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Emory University School of Medicine
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Emory University School of Medicine Introduction
Emory is a privately controlled university affiliated with the Methodist Church. The Emory University School of Medicine was established in 1915. The forerunner of this school was the Atlanta Medical College, which was established in 1856.This school was merged with Southern Medical College to form the Atlantic College of Physicians and Surgeons, and a subsequent merger took place with theAtlanta School of Medicine in 1905. In 1915 the name was changed to Emory University School of Medicine. It is located on 620 acres in the Druid Hills section of Atlanta.
Emory University School of Medicine Academics
4-year semitraditional. First and second years utilize a continuum course in medical problem solving to assist students in their approach to patients and their problems. Along with traditional lectures and laboratories, the problem-based learning format allows students to integrate and apply basic science and psychosocial knowledge in solving clinical problems. First year: Interdepartmental course in cellular biology and biochemistry and in neurobiology; physiology, human anatomy, and genetics; introduction to the doctor-patient relationship, patient interviewing, and biostatistics. Second year: Advanced basic sciences and courses in behavioral science and clinical methods. Third year: 12week clerkship in internal medicine, 12-month interdisciplinary ethics clerkship, 8-week clerkship in other major clinical specialties, and a family medicine clerkship of 4 weeks duration. Fourth year: 4-week clerkships in medicine, neurology, and 6 weeks on a surgical selection, 2 weeks in dermatology and radiology, and 16 weeks of elective work in any area.
Emory University School of Medicine Unique Programs
MD-PhD programs are offered in a variety of disciplines. An MD-MPH program is also available. There is a continuing education program for graduates.
Emory University School of Medicine Admissions
Required courses, aside from the basic premedical sciences, include 6 semester hours of English and 18 semester hours of humanities and/or social and behavioral sciences. Biochemistry is highly recommended. Applications from well-qualified students are seriously considered regardless of geographic origin. Foreign students on visas must document ability to fund their medical education. Transfer and advanced standing: Properly qualified students from LCME-accredited schools will be considered for the third-year class only.
Emory University School of Medicine Students
Grades of A through F are used in required courses and grades of Satisfactory/ Unsatisfactory are used in electives. At the end of the year, the promotion committees for each class review the records of all students to determine whether they should be unconditionally promoted to the next year’s program, whether they need remedial work, whether they must repeat work deemed unsatisfactory, or whether they are to be asked to withdraw. For promotion to the third year, a passing total score must be recorded in Step 1 of the USMLE; Step 2 must be passed prior to graduation. Teaching: Basic sciences are taught primarily on the Emory campus. Clinical instruction takes place primarily at Emory University Hospital (600 beds), Grady Memorial Hospital (1000 beds), the VA Hospital (463 beds), Crawford Long Hospital (583 beds), and at many other ambulatory primary care sites including: Hughs Spalding Children’s Hospital and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta at Egelston. Library: The Health Sciences Library has more than 220,000 volumes and 3000 periodicals. Other clinical libraries are located in Emory University, Crawford Long, and Grady hospitals. Housing: Opportunities to rent or own close to the campus are affordable and abundant.
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