Program Overview
Program Overview
The MD/MPH program is designed to prepare students to work as physicians in the public health field, enabling them to diagnose health problems and risk factors of individuals and communities. The program allows students to study around the globe through electives, directed studies, and thesis projects, as well as selective field experiences and fellowships.
Program Structure
The MD/MPH program is designed to be completed within five years, with four years spent primarily in the School of Medicine. The year spent in the School of Public Health follows the clinical block of the medical school curriculum, and completion of the MD/MPH program satisfies the Discovery Phase requirement.
Admission Criteria
Entry to the MPH year is contingent on satisfactory evaluation of academic standing and professional conduct in the School of Medicine.
Program Details
- The MD/MPH program prepares students to work as physicians in the public health field.
- The program allows students to study around the globe through electives, directed studies, and thesis projects, as well as selective field experiences and fellowships.
- The program is designed to be completed within five years.
- The year spent in the School of Public Health follows the clinical block of the medical school curriculum.
- Completion of the MD/MPH program satisfies the Discovery Phase requirement.
Related Programs
- Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- MD and Bioethics (MA) Dual Degree
- MD and Master of Science in Clinical Research (MSCR) Dual Degree
- MD and Business (MBA) Dual Degree
- Education Transformation
- Admissions
- Cost and Financial Aid
- Resources
- Residencies and Fellowships
- Office of Postdoctoral Education
- EmoryDOCS
- Emory School of Medicine Simulation Program
- Medical Scientist Training Program (MD/PhD)
- Center for Holistic Student Success
- Center for Humanizing Innovations in Medical Education
Program Director
The MD/MPH program is directed by Michael Goodman, MD/MPH, Professor, Department of Epidemiology.