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Introduction

Continued rapid co-evolution of the fields of health care and biomedical science demands a deeper understanding of the mechanisms of disease. Translating discoveries in the laboratory into advances in clinical diagnosis and treatment is the cornerstone of this progress. A combined MD/PhD degree provides excellent preparation for a career in academic medicine by providing a bridge between clinical medicine and basic scientific research. The goal of our interdisciplinary MD/PhD Program is to train the next generation of clinician-scientists. This dynamic program strives to achieve excellence in all areas of clinical and research training. It brings together a select group of highly motivated students with the best clinical and research faculty in a fully integrated and exciting experience.

Facilities

The University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ) consists of six schools located throughout the state. The MD/PhD Program is co-sponsored by two of these schools, New Jersey Medical School (NJMS) and the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences (GSBS). These schools are strategically located in close proximity to other New York and New Jersey academic and pharmaceutical research institutions, providing a dynamic clinical and research environment. NJMS provides a superb clinical education experience through its facilities at University Hospital and other affiliated hospitals in the Essex County area. In addition, NJMS is associated with a variety of state-of-the-art treatment and research facilities. These include the New Jersey State Trauma Center, the Center for Fertility and Reproductive Medicine, the Center for Human Molecular Genetics, the National Tuberculosis Center, and the planned International Center for Public Health in Science Park. GSBS provides a thorough foundation in the theoretical and practical aspects of biomedical research through its six basic science departments. Research opportunities are available in a wide range of fields including molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, immunology, molecular genetics, microbial pathogenesis, pathology, physiology, pharmacology and neurosciences. The research programs are well supported by numerous core facilities, including animal care, molecular resource, microscopic imaging and computing services, as well as the George F. Smith library.

The Program

The Interdisciplinary MD/PhD Program is designed as a seven-year integrated experience. The first two years consist primarily of pre-clinical medical school courses. Laboratory rotations are performed in the summer following the first year. Years 3-5 generally involve full time research towards the PhD degree in a laboratory of your choice. The final two years of the program focus on clinical experience. Coordination between the clinical and research years is designed to facilitate a smooth transition between aspects of the Program. A dedicated MD/PhD Journal club meets regularly to further enrich the experience of students in the Program.

Financial Assistance

MD/PhD Scholarships are available to all accepted applicants to the Program. Scholarships include tuition deferrals/waivers and a stipend during all years in the Program. For 2003-2004, these stipends are:

• Years 1-2 - $16,500
• Years 3-5 - $18,500
• Years 6-7 - $16,500

Admission Requirements

Requirements for admission to the MD/PhD Program include a strong academic record, letters of recommendation, evidence of ability to succeed in a research environment, and competitive MCAT scores (no GRE scores are required). Application should first be made to New Jersey Medical School. During the application process to NJMS, a specific application to the MD/PhD Program should be completed.

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