Curriculum
Coursework and curriculum will be delivered on NEOMED’s Rootstown-based campus under the guidance of experienced experts. Students will be exposed to interprofessional education opportunities and clinical experiences within a health professions university.
Master in Foundations of Medicine
This one-year program introduces students to fundamental concepts in the biomedical sciences by combining aspects of the first-year medicine curriculum with enhanced coursework and clinical experiences in biomedical imaging. Based on individual interest, students participate in a research- or healthcare-based project, learning practical skills via first-hand experience.
Master in Foundations of Medicine (30 credits)
| Subject | Course # | Course Title | Credits | Type of Course | Offered |
| MAS | 605XX | Introduction to Medical Sciences |
2 | Required | Fall |
| MAS | 60503 | Capstone Project Design | 1 | Required | Fall |
| MAS | 60500 | Introduction to Anatomical & Biomedical Imaging |
3 | Required | Fall |
| MAS | 60515 | Human Architecture & Composition |
4.5 | Required | Fall |
| MAS | 60616 | Cardiovascular, Pulmonary, and Renal |
5.5 | Required | Fall |
| COGS | 65301 | Responsible Conduct of Research |
1 | Required | Spring |
| MAS | 60518 | Neurobiology | 3.5 | Required | Spring |
| MAS | 60517 | Gastrointestinal, Reproductive, and Endocrine |
4.5 | Required | Spring |
| MAS | 60511 | Advanced Anatomical & Biomedical Imaging |
3 | Required | Spring |
| MAS | 60504 | Capstone Project | 2 | Required | Spring |
Course Descriptions
Course descriptions for the Foundations of Medicine program can be found in the current edition of the NEOMED Compass, the University Catalog and Student Handbook.
PROGRAM GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
Each course in the program should help the student achieve the goals and objectives listed below:
Objective 1
Promote mastery of the basic science information required for success in medical school and as a healthcare provider.
Objective 2
Develop a working understanding of the primary imaging modalities used in healthcare delivery.
Objective 3
Provide an experiential capstone project to practice a healthcare-related activity.
Objective 4
Foster a personal sense of capability and achievement through participating in medical school coursework alongside current medical students prior to beginning medical school.
QUESTIONS?
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