical educational program within all the military branches and encompasses all medical specialties. San Antonio Military Medical Center is the only Level I Trauma Center within the Department of Defense and home of the military’s only burn intensive care unit. Of the 4,000 trauma patients treated in San Antonio each year, 85% are community members without any military affiliation. Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland is historically known as the President’s Hospital where world-class care is delivered to all military beneficiaries, members of the Executive Branch, the U.S. Congress, Supreme Court Justices, and senior military leaders from commands and countries around the world. Within the Army, there are 11 training hospitals and three research institutes for the Army:

Highlights include:

• San Antonio Military Medical Center, San Antonio
• Texas Darnall Army Medical Center, Killeen, Texas
• DeWitt Army Community Hospital, Alexandria, Virginia
• Eisenhower Army Medical Center, Augusta, Georgia
• Institute of Surgical Research, San Antonio, Texas
• Keller Army Community Hospital, West Point, N.Y.
• Madigan Army Medical Center, Tacoma, Washington
• Martin Army Community Hospital, Columbus, Georgia
• The Joint Pathology Center, Silver Spring, Maryland
• Tripler Army Medical Center, Honolulu, Hawaii
• Walter Reed Army Institute of Research, Silver Spring, Maryland
• Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Washington, D.C
• William Beaumont Army Medical Center, El Paso, Texas
• Womack Army Medical Center, Fayetteville, N.C.

Full list of all Army Medical Facilities and Hospitals

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

All of our Army students must meet height and weight requirements for their age. Students are required to maintain these standards and weigh in twice a year. Height and weight requirements are based on age and gender.

All students must also complete and pass the  Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT)  at least two times per calendar year. The APFT consists of 3 events:

• 2 minutes of Pushups
• 2 minutes of Situps

Army Physical Requirements

BASIC TRAINING

All Army Commissioned USU students must attend the Army Medical Department (AMEDD)  Direct Commission Course (DCC)  at Fort Sill, Oklahoma. The course lasts 4 weeks and focuses on new officer development. Students learn the basics of saluting, how to wear military uniforms, how to march, etc. During the training there is a mix of didactic and hands-on field training. Prior officers, ROTC graduates, and service academy graduates are not required to attend this training. Upon completing DCC, Army students at USU are not required to attend the follow on Basic Officer Leader Course (BOLC) at Fort Sam Houston, Texas. BOLC is not required as the USU curriculum provides for this training over the 4 years of medical school.

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SUMMER EXPERIENCE

The Summer Operational Experience is an approximately 2-3 week experience chosen from a menu of options that may be conducted at various points during the 7-week summer. A few of the experiences available for Army students are listed below:

• Center for Disaster & Humanitarian Assistance Medicine Stability Ops: USU/Rockville, MD
• Operational Ultrasound course: USU
• SouthCom Humanitarian Missions: Honduras and Dominican Republic
• AFRICOM-Ultrasound & Kenya
• Master Fitness Trainer Course: USU
• Combative Instructor Certification Course: Forest Glen, MD
• US Army School of Aviation Medicine (USASAM): Fort Rucker, AL
• Advanced Combat Medical Experience Tactical Combat Casualty Care Course: USU

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RESIDENCIES

The Army has the largest number of graduate medical education programs among all the military branches and includes all of the medical specialties. All Army residency and fellowship programs are accredited by the American Council for Graduate Medical Education. Graduates of Army programs have an average 94% first time board pass rate which is well above the national average. Teaching faculty are board-certified in their specialty and are dedicated to training residents and fellows because they are not distracted by some of the business aspects of medicine. Many faculty members are involved in research, and their work is presented at annual specialty meetings and published in respected medical journals and textbooks. The Emergency Medicine residents at Darnall Army Medical Center achieved the top score on the annual in-service exam out of the 127 programs across the nation for an unprecedented six years in a row. One of the residents related, “Each individual in our program works hard to represent ourselves, our program, and the military on this in-service exam.” The American Board of Surgery released board scores for general surgery programs in the U.S. from 2003-2008. Eight of 245 programs had 100 percent board pass rates during the 5-year period. Two of the eight were Army General Surgery programs.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Upon graduation from USU, Army physicians match directly into a residency. The majority of Army physicians train in our 6 transitional programs, 68 residencies, and 57 fellowships. Residency training programs are offered in the following specialties:

• Aerospace Medicine
• Anesthesiology
• Dermatology
• Emergency Medicine
• Family Medicine
• General Surgery
• Internal Medicine
• Neurology and Child Neurology
• Neurosurgery
• Obstetrics/Gynecology
• Ophthalmology
• Orthopaedics
• Otolaryngology
• Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
• Preventive Medicine/Occupational Medicine
• Radiation Oncology

A full complement of Army fellowships and Army-Sponsored Civilian fellowships are also available to our graduates. Army fellows are accepted to many excellent training institutions including Johns Hopkins University, Stanford, University of California, Duke University, National Institutes of Health, University of Texas, University of Virginia, University of Pennsylvania, Emory University, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, University of Washington, and Yale University. Some of the Army’s programs are integrated with the Navy in the National Capital Area (Maryland, DC, and Virginia) and with the Air Force in San Antonio as well.

All USU medical students and Health Professions Scholarship Program (HPSP) medical students choose their own specialty goal and must apply to the Army’s match for the First Year of Graduate Medical Education (FYGME). If selected, they will participate in an Army sponsored program. If they do not match to an Army program, they will receive a transitional internship position. Our graduates will only be deferred to match into a civilian program if there are insufficient training positions within the military to meet the Army’s needs for that year.

Upon graduating from residency, graduating residents work with their specialty consultant to determine their first duty assignment. Primary care physicians (family physicians, internists, pediatricians, and emergency physicians) can be assigned to clinics, hospitals or serve as the battalion surgeon for an operational unit. Physicians whose skills require that they remain in the hospital setting (surgeons, anesthesia, radiology, ophthalmology, etc.) will be assigned to any of the Army’s hospitals. Assignments vary in length, with the average length being three years. Current deployments for Army medical personnel have ranged from 30 to 365 days, depending on the needs of the Army. There are multiple opportunities in the Medical Corps as your career progresses. Army physicians excel in the clinical, research, operational, academic, and health administrative arenas. Many have worked in more than one career track throughout their time in the Army, and have held leadership positions ahead of their civilian counterparts. In fact, Army physicians are highly competitive for civilian jobs when leaving the Army. Many former Army physicians serve as faculty in medical schools and residency programs.

RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES

The U.S. Army Medical Research and Development Command (USAMRDC) is the Army's medical materiel developer, with responsibility for medical research, development, and acquisition. The job of USAMRDC is to ensure our armed forces remain in optimal health and are equipped to protect themselves from disease and injury both on and off the battlefield. The Command is headquartered at Fort Detrick, MD, with 8 subordinate commands located throughout the world.

Six medical research laboratory commands execute the science and technology program to investigate medical solutions for the battlefield with a focus on various areas of biomedical research, including military infectious diseases, combat casualty care, military operational medicine, medical chemical and biological defense, and clinical and rehabilitative medicine. The Command manages a large extramural research program with numerous contracts, grants, and cooperative research and development agreements to provide additional science and technology capabilities from leading academic, private, and government organizations. Two additional commands focus on medical materiel advanced development and medical research and development. The Command is staffed with highly qualified scientists, program managers, acquisition experts, and support personnel. The critical expertise in these areas ensures the Army has the medical capabilities it needs to fight and win on the battlefield. From illness to injury, the U.S. Army Medical Research and Development Command is the only organization solely focused on research and development to address the military's unique medical readiness requirements.

The Institute of Surgical Research , which specializes in combat casualty care research, tested the chitosan bandage to show that it can stop lethal hemorrhage on the battlefield. Researchers at the Institute have also shown that tourniquets, which had fallen out of favor, have a place on today's battlefield and have saved lives during Operations Iraqi and Enduring Freedom.

The Walter Reed Army Institute of Research  and its unit in Europe have led the charge in the area of combat stress. They developed a mental health screening tool for returning Soldiers, to quickly identify those who need help. Walter Reed's leishmania lab was there to help diagnose cutaneous leishmaniasis when warfighters in Iraq developed sores from sandfly bites that wouldn't heal. The Battlefield Medical Information System-Tactical (BMIST), a tool to help medics do their jobs faster and to document care, was created at the Telemedicine and Advanced Technology Research Center.

In medical chemical defense research, the  U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Chemical Defense  and the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research have developed a bioscavenger as a pretreatment for nerve agent exposure. When it's administered in an appropriate dose, it protects people from nerve agent exposure for up to two weeks.

The command's  Congressionally Directed Medical Research Program  continues to provide hope for advancements in military medicine as well as in public health through research programs that hope to find cures for breast cancer, prostate cancer, neurofibromatosis, and more.

Researchers at the  U.S. Army Aeromedical Research Lab  are helping the Army's aviation soldiers to fight better, longer, stronger, smarter and safer through their research in acoustics, aeromedical devices, jolt, vision, and safety equipment.

The  U.S. Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine  conducts basic and applied research to determine how exposure to extreme heat, severe cold, high terrestrial altitude, occupational tasks, physical training, deployment operations, and nutritional factors affect the health and performance of military personnel.

Subordinate Research Commands and Labs within the Army:

• U.S. Army Aeromedical Research Laboratory (USAARL) Fort Rucker, AL
• U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research (USAISR) JBSA Fort Sam Houston, TX
• U.S. Army Medical Materiel Development Activity (USAMMDA) Fort Detrick, MD
• U.S. Army Medical Research Acquisition Activity (USAMRAA) Fort Detrick, MD
• U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Chemical Defense (USAMRICD) Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD
• U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases (USAMRIID) Fort Detrick, MD
• U.S. Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine (USARIEM) Natick, MA
• Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR) Silver Spring, MD

Special Research Activities

Armed Forces Research Institute of Medical Sciences (AFRIMS)

AFRIMS is a joint undertaking between the U.S. and Thai militaries with satellite surveillance and research sites across Southeast Asia that develops diagnostics, preventives, and therapeutics against military-relevant infectious diseases.

U.S. Army Medical Research Directorate - Africa (USAMRD-A)

USAMRD-A is based in Nairobi, Kenya, with clinical research centers and field sites across sub-Saharan Africa. Working closely with local institutions, USAMRD-A addresses infectious disease threats and carries out disease surveillance, training, research, and outbreak response.

U.S. Army Medical Research Directorate - Georgia (USAMRD-G)

USAMRD-Georgia was established in 2014 in Tbilisi, Georgia with a mission to build Georgian scientific and medical capacity, monitor disease threats with a particular focus on antibiotic resistance, and use its laboratory facilities to support U.S. and allied forces deployed within U.S. European Command.

U.S. Army Medical Research Directorate - West (USAMRD-W)

USAMRD-West is located at Joint Base Lewis-McChord in the state of Washington and leads applied field studies to identify behavioral health concerns in Service Members as well as guides potential training and intervention efforts to improve psychological health and well-being throughout the Pacific region.

"The mission of the United States Army is to fight and win our Nation’s wars, by providing prompt, sustained, land dominance, across the full range of military operations and the spectrum of conflict, in support of combatant commanders.”

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Navy Medicine is a global health care system which provides high quality health care to beneficiaries in wartime and in peacetime. It is a global healthcare network of medical personnel around the world who provide high quality health care to more than one million eligible beneficiaries. Highly trained medical personnel deploy with Sailors and Marines worldwide while providing critical mission support aboard ships, in the air, under the sea, and on the battlefield. At the same time, Navy Medicine’s military and civilian health care professionals provide care for uniformed services’ family members and retirees at military treatment facilities around the globe. Every day, no matter what the environment, Navy Medicine is ready to care for those in need, providing world class care, anytime, anywhere.

Navy Medicine also plays a key role in humanitarian assistance/disaster response (HA/DR) missions in direct support of the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard’s Maritime Strategy. The skills of Navy medical personnel provide the cornerstone of the Navy’s overall HA/DR response capability. This capability was truly evident during the USNS Comfort’s mission to Haiti following the January 2010 earthquake.

Navy Medicine responds to disasters around the world and at home. Proactive humanitarian missions have occurred in places as far reaching as Africa through the Africa Partnership Station; to the Pacific Rim through Pacific Partnership; and to South America through Continuing Promise. These proactive humanitarian assistance missions build trust and cooperation with partner nations, provide much needed medical care to populations in need, and sow the seeds for long term stability and security in many places around the world.

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The Navy is known to have very desirable base locations. These locations are usually, but not always, located near the water, and for the most part are in well-developed areas with plenty to do.

• Naval Medical Center (NMC) San Diego in San Diego, CA
• NMC Portsmouth in Portsmouth, VA
• Walter Reed in Bethesda, MD
• U.S. Naval Hospital Yokosuka, Japan
• U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa, Japan
• U.S. Naval Hospital Rota, Spain
• U.S. Naval Hospital Naples, Italy

A full list of locations is available here .

The  Navy Physical Readiness Test (PRT)  occurs twice a year and consists of total pushups in 2 min, total situps in 2 min, and a 1.5 mile run. Everyone must complete an annual Physical Health Assessment (PHA) and weigh-in twice a year around the time that the PRT is happening. Weigh-in standards are based on height, if you are over the weight limit for your height, you can get a ‘tape-test’ where they measure your neck and abdominal circumference.

Medical officers attend specific Navy training is known as  Officer Development School (ODS) , located at Newport, Rhode Island. This is very different from Navy Basic (for enlisted personnel, located at Great Lakes, MI) or Officer Candidate School (OCS, also located at Newport, RI). ODS is specifically designed for staff officers (officers whose job does not directly involve combat) and is much less demanding than Navy Basic and OCS. It consists of 5 weeks of basic physical training (PT), presentations, and keynote speakers to introduce new officers to the Navy and Navy traditions (such as saluting, wearing uniforms, how to address other personnel, etc.). It is also a time for incoming students to learn things like teamwork, leadership, and integrity by working with the people who they will be working with for the rest of their careers. For the most part, all Navy USU students in a matriculating class attend the same training. At ODS, students can also meet HPSP students who will attend different medical schools, and people going into other professions, such as JAGs (lawyers), social workers, pharmacists, and dentists. USU students attend the summer before their first year starts.

Some Navy specific summer operational experiences include the Mountain Medicine Course at the USMC Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, CA; Navy Shipboard cruises from San Diego, Norfolk, or Bremerton; and at the Navy Operational Medicine Training Center in Pensacola, Florida.

Navy residencies, located at Naval Medical Centers, are ONLY for Navy personnel. The Navy generally has less residency spots than the Army, because the Navy is smaller than the Army. That is why there are fewer Navy spots at USU and in general. Certain specialties are more competitive depending on the branch. For example, dermatology in the Navy is often very competitive. The number of residency positions available through the Navy fluctuate from year to year based on the needs of the service. Each year (around the June/July timeframe) the Navy publishes BUMEDNOTE 1524 which defines the Graduate Medical Education (GME) goals and GME application procedures for the Joint Service Graduate Medical Education Selection Board.

The Navy offers you the option of serving two military forces: the Navy and the Marines. The United States Marine Corps (USMC) relies on Navy corpsmen and Navy physicians to provide medical care and support for their units. This gives graduates the opportunity to be at the front lines, in a hospital, or anywhere in between. Alumni also have the opportunity to earn the Fleet Marine Forces Insignia when they are stationed with a Marine unit.

Another career opportunity is the General Medical Officer (GMO) tour. This is a 1-3 year period of time (after intern year) where our graduates go out with the Navy fleet or the Marines to serve as a general practitioner for their respective unit. GMOs are licensed, practicing physicians who are not residency trained in a specialty. Going on a GMO tour gives our graduates the opportunity to join and directly support U.S. sailors and Marines working within operational units.

The Navy has a lot of different options as a GMO. Navy GMOs have the opportunity to serve on ships, but there are many other opportunities.

• Fleet Marine Forces doctors work with marine units.
• Underwater/Dive Medical Officers work with submarines and special operations teams. For example, SEALs, Marine Recon, and Marine Special Operations Command (AKA Marine Raiders) all need dive medical officers to help support their missions.
• Flight Surgeons take care of pilots, aircrew, and flight line personnel. They also experience primary flight school in Pensacola, Florida and obtain flight hours which can be used for a civilian pilot license.

The Navy requires about 50-60% of interns to do a GMO tour. This means putting residency on hold for 1-3 years and increasing the time it takes to become a board certified physician; however, in 2026, the Navy plans on changing this requirement. Starting with the Class of 2026, the Navy will begin to allow nearly all medical school graduates (90% or greater) to go straight into residency without having to serve as GMOs. With this being said though, GMO tours will continue to be available for those graduates who still desire to complete a GMO tour prior to starting residency. Moreover, these operational tours and training opportunities are always available to board certified physicians after the completion of residency training.

There are numerous opportunities within the Navy to conduct clinical and basic science research. Navy Medicine has 8 enterprise research and development laboratories which focus on delivering high-value and high-impact research products designed to support and protect our nation’s deployed warfighters.

Naval Medical Research and Development Enterprise laboratories are listed below:

Naval Medical Research Center (NMRC) : NMRC is located in Silver Spring, Maryland. NMRC functions as a major research laboratory and headquarters for the seven other Navy Research Development Test & Evaluation (RDT&E) laboratories. Research at NMRC focuses on mission aborting infectious disease agents; infectious disease vaccine development; operational and undersea medicine; bone marrow research; and biological defense.

Naval Health Research Center (NHRC) : NHRC is located in San Diego, California. Research at NHRC focuses on medical modeling and simulation; warfighter performance; deployment health; operational infectious diseases; and the Department of Defense HIV/AIDS prevention program.

Naval Submarine Medical Research Laboratory (NSMRL) : NSMRL is located in Groton, Connecticut. Research at NSMRL focuses on submariner wellness, psychological fitness, shipboard health and performance, underwater bioeffects, submarine survival and escape, and human systems.

Naval Medical Research Unit-San Antonio (NAMRU-SA) : NAMRU-SA is located in San Antonio, Texas. Research at NAMRU-SA focuses on ways to enhance the health, safety, performance, and operational readiness of Navy and Marine Corps personnel to include emergent medical and dental problems in routine and combat operations.

Naval Medical Research Unit-Dayton (NAMRU-D) : NAMRU-D is located in Dayton, Ohio. Research at NAMRU-D focuses on maximizing warfighter performance and survivability through aeromedical and environmental health research. Key areas of research include spatial disorientation; situational awareness; motion sickness; unusual acceleration environments; fatigue; vision and hearing studies; effects of altitude; and the toxicity of chemicals and materials used in military operations.

Naval Medical Research Center-Asia (NMRC-A) : NMRC-A is located in Singapore with a detachment laboratory in Cambodia. Research at NMRC-A focuses on infectious tropical diseases of critical military importance to the United States and regional partners.

Naval Medical Research Unit-No. 3 (NAMRU-3) : NAMRU-3 is located in Cairo, Egypt. Research at NAMRU-3 focuses on emerging and re-emerging infectious disease threats of military and public health importance; and mitigation strategies against these threats in collaboration with host nations and international partners.

U.S. Naval Medical Research Unit-No. 6 : NAMRU-6 is located in Lima, Peru. Research at NAMRU-6 focuses on emerging and re-emerging infectious disease threats; and prevention and therapeutic strategies to support public health interests in South and Central America.

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The Air Force Medical Service is comprised of nearly 60,000 active duty, Reserve, civilian, and contract medical professionals who are responsible for the care of more than 2.6 million beneficiaries. Air Force physicians work in health clinics, hospitals, operational settings, and research labs. There are opportunities to serve as faculty for graduate medical education programs, to command hospitals, and to serve on medical boards or councils. There are also opportunities to pursue research in conjunction with academic institutions; private industry; the Department of Defense; and other local, national, and international government agencies. Air Force physicians have the opportunity to investigate questions related to all medical specialties. One such area includes physiological optics (the study of perceptual processes in the eye and associated neuronal structures of the brain) which supports the Air Force’s air and space missions. The Air Force also has a world-class patient movement system that gets casualties from the frontlines to higher levels of care in a remarkably short amount of time. Since September 11, 2001, the Air Force has conducted nearly 340,000 global patient movements which contributed to an unprecedented 98% survival rate for U.S. service members injured in Iraq and Afghanistan. The Air Force Medical Service initiated the Ground Surgical Team program to upgrade and enhance the capabilities of Mobile Field Surgical Teams. Ground Surgical Teams are designed to be flexible platforms that undergo robust training and can drop into austere locations to save lives. The Air Force is also growing its Critical Care Air Transport capability which involves turning aircraft into flying Intensive Care Units which expand our nation’s global patient movement capability. Air Force Graduate Medical Education also remains robust and allows for training in 85 potential specialties.

The Air Force gives constructive service credit for a master’s degree or doctorate in Public Health or other field that adds adjunctive skills to your primary specialty and contributes directly to that specialty. This service credit can result in earlier promotions and increased pay. One year of service credit is given for each school year, not to exceed 24 months for a master’s degree and 48 months for a doctorate. The total credit may not exceed 48 months.

The Air Force has 76 military treatment facilities in the continental United States and overseas. More than 1,700 Air Force medical personnel are deployed to 19 countries.

All Air Force military treatment facilities (MTFs)

The Air Force's Physical Fitness Test (PFT) is a three-event physical performance test used to test your endurance. It is used to measure your physical strengths, abilities, and cardio-respiratory fitness. The three PFT events are one minute of push-ups, one minute of sit-ups, and a timed 1.5 mile run. The PFT is normally performed in workout gear and the run is completed in running shoes. Each component is scored on its own points scale, and each has a minimum that must be met. Service members must meet or exceed the minimum requirements for each category in order to earn a minimum of 75 total points to pass the test.  Scoring charts   are based on a service member’s age.

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Commissioned Officer Training (COT)  is a 5.5 week long program organized into four phases to help new students transition from the private sector into the Air Force. COT occurs at Maxwell-Gunter Air Force Base in Alabama. In the first phase of COT, newly commissioned officers focus on teamwork, discipline and standardization. Students begin to learn the fundamentals of leadership and military management while also experiencing the common activities in military training that teach “attention to detail” and the need to operate as a team. In phase two of the training, officers further develop their understanding of the Air Force culture and the fundamentals of leadership. They work as a team with fellow trainees to accomplish tasks that promote efficient teamwork, encourage conflict resolution, and establish working relationships. Phase three of training allows students to transition from practicing leadership to being a full-time leader as they apply the skills and knowledge they have learned in previous phases to lead the team on assigned missions. By experiencing the pressures of leadership and command, trainees gain a better understanding of what will be required of them in the future. During the final phase of training, officers will be tested and required to use their new leadership skills to function as the sole leader of their team. They will receive staff and peer feedback in order to gain an understanding of their individual leadership strengths and areas for improvement. Upon completion, trainees will be prepared to make the transition from a training environment to a career in the Air Force.

U.S. Air Force students are required to attend a 2-week Aerospace Medicine Primary (AMP) 101 course at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio as their summer operational experience. They are permitted (but not required) to participate in an additional summer operational experience during the 7-week summer period. One Air Force specific program is Top Knife at Luke Air Force Base in Arizona. This program lasts two weeks and provides a hands-on experience for students. The first week focuses on academics and flying specifics about tactical aircraft and human factors. The second week involves flying and the opportunity to experience what aircrew go through on a regular basis.

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U.S. Air Force graduate medical education (GME) is consistently recognized as providing some of the best training opportunities in the United States. More specific and detailed information about Joint Service Graduate Medical Education Selection Board (JSGMESB) results and procedures for the Air Force can be found at the  Air Force Medical Service website .

Air Force training positions are available at two joint military training facilities:

• San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium (SAUSHEC) Specialties: Anesthesiology, Dermatology, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Neurology, OBGYN, Ophthalmology, Orthopaedic Surgery, Otolaryngology, Pathology, Pediatrics, Psychiatry, General Surgery, Urology, Nephrology, Transitional PGY1 Year, plus 20 additional Fellowships
• National Capital Consortium Washington, DC Specialties: Family Medicine, Sports Medicine, OBGYN, Internal Medicine, Occupational Medicine, Pediatrics, Pediatric Endocrinology, Pediatric Gastroenterology, Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, Pediatric Infectious Disease, Preventive Medicine

Several joint military and civilian training positions are also available at the following locations:

• Wright Patterson Air Force Base/Wright State University, Dayton, Ohio Specialties: Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, OBGYN, Pediatrics, Psychiatry, General Surgery
• Nellis Air Force Base/University of Nevada, Las Vegas School of Medicine Specialties: Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, OBGYN, General Surgery
• Travis Air Force Base/University of California Davis Specialties: Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Diagnostic Radiology, Emergency Medicine, General Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery, Transitional PGY1 Year
• Offutt Air Force Base/University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine, Omaha, Nebraska Specialty: Family Medicine
• SAUSHEC/UT Health Science Center of San Antonio Specialties: Integrated with San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium (SAUSHEC) as listed above.
• Scott Air Force Base/St. Louis School of Medicine Specialty: Family Medicine
• US Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine/Wright State University, Dayton, Ohio Specialty: Aerospace Medicine
• Keesler Air Force Base/University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson Mississippi Specialties: Internal Medicine, General Surgery

Additional military treatment facilities where training positions are available:

• Madigan Army Medical Center, Takoma, Washington Specialties: Developmental Pediatrics, Clinical Informatics
• Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, Virginia Specialties: Pediatrics, OB/GYN, Diagnostic Radiology
• Eglin Air Force Base, Florida Specialty: Family Medicine

The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) is headquartered at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. AFRL’s mission is to lead the discovery, development, and integration of warfighting technologies for air, space, and cyberspace forces. A component directorate at AFRL is the 711th Human Performance Wing (711 HPW) which is the first human-centric warfare wing to consolidate research, education, and consultation under a single organization. The 711 HPW is comprised of the Human Effectiveness Directorate, the United States Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine (USAFSAM) and the Human Performance Integration Directorate. The primary mission areas of the 711 HPW are aerospace medicine, science and technology, and human systems integration.

Clinicians from the David Grant Medical Center at Travis Air Force Base in Fairfield, California have led advances in critical care, trauma resuscitation, long-term health outcomes for combat soldiers, traumatic brain injury, effects of energy drink consumption, evidence-based practice/continuous process improvement, and fitness nutrition. David Grant Medical Center is the U.S. Air Forces largest medical center in the continental United States.

Air Force physician scientists (as well as all uniformed military physicians) also have opportunities to participate in projects funded by the Defense Health Program (DHP) Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) appropriation. Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs (CDMRP) provides Defense Medical Research and Development Program (DMRDP) execution management for the core research program areas listed below:

• Medical Simulation and Information Sciences Research Program
• Military Infectious Diseases Research Program
• Military Operational Medicine Research Program
• Combat Casualty Care Research Program
• Radiation Health Effects Research Program
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There are also opportunities to participate in studies conducted at the Uniformed Services University Centers of Research.

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20 student, Jeremy Mears, previous career in the Air Force and balancing life as both a father and a medical student.

PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE

The United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps (PHSCC) is an elite team of more than 6,000 highly qualified uniformed public health professionals employed for the purpose of delivering public health promotion and disease prevention programs and advancing public health science. The PHS Commissioned Corps includes officers from many disciplines including medicine, nursing, dentistry, and other health-related occupations. As one of the seven uniformed services, the PHS Commissioned Corps fills public health leadership and service roles within federal government agencies and programs.

The Public Health Service (PHS) differs slightly from the military services in that PHS officers are sponsored by their respectively assigned federal government agency, generally within the Department of Health and Human Services. These organizations select candidates based on the candidate’s qualifications and interest of the respective agency. PHS-supported training at USU incurs a ten-year active-duty obligation following medical school and residency training.

Currently the only federal government agency sponsoring two PHS medical students every year is the Indian Health Service. The Indian Health Service’s (IHS) mission is to raise the physical, mental, social, and spiritual health of American Indians and Alaska Natives to their highest levels, and to assure that comprehensive, culturally acceptable personal and public health services are available and accessible to American Indian and Alaska Native people.

APPLICATION TO THE USPHS AT USU

In addition to the SOM application, the USPHS Commissioned Corps requires a separate application process. Once an applicant receives a conditional acceptance from the USU Admissions Office, the Office of Commissioned Corps Operations (OCCO) staff will contact the applicant with details and instructions on how to complete the additional paperwork. These materials and the official personnel orders are processed through the OCCO, in Rockville MD and must be completed before receiving orders for a Call to Active Duty, CAD.

If you are interested in a career in the USPHS and would like to receive your medical training at USU under the sponsorship of IHS or NIAID these materials must be completed within 60 days after your conditional acceptance to USU:

• PHS 50 Application  for Appointment as a Commissioned Officer in the U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps
• PHS/USU Training Agreement Contract  with a notarized signature
• Department of Health and Human Services security clearance via an online eQUIP account
• a medical evaluation by USPHS medical evaluation office after completion of the DoDMERB physical

The PHS uniform traces its roots back to 1871 when John Maynard Woodworth, the first supervising surgeon (now known as the Surgeon General), organized the service along military lines. The uniforms reflect the proud legacy and tradition of the more than 200-year-old service. Uniforms link today’s officers to their heritage and connect them to past officers. Since they represent the Commissioned Corps history and tradition, rigorous standards apply to wearing the uniform and every officer upholds those standards with pride.

Similar to the other services, the Commissioned Corps has several uniforms including the Service Dress Blues, Summer Whites, Service Khakis, and Operational Dress Uniform (ODU). Each uniform reflects the great responsibility and privilege that comes with being a commissioned officer.

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Although Officers in the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps (PHSCC) serve in duty stations in over 20 federal departments or agencies; students selected for the PHS training slots at USU are expected to complete their service obligation (10 years) with the sponsoring agency.

Indian Health Service

The Indian Health Service (IHS) has an important mission to provide much-needed services for the American Indian and Alaskan Native people. The integrated health care system of the IHS is a collegial, multidisciplinary team providing primary care with special initiatives in traditional medicine, elder care, women's health, children and adolescents, injury prevention, domestic violence and child abuse. IHS medical professionals practice in a variety of settings, many surrounded by spectacular natural beauty, throughout the United States. The population we serve is approximately 1.9 million American Indians and Alaska Natives who belong to 562 federally recognized tribes. The health care is provided in 35 states divided into twelve physical areas of the United States; Alaska, Albuquerque, Bemidji, Billings, California, Great Plains, Nashville, Navajo, Oklahoma, Phoenix, Portland and Tucson. Each of the 12 Areas offers its own unique career experiences and provides the opportunity to live and work in diverse Native American or Alaska Native communities that are rich with their own traditions.

IHS Locations

All active-duty U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps (PHSCC) officers are required to meet specific standards for the basic level of Force Readiness. They must comply by weight standards and be tested annually on the Annual Physical Fitness Test (APFT). The APFT consists of 4 events:

• Cardiorespiratory endurance exercises: 1.5mile run; 450 meter/500 yard swim; 12 min elliptical exercise; or 12 minute stationary bike exercise
• Upper body endurance: push-ups
• Core endurance exercises: plank; side-bridge or sit up
• Flexibility: seated toe touch

All PHS Commissioned Corps Officers at USU must attend the Officer Basic Course (OBC) located at the Bolger Center in Potomac, MD. OBC provides training in the values and skills necessary to represent the Surgeon General as a commissioned officer. This two-week course is an orientation to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the Commissioned Corps of the U.S. Public Health Service (Corps), and life in the uniformed services. OBC also provides training and information on officer competency and career development, uniformed service customs and courtesies, force readiness and deployment, and other essential areas. Officers who successfully complete this course are awarded the Commissioned Corps Training Ribbon (CCTR).

U.S. Public Health Service students are required to attend a 2-week Summer Operational Experience related to their sponsoring agency. They are permitted (but not required) to participate in an additional summer operational experience during the 7-week summer period.

PHS students sponsored by the Indian Health Service generally spend 2 weeks at an IHS site doing a student observership and becoming familiar with medical care capabilities on a reservation. Historically students have visited  Whiteriver Indian Hospital . This facility is located at Whiteriver, AZ on the Fort Apache Indian Reservation and serves approximately 17,000 tribal members and other Native American communities around the area.

ROTATION OPPORTUNITIES

There are several opportunities for rotations at IHS sites throughout your time at USU. These rotations are generally funded by the Indian Health Service. Several memorandums of understanding (MOU) are set up at IHS sites for advanced clinical rotations in the postclerkship time period (ie. PICU or OBGYN rotations in Alaska). There are also opportunities to get funding for the annual PHS Symposium conference or to set up rotations at Indian Health Service headquarters located in Rockville, MD.

"The mission of the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps is to protect, promote, and advance the health and safety of our Nation. This critical mission is achieved through rapid and effective response to public health needs, leadership and excellence in public health practices and advancement of public health science."

More About the Public Health Service

Learn more about the tradition and legacy of the uniforms worn by those in the U.S.  Public Health Service.

Hear from the Chief Medical Officer of the Indian Health Service, Michael Toedt, about his career path and experience in the Public Health Service.

Class of 2020 student, Callan Parra, discusses what her path as a student has been like and why she chose to pursue a career in the Public Health Service.

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Jacobs School Students Feted for Academic Excellence

Senior biochemistry student Luke Hess has earned a prestigious National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship.

By Dirk Hoffman

Published May 8, 2024

Seventeen students in the  Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences  were honored for outstanding achievements during the University at Buffalo’s 2024  Celebration of Student Academic Excellence .

The awardees were among students from disciplines across the university who were awarded — or nominated for — national, State University of New York (SUNY) and UB awards.

The May 2 event began with the Student Showcase, where 325 undergraduate and graduate students presented more than 240 mentored research, scholarship, creative and community projects at Alumni Arena on UB’s North Campus. 

National Science Foundation Fellowship Honors

Undergraduate student Luke Hess, a senior biochemistry major, was awarded a National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship.

The award provides three years of support ($40,000 per year plus tuition waiver and fees) for graduate study leading to research-based master’s or doctoral degrees in mathematical, physical, biological, engineering, and behavioral and social sciences.

Hess will pursue a doctoral degree in cancer biology at the University of Michigan.

At the Jacobs School, he conducted research in the lab of Jennifer A. Surtees, PhD , professor of biochemistry , and at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center under Katerina Gurova, MD, PhD.

“This award feels like the culmination of all the hard work I completed over the past four years. But it also made me look retrospectively at the numerous people who poured into me during my time here,” Hess said. 

“Because of that I need to thank Dr. Jennifer Surtees and Dr. Katerina Gurova, whose mentorship sparked my passion for cancer research. They allowed me to take independence over my research project which promoted intellectual curiosity and pride in my work. Without them I would not have found my love for cancer biology, mentorship and teaching.”

Hess joined the Surtees lab during his sophomore year and began his independent project early on in his junior year. His research pertains to understanding genomic instability and characterizing next-generation chemotherapies, called chromatin damaging agents.

“Alongside our wet lab work, we are required to take classes which teach us how to read, break down, and present scientific literature. This work became extremely beneficial during the spring of my junior year where students are required to write a seven-page research proposal which they will execute and present at the end of their senior year,” he said.

“Funny enough, while writing my research proposal and going through current literature, I stumbled onto a second research question which became the basis for my NSF GRFP research statement.”

“Because of my coursework, I get to see past the ordinary person and look within them. I get to understand the beautiful and efficient mechanisms that have led to who they are,” Hess said. “Knowing that within each person is a remarkable beauty ignites my passion for biochemistry.”

Hess said he found he deeply enjoyed the study of cancer biology for two reasons: the field’s ever-changing landscape and the clinical relevance. 

“Cancer is an extremely dynamic disorder that takes over the beautiful processes I referred to earlier, to stay alive in an extremely hostile environment. The ever-changing mechanisms of how cancer evades destruction allow me to have research interests in every discipline of science.”

“I also really enjoy it when my research has a deep translational focus. By studying cancer biology, I am adding directly to our clinical ability to treat and understand this disease,” Hess said. “Furthermore, cancer has personally touched my family, which pushes me to fight this disease and dedicate my studies to it.”

Thomas Joseph Gerald Mousso, a trainee in the  doctoral program in computational cell biology, anatomy and patholog y, was an NSF Graduate Research Fellowship nominee.

Pair of Students Win NIH F31 Individual Fellowships

Two students, both trainees in the doctoral program in microbiology and immunology , received a  National Institutes of Health F31 Ruth L. Kirschstein Predoctoral Individual National Research Service Award .

• David Hunter Goich
• Stevie Taddei

The purpose of the NIH F31 is to enable promising predoctoral students with potential to develop into productive, independent research scientists to obtain mentored research training while conducting dissertation research.

American Heart Association Awards

Two students won American Heart Association Predoctoral Fellowship awards.

• Namrata Deka, a trainee in the doctoral program in microbiology and immunology
• Tyler Rolland, a trainee in the doctoral program in physiology and biophysics

The AHA Predoctoral Fellowship aims to enhance the integrated research and clinical training of promising students who are matriculated in pre-doctoral or clinical health professional degree training programs and who intend careers as scientists, physician-scientists or other clinician-scientists, or related careers aimed at improving global cardiovascular, cerebrovascular and brain health.

Undergraduate student Rachel Esther Sanyu won multiple awards at the Celebration of Academic Excellence, including UB’s inaugural McCall MacBain Scholarship.

Taking on Roles in Leadership

Rachel Esther Sanyu, a senior pharmacology and toxicology major, received several honors, most notably winning UB’s inaugural McCall MacBain Scholarship .

The $10,000 award brings together exceptional students who strive to engage in positive change by taking on meaningful leadership roles.

McCall MacBain Scholars connect with mentors and participate in an interdisciplinary leadership program while pursuing a fully funded master’s or professional degree at McGill University in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

Sanyu was also a nominee for a Rhodes Scholarship, the oldest and most celebrated scholarship in the world.

The award enables students to study for two years at Oxford University. Each year, recipients are chosen for their outstanding scholarly achievements, character, commitment to others and the common good, and for their leadership potential in whatever domain their careers may lead.

Bryan R. Renzoni was one of four senior undergraduate students within the Jacobs School to receive a 2024 SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence, the highest honor bestowed upon a student by SUNY.

Undergraduates Earn SUNY Chancellor’s Award

Undergraduate students Sarah Bukhari, Lea Kyle, Bryan R. Renzoni and Rachel Esther Sanyu were named winners of a 2024 SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence.

The Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence was created in 1997 to recognize students who have best demonstrated and have been recognized for outstanding achievements in such areas as academics, leadership, athletics, community service, creative and performing arts, campus involvement or career achievement. It is the highest honor bestowed upon a student by SUNY.

Bukhari will graduate with a bachelor’s degrees in biochemistry. She is an undergraduate researcher in the lab of Jennifer A. Surtees, PhD , professor of biochemistry . Bukhari secured funding from the Experiential Learning Network and a Mentored Research micro-credential.

Beyond academics, the Grand Island, New York, native is deeply involved in community engagement, serving as both the volunteer coordinator and vice president of the largest student-run pre-health organization, the Association of Pre-Medical Students, and was awarded a Community Engagement micro-credential and gathering 500+ volunteer hours.

With dual roles as dance coach and social media coordinator for the Pakistani Student Association, she fosters a network of communities to embrace diversity and celebrate traditions.

A native of Martville, New York, Kyle is a University Honors College Scholar who graduates with a Bachelor of Science degree in biochemistry with minors in both physics and public health.

She has been a Student Association, Recreation Department, Student Engagement and TASS Center employee. She also is the current president of UB Rotaract, a volunteering club on campus.

Kyle is also a student researcher in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology ,  Elizabeth A. Wohlfert, PhD , associate professor of microbiology and immunology, focusing on the effects of chronic inflammation on muscle function due to chronic infection..

Renzoni, of East Amherst, New York, graduates with a Bachelor of Science degree in biochemistry. He is a University Honors College Presidential Scholar and Honors College Ambassador.

A BioXFEL Scholar, he has received multiple research internship positions and worked in two different laboratories, contributing to work on the development of novel organic and organometallic compounds with applications as cancer therapies.

Renzoni has also served as a co-chair of the G14 Leadership Summit, president and executive adviser of UB ChemClub, and both assistant music director and music director of The Enchords, UB’s all-gender a cappella group.

Sanyu, an international student from Uganda, graduates with a bachelor’s degree in pharmacology and toxicology.

She is an Honors College Scholar who conducted oncology research within the lab of Wendy Huss, PhD, at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and at Johnson & Johnson, where she earned the 2023 Inspire Spotlight Award.

Sanyu has also worked as a student assistant in the Office of Interprofessional Education and an honors peer mentor. 

She is a founder of a health care app and is involved with the community through her work with Suubi Cancer Relief and Hillside Family of Agencies.

Sanyu also loves to dance and was a member of the UBMystique and 8-Count dance teams.

Three Students Win SUNY GREAT Awards

Three students received the SUNY Graduate Research Empowering and Accelerating Talent (GREAT) Award.

• Beryl Guterman, a trainee in the MD-PhD Program
• Tyler Rolland, a trainee in the  doctoral program in physiology and biophysics
• Shaunna Simmons, a trainee in the doctoral program in microbiology and immunology

The SUNY GREAT awards recognize students who were selected as recipients or honorable mentions for federal awards sponsored by agencies including the National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health, and U.S. Department of Energy, among others.

Students receive $5,000 in flexible funding for research expenses, professional development, and stipend supplements. 

In addition to winning a 2024 SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence, Lea Kyle won a UB the Impact Award and was a nominee for a Fulbright Scholarship and a George J. Mitchell Scholarship for Study in Ireland.

Scholarships and Other Awards

Other awards were:

Critical Language Scholarship

• Hemanta Adhikari, a student in the natural sciences interdisciplinary master’s program  (nominee)

Fulbright Scholarship

• Emily R. Hudson, a trainee in the doctoral program in physiology and biophysics  (nominee)
• Lea Kyle, an undergraduate biochemistry major (nominee)

Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship

• Owen Daniel Szeglowski, an undergraduate biochemistry and chemistry dual major (nominee)

George J. Mitchell Scholarship for Study in Ireland

UB Excellence in Research, Scholarship and Creativity Awards (Graduate Division)

• Katie Sortino, PhD, a postdoctoral associate in microbiology and immunology

UB Excellence in Research, Scholarship and Creativity Awards (Undergraduate Division)

• Ilsa G. Kloiber, neuroscience
• Rachel Esther Sanyu, pharmacology and toxicology

UB Sigma Xi “Companions in Zealous Research” Award

Sigma Xi is an international honor society of science and engineering. Its mission is to enhance the health of the research enterprise, foster integrity in science and engineering, and promote the public’s understanding of science for the purpose of improving the human condition. Three winning projects are selected.

Celebration Ceremony Recognizes Honors

After the Student Showcase, the community gathered in Slee Hall at 3 p.m. for the Celebration Ceremony, a tradition that recognizes UB students who received prestigious awards and fellowships during the academic year. UB President Satish K. Tripathi, PhD, kicked off the celebration with welcoming remarks.

“Your accomplishments are the result of your tireless dedication to your scholarly pursuits,” Tripathi said. “I know all of us here today are so proud to see you receive this much-deserved recognition. You represent some of UB’s most talented and ambitious students, and we are delighted to honor your commitment to the highest ideals of our university.”

A. Scott Weber, PhD, UB’s provost and executive vice president for academic affairs, also spoke of the outstanding scholarship, research, creativity and community engagement represented among the day’s honorees.

“I am delighted to see how you utilize the transformative learning opportunities that shape UB’s culture, discovery and innovation,” Weber said. “As students, you forge dynamic academic partnerships with distinguished faculty to conduct research and scholarship that produces new knowledge, inspires invention, contributes to the national discourse, transforms lives and makes the world a better place.”

Undergraduate student Sarah Bukhari won a 2024 SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence, and at the Pillars of Leadership Awards ceremony, a UB the Impact Award and a Visions of Social Justice Award.

Trio Receives Pillars of Leadership Awards

At UB’s Pillars of Leadership Awards ceremony on April 25, three Jacobs School undergraduates were also recognized.

Sarah Bukhari, Luke Hess and Lea Kyle each received a UB the Impact Award, which recognizes students who have performed and tracked 500 hours of community service during their time as UB students. 

These students have demonstrated a strong commitment to giving back to their community. Through their volunteer work, these students have made a significant positive impact on the lives of others and have gained valuable skills and experiences that will serve them well in their future endeavors. Their dedication and hard work are a testament to the values of the university and the importance of service to others.

Bukhari was also the only UB undergraduate student to be honored with a Visions of Social Justice Award, which recognizes students who have demonstrated compassion, perseverance, courage, and leadership by engaging in the difficult work of fostering human dignity and common humanity through projects, programs, initiatives, and visions that promote cross-cultural learning, interaction and education. 

Hess was one of only two UB students to receive a Dorothy M. Haas Community Engagement Award, which honors students who have demonstrated a philosophy of leadership through service and investment in the growth and development of others. 

Also recognized was Trinithas Jeanne Boyi, a fourth-year medical student , who was honored with the UB Pride & Service Award (Graduate) for students who are devoted to the UB community and strive to make it better for all students. 

Gina Mersereau, a graduate student pursuing a Master of Public Health degree with a concentration in community health and health behavior, was awarded the Outstanding Community Impact Award (Graduate), which honors a student that has given their time and energy to strengthen partnerships between UB and the Buffalo community. 

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The Department of the History of Art at Johns Hopkins proudly congratulates Ella Gonzalez, a graduate student in the program, on her forthcoming publication (co-edited with Cynthia Coburn and Ellen Caldwell), titled   Gender Violence, Art, and the Viewer: An Intervention . The book is set to be released by Penn State University Press and is currently available for pre-order.

“We extend our warmest congratulations to Ella Gonzalez on this remarkable achievement,” said Mitch Merback, chair of History of Art at Johns Hopkins. “Her dedication to critical scholarship and her contributions to this important field of study are truly commendable. We are proud to have her as a member of our academic community.”

Ella Gonzalez is currently pursuing her graduate studies in the History of Art program at Johns Hopkins University. Her research interests include Art and archaeology of Ancient Greece and the Mediterranean world.

For more information about Ella Gonzalez and her forthcoming publication, please visit Penn State University Press .

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40 Facts About Elektrostal

Written by Lanette Mayes

Modified & Updated: 10 May 2024

Reviewed by Jessica Corbett

Elektrostal is a vibrant city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia. With a rich history, stunning architecture, and a thriving community, Elektrostal is a city that has much to offer. Whether you are a history buff, nature enthusiast, or simply curious about different cultures, Elektrostal is sure to captivate you.

This article will provide you with 40 fascinating facts about Elektrostal, giving you a better understanding of why this city is worth exploring. From its origins as an industrial hub to its modern-day charm, we will delve into the various aspects that make Elektrostal a unique and must-visit destination.

So, join us as we uncover the hidden treasures of Elektrostal and discover what makes this city a true gem in the heart of Russia.

Key Takeaways:

• Elektrostal, known as the “Motor City of Russia,” is a vibrant and growing city with a rich industrial history, offering diverse cultural experiences and a strong commitment to environmental sustainability.
• With its convenient location near Moscow, Elektrostal provides a picturesque landscape, vibrant nightlife, and a range of recreational activities, making it an ideal destination for residents and visitors alike.

Known as the “Motor City of Russia.”

Elektrostal, a city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia, earned the nickname “Motor City” due to its significant involvement in the automotive industry.

Home to the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Elektrostal is renowned for its metallurgical plant, which has been producing high-quality steel and alloys since its establishment in 1916.

Boasts a rich industrial heritage.

Elektrostal has a long history of industrial development, contributing to the growth and progress of the region.

Founded in 1916.

The city of Elektrostal was founded in 1916 as a result of the construction of the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Located approximately 50 kilometers east of Moscow.

Elektrostal is situated in close proximity to the Russian capital, making it easily accessible for both residents and visitors.

Known for its vibrant cultural scene.

Elektrostal is home to several cultural institutions, including museums, theaters, and art galleries that showcase the city’s rich artistic heritage.

A popular destination for nature lovers.

Surrounded by picturesque landscapes and forests, Elektrostal offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and birdwatching.

Hosts the annual Elektrostal City Day celebrations.

Every year, Elektrostal organizes festive events and activities to celebrate its founding, bringing together residents and visitors in a spirit of unity and joy.

Has a population of approximately 160,000 people.

Elektrostal is home to a diverse and vibrant community of around 160,000 residents, contributing to its dynamic atmosphere.

Boasts excellent education facilities.

The city is known for its well-established educational institutions, providing quality education to students of all ages.

A center for scientific research and innovation.

Elektrostal serves as an important hub for scientific research, particularly in the fields of metallurgy, materials science, and engineering.

Surrounded by picturesque lakes.

The city is blessed with numerous beautiful lakes, offering scenic views and recreational opportunities for locals and visitors alike.

Well-connected transportation system.

Elektrostal benefits from an efficient transportation network, including highways, railways, and public transportation options, ensuring convenient travel within and beyond the city.

Famous for its traditional Russian cuisine.

Food enthusiasts can indulge in authentic Russian dishes at numerous restaurants and cafes scattered throughout Elektrostal.

Home to notable architectural landmarks.

Elektrostal boasts impressive architecture, including the Church of the Transfiguration of the Lord and the Elektrostal Palace of Culture.

Offers a wide range of recreational facilities.

Residents and visitors can enjoy various recreational activities, such as sports complexes, swimming pools, and fitness centers, enhancing the overall quality of life.

Provides a high standard of healthcare.

Elektrostal is equipped with modern medical facilities, ensuring residents have access to quality healthcare services.

Home to the Elektrostal History Museum.

The Elektrostal History Museum showcases the city’s fascinating past through exhibitions and displays.

A hub for sports enthusiasts.

Elektrostal is passionate about sports, with numerous stadiums, arenas, and sports clubs offering opportunities for athletes and spectators.

Celebrates diverse cultural festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal hosts a variety of cultural festivals, celebrating different ethnicities, traditions, and art forms.

Electric power played a significant role in its early development.

Elektrostal owes its name and initial growth to the establishment of electric power stations and the utilization of electricity in the industrial sector.

Boasts a thriving economy.

The city’s strong industrial base, coupled with its strategic location near Moscow, has contributed to Elektrostal’s prosperous economic status.

Houses the Elektrostal Drama Theater.

The Elektrostal Drama Theater is a cultural centerpiece, attracting theater enthusiasts from far and wide.

Popular destination for winter sports.

Elektrostal’s proximity to ski resorts and winter sport facilities makes it a favorite destination for skiing, snowboarding, and other winter activities.

Promotes environmental sustainability.

Elektrostal prioritizes environmental protection and sustainability, implementing initiatives to reduce pollution and preserve natural resources.

Home to renowned educational institutions.

Elektrostal is known for its prestigious schools and universities, offering a wide range of academic programs to students.

Committed to cultural preservation.

The city values its cultural heritage and takes active steps to preserve and promote traditional customs, crafts, and arts.

Hosts an annual International Film Festival.

The Elektrostal International Film Festival attracts filmmakers and cinema enthusiasts from around the world, showcasing a diverse range of films.

Encourages entrepreneurship and innovation.

Elektrostal supports aspiring entrepreneurs and fosters a culture of innovation, providing opportunities for startups and business development.

Offers a range of housing options.

Elektrostal provides diverse housing options, including apartments, houses, and residential complexes, catering to different lifestyles and budgets.

Home to notable sports teams.

Elektrostal is proud of its sports legacy, with several successful sports teams competing at regional and national levels.

Boasts a vibrant nightlife scene.

Residents and visitors can enjoy a lively nightlife in Elektrostal, with numerous bars, clubs, and entertainment venues.

Promotes cultural exchange and international relations.

Elektrostal actively engages in international partnerships, cultural exchanges, and diplomatic collaborations to foster global connections.

Surrounded by beautiful nature reserves.

Nearby nature reserves, such as the Barybino Forest and Luchinskoye Lake, offer opportunities for nature enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the region’s biodiversity.

Commemorates historical events.

The city pays tribute to significant historical events through memorials, monuments, and exhibitions, ensuring the preservation of collective memory.

Promotes sports and youth development.

Elektrostal invests in sports infrastructure and programs to encourage youth participation, health, and physical fitness.

Hosts annual cultural and artistic festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal celebrates its cultural diversity through festivals dedicated to music, dance, art, and theater.

Provides a picturesque landscape for photography enthusiasts.

The city’s scenic beauty, architectural landmarks, and natural surroundings make it a paradise for photographers.

Connects to Moscow via a direct train line.

The convenient train connection between Elektrostal and Moscow makes commuting between the two cities effortless.

A city with a bright future.

Elektrostal continues to grow and develop, aiming to become a model city in terms of infrastructure, sustainability, and quality of life for its residents.

In conclusion, Elektrostal is a fascinating city with a rich history and a vibrant present. From its origins as a center of steel production to its modern-day status as a hub for education and industry, Elektrostal has plenty to offer both residents and visitors. With its beautiful parks, cultural attractions, and proximity to Moscow, there is no shortage of things to see and do in this dynamic city. Whether you’re interested in exploring its historical landmarks, enjoying outdoor activities, or immersing yourself in the local culture, Elektrostal has something for everyone. So, next time you find yourself in the Moscow region, don’t miss the opportunity to discover the hidden gems of Elektrostal.

Q: What is the population of Elektrostal?

A: As of the latest data, the population of Elektrostal is approximately XXXX.

Q: How far is Elektrostal from Moscow?

A: Elektrostal is located approximately XX kilometers away from Moscow.

Q: Are there any famous landmarks in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to several notable landmarks, including XXXX and XXXX.

Q: What industries are prominent in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal is known for its steel production industry and is also a center for engineering and manufacturing.

Q: Are there any universities or educational institutions in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to XXXX University and several other educational institutions.

Q: What are some popular outdoor activities in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal offers several outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and picnicking in its beautiful parks.

Q: Is Elektrostal well-connected in terms of transportation?

A: Yes, Elektrostal has good transportation links, including trains and buses, making it easily accessible from nearby cities.

Q: Are there any annual events or festivals in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal hosts various events and festivals throughout the year, including XXXX and XXXX.

Elektrostal's fascinating history, vibrant culture, and promising future make it a city worth exploring. For more captivating facts about cities around the world, discover the unique characteristics that define each city . Uncover the hidden gems of Moscow Oblast through our in-depth look at Kolomna. Lastly, dive into the rich industrial heritage of Teesside, a thriving industrial center with its own story to tell.

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